2009 Interbike Update #8

2009 Interbike Update #8

Check our main Interbike 2009 content page for links to more updates and videos.

Spank

Tugg Job Grip

The Tugg Job grip was one or the more interesting products at Spank’s booth because of their smell. Spank has made each grip scented in a different flavor like Apple Red, Grape Purple, and Vanilla White (think Mr. Zogs surf wax). The grip is 145mm long with 50mm flange. The grip area extends to the end of grip for more room while riding. It’s made out of Kryton rubber in a thinner thickness for those that like slim grips. The end caps secure the grip on the end for protection.

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Spoon frame

The Spoon frame is a budget DJ/SS/Street frame made from 4130 CroMoly. It has disc tabs, knurled horizontal dropouts, and is only available in a Medium size (23″ effective top tube). Colors are Flat Black, Flat Sand, and Flat Silver with some subtle graphics. MSRP should be very budget friendly of around $300.

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Spike Stem

Zirconium Dope 7 series alloy weighs in a 150g + 20g (top cap and star nut). It has a length of 35mm with 31.8mm clamp. It is available in white, black, and chrome.

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Spike777 Evo handlebars

Made from Super Six alloy in 5mm, 15mm, 30mm and 50mm rises. Length is 777mm with a 31.8mm clamp. On the surface, these may look like normal bars, but the spank bars have tapered sections inside to help suit each application. The Spike bar features their dual extreme gradual taper with impact ends for strong construction and less weight. Weights range from 280g to 318g (claimed) with colors in white, black, and chrome. Learn more about Spank’s technology on their website.

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Check the gallery for more Spank products with information in the captions.

Giro

Remedy and Xen

Giro had some new colorways for their Remedy and Xen helmets. No feature changes for 2010.

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Section

The Section is a new DJ/Street helmet from Giro. It is their first in-mold design which fuses the EPS liner to the shell and results in a much lighter helmet than the previous Flak. It has 8 vents with a weight a bit over 300g with an MSRP of $45.00. It will be available in 3 sizes in a variety of colors.

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Gloves

Giro has a full line of gloves for 2010.

DJ

The DJ is new for the fall of 2009. It has a breathable Clarino palm with 3mm EVA crash pad. The top of the glove is made of a moisture wicking breathable mesh with knuckle flex zones. It also has silicone finger grippers with a velcro wrist closure. Sizing is S-XXL with black, cyan, white/lime, and white/charcoal colors.

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Xena

The Xena is similar to the DJ in almost every feature except it has 2mm Technogel padding in the palm and uses their 3 panel tailored fit. It is available in S, M, and L with white/gold, blue, and black colorways.

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Remedy

The Remedy is their most advanced glove using d3O padding in the palm with 3 panel tailored fit. The palm of the Remedy is covered in Pittards Microvent leather which resists moisture and enhances breathability. It is available in black, white/red, and white/lime in sizes S-XXL.

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Check the gallery for more pictures of Giro’s products at the show.

Bell

Sequence

Bell’s new AM and XC helmet. This helmet has 21 vents with CPSC and CE EN1078 certifications. It will come in 3 sizes and a bevy of colorways.

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Drop

Bell hasn’t made any changes to the Drop for 2010 but does offer it in some new fresh colorways.

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Check the gallery to see more pictures of Bell’s products at the show.

Syncros

Syncros had a lot of new parts on display for XC, AM, and FR/DH riders.

FR Lo-Ball Direct Mount Stem

We saw this stem back at Sea Otter in prototype form. The stem is now ready for production. It is compatible with the RockShox standard fitting Boxxers and FOX 40’s. Their design gets the bar very low with an adjustable reach of 42mm or 47mm. It is a forged and CNC 6061 piece with black stainless steel bolts. It is available in white or black with a claimed weight of 156g and MSRP of $91.95.

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Crux Pedal

The Crux Pedal is a new design for 2010. It is 30% thinner than their Meat Hook pedals with less weight. It is 430g (claimed) compared to the Meat Hook at ~490g. It uses the same bearing axle as the Meat Hook.

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AM 1-Bolt Post and FR Saddle

The AM post is made out of 3D forged 2014 aluminum with steel pinch bolt and clamp. The 1-bolt clamp is a patented design with 5mm of offset. Diameters are 27.2mm, 30.9mm, and 31.6mm in 350mm and 400mm lengths. It is available in black or black grunge colors with a claimed weight of 259g (27.2mm x 400mm). The FR saddle is a new design with more padding than their FL saddle. It has CroMoly rails with a leather cover and contoured center section for pressure relief. Aramid rear panels protect against wear. It is available in black or white with a claimed weight of 294g for a MSRP of $66.95.

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FR OnePointFive Stem

This stem gets a full redesign for 2010 shaving 46g. It is made from 2d forged and CNC’d 6061 alloy. It has a 50mm reach with 8 degrees of rise. It will be available in black, black grunge, white, and white grunge. Claimed weight is 202g with a MSRP of $83.95 for black or $91.95 for white.

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Check the gallery for more 2010 Syncros products with info in the captions.

Camelbak

Camelbak had several new packs for 2010 for MTB riders.

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The Don

The Don is a large pack that is able to carry 100oz of hydration and 1070cu in of cargo. It measures 20in x 12.25in x 9.5in and is made of 600D and 600 D ripstop nylon. It has a 38mm stability belt and is able to carry your full face helmet, armor, goggles, and other gear.

The Capo

The Capo is a mid-sized pack gear towards AM and FR riders. It has 100oz of hydration and can hold 670cu in of cargo. It measures 19.5in x 9.25in x 10.25in and is made of 600D and 600 D ripstop nylon. It has a 25mm stability belt and is able to carry your full face helmet, armor, goggles, and other gear.

Consigliere

The Consigliere is a smaller pack for lighter shorter trips. It has 70oz of hydration and can hold 474cu in of cargo. It measures 18.75in x 8in x 7.5in and is made of 600D and 600 D ripstop nylon. It has a 25mm stability belt and is able to carry your full face helmet, armor, goggles, and other gear.

Check the gallery for more info in the captions and photos from the show.

Feedback Sports

Pro Elite

Feedback has a wide array of professional and recreational bike repair stands with a full line of accessories. The stand below is their Pro Elite model with Truing Station and Tool Tray attached. The Pro Elite features a quick release clamp head and can support up to 85 lbs. The clamp height can be raised from 42″ all the way up to 71″ to accommodate a lot of repair situations. The red anodized tubing won’t rust and the stand is easily portable down to a folded size of 5″ x 8″ x 45″ with a weight of 12.6lbs (claimed).

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Pro Ultralight

For those looking for an even lighter repair stand the Pro Ultralight weighs 10.6lbs (claimed). It is height adjustable from 36″ to 58″ with a 360 degree rotating clamp. It can still hold up to 85lbs and folds up 5″ x 6.6″ x 36.9″.

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SR Suntour

SF10 Durolux RCA 20 and TAD 20

SR Suntour had their long travel single crowns on display. The SF10 Durolux sports 180mm of travel (TAD version 140mm-180mm adjustable). Both have air pressure adjust, rebound adjust, 20mm Qloc axle, 35mm stanchions, tapered or straight steerer, and black, white, or silver colors. The RCA gets compression adjust while the TAD gets remote travel adjust. Both are available in 160mm travel versions.

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Answer

ProTaper 780 DH

The ProTaper 780 is new for 2010. It is available in a 1/2″ and 1″ rise with 31.8mm clamp. Width is 780mm with a weight of 335g (claimed). The bar is made from 7050 series alloy and comes in Gold, Red, or Black.

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DH Stem

Answer will have it’s own direct mount stem this coming year. It has adjustable lengths of 45mm, 50mm, and 55mm and Red or Gold colorway. Clamp diameter is set at 31.8mm with A2 stainless hardware. The construction is 7075 series alloy with a claimed weight of 150g.

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Rove FR pedals

Also new for 2010 is their Rove FR pedals. They feature a 16mm thick platform with hex pins. They ride on a steel axle with DU bushings and cartridge bearings. They are made from 6061 alloy and come in at a claimed weight 435g a pair. They will be available in Red, Gold, Black, and Metal.

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Be sure to check out our gallery for more Answer product photos and info in the captions as well as our video with Denny Yunk.

Sun Ringle

For 2010 Sun Ringle has introduced 3 new wheelsets. The Charger, Black Flag, and Carbon SRD. The Charger is their AM design with the Black Flag being XC focused. The Carbon SRD is alittle wider than a typical XC rim a 26mm wide (outside width) good for all around use. All of the new wheelsets use the same modular hub design that allows you to change axle types very easily. The front is available in QR, 15mm, and 20mm and the rear is available in QR, and X-12.

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The Pro version of the Charger and Black Flag wheelsets have straight pull hubs and Wheelsmith spokes while the Expert version are standard j-bend. The rims used in Charger and Black Flag are easy to set up tubeless because they only need Stan’s tape to install, no rimstrip needed. The Charger rims are available in black or white with black hubs for Expert and Red or Gold ano for Pro models. The Black Flag’s are available with Black or Gold rims with black hubs for Expert and Red or Gold ano for Pro models.

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Be sure to check our videos section for a video with Denny Yunk from Sun Ringle and the gallery for more pictures.

Manitou

Manitou single crown forks get the new high and low speed damper called Absolute Plus. Be sure to check out our video with Denny Yunk for a full overview of this new damper.

Dorado Pro

For 2010 Manitou will be releasing their aluminum version of the Dorado. It will still have the same internals as the previous carbon version but cost much less ($1800 MSRP) and only gain about 200g.

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