Friday, June 30, 2017

Orbea Orca getting more aero?

We’ve seen a teaser from Orbea, who may or may not have slipped a couple of images our way to build some hype. Pics here (another below the break) come from BrakeThrough Media and Orbea, used with permission, and show a drastically different looking road bike than what we’ve seen from past Orcas. Full details […]

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Happy 150th Birthday Canada | Mr. Locksmith 

Happy 150th Birthday Canada | Mr. Locksmith

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On Saturday, July 1, 2017, it will be the sesquicentennial of Canada becoming a country, which occurred on July 1, 1867. On that day 3 British colonies – New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and Canada – were united into the Dominion of Canada. At the same time, that large existing Province of Canada was divided into two provinces – Ontario and Quebec. Canada started as a country of four provinces which eventually expanded West, East and North until it became what it is today; comprised of 10 provinces and 3 territories.

The last province to join Confederation was Newfoundland when the then Dominion of Newfoundland joined Canada in 1949. The last territory to be created was Nunavut, which in 1999 was divided from the existing Northwest Territories.

On Saturday, we celebrate the 150th anniversary of Confederation. I hope all Canadians, home and abroad are able to celebrate this milestone of our great nation.

Happy Birthday Canada!

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Happy 150th Birthday Canada | Mr. Locksmith 

Happy 150th Birthday Canada | Mr. Locksmith

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On Saturday, July 1, 2017, it will be the sesquicentennial of Canada becoming a country, which occurred on July 1, 1867. On that day 3 British colonies – New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and Canada – were united into the Dominion of Canada. At the same time, that large existing Province of Canada was divided into two provinces – Ontario and Quebec. Canada started as a country of four provinces which eventually expanded West, East and North until it became what it is today; comprised of 10 provinces and 3 territories.

The last province to join Confederation was Newfoundland when the then Dominion of Newfoundland joined Canada in 1949. The last territory to be created was Nunavut, which in 1999 was divided from the existing Northwest Territories.

On Saturday, we celebrate the 150th anniversary of Confederation. I hope all Canadians, home and abroad are able to celebrate this milestone of our great nation.

Happy Birthday Canada!

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All-new Trek Emonda Disc unveiled, rim brake frame drops to 640 grams!

Just in time for Le Tour, the all-new Trek Emonda pushes the boundaries of lightweight ever further with an updated rim brake version. And for rides with inclement weather, speedy descents and rougher roads, there’s a new Emonda Disc version that opens up tire clearance and still comes in very light. In development for some […]

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Ask a Stupid Question – Ask Park Tool anything, Part One

We know, there’s no such thing as a stupid question. But there are definitely some questions too embarrassing to ask your local shop or riding buddies. This is our weekly installment where we get to the bottom of your questions – serious or otherwise. And this week, Park Tool is answering your questions about their […]

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All new Specialized Tarmac gains aero, drops weight, and builds in a better ride

It’s tour season, which means all the latest road bikes are rolling in just in time for the Grand Départ. Along with the all new Diverge, Specialized had another major road bike announcement while we were in New Jersey – the all new Tarmac. Even with more than 200 victories on the current SL5, Specialized […]

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One Ride Review: Ridley Sablo carbon XC mountain bike takes the Belgian brand further off-road

  Probably best known for their cyclocross race heritage, as well as a deep line of road & gravel bikes, Belgian bike maker Ridley is expanding their mountain bike offerings to cover a wider range of XC racing with their first full-suspension bike. The new full carbon 100mm travel Sablo aims to take the same […]

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Random gear roundup! Nalgene : Mission Workshop : Flywheel : Two Wheel Gear

This might be a pretty random roundup but there’s still something for everyone. Nalgene released a soft water-bottle that all athletes can enjoy. Mission Workshop is offering a modular cell phone pocket that fits on a range of their bags allowing for easier access. The boutique spin class studio Flywheel is selling their own spinning shoes and offering […]

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Review: Galfer’s moto experience shows in their floating brake rotor and pads for MTB

Unless you’re a new-school BMX rider (brakeless), having good brakes is probably a high priority! Though I joke about being a small guy with little heft to halt, I still like my brakes to bite hard. I was stoked to set up my DH bike with some parts from Galfer USA, which is an off […]

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Honey Stinger adds Mint Chocolate, Vanilla & Chocolate gluten free waffles

Teased at Sea Otter alongside a smorgasbord of other nutritional products, Honey Stinger’s gluten free waffle lineup has just grown by two. The new flavors are Chocolate Mint and Vanilla & Chocolate, which join existing GF options Cinnamon and Wildflower Honey. Jump past the break for ingredients info for each, and expect them to hit […]

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Bikerumor Pic Of The Day: Lewiston, Idaho

Photo submitted by Matt Krahn, “On the the edge of hell (Hell’s Canyon) outside Lewiston, Idaho. Great day of riding on the Jones Space Frame.  29+ on front, 1×10.” We always love seeing photos from where you are riding and are happy to share them with our readers around the world here on the Pic Of […]

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PC17: Bag Balm introduces new sizes to keep cyclists, pets, and cows comfortable for centuries to come

Bag Balm was probably one of the most unexpected exhibitors at PressCamp, but then again, that’s why they were there. One of those products you either know of, or have never heard of, Bag Balm got its start back in 1899 – literally through the hands of founder, John Norris. Like many northern climates in […]

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Thursday, June 29, 2017

The Man-Machine gets stylized with Canyon x Kraftwerk limited edition road bike

Kraftwerk was a pioneer in electronica, so it’s no stretch to see this custom painted and extremely limited Canyon CF SLX Ultimate road bike equipped with SRAM eTap. The retro electronic paint theme pays homage to the band, tying in both inspiration for Canyon’s CEO from their music and the fact that this year’s Tour […]

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2017 Oakley Tour de France cycling sunglasses collection announced

Oakley’s annual tradition of limited edition Tour de France editions continues, this year with matte white frames speckled with subtle yellow graphics. The frames all use their Prizm Road lenses, which lean toward the rose tint with an uncanny ability to make the pavement pop. Or, at least, make the lane markers and surrounding grass […]

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2018 Wilier Cento10NDR endurance road bike smooths the cobbles w/ micro suspension

Built on three years of testing and development and based off the lightweight Cento10AIR race bike introduced in May (with a really shiny paint job!), the new 2018 Wilier Cento10NDR adds an endurance race model to the line for longer, rougher courses. For the pros, this means a much more comfortable ride on the cobbled […]

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All-new Look Huez RS road bike floats up the climbs with 730g frame weight

Look Cycles has gone big on integration in the past to achieve lightweight or aerodynamics, but the new Look 785 Huez RS eschews tricks for a pared down, ultralight design made for climbing. And there’s a non-RS version made for all types of terrain that’s also easy on the scales. Any good race bike needs […]

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Ride With GPS update allows riders to record rides and view live stats on a smartwatch

Whether you’re training for a big race or just curious to see where you stand, tracking your rides can be pretty insightful. Luckily, these days it’s painfully easy to do with mobile devices and apps like Ride with GPS. Two years ago, we checked out Ride With GPS when they introduced turn-based navigation on Wahoo’s RFLKT […]

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Bikerumor Pic Of The Day: Chengdu, China

Photo submitted by Chris Conley, “The first picture is overlooking Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan Province, China, with my reliable travel companion, a Ritchey Breakaway.” We always love seeing photos from where you are riding and are happy to share them with our readers around the world here on the Pic Of The Day. Send in […]

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Wednesday, June 28, 2017

3 Tips for Keeping Your Carpet Looking New

Having new carpet installed can almost make you want to avoid stepping on it in hopes of keeping its pristine look. Use the following tips so you won’t have to worry about your carpet looking old soon.

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Regular Care

Frequent vacuuming will help keep soil and debris from becoming embedded in carpet. Soil can pit and scratch carpet fibers, so regular vacuuming helps maintain that new look. High traffic areas should be vacuumed two to five times weekly. Light traffic areas may require twice weekly vacuuming, but don’t forget to go over non-traffic areas like corners once a week to keep dust from building up.

Use a vacuum with adjustable brushes that will suit the type of carpet and the area you are cleaning. Use a crevice tool to get into corners and a beater brush attachment when working on stairs. Regular vacuuming not only picks up dust, dirt and surface fragments on your carpet but will fluff up the fibers to counteract daily wear. Choose a vacuum setting to match the height of the carpet so it will clean efficiently without damaging fibers. Let your strokes overlap so you cover the entire carpet. Use the angled nozzle attachment to clean along baseboards where dust settles. Replace the vacuum bag or empty the canister when it is 2/3 full so your machine works safely and more efficiently, and periodically check the hoses and attachments for obstructions that might impair their function. You want to get the most clean with the smallest effort! Source: SheKnows

Use Rugs in High-Traffic Areas

You can protect carpet in high-traffic areas with rugs. Look for rugs that are tough and will be able to stand up to some wear and tear, but that are affordable, so that if they do start to show some wear you will still feel like you got your money’s worth for them.

Another benefit to using this approach is that rugs can be easier to clean than carpets. You can shake them out when they get dirty and take them to be professionally cleaned as needed. Source: HSS

Avoid Using Carpet Powder Products

Carpet powders are a popular way to eliminate odor in your carpet. However, they can leave traces of powder residue in the carpet, especially if you overuse them. You may not see this residue until the next time you have your carpet steam cleaned or shampooed. Then, you’ll see a white, sometimes sticky film on top of your carpet. If you absolutely must use carpet powder, use it sparingly. Source: AngiesList

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Suspension Tech: How a negative spring works & why size matters

No matter which brand of fork or shock you’re riding, if it uses an air spring, they all have a negative spring. Even coil-over shocks and coil-sprung forks can benefit from a negative spring, though they’re less common on mountain bikes these days (we’ll explain why). It’s more important on air-sprung suspension because it takes a […]

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Killswitch automatically opens your rear shock when you drop your post, locks it for climbing

If remembering to drop your post is more than enough mental acrobatics while riding, fiddling with your rear shock is probably asking too much. So Killswitch takes all of that remembering out of the equation by syncing your dropper post with your rear shock. Drop the saddle and it opens the shock all the way […]

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PC17: New Smith x Muse sunglasses get your in the zone with mindful meditation

Debuted at the 2017 Consumer Electronics Show, Smith’s Lowdown Focus frames are almost ready for action. Or, non action, actually. Utilizing their current Lowdown frame, Smith has partnered with Muse and integrated the sensors from their their sensory feedback headband into your sunglasses to help you monitor and train yourself in mindful meditation. What’s the purpose of this? According to […]

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2018 Orbea Rallon continues progression as all-out enduro race bike

Over the years, the Orbea Rallon has impressed us with its speed and stability, but about every two years the Spanish brand reinvents the model. Not content with minor updates, the prior iteration was a whole new animal than its predecessor. And this one is, too, getting a stiffer, asymmetric design with a meticulously laid up […]

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Camelbak puts a lid on Podium bottle, perfects the fanny pack, improves protection back and front, more

Tired of swallowing a bunch of dirt every time you take a sip from your CamelBak Podium bottle? It seems you’re not alone as Camelbak has just introduced a new version of the Podium, the Podium Dirt Series. With a name like that, the bottles are relatively self explanatory, but there’s a new silicone nozzle […]

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Bikerumor Pic Of The Day: Sonthofen, Germany

Photo submitted by Wolfgang Sievert, “Took this pic today after a challenging climb above Sonthofen, Germany: View of the Alps on a hot summer day.” We always love seeing photos from where you are riding and are happy to share them with our readers around the world here on the Pic Of The Day. Send in […]

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Tuesday, June 27, 2017

Curtain Do’s and Don’ts

Out of all the window treatment choices out there, curtains are possibly the most famous. They offer versatility that suits any window in your home, and they are available in a wide array of colors and textures. Despite how adaptable they can be, there are still do’s and don’ts to follow when hanging curtains.

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DO hang high
The higher the rod, the taller the window will appear, so fix your curtain rod closer to the ceiling than the top of your window. The rule of thumb is that they should sit 4-6 inches above the window frame.

DON’T go too short
Unless you are using cafe-style curtains, the fabric should fall to the floor. These are the highwater pants of curtains and not a good look. A little puddling can be nice if you want a romantic feel but if you don’t want to worry about them dragging and getting dirty, then stop the fabric just before they hit the floor — a little under an inch is good. Source: ApartmentTherapy

DO consider the light. Which room are you curtaining? If it’s the bedroom, do you like to be woken by the first rays of daylight or do you prefer total darkness? Make sure your curtains comfortably clear the sides of the window if so and think about blackout linings or blinds behind.

DON’T be exclusive. Just because you’ve decided to hang curtains doesn’t mean getting rid of blinds. In some rooms different window treatments can complement each other. Source: InsideOut

DON’T forget the hardware. Curtain rods and finials should “match” the fabric. Heavier drapes such as velvets should be on a large and somewhat decorative rods while light silks and sheers can sit on light-weight and more dainty rods. That said, they should also “match” the rest of the room. Make sure they connect to something in the room.

For instance, if you’ve got Lucite lamps or chairs, a Lucite drapery rod might be in order.

DO consider what fabric is best. Cotton is versatile and easy to clean; velvet is luxurious and private but can be a bit heavy for some rooms; sheers are light and graceful but don’t offer much in the way of privacy; and wool is heavy but strong enough to hold embellishments like tassels and fringe. Source: TheSpruce

Get to know more about the curtains that will best fit your home when you contact us!

 

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3 Tips to Converting a Tub to a Shower

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Converting a bathtub into a shower is not as difficult as you may think. If you don’t use your bathtub for bathing, why not convert your old bathtub into a walk in shower? Here are 3 tips on converting a tub to a shower.

Determine Spacing & Placement
A bathtub to shower conversion is easiest when you situate your new open shower in the space left behind by your bathtub, since your drain lines and water supply will already be in place. Moving plumbing can add significant cost to the project, plus require bringing in a plumber.

Spacing Required for a Walk In Shower:

  • At least 30 inches by 30 inches of floor space.
  • At least 80 inches in height.
  • At least 15 inches between the side of the toilet and the shower wall.
  • Or at least 21 inches between the front of the toilet and the shower wall.
  • If you plan to install a swinging door, make sure to account for the swing. Source: BudgetDumpster

Waterproofing and Drainage
Properly sealing the shower floor from water leaks will help protect your home from problems associated with water leaks, like wood rot, drywall damage and mold. Hot mops are prepared onsite and are the best way to waterproof the shower pan.

A standard drain may not be sufficient to stand the test of time. To ensure your shower remodel lasts for many years, select a high quality and durable drain. Source: Angieslist

Which Type of Shower Works Best for Your Space?
Now that you have some ideas about what you want your shower to look like, you’ll want to consider the best type of shower to install in your bathroom.

Shower stalls
All-in-one shower stalls that can be added to an existing tub-sized space can make your job easier. Many options exist with built-in ledges and shelving; some even have seating areas. The stalls typically include a curb to contain water and the option of installing any type of door you wish — or even just using a curtain.

Tiled shower curbs
A tiled shower created in the existing wall space usually necessitates a curb or ledge that will hold the door and keep the water inside the shower. The curb should be tall enough to contain moisture and short enough to step over easily. Curbs should also be polished and have smooth edges to reduce injury.

Curbless showers
Showers with no lip to contain the water make it much easier to access the shower, especially for the elderly or disabled. But beyond that, curbless showers offer a particular open look that is appealing and modern. The curbless style can also save you a little space if you’re making the most of a small area.

The issue with a curbless shower, of course, is the difficulty of containing the water. This problem can be minimized by choosing a shower screen — essentially, a pivoting glass door — and a directed showerhead that keeps the flow of water moving away from the rest of the bathroom. Source: HomeAdvisor

 

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PC17: Factor O2 Disc race bike added to lineup, SWiFT TT bike splits time on the road

When Factor started under BF1, it was all about data collection and looking at it from an engineering point of view with an F1 background. That led to The One’s split downtube and other unique designs and electronic integration. When Rob Gitellis and Baden Cooke bought the brand two years ago, Rob was already intimately […]

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Q & A: How Do I Use My Steam Bath For The First Time

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So, you’ve taken the plunge (so to speak) and purchased your very own steam shower. Perhaps you’ve opted for a pre-fabricated, modular type that’s ready to use as soon as the pieces are properly secured and sealed. Or, perhaps you’ve splurged on a complete custom steam room. Whichever course you’ve followed, you can now have a personal spa experience any time you feel like it.

Even though you have the user instructions that came with the steam shower unit, and advice from either our support technicians or your own contractor, you may be wondering how exactly you should use your steam shower for the first time.

Best tips for getting most enjoyment out of steam shower.

Begin by ensuring that your body temperature is at room temperature or cooler. Then, turn on the steam function. Sit back on the bench and soak up the warm steam for no more than 30 minutes. Afterwards, you can cool off by stepping out of the steam shower unit. Or, you can stand under the cool spray of the water. The key to enjoying the whole experience is to move gradually from one step to the other. Don’t shock your system by jumping into hot steam or standing under cold water at the end.

combo steam shower and bathtub

Did you opt for a combination steam shower-whirlpool tub? Lucky you! You have the option of switching at will between a relaxing steam shower and soaking in a luxury steam bath. As with the steam shower, make sure your body is not already too warm before slipping into the whirlpool tub. The key is to always make sure that you don’t overtax your circulation. “Used properly, a steam bath will help to overcome the stresses of everyday life, to relax and recover, and to gain new strength and improve general physical and mental well being” .

Do you have questions about how to use your steam shower or whirlpool tub? Ask us!

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Giant shifts back into big wheels with XC race focused Anthem 29

  Giant shocked the bike industry when they announced that the Anthem XC race bike was going 27.5″. At the time, wheel size was still a fierce debate, and even though one version of the 29″ Anthem remained in the line, it seemed that 27.5″ wheels were the way forward for Giant – even for […]

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Bikerumor Pic Of The Day: Ogden, Utah

Photos submitted by Alex, “Went on a 30 mile ride with 5800ft of climbing yesterday near Ogden, UT, and was rewarded with killer singletrack and Amazing views!” We always love seeing photos from where you are riding and are happy to share them with our readers around the world here on the Pic Of The Day. […]

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Intense builds new long travel Carbine 29 with JS Enduro Tuned suspension

Heading into the 2017 Enduro race season, Intense had a secret weapon. Raced as an unmarked prototype under Jack Moir, the first versions of the new Carbine ended up with two top ten finishes in the first two races. Now, after going through the iterative development process, the Carbine 29 is ready for its debut. […]

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Monday, June 26, 2017

3T Discus Plus carbon gravel road bike wheels get wider, lighter

When 3T launched their new Strada aero road bike with a 1x drivetrain and disc brakes, it marked more than just Vroomen’s reentry to frame design. It marked a decision inside the walls of 3T that they would only work on interesting products. We get the impression there’s more to come, though it may trickle […]

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What would you ask Park Tool?

Park Tool is sponsoring the next few episodes of Ask A Stupid Question, so we need to know – what would you ask Park Tool? They’ll answer anything relevant to tools and service, so fire away. For your questions to make it onto the list, use this form (not in the comments) and we’ll round them […]

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G-Form bulks up with Elite knee & elbow pads, Pro Slides are perfect for ramps

Since their beginnings, G-Form has focused on flexible protection. Based on their proprietary RPT (Reactive Protection Technology) design, the TPU coated segmented padding has become the G-Form calling card, protecting athletes in sports from cycling to kayaking, to baseball. And while G-Form has steadily made improvements to their original pads up to the Pro-X line, […]

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Summer kit roundup with Ornot : Rapha : Kirschner : Sock Guy

Summer has officially begun for us in the Northern Hemisphere, and that means new apparel is here. Since no kit is complete without a matching pair of socks, this week’s roundup includes matching jerseys and socks from Ornot, Rapha, and Kirschner. If you’re not looking for a jersey, SockGuy has a bunch of new designs for fancy […]

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Kali proves safety’s not an upgrade w/ $100 Alchemy & Therapy helmets, new gloves & more

Kali’s big on safety. They like to say, if you’re going to crash, you want to crash in their helmets. They take data from some of the biggest crashes (like Nicholi Rogatkin’s 2015 Red Bull Rampage crash) and recreate those forces in the lab. With that, they’ve developed things like Armourgel, low density foam, and […]

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New Bianchi Aria road bike gets “full aero” geometry to optimize your tuck

Designed as a race bike with performance-oriented geometry, handling and stiffness, the new Bianchi Aria adds aerodynamics that consider the rider and the bike as one. Thus, that geometry was angled to put you in an aero position, and it’s designed to work particularly well with clip-on aero bars for triathlons. While their press materials […]

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Lapierre Prorace SAT mixes carbon XC hardtail speed with softail comfort

For the French company’s all new carbon XC race hardtail, Lapierre has combined vertical compliance tech developed for the road with XC race geometry & tubing from their full-suspension race platform. The result is the new Prorace SAT – a race mountain bike that promises the acceleration & efficient climbing of a light carbon hardtail, with […]

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Bikerumor Pic Of The Day: spring bike touring under Mt. Fuji

Reader Mark Carandang sent in this self portrait with his “ever dependable” Lynskey Sportive Disc at Fujinomiya, west of Mt. Fuji. “This was taken during my spring Nagoya to Tokyo solo tour. There was never a shortage of climbs along the route, and a compact crankset and 11-32 cassette combination kept my knees fresh throughout!” We […]

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Sunday, June 25, 2017

Bikerumor Pic Of The Day: Mission Ridge, WA

Photo submitted by Dirk Fowler, “At the top of Mission Ridge with Mount Rainier in the background. Near Wenatchee, WA. C’mon on over and visit, we have great mountain and road riding.” We always love seeing photos from where you are riding and are happy to share them with our readers around the world here on […]

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Off The Bike: Tentsile floating tree tents will make you want to go camping

Bikes are cool, but every one of us cyclists were checking out Tentsile’s suspended tents hanging the trees behind PressCamp’s standard brick and mortar accommodations. Perhaps most appropriate for the cycling crowd was the Flite, shown above with the T-Mini “floor” suspended below it. Both are designed to hold two people, and the Flite packs […]

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This Week’s Best Posts – 3T Strada aero 1x road bike, Pivot Mach 4, Mavic Road Tubeless UST & more!

We were at PressCamp in Park City, UT, this past week and already have some of the coverage up…like the new 3T Strada aero road bike that’s 1x and disc brake only. It’s part of 3T’s promise that they’re only going to do interesting things from here on out, no more making products just to […]

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Friday, June 23, 2017

Fox offers fork top cap sockets for easy volume spacer swaps & more service parts

Been reading our Suspension Tech series and want to fiddle with your volume spacers but worried you’ll strip, scratch or damage your fork’s top cap with all that on-and-off? No problem, at least if you’ve got a Fox fork, now that they’re offering model-specific top cap sockets designed with no lead in chamfer to maximize […]

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THM Tibia full carbon stem trims down to 78 grams, Fibula brakes switch more metal for carbon

We first saw the new THM Tibia stem at Eurobike, but since then the design has been refined to get rid of the shark nose faceplate. It does, however, keep the 78g claimed weight in 100mm length, which starts shipping in July. They’ll have 80, 110 and 120 lengths shipping in September. What’s equally interesting […]

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Ridley Noah SL Aero+ Disc gets super streamlined, Fenix SLX Disc road bike gets way lighter

Ridley’s aero road bike already had 75 World Tour wins under André Greipel, but when they compared it to the latest crop of competitor’s aero bikes, they found there was room for improvement. The new Noah SL Disc Aero+ builds on ideas like split fork legs and the F-Surface molded rib that trips the air […]

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Bikerumor Pic Of The Day: Bragg Creek, Alberta, Canada

Photo submitted by Bart, “Merlin View west Bragg Creek Alberta– I think everyone takes this picture after climbing up this section as there is a beautiful stone bench to rest at, and the view is just great!” We always love seeing photos from where you are riding and are happy to share them with our […]

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Thursday, June 22, 2017

Five Ten gets a grip on leather commuter cycling shoes, plus killer new approach shoes

The Five Ten District is a new urban casual commuter shoe that comes in flat pedal and SPD versions. The Upper is a PU-coated leather, so water will roll right off and it’s super durable. Bottom has a siped Stealth Marathon non-marking rubber outsole. It’s not quite as sticky as their climbing rubber, but it’ll […]

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Capitol from Porte Homes

A new take on Modern Living

Boasting a hillside advantage within New Westminster, Capitol’s 1 to 3 bedroom homes confidently represents a modern way to live. Expansive and functional kitchens, ample storage, and large patios give a sense of open space. An outdoor courtyard, fitness studio, and garden plots create community. Easy SkyTrain access and nearby shops and services illustrate convenience. Homes at Capitol make an impression on life.

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Hiili carbon gravel fork clears the biggest tires, officially launches Lithic Components

  Depending on the use, it seems like gravel bikes are getting bigger tires all the time. Whether 650b or 700c,  volumes are growing and tread widths are increasing, which is good news for certain segments of the sport. It’s not so good news if you have a fork that doesn’t offer the same amount […]

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Drop in with new Truvativ Descendant DH carbon, alloy handlebars & direct mount stem

Truvativ is following up their new cranksets with updated Descendant 35mm DH riser bars and a direct mount stem. The bars will be available in carbon fiber and alloy, each with subtle differences in measurements. The carbon bar comes in at a claimed 230g and measures 800mm wide. It has a 20mm rise, 5º upsweep […]

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Drop in with new Truvativ Descendant DH carbon, alloy handlebars & direct mount stem

Truvativ is following up their new cranksets with updated Descendant 35mm DH riser bars and a direct mount stem. The bars will be available in carbon fiber and alloy, each with subtle differences in measurements. The carbon bar comes in at a claimed 230g and measures 800mm wide. It has a 20mm rise, 5º upsweep […]

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