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Yep it's real... more here
Number 936
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If you had to have one multi-tool for the rest of your life, this solid titanium one would probably be it:
Here
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If you had to have one multi-tool for the rest of your life, this solid titanium one would probably be it:
Here
posted by Matty Clark
Number 933
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This is certainly a flashy way to dismount:
As seen at warm-ups for the recent World Cup race in Belgium Here ( 8:50 into video )
-Posted by Greg Wolff
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This is certainly a flashy way to dismount:
As seen at warm-ups for the recent World Cup race in Belgium Here ( 8:50 into video )
-Posted by Greg Wolff
Number 930
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AND THE WINNER IS.......
The winner of our inaugural BEST KIT COMPETITION is Garmin Cervelo
After trailing Leopard Trek for the duration of the poll, a last minute surge puts Garmin ahead with 34% of the vote against Leopard's 28%
Garmin Cervelo 34.62%
Team Leopard - Trek 28.46%
3rd place was far back....
Radioshack 11.54%
As expected, in last, was htc highroad with 4.62% of the vote.
The highest write-in candidate was Team Movistar.
Thanks to all who voted!
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AND THE WINNER IS.......
The winner of our inaugural BEST KIT COMPETITION is Garmin Cervelo
After trailing Leopard Trek for the duration of the poll, a last minute surge puts Garmin ahead with 34% of the vote against Leopard's 28%
Garmin Cervelo 34.62%
Team Leopard - Trek 28.46%
3rd place was far back....
Radioshack 11.54%
As expected, in last, was htc highroad with 4.62% of the vote.
The highest write-in candidate was Team Movistar.
Thanks to all who voted!
Number 929
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Looks like all these mostly black or mostly white jerseys are causing some confusion even amout the pros..
From Geraint Thomas's (Team Sky) Twitter:
"Today I kept riding up to Garmin guys thinking they were my team mates"
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Looks like all these mostly black or mostly white jerseys are causing some confusion even amout the pros..
From Geraint Thomas's (Team Sky) Twitter:
"Today I kept riding up to Garmin guys thinking they were my team mates"
Number 927
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We are gonna have a field day with this....
Team Leopard Trek takes snobbery to a new level. In an open letter to "agree on" certain characteristics.....
Hello all,
It’s been an exciting week for Trek as we announced our co-title sponsorship of LEOPARD TREK. The anticipation behind this launch is understandable, considering the fire power in the roster. There will undoubtedly be a significant portion of media coverage surrounding the team as the season kicks off next week at the Tour Down Under.
Please follow these naming standards when referring to the team in the media:
CORRECT: The new LEOPARD TREK team includes…
INCORRECT: Leopard-Trek was presented to the media…
CORRECT: LEOPARD TREK was presented to the media…
INCORRECT: Trek announces sponsorship of Team LEOPARD TREK…
CORRECT: Trek announces co-title sponsorship of LEOPARD TREK…
Thanks for your help in establishing the proper team name standards. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.”
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We are gonna have a field day with this....
Team Leopard Trek takes snobbery to a new level. In an open letter to "agree on" certain characteristics.....
Hello all,
It’s been an exciting week for Trek as we announced our co-title sponsorship of LEOPARD TREK. The anticipation behind this launch is understandable, considering the fire power in the roster. There will undoubtedly be a significant portion of media coverage surrounding the team as the season kicks off next week at the Tour Down Under.
Please follow these naming standards when referring to the team in the media:
- The team name is LEOPARD TREK. Please do not insert the word “Team” before LEOPARD TREK, in writing or conversation, as that is not part of the official name.
- Please do not hyphenate LEOPARD TREK.
- In written communication, LEOPARD TREK must be set in all caps.
- In spoken communication, please use the appropriate pronunciation: LAY-oh-pard Trek.
CORRECT: The new LEOPARD TREK team includes…
INCORRECT: Leopard-Trek was presented to the media…
CORRECT: LEOPARD TREK was presented to the media…
INCORRECT: Trek announces sponsorship of Team LEOPARD TREK…
CORRECT: Trek announces co-title sponsorship of LEOPARD TREK…
Thanks for your help in establishing the proper team name standards. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.”
Here
Number 926
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If you are the Rockstar type that likes to hurl yourself with gravity very quickly on a wicked downhilling rig then you know nothing gets your mojo in a wreck as having to get that bike up the hill in the first place.
Enter the Ego kit.....Here
Big-ass battery in your backpack, torque slathering motor attached to your bike to get you up up and away....
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If you are the Rockstar type that likes to hurl yourself with gravity very quickly on a wicked downhilling rig then you know nothing gets your mojo in a wreck as having to get that bike up the hill in the first place.
Enter the Ego kit.....Here
Big-ass battery in your backpack, torque slathering motor attached to your bike to get you up up and away....
Number 925
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Riding your bike thru Siberia???
Dude, we applaud your effort... But you're a dummy.....Here
Posted by Greg Wolff
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Riding your bike thru Siberia???
Dude, we applaud your effort... But you're a dummy.....Here
Posted by Greg Wolff
Number 924
Number 923
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Winter Glove Shootout!
by Hunter Pronovost
DAY 3 (outside temps 26 to 30 degrees)
Links to Day 1.... Here Day 2..... Here
DaKine Charger Snowboarding (!?) glove - $19.99
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The Pearl Izumi Elite Softshell - $63.99
One of the things I specifically wanted to compare with this round-up of winter gloves is the performance of a good cycling specific glove against a non-cycling, winter sport specific glove. And because you can buy skiing, snowboarding or simple all purpose insulated gloves just about anywhere for less then nice cycling gloves at your local bike shop, I wanted to put the Pearl Izumi up against a far less expensive glove and see if the cycling specific product is worth the difference in cost.
The Pearl Izumi Elite is a very nice glove. It is the warmest of the gloves tested so far and each time I have ridden with them they continue to impress.
I bought the DaKine Charger glove at my local Marshalls ( a discount clothing store ) for $19. It's designed to be a midweight snowboarding glove and it costs more at full retail, but like I said, finding discounted gloves like these at TJMaxx, Marshalls, Kohls, Bonton, Ross etc... is pretty easy. And there were other DaKine and Burton models there costing even less.
Dexterity
Winner: The DaKine Charger
The DaKine has a fill layer that is thinner then the Pearl Izumi. It's true there is a bit more outer material to get in the way and reduce sensitivity with the DaKine but finger movement and gripping the handlebar is much better with the DaKine. That continues to be the one drawback to the Pearl Izumi. It has almost too much fill and you feel it while squeezing the bars. Not to mention the stiffness it creates.
You are not going to be pressing phone or cpu buttons easily with either of these, but the DaKine is just nicer to move around in.
Windproofness
Winner: The Pearl Izumi Elite
The P.I. is air tight, no questions asked, easily the most windproof glove I have ever worn. The DaKine does a good job and would stay airtight for most of the day on a ski slope, but descending for 1.5 miles at 40mph starts to let the cold in.
Water Resistance
Winner: The DaKine Charger
The Pearl Izumi glove kept the water out for a little longer then the DaKine but once it was wet, it got wetter quickly. The DaKine did a great job for how much thinner it is and especially on the leather palm, water just didnt get in. The Pearl Izumi is obviously designed to be worn in sub freezing temps when water is frozen, because once all the fill gets wet, you're gonna be in trouble. Even the thicker padded sections on the palm seemed to want to hold onto water.
All ski\snowboard gloves are going to take nose wiping into account in some way. Notwithstanding, the Pearl Izumi has a great soft spot and doesn't let you down when you have the sniffles.
Actual Temperature Reading
Winner: The Pearl Izumi Elite
Initially, the DaKine glove didn't do as great a job keeping the fingertips warm as my hands adjusted. But after 20 minutes or so, both gloves felt ok and at the end of the ride, the Pearl Izumi measured 75 degrees with the DaKine at 70 degrees. That's a pretty big difference. However, both hands were comfortable and the Pearl Izumi ended up again being a bit too warm.
Pretty much from start to finish, the P.I. felt warmer. The DaKine glove has a minimal wrist cuff and that made a big differnce.
OVERALL WINNER
Based simply on which glove is warmer, the Pearl Izumi wins. Based on which one makes more sense, it becomes a close call. If I could only have one, I probably would take the DaKine and pocket the extra $40.
The Pearl Izumi Elite..... Buy it if cost isn't an issue, and if you are going to be riding in temps between 20 and 30 degrees.
The DaKine Charger ( Or we could say, any suitable, inexpensive ski or snowboard glove ).... Buy it... Plain and simple, find a inexpensive midweight pair, and buy them. Stay away from the heavy weight ski gloves. Gloves like these work great in temps around freezing, and they do a great job while you are riding. You do not need padding specific to cycling gloves when you have a glove with an insulating layer. Palm padding is for hot, sweaty 2+ hour rides in the summer. For these, leather palms is something to look for. Buy a pair that is flashy and looks cool and that will help with visibility on the road, plus a colorful glove seems more at home on a road bike anyway.
Next up we will compare the Pearl Izumi to what most say is the ultimate in cycling winter gloves.... The lobster claw style.
Tags: Pearl Izumi Elite glove review, winter cycling glove shootout
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Winter Glove Shootout!
by Hunter Pronovost
DAY 3 (outside temps 26 to 30 degrees)
Links to Day 1.... Here Day 2..... Here
DaKine Charger Snowboarding (!?) glove - $19.99
VS.
The Pearl Izumi Elite Softshell - $63.99
One of the things I specifically wanted to compare with this round-up of winter gloves is the performance of a good cycling specific glove against a non-cycling, winter sport specific glove. And because you can buy skiing, snowboarding or simple all purpose insulated gloves just about anywhere for less then nice cycling gloves at your local bike shop, I wanted to put the Pearl Izumi up against a far less expensive glove and see if the cycling specific product is worth the difference in cost.
The Pearl Izumi Elite is a very nice glove. It is the warmest of the gloves tested so far and each time I have ridden with them they continue to impress.
I bought the DaKine Charger glove at my local Marshalls ( a discount clothing store ) for $19. It's designed to be a midweight snowboarding glove and it costs more at full retail, but like I said, finding discounted gloves like these at TJMaxx, Marshalls, Kohls, Bonton, Ross etc... is pretty easy. And there were other DaKine and Burton models there costing even less.
Dexterity
Winner: The DaKine Charger
The DaKine has a fill layer that is thinner then the Pearl Izumi. It's true there is a bit more outer material to get in the way and reduce sensitivity with the DaKine but finger movement and gripping the handlebar is much better with the DaKine. That continues to be the one drawback to the Pearl Izumi. It has almost too much fill and you feel it while squeezing the bars. Not to mention the stiffness it creates.
You are not going to be pressing phone or cpu buttons easily with either of these, but the DaKine is just nicer to move around in.
Windproofness
Winner: The Pearl Izumi Elite
The P.I. is air tight, no questions asked, easily the most windproof glove I have ever worn. The DaKine does a good job and would stay airtight for most of the day on a ski slope, but descending for 1.5 miles at 40mph starts to let the cold in.
Water Resistance
Winner: The DaKine Charger
The Pearl Izumi glove kept the water out for a little longer then the DaKine but once it was wet, it got wetter quickly. The DaKine did a great job for how much thinner it is and especially on the leather palm, water just didnt get in. The Pearl Izumi is obviously designed to be worn in sub freezing temps when water is frozen, because once all the fill gets wet, you're gonna be in trouble. Even the thicker padded sections on the palm seemed to want to hold onto water.
Nose wiping ability
Winner: The Pearl Izumi EliteAll ski\snowboard gloves are going to take nose wiping into account in some way. Notwithstanding, the Pearl Izumi has a great soft spot and doesn't let you down when you have the sniffles.
Actual Temperature Reading
Winner: The Pearl Izumi Elite
Initially, the DaKine glove didn't do as great a job keeping the fingertips warm as my hands adjusted. But after 20 minutes or so, both gloves felt ok and at the end of the ride, the Pearl Izumi measured 75 degrees with the DaKine at 70 degrees. That's a pretty big difference. However, both hands were comfortable and the Pearl Izumi ended up again being a bit too warm.
Overall Warmth Impression
Winner: The Pearl Izumi ElitePretty much from start to finish, the P.I. felt warmer. The DaKine glove has a minimal wrist cuff and that made a big differnce.
OVERALL WINNER
Based simply on which glove is warmer, the Pearl Izumi wins. Based on which one makes more sense, it becomes a close call. If I could only have one, I probably would take the DaKine and pocket the extra $40.
The Pearl Izumi Elite..... Buy it if cost isn't an issue, and if you are going to be riding in temps between 20 and 30 degrees.
The DaKine Charger ( Or we could say, any suitable, inexpensive ski or snowboard glove ).... Buy it... Plain and simple, find a inexpensive midweight pair, and buy them. Stay away from the heavy weight ski gloves. Gloves like these work great in temps around freezing, and they do a great job while you are riding. You do not need padding specific to cycling gloves when you have a glove with an insulating layer. Palm padding is for hot, sweaty 2+ hour rides in the summer. For these, leather palms is something to look for. Buy a pair that is flashy and looks cool and that will help with visibility on the road, plus a colorful glove seems more at home on a road bike anyway.
Next up we will compare the Pearl Izumi to what most say is the ultimate in cycling winter gloves.... The lobster claw style.
Tags: Pearl Izumi Elite glove review, winter cycling glove shootout
Number 921
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Miracles do happen!
Abercromie and Fitch fans worldwide rejoice!
Halfway thru the voting period and Team Leopard Trek is leading the way as Best Jersey of 2011.
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Miracles do happen!
Abercromie and Fitch fans worldwide rejoice!
Halfway thru the voting period and Team Leopard Trek is leading the way as Best Jersey of 2011.
Number 920
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Serenity Bikes has been importing frames and parts for a while, but they recently started producing some great looking colorways for their frames. Very cool.
More info here
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Serenity Bikes has been importing frames and parts for a while, but they recently started producing some great looking colorways for their frames. Very cool.
More info here
Number 919
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C.A.N.R.S. contributor Greg Wolff has come up with what to do with the "negative" space on the new Team Leopard Trek jersey....
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C.A.N.R.S. contributor Greg Wolff has come up with what to do with the "negative" space on the new Team Leopard Trek jersey....
Number 918
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Now that we've seen the threads of the teams that will be on the elite stage of cycling in 2011, let's take a gander at the lesser known, but equally committed domestic American teams. This is a partial list that will updated as team kits become public.
There a couple teams that may or may not deviate from their 2010 looks:
Jamis Sutter
Livestrong U23 Team
Slipstream
Diadora Pasta Zara
They will be added when they become available.
(*) - definitely not true.
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Now that we've seen the threads of the teams that will be on the elite stage of cycling in 2011, let's take a gander at the lesser known, but equally committed domestic American teams. This is a partial list that will updated as team kits become public.
There a couple teams that may or may not deviate from their 2010 looks:
Jamis Sutter
Livestrong U23 Team
Slipstream
Diadora Pasta Zara
They will be added when they become available.
(*) - definitely not true.
Number 917
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If you call up Richard Sachs in Massachusetts and ask really really nicely, he may be inclined to sell you one of these very cool musette bags:
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If you call up Richard Sachs in Massachusetts and ask really really nicely, he may be inclined to sell you one of these very cool musette bags:
Number 916
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Team Leopard Trek's jersey may disappoint some, but I reckon no one will be complaining about the car:
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Team Leopard Trek's jersey may disappoint some, but I reckon no one will be complaining about the car:
Number 915
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We are going to see if we can get our resident tech guru Matty Clark to tackle this one.
Hooking up your bike to Google Earth, putting your bike into google earth, and riding around while on the trainer.
This is pretty Rockstar if you ask us... Though that bike the inventor used in the picture is down right scary.
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We are going to see if we can get our resident tech guru Matty Clark to tackle this one.
Hooking up your bike to Google Earth, putting your bike into google earth, and riding around while on the trainer.
This is pretty Rockstar if you ask us... Though that bike the inventor used in the picture is down right scary.
Number 914
Number 913
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Lazer Helmets, always fashion forward, are coming out with an "urban" line. Some pictures here
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Lazer Helmets, always fashion forward, are coming out with an "urban" line. Some pictures here
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Now that 2011 is firmly underway, let's take a look at the jerseys we will be seeing a lot of in the next 12 months:
Omitted from the ProTeam run-down was:
Team Sky ( unchanged from 2010 )
Euskaltel (unreleased, or no one cares enough to take a picture of it)
Vacansoleil -DCM ( also unreleased )
Team BMC - nearly unchanged from 2010, which ironically is the same as their chances at Le Tour.
As the remaining team's kits become known, they will be posted here and given there fair chance to play.
Here is a look at some US domestic teams new race clothes.
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Now that 2011 is firmly underway, let's take a look at the jerseys we will be seeing a lot of in the next 12 months:
This is probably the AG2R Mondiale design but it hasn't been widely confirmed as such. It sucks. GRADE D- |
Team Astana gets a little more fast looking this year. The streamlined shapes are a solid improvement over last year. Slowly we are getting used to those puke colors. GRADE B- |
Geox Fuji breaks onto the scene with a good effort. This kit ends up being too black though which will only draw attention to the hideously colored bikes they will be riding. ( look for a picture of those soon ) GRADE B- |
Saxo Bank Sungard looks to silence the naysayers with this slight departure from 2010. Somehow, this is the only "white" jersey of the year that pulls it off. White with some black accents - good Strong logo representation - good Asymmetrical artwork and detailing - good Eagles pecking at your navel - bad. GRADE A |
htc highroad ( must be in lower case letters!!! do not forget! ) This kit leaves a lot to be desired.... A LOT. Broken color shapes, a sea of white, and way too thin material. The only patterns and flow on this kit are created by the visible bib seams underneath! Yuck! Let's hope they make a throwback jersey or something for the tour. GRADE C SPECIAL AWARD - MOST DE-IMPROVED |
Here is Team Katusha's kit ( or "Katiowa" if you are a newbie fan seeing it for the first time ) This kit looks good. Although some may say its shapes and detailing are a little 2009. I for one, think the "pointy abs of speed" trend can hang on for one more year. GRADE B+ |
Oh Lampre Pink and purple... Like Bob Roll, Twitter and Katie Perry, you have slowly worn us out with your annoying-ness. Your sticktoitiveness is impressive. We love you now. We embrace you. We can't live without you. GRADE B- |
Licky Gas 's 2nd leaked kit is pictured here on Basso. This one is no doubt the real deal for 2011 and even though it is yet another mostly white jersey, the restrained use of color is a step-up up from 2010. The lower stomach section with the traditional points and curves are boring & should have been made unfashionable years ago. If there is one bright spot to the Sky \ Leopard new school of thought, it is that jerseys can now be plain on the abs of the rider. GRADE B+ |
The NASCARification of the ProTour is illustrated well with the Omega Pharma\ Lotto Kit. Still, the design has overall appeal and the use of color is spot on. This one seems to mix all the new 2011 trends well and it comes out perhaps the best looking of the year. GRADE A+ |
Movistar will be riding its rookie season in this kit. We are guessing that design on the left makes reference to a movie reel. It's a good effort, blending simplicity with flash. Here is some advice for the riders.... If you want to sneak into a break, attack or bridge up from the right side of the road! GRADE B |
Team Quickstep begins it 600th year of pro cycling sponsorship with this design. Definitely more playful and fun than year's past. A step up we say, and a improvement over last year. It may have been top-o-the-class without those red stomach stripes though. GRADE A- |
Rabobank has been on this large-geometric-shape kick for a couple of years now. Each year it looks worse then the year before. Someone please kill off this concept. GRADE F SPECIAL AWARD - WORST LOOKING 2011 |
This photo of a Francis de Jeux rider was taken during a recent cross race & very well could be the road jersey for 2011. It shows that FDJ is on the right track but it also confirms that white is "the" color for the new year. |
Lance was recently pictured with this kit. More pictures need to released and this may look nothing like the finished product. But this direction seems solid and has a lot of potential. GRADE A ( but please see the teacher after school ) |
Team Sky ( unchanged from 2010 )
Euskaltel (unreleased, or no one cares enough to take a picture of it)
Vacansoleil -DCM ( also unreleased )
Team BMC - nearly unchanged from 2010, which ironically is the same as their chances at Le Tour.
As the remaining team's kits become known, they will be posted here and given there fair chance to play.
Here is a look at some US domestic teams new race clothes.
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