by editors on April 1, 2014
Spokes are for suckers! They add weight, increase drag, and transmit harsh road bumps up to the rider, but for years they’ve been the only way to keep your hubs attached to your wheels. Until now.
Thanks to dynamo-hub powered electromagnets, neodymium rim inserts, and some engineering magic, the Nikola makes spokes a thing of the past. At low speeds, the magnetic field generated keeps the rims stable and allows some wiggle-room to absorb road shock (imagine invisible magnetic shocks and you’ll get a sense of how cool it is), at higher speeds the stronger field keeps your rims stiff so you don’t lose any energy to flexing like on a standard spoked wheel. This is basically the coolest thing you’re going to see all year. 1 part mag-lev train, 1 part urban-assault bicycle, 100% Pure.
We think April 1 is our favorite day of the year.
[Link: Pure Fix]
by editors on March 25, 2014
He’s faster. Much faster than you. Brian Lopes is faster than you and you and you and you, too. And now he’s riding for Intense Cycles. Sounds like a perfect match.
by editors on March 24, 2014
It has been said that watching XC mountain biking racing is like “watching paint dry,” those of us who prefer the climb to the downhill do not agree. In that spirit we offer up the 2014 US Cup Pro Series from Fontana, California and one of the best cross country race courses in the West.
by editors on March 24, 2014
During the 2014 Vital MTB Test Session the crew took a little side hill detour on White Line in Sedona, Arizona. We have no interest in this line and honestly, it’s pretty hard to watch, but damn, Jess Pedersen, Lear Miller and John Hauer are gnarly.
by editors on March 24, 2014
by editors on March 18, 2014
Here’s a new fixie from the crew at Pure Fix. It’s called The Coolidge.
The Coolidge features a 4130 chromoly frame which makes for a ride that is light and highly durable while the 700x25c Thickslick tires allow riders to satisfy their need for speed as safely and comfortably as possible. Additionally, the bike is equipped with wrapped drop bars and 700C, 30mm wheel set featuring sealed bearing hubs and a machined braking surface. Like the high-quality performance of all the Pure Fix Cycles bicycles, The Coolidge is as pleasing aesthetically as it is physically. The unique combination of a raked chrome fork and polished silver quill stem and seat make this cutting edge bike look as great as it rides. With a unique combination of innovative design and classic style, The Coolidge by Pure Fix Cycles has elevated biking in every aspect.
For more info, click the link.
[Link: Pure Fix] [click to continue…]
by editors on March 18, 2014
Backcountry.com is going pro with a full mountain bike team. They’ll be riding Niner Bikes and sponsored by the following companies: Geax, Clifbar, Louis Garneau, FSA, WTB, Chris King, ENVE, SRAM, Crankbrothers, Eureka, Jet Boil and Gore Bike Wear.
“Mountain biking is at the core of who we are as a brand and being able to extend our expert gear knowledge to the trail and support the sport is a priority,” said Jill Layfield, CEO at backcountry.com. “Assembling a pro team of this caliber that possesses the tools to compete at the highest level is a natural extension of our cycling brands and culture.” . . The Mountain Bike Team will be managed by pro rider Jason Sager. Sager took 2nd overall at the 2013 Sudety MTB Challenge stage race in Poland, and 4th overall at the 2013 Mongolian Bike Challenge. In addition to Sager, team riders include: Chloe Woodruff, Evelyn Dong, and TJ Woodruff.
For the official word from Backcountry.com, follow the jump. [click to continue…]
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 17, 2014
Every wondered how a bike seat is made? It’s one of the things we’ve through about several times while sitting for hours and hours on our tiny little Prologo saddle. Here’s a little look in the fi’zi:k manufacturing process.
[Link: Global Cycling Network]
