Matt’s new Long Termer – a Santa Cruz Blur LT. Matt wanted “just a normal bike” for once rather than something niche-tastic. He can’t remember the last time he had a “normal bike” 🙂
New saddles from Ragley. Available in loads of different designs and colourways. Available with cromo rails or titanium rails.
DT Swiss EXC1550 carbon wheels. Destined for Chipps’ Orange Blood project.
Society Xeno 100mm fork from Ison Distribution. Benji was after a stout 100mm travel bolt-thru fork for his dirtjump/injury bike.
New tunes for the office.
MRP Podium chain ring. For our pass-the-parcel Long Termer Ibis Tranny.
Also for the Tranny, MRP 1X guide (developed with Adam Craig on his 1×9 race bike).
The Knog Tool 20 open…
…the Knog Tool 20 opened up.
Marzocchi Bomber 55 RC3 Ti
From: Windwave
The sleek looking Bomber 55 is an all mountain / freeride fork which has 160mm travel, a 20mm axle, a titanium spring to shave weight and Marzocchi’s RC3 open bath technology which allows for adjustment of air preload, hi/low compression and rebound. RRP of £899
Lucozade Mega Box
From: Windwave
We got sent a box of energy boosting, mind stimulating treats from Lucozade recently. We got fuel cereal bars, recovery bars, muscle gel, recovery powder, muscle powder, hydration powder and mind stimulating powder. There should be no excuses for tiredness sin the office for the next week or so! RRP £It’s a big box
For Goodness Shakes
From: For Goodness Shakes
For Goodness Shakes have releases a new, smaller, Sprint 330g shake to accompany their Elite 500g bottles. Designed specifically for lower intensity training recovery, and available in ChocMalt, SuperBerry and Banna flavours, For Goodness Shakes combine a ratio of carbohydrate to protein along with all 9 essential amino acids for fast recovery. Available to buy exclusively in Asda or on-line. RRP £95 p
Extrawheel Voyager Bike Trailer
From: Extrawheel
The Extrawheel Voyager is a single-wheel trailer with built in pannier racks. The system can be purchased in a frame only option, or in 26″ or 700c wheel options. The simple skewer connection allows easy attachment to any style of bike and it is recommended for loads up to 35kg. The version we received came with masses of storage bags including 2 80l side mounting panniers bags which have 3 separate detachable bags each. RRP approx £285.00
Howies NBL Stones
From: Howies
These newly updated merino boxers have a new elasticated waistband contained within a merino casing so you have warn wool instead of cold nylon against your skin. The Flatlock seams should ensure ultimate comfort.RRP £35
Howies Women’s Slipstream Top
From: Howies
Similar to the men’s Slipstream, the female specific slipstream is a slim, figure fitting top made from merino wool with good moisture wicking capabilities.
I’m wearing the old version of those Stones now. Love them. Yes, pricey. Not regretted the outlay myself.
Fork prices… …no new forks for most of us this year I suppose. However, I think that for a while they were produced too cheaply though, with every fork manufacturer having production issues with at least one model. I’d rather they cost a bit more and you could have faith that you’re far less likely to get a dodgy pair. Forks cost more now, but they ARE better.
That LT2 will end up with 170mm Lyrics, 780mm bars, 40mm stem – in an attempt to recreate that Alpine 5 feeling 🙂
Extrawheels are an elegant solution and far and away the best of the cycle trailer systems but they just don’tmake sense for serious riding. The generate massive and V dangerous speed wobble at high speed and are unbraked, ie.if you’re doing 30mph and you brake hard then the weight in the trailer is pushing your bike foward whilst generating no downward pressure through the tyres (and therefore traction).
Of 6 of us who rode the Continental Divide route last year, the 3 riders using trailers (both Bob and extrawheels)all suffered crashes as a result of their trailers.
Great for shopping, bugger all use for serious off road touring. Panniers are popular for a reason, and yes, you can ride off road with full F+R panniers.