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Minnaar takes DH & DS at Sea Otter Classic
Monday, April 21st, 2008Minnaar takes all the cake (full gallery here)
Kathy sent along the latest update from the Syndicate Team. Santa Cruz Syndicate (SRAM) racer Greg Minnaar headlines the downhill and dual slalom winning both gravity events at the Sea Otter Classic this weekend.
Avid Elixir 2009
Sunday, April 20th, 2008Sram unveiled a new brake for 2009 at Sea Otter this year. Aimed at the gravity enthused, its meant to be a brake in between the Juicy and the Code. The brake is also lighter than a Juicy by just a little bit. Avid’s goal with this brake was to create the perfect [...]
Shimano Saint UPDATED M810 Grouppo
Friday, April 18th, 2008Finally we can tell you about the new Shimano Saint (M810) that Shimano has coming soon. The return of the 4-pot brake as well as lighter parts all around in the entire Saint lineup. Did Shimano hit the nail square on the head this time around? More details inside on the bits we found interesting.
Straitline Components: Formula Oro Levers
Thursday, April 17th, 2008If you’re interested in getting a hold of some Straitline Components Formula ORO Levers before they’re officially available, we’ll be getting some real soon so get your order in if you want now. They will have SickLines etched in the back as well.
Color Choices Available: Black / Red / White / Bronze / [...]
What the Pro’s Ride: Drew Mitchell
Thursday, April 17th, 2008Check out the little video inside of Drew Mitchell’s 08 Team Cove Shocker he’ll be running this year.
deity Dirty 30 Handlebar and Life Savers
Thursday, April 17th, 2008For 2008, deity has redone a lot of their products. Their new bar this year, the Dirty 30, is 30″ (760mm) wide, made out of 7075 T6 AL and is offered in a low rise unseen by deity before. Also new are the Lifesaver bar ends that are a slim design and have [...]
Red Bull Rampage 2008
Wednesday, April 16th, 2008Looks like the rumors of the return of Red Bull Rampage this year are coming to fruition. Goaters need not apply. Scheduled spot is slated for October. Read more posted on Dirt.
Check out our more recent posts here from the 2008 Red Bull Rampage.
Plattekill Mountain Bike Park Signs Geoff Ulmer
Tuesday, April 15th, 2008Roxbury, NY: Plattekill Mountain Bike Park recently signed one of their longtime local downhill racers, Geoff Ulmer. Plattekill Bike Park, located in the Catskill Mountains in upstate New York, is one of the pioneers in lift-assisted service for downhill mountain bike riders.
DIVISION 26 Clothing Launched By Eric Carter and Friends
Tuesday, April 15th, 2008Division Clothing Co. LLC is proud to announce the launch of its Division 26 Brand. Division 26 features high quality street and music influenced apparel and accessories aimed at the Mountain Bike lifestyle. The current line consists of stylish t-shirts, hoodies, beanies, and hats. Technical gear will be released in the coming months.
Video: Free Delivery
Monday, April 14th, 2008Free Delivery is now available free (check back during the week while more videos are released) at www.freedeliverythemovie.com
Review: Adidas Berm Shoe
Thursday, April 10th, 2008Adidas teamed up with Ritchey Schley to create a biking shoe for those that use flat pedals. The Berm is the fruits of their labor. Check out what we thought about the Berm inside.
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Previous Coverage
Review: Five Ten Impact Low 2
Review: Helly Hansen Jaeger
Review: Shimano SH-MP56L
Mpora 2.0 Launched
Wednesday, April 9th, 2008Mpora has launched their 2.0 website featuring some new features such as photo sharing, action video’s, sports maps, and community development.
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MTBCut.tv Update
Wednesday, April 9th, 2008MTBCut.tv has updated their site a bit. Their player is now fully operational with Firefox and Safari. They’ve also added some new videos.
bio on Aaron Chase
Winter Series Finals
UK National Outdoor Show bike demo
Matt Simmonds Chain Reaction Intense M6
Animal Commencal Podcast 5
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Gamut’s New Goods
Tuesday, April 8th, 2008Gamut USA has launched a new P30 bashguard designed to protect 36t single ring set-ups. The design consists of a new polycarbonate blend and a never before used spoke and cavity structure that reduces the weight by 25% while providing greater protection. By employing a smarter approach to energy distribution when absorbing impacts, the new [...]
Elka Suspension Launch At Sea Otter Classic
Monday, April 7th, 2008BOUCHERVILLE, QC, CANADA – Elka Suspension Inc., an industry-leading manufacturer of innovative high-performance suspension and steering products, announced today it will launch a bold new line of mountain bike shock absorbers at this year’s Sea Otter Classic.
