by editors on April 15, 2014
When ever we see someone offering condolences to the family of a cyclist our first thought it that they’ve been hit by a car. When news went out today that former Jamis-Hagen Berman rider and the Trek-Livstrong development team member Chase Pinkham had died it was because of an accidental overdose, according to a story on VeloNews. Pinkham had already survived being hit by a car:
According to Alex Kim, a close friend of the Pinkham family, Chase underwent dozens of surgeries related to his 2008 crash and suffered from chronic pain. Pinkham was eliminating his use of narcotic painkillers, according to Kim, earlier this year when he suffered a broken leg at the Valley of the Sun Stage Race in Arizona in February. Following the crash, doctors again prescribed narcotic painkillers for Pinkham. He was house-sitting last weekend in Salt Lake City when friends discovered Pinkham’s body.
Our thoughts are with Pinkham’s family and friends.
[Link: VeloNews]
by editors on April 15, 2014
We’ve been hard on the BLOAT (Biggest Liar Of All Time) for a while now. After watching this little edit, however, we’ve finally found enlightenment on the subject. The BLOAT is not some evil force in the world of cycling. He’s not an ogre, or a monster, or someone who will live out his days in infamy. No, he’s just a common, ordinary asshole who happens to be very good at cycling. . . and assholing.
by editors on April 13, 2014
With 6.5 kilometers to go Niki Terpstra decided he didn’t want to ride with anyone else on the road to Roubaix and so he left some of the biggest names in Roubaix in the dust by 20 seconds and powered his way to the track, according to a story on Inrng.
As the group watched each other Terpsta went. What was more astonishing is that nobody went with him. In a lead group of 11 with three from the same team the moment the dominant squad goes everyone has to jump on otherwise it’s too late. But easy to say now, hard to do after 250km. So it was that Terpstra took five, 10 and then 15 seconds as behind Cancellara eased up, Sagan reached for a gel and Wiggins took a drink. Game over.
Seems that’s often how it’s done. Nice to see a new face on the top box.
[Link: Inrng]
by editors on April 3, 2014
by editors on March 17, 2014
Admit it, you have. It’s just that Marcel Kittel will just get a new bike afterwards. None of us will. For more classic bike throws, click the link.
[Link: Bike Radar]
by editors on March 17, 2014
Self-described “adventure cyclist” Harrison Brown is planning to pedal his bike from Fairbanks, Alaska to Key West, Florida by himself. In the process he plans to make a Youtube travel show about the journey as he rolls along. If you’d like to help him make this whole project happen, click the link and donate some money to his Kickstarter project. We just hope he makes it. Six-thousand miles is a long way to go on a bike, by yourself. That also seems like a few too many distracted drivers to deal with as well.
[Link: Kickstarter]
by editors on March 10, 2014
Full Windsor says The Nutter Cycle Multi Tool has. . .
. . . all the essentials for fixing your most common bike headaches. The Nutter combines all the tools you need when out riding into one simple unit. Its unique design and distinctive form turns the tool into a handle, giving you more leverage than other multi tools on the market. The tool weighs just 110g or 3.9oz.
And they’re probably right. But look how pretty this tool is? Wouldn’t it look nice strapped to the bars of your fendered, Brooks saddled city bike? Of course it would. And it costs only £39.99. Leather pouch included.
[Link: Full Windsor]
by editors on February 19, 2014
Registration is now open for the third annual “extremely challenging Spring Classic event” more commonly referred to as The SPY Belgian Waffle Ride scheduled for April 26-27, 2014 in beautiful Carlsbad, California.
“The SPY Belgian Waffle Ride began as an homage to the storied history of bike racing in Belgium—a place long considered to be the epicenter of international professional cycling,” says Michael Marckx, SPY president, CEO, and creator of the event. “A tribute to the beautiful—and equally taxing—rides staged in early spring, this year’s route is different than the previous years with a great deal more gravel, dirt, pavé and climbing than even rural Belgium could offer, promising more fun, more pain and more fatigue than ever before.”
The ride begins at 8 AM on Sunday, April 27, 2014 at Spy’s world headquarters and rolls neutral for 20 miles before things heat up at the 116-miles-to-go mark. The course features what organizers call “a relentless barrage of dirt, mud, single-track and water crossings” with a knee grinding 11,000 feet of climbing. But don’t let that deter you from what has become one of the best days you’ll ever spend on a bike. If you are man (or woman) enough, the click here to register ($125) or follow the jump for the official word from SPY or click here for our coverage from last year’s event (including a full results list). [click to continue…]
by editors on January 23, 2014
We couldn’t live without the RockyMounts DriveShaft thru-axel adapter than turns our Thule Peloton into a perfect MTB transporter. But now RockyMounts is stepping it up with their new low-profile upright bike rack that means we wouldn’t need to take our front wheel off at all. It’s stand up roof tray is called Brass Knuckles.
BrassKnuckles gets its name from the ergonomically shaped handle which makes the arm and wheel hook easier to pull down for efficient bike mounting. The handle includes a non-pinching trigger and RockyMounts’ “Positive Ratcheting Engagement,” which allows the wheel-hook to move in finer increments resulting in a more securely attached bike. The handle also includes the RockyMounts’ “Secure Locking System,” allowing safe transportation of your most prized possession. . . “We’re extremely excited about BrassKnuckles,” said Bruno Maier, President of RockyMounts, Inc. “Our product team has done a fantastic job of designing and engineering an innovative bike rack that is the best upright mount available. BrassKnuckles reinforces our position as an innovative and colorful company.”
The BrassKnuckle can be adjusted to work on either side of the car and will fit any kind of roof rack crossbar. And, it’s only $199.95. For the official word from RockyMounts, follow the jump. [click to continue…]
by editors on January 22, 2014
The Spy Giant Ride Elite Cycling Team today announced its roster of riders along with presenting and supporting sponsors. In 2014, the team will be known as SPY GIANT RIDE presented by MRI Endurance, and will exclusively use the MRI line of endurance and athlete products for all its training and competitive needs.
“The mission for our team is to bring together the most positive racers in Southern California who have the potential to leave a lasting, happy impression and provide them access to the best products on earth,” says Michael Marckx, SPY president and CEO. “Our partnership with MRI Endurance is the greatest step we’ve taken to fulfill that mission, and the wide array of MRI products will keep our team performing at an optimum level, driving the front and creating a wake of happiness wherever we ride. When you consider we’ve got the greatest bikes, eyewear, helmets, shoes, wheels, components, apparel, and now nutrition and sports supplements, it’s no wonder a spot on our team is such a sought after position.”
For the official word from Spy, follow the jump. [click to continue…]
When ever we see someone offering condolences to the family of a cyclist our first thought it that they’ve been hit by a car. When news went out today that former Jamis-Hagen Berman rider and the Trek-Livstrong development team member Chase Pinkham had died it was because of an accidental overdose, according to a story on VeloNews. Pinkham had already survived being hit by a car:
