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Preview: 2009 Giro Remedy Zombies Helmet
Thursday, September 4th, 2008Giro has created some new designs for their 2009 Remedy helmets and the Matte Titanium Zombies is one of them. Check inside for more info.
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Featuring a fiberglass shell, this helmet features the same protection as the Remedy Carbon Fiber but at a significantly lower price point. Perhaps one of the most popular […]
2009 Turners get the DW-Link Treatment
Wednesday, September 3rd, 2008Turner has launched their 2009 website (might be a bit overheated…). Competitive Cyclist conducted an interview with the man upstairs and have some good information on these new bikes.
5 Spot MSRP $2495.00
Sultan MSRP $2395.00
2009 Turner DHR gets the DW-Link
Bike Build: 2008 Intense M6 FRO
Tuesday, September 2nd, 20082008 Intense M6 FRO
Intense is long known for creating high performance downhill bikes. This year they introduced the M6 to replace the M3 as their flagship downhill machine. We built up one to test for ourselves and see how it performs. Inside you’ll find our bike build and later down the road we’ll have a […]
2009 Intense Uzzi Prototype
Thursday, August 28th, 2008Jeff Streber posted some shots and details on mtbr of some prototype Intense Uzzi’s they’re working on for 2009. Pictured below is a 135mm version (it can accepts standard qr / 12mm / maxle). Since this is a prototype, anything could change (standard Intense replaceable dropouts option possibly, etc).
Travel is adjustable (6.75″ or 7.25″)
2nd Generation […]
Preview: Inertia Project FOX 40 Crown
Monday, August 25th, 2008Inertia Project FOX 40 Crown
Up on the chopping block this week we’ve got some Inertia Project crowns by Function Bikes. Available in a few variations, the Inertia crowns offer some benefits over stock crowns. They make crowns that fit the Marzocchi 888 as well as the FOX 40. Inside we take a […]
Preview: Truvativ HammerSchmidt
Thursday, August 21st, 2008Truvativ HammerSchmit (AM)
It’s not every day that you get to ride something as unique as the Truvativ HammerSchmidt. What Truvativ has designed, a planetary gear system, is impressive to say the least.
What HammerSchmidt does on the surface is replace a double ring setup with a single ring one that offers the same gear range, […]
Twenty6 Products Hayes Stroker Levers
Thursday, August 7th, 2008Twenty6products sent over some of their fresh new aftermarket levers for the Hayes Stroker for us to check out. They’re made in the USA out of Belgrade, MT and have some unique features to them. Check them out inside.
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The details of the Twenty6 levers are:
American made
CNC machined
Offer increased stiffness
Gripped design
Quicker brake engagement
Available in […]
Review: Po1nt One Racing Split Second Stem
Wednesday, July 23rd, 2008Point One Racing Split Second Stem
In the highly competitive parts market innovation, precision, and performance are all key aspects needed for a successful product. Point One Racing embodies these core values and produces their products 100% in the USA. We’ve had some time to test out their Split Second stem to see how well this […]
Syncros Fixed Flat Top Handlebar
Tuesday, July 22nd, 2008Many riders today prefer a very low cockpit height for their style of riding. Syncros as well as a few other companies offer some super low rise handlebars to allow for minimum cockpit elevation. Check inside to read about Syncros’ 0 degree rise handlebar the Fixed Flat Top.
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Syncros’ addition to the […]
2009 Norco Launch
Tuesday, July 22nd, 2008Norco’s 2009 37.5 lb Team DH
Norco’s 2009 product launch has been going on in Whistler earlier this month. Norco has unveiled their very colorful and curvy bike lineup. Products of note is their new 5″ travel Empire 5 that Ben Boyko will be piloting as well as their new Team DH bike and Vixa women’s […]
2009 Kona Product Launch
Monday, July 14th, 20082009 Kona Stab
Over the weekend Kona launched their 2009 product line in La Molina, Spain. Their line up looks like much of the same we’re used to with updated graphics and part specs. There were a few new models on display such as the One20 (5″ travel trail design) and Minxy (ladies freeride specific). Singletrack […]
More 2009 Specialized Lineup Info
Thursday, July 10th, 20082009 Specialized SX Trail
More and more information on Specialized’s 2009 lineup has been trickling out. NSMB and Bike Radar have both published articles about the new SX Trail and Big Hit. NSMB’s article focuses on the details of the SX Trail solely, while Bike Radar’s article does an overview of the SX Trail, Big Hit, […]
Review: RockGardn TrailStar Chest Protector
Wednesday, July 9th, 2008The fine folks at RockGardn have been known to put together some impressive armor. Whether its body armor, helmets, knee/shin guards, or clothing, RockGardn has got a rationale behind their functional designs. Check out what we thought of their new TrailStar inside.
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2009 Avid Elixir CR
Sunday, July 6th, 2008Sram has a new brake called the Elixir CR. They designed it to provide more power, control, and comfort. Gone is the Avid Juicy Carbon and in its place is what seems to be a much improved brake that has some very nice features and changes to improve upon the Juicy design.
They showed […]
Review: Lowepro Fastpack 250
Thursday, July 3rd, 2008Lowepro Fastpack 250
Traveling with a laptop, SLR camera, accessories, and other travel items can be quite a pain due to the amount of bags and packing involved. Lowepro created a line of bags specifically made to make this easier handle. Take a look at our review to see what we thought about Lowepro’s laptop and […]
