Bike Rumor

Soul Cycles’ New Vegas Full Suspension Bike Coming in 26″ and 29er

editor@bikerumor.com (Bikerumor.com / Tyler Benedict) — Sun, 14 Mar 2010 00:38:25 +0000

Soul Cycles has announced that their new Vegas all-mountain full suspension bike is in production, and it’ll be available in both 26″ and 29er versions. Featuring a full 5.5″ of travel, it’ll also be the deal of the century if they nail their target price point of under $1,000…and that would include a Fox RP23 shock [...]

Moji Lower Back Icing Pad

editor@bikerumor.com (Bikerumor.com / Tyler Benedict) — Sat, 13 Mar 2010 23:21:38 +0000

This product is simple yet effective. It serves one purpose, to ice the lower back; a purpose in which it accomplishes with great avail. I happened to be lucky enough to get a turn with this product right after making comments on how I was experiencing a fair amount of lower back pain. Fate? I am [...]

Video: Hellcat Bike Polo Teaser

editor@bikerumor.com (Bikerumor.com / Tyler Benedict) — Sat, 13 Mar 2010 21:20:35 +0000

Perhaps you recall the first Hellcat teaser as well?

Niner’s New Jet9 Full Suspension 29ers are in production!

editor@bikerumor.com (Bikerumor.com / Tyler Benedict) — Sat, 13 Mar 2010 20:38:33 +0000

Above, a batch of tack welded rear triangles for the redesigned Niner Jet 9 are getting ready to take a solution bath to ensure that they’re “clean, clean, clean” before being fully welded. Niner co-owner Steve Domahidy is in Taiwan overseeing the first production run, and he’s updating the Niner Facebook page with quasi-real time [...]

Bike Pure talks to UKADA about new Human Growth Hormone Test

editor@bikerumor.com (Bikerumor.com / Tyler Benedict) — Sat, 13 Mar 2010 20:18:48 +0000

Earlier this year, the first ever positive test result for Human Growth Hormone was publicized as a break through for clean sport. Now, Bike Pure has spoken with the UK Anti-Doping Agency about the test and what it means for sport and cycling. Following is their interview, republished with permission: There has been much [...]

Bikerumor Pic Of The Day: Trail Day

editor@bikerumor.com (Bikerumor.com / Tyler Benedict) — Sat, 13 Mar 2010 12:01:21 +0000

“2010_tcc_dallas(4 of 18)” by Bicycle Geography (Subaru Trail Care Crew). Check with your local bike shop or group for the next trail day in your area and give some love to the trials that love you back every time you ride! To see more Pics of the Day, click here, and to submit your own photo to [...]

2010 Santa Cruz Bicycles Demo Schedule

editor@bikerumor.com (Bikerumor.com / Tyler Benedict) — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 21:27:50 +0000

Here’s how they describe it: “We’ve got a guy, a girl, the biggest Sprinter van money can buy, a trailer, and about 30 of our best bikes all equipped with the finest offerings from the folk listed below. They are going to be traveling the highways of this great land, from dealer [...]

Midget Bushtrekka Camper Bicycle Trailer…not just for Little People

editor@bikerumor.com (Bikerumor.com / Tyler Benedict) — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 21:15:55 +0000

Now, if you’re outta breath like the person shooting this video, you should probably rethink hauling a 55lb trailer around behind your bike. But if you’re die hard about being self sufficient or don’t have a ride to the next 24 hour race, this looks pretty nice. Honestly, it’d almost be worth transporting to endurance [...]

ee Cycleworks’ Redesigned Sub-100g Road Bike Brakes

editor@bikerumor.com (Bikerumor.com / Tyler Benedict) — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 20:02:06 +0000

Floating around NAHBS I noticed a number of bikes with these Terminator-esque mechanical stoppers, and Steve from Calfee said they were new, so a quick call to ee Cycleworks was in order. First thing you need to know: They average under 200g per set. Yeah, now you’ll keep reading. Launched at Interbike ‘08, ee Cycleworks is [...]

Throwback: Bicycle Patent From 110 Years Ago

editor@bikerumor.com (Bikerumor.com / Tyler Benedict) — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 19:23:38 +0000

A patent was awarded 110 years ago this month for this snappy bicycle fan. Keeping you cool as you roll! Check out the pulley system operating the fan from the front wheel…and the tidy umbrella to keep the UV rays off the noggin. Click ‘more’ for a schematic of the pulley system, or to just admire [...]

World Champ Irina Kalentieva Partners With Ergon To Introduce Clothing Line

editor@bikerumor.com (Bikerumor.com / Tyler Benedict) — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 19:06:07 +0000

Irina is the 2009 XC World Champion. She is from Russia and enjoys racing in the mud and saunas. She has partnered with Ergon to offer a line of women’s sportswear. Check it out here and after the break for a picture. PRESS RELEASE: иPA -my choice- Cycle Collection is now available in shops. World Champion Irina Kalentieva [...]

New Rapha / Apolis Activism Nepalese Wool Transit Elite Sweater

editor@bikerumor.com (Bikerumor.com / Tyler Benedict) — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 16:16:27 +0000

Rapha’s on a roll turning out new kit and clothing. The limited edition Transit Elite Sweater is a hat tip to their old Track Top and looks to be a sweet cruise around or aprés ride sweater. Made in partnership with Apolis Activism, a Los Angeles based clothing company, it’s hand knitted in Kathmandu from [...]

Paris-Nice: Sagan Surprises Pack with Stunning Second Stage Win

editor@bikerumor.com (Bikerumor.com / Tyler Benedict) — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 16:04:51 +0000

Liquigas rider Peter Sagan sprung a massive surprise on the peloton today, as he launched a gutsy attack 1.9km out, and buried himself to stay ahead and claim a second stage win. A tight left turn and a narrow plunge under a railway track distracted the bunch and the steep uphill after was the perfect springboard [...]

Ironman Steals Crew from Competitor Pubs to Launch Lava Magazine

editor@bikerumor.com (Bikerumor.com / Tyler Benedict) — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 15:19:50 +0000

Since leaving the upper ranks of Competitor, which publishes Triathlete, Inside Triathlon and Velonews among others, John Duke (pictured) will start publishing Lava Magazine this Summer. Starting with three issues for 2010, the magazine will focus exclusively on Ironman and 70.3 distance events with content catering to the serious and committed triathlete. Filling the pages will [...]

Moots Partners with Dirt, Sweat and Gears

editor@bikerumor.com (Bikerumor.com / Tyler Benedict) — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 13:53:29 +0000

Moots has teamed up with Dirt, Sweat & Gears as the title sponsor to assist with IMBA/SORBA’s continuing efforts to provide trail accessibility for the Southeast mountain biking community. In addition to event support, Moots will donate one of its signature handcrafted titanium mountain bike frames for the Dirt, Sweat & Gears grand prize [...]

Video: Cervelo Test Team Road Testing New Castelli Aero Rain Jacket

editor@bikerumor.com (Bikerumor.com / Tyler Benedict) — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 13:05:54 +0000

In case you’re wondering, it’s the tighter black one that’s the new Aero Rain Jacket. Castelli claims it’s fully breathable and stretchy while fully protecting you from water and wind. Oh, and it’s short sleeve, intended to go over a normal long-sleeve jersey or with their Nanoflex arm warmers, which features a “revolutionary” new fabric [...]

Bikerumor Pic Of The Day: Bailout

editor@bikerumor.com (Bikerumor.com / Tyler Benedict) — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 12:01:58 +0000

“Chad bails” by trafficbikes. “Traffic Cycle Design is a small custom bicycle framebuilding outfit in Southampton, NY. We build bicycles of all types for discerning customers - enthusiasts, competitors and novices alike.” To see more Pics of the Day, click here, and to submit your own photo to be shown to the world, go here.

Rapha Condor Sharp Team Issue Kit Now Available

editor@bikerumor.com (Bikerumor.com / Tyler Benedict) — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 02:29:43 +0000

The same gear worn by Rapha Condor Sharp pro team riders is now available for sale through Rapha.cc. Shown above is the team Rain Jacket, a more robust version of the stowaway (but still folds down to fit into a jersey pocket) with a windproof outer. It has a slim fit with longer tail, fully [...]

New 3T Aura Pro AeroBars Make All-Carbon Cockpit Affordable for Triathlon, Time Trial Bikes

editor@bikerumor.com (Bikerumor.com / Tyler Benedict) — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 20:32:17 +0000

3T is unveiling it’s new Aura-Pro, an entry-level carbon-fiber aerobar complete with extensions at this week’s Taipei Show. The Aura shares its basic architecture with their Mistral, but its basebar has a simplified top skin and top-mounted extension clamps. This means it lacks the multiple elbow-rest positions of Mistral, but is lighter. The Aura comes with [...]

Felt Extends Sponsorship of Mafia Racing Team

editor@bikerumor.com (Bikerumor.com / Tyler Benedict) — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 20:12:34 +0000

PRESS RELEASE: Felt Bicycles is proud to announce it is continuing its sponsorship of the Mafia Racing off-road team in 2010. The Colorado-based Mafia Racing program started in 2007 and has grown each year to extend its reach to the national level while still remaining true to its grassroots community-based focus. Joining the Mafia team this [...]