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We got a hold of a VHoldR ContourHD 1080P helmet camera to check out for a short while. Here’s a quick run-through of our thoughts on it.  YouTube also announced that they’ll be going to 1080p this week as well, so these 1080p cameras just became more viable for consumers to purchase.  Looking to learn more about this tiny (34mm x 53mm x 95mm) 4.3oz HD POV camera? See inside!

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Looking to be sponsored by Transition Bicycle Company in 2010? Now is the time! For 2010, they have separated their sponsorship program into two segments, Race or Freeride.

“We are dedicated to our riders, and want to provide the best support possible to our representatives. Isolating these two disciplines is a progression in the commitment we have to our riders.”

Details inside.
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VIO is no stranger to making helmet cameras systems and when they announced they’d be making one for mountain bikes, everyone took notice.  Their designs are typically based on a small form factor that is rugged and  easily wearable, along with a bevy of mount options.  Their products are engineered to perform in challenging environments. The latest rendition from VIO is their POV 1.5 system.   Read the details inside.

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Our Mpora video contest is now over.  If you submitted a video, check inside to see some of the videos and see if one of yours was picked!

Prizes include:

• Three 1 year Dirt magazine subscriptions
• Nuke Proof Neutron Mag Ti pedals
• 661 Evo Carbon helmet

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Rays opening weekend took place Nov 7th and 8th.  Ray invited numerous pro’s to serve a free lunch to the attendees on Saturday.  Every year Ray steps it up and improves the indoor mtb park.  The new Troy Lee Designs Rhythm Room (see video at 1:20) was a big hit with everyone and the additional lounge area was a nice touch as well.  Check out Raysmtb.com for more information.

Greg Minnaar | photo:sicklines.com

23 Degree Sports has just passed along some information on Minnaar’s Enduro MX crash from this past weekend. South Africa’s Greg Minnaar (Santa Cruz Syndicate) is recovering in hospital where he broke his collarbone and is having surgery on his left leg for the treatment of blood clots that had formed after the accident. The medical term for this injury to his leg is ‘compartment syndrome’. Details inside.

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Intense 2951 Prototype 29er DH Bike

Jeff Steber posted up some prototype shots of a 29er downhill bike he is calling the 2951.

“This is just a test project at this point & hope to get some team riders on real tracks in near future. With a little help from Manitou / Sun & WTB we have the “2951″

This first proto is in the medium range 23.5 effective tt.
G3 dropout & Head tube
14″ bb in middle, w 64.5 ha @ 0
CS 18.25″
WB 48″
Travel is at 7.5 or 8″ with adjustable link.
fork is reduced to 7″”"

Will it see production?  Is there a place for 29er DH bikes in the future? See more on the Intense Forum.

Niner sent through some information about a new tire they’ve offering that might be of interest to some people looking for a more burly 29er tire.

“WTB Kodiak Tire Details:
A 2.5′” monster, this Niner exclusive tire is the burliest rubber you can spec on your 29” bike. Made with WTB’s High Grip DNA™ rubber compound, the tread is specifically designed for fast, gnarly, technical descending. The WTB Inner Peace™ sidewall reinforcement has your back when it comes to pinch flat protection, sidewall stiffness and keeping tire damage to a minimum. Finally, the wire bead means less bead stretch and better rim retention when you do push the limits of your riding.

29×2.5″, 1400 grams, 50 Durometer, 27 TPI.”

Available through http://store.ninerbikes.com/Components/Tires/WTB-Kodiak-Tires

full press release