2009 Saint crankset
It's a while since the press embargo broke and even longer since I was pedalling some of these round a carpark in the Midlands. Finally, product is almost on the shelves and I've had a chance to have a first look, which is more of a second look really...
It's a while since the press embargo broke and even longer since I was pedalling some of these round a carpark in the Midlands. Finally, product is almost on the shelves and I've had a chance to have a first look, which is more of a second look really...
2008 UCI Masters Worlds - Pra Loup
The Masters Worlds is the biggest event in the calendar for over 30's! This time next week, I'll be trucking out to Pra Loup, France, to race against at least 456 other like minded old 'uns.
The Masters Worlds is the biggest event in the calendar for over 30's! This time next week, I'll be trucking out to Pra Loup, France, to race against at least 456 other like minded old 'uns.
Pinning the Atherton Gap
This is a story that should have been told long ago. The images have languished on my hard drive, with one particular one escaping and doing the rounds of various media. It's now Pinkbike POD so this is the story of the gap, the 'talent' - two young pinners from the UK race scene - and how I got the photo in the bag.
This is a story that should have been told long ago. The images have languished on my hard drive, with one particular one escaping and doing the rounds of various media. It's now Pinkbike POD so this is the story of the gap, the 'talent' - two young pinners from the UK race scene - and how I got the photo in the bag.
Bolehills Pumptrack Pursuit Enduro
I Googled "pump track enduro" and it looks like it could be a world first* for this format. At least on the internet! It's a crazy plan but it might just work. Could it work? If there are enough people** up for it, we'll find out on Thursday in Sheffield.
I Googled "pump track enduro" and it looks like it could be a world first* for this format. At least on the internet! It's a crazy plan but it might just work. Could it work? If there are enough people** up for it, we'll find out on Thursday in Sheffield.
Lapierre release 2009 range details
You've no doubt seem Lapierre bikes under the likes of Nico and Danny Hart. For 2009, the range gets a revamp and are bound to get the bike lust flowing. The DH-920 looks stunning, liberal use of carbon saves weight across the range and the new Froggy adds to the mix.
You've no doubt seem Lapierre bikes under the likes of Nico and Danny Hart. For 2009, the range gets a revamp and are bound to get the bike lust flowing. The DH-920 looks stunning, liberal use of carbon saves weight across the range and the new Froggy adds to the mix.
2008 NPS DH Round 4 - Moelfre
The following press release is just in from the NPS DH crew. Moelfre is a fast open flowing course with plenty to see for spectators. Hopefully the racers know about this one already so if you're not racing, spread the word and let people see what the top level of the sport in the UK is all about.
The following press release is just in from the NPS DH crew. Moelfre is a fast open flowing course with plenty to see for spectators. Hopefully the racers know about this one already so if you're not racing, spread the word and let people see what the top level of the sport in the UK is all about.
DURA-ACE meets Di2 technology
This is a bit of an unusual press release for a downhill site but while the application is not on-topic, I rode the new Dura-Ace back in February and while the bike scared me, the technology is very interesting. Could it find it's way into the MTB arena and do away with cables, like airlines promised 'back in the day'? Electronic gear shifting is now here...
This is a bit of an unusual press release for a downhill site but while the application is not on-topic, I rode the new Dura-Ace back in February and while the bike scared me, the technology is very interesting. Could it find it's way into the MTB arena and do away with cables, like airlines promised 'back in the day'? Electronic gear shifting is now here...
Madison to distribute Monster Energy
Despite seeing the Monster logos on riders, trucks at races and promotional tactics playing strongly in mountain biking, until now we've not been able to buy a can in the UK. With the announcement of Madison as distributors, this should change. They've been taking orders as of today so look out for drinks on shelves any day now.
Despite seeing the Monster logos on riders, trucks at races and promotional tactics playing strongly in mountain biking, until now we've not been able to buy a can in the UK. With the announcement of Madison as distributors, this should change. They've been taking orders as of today so look out for drinks on shelves any day now.
Pearce Cycles National Champs update
With the National Champs just over a week away, Dave Pearce and crew have been working hard as ever. They've hatched a cunning plan to add the vital extra seconds to the legendary Bala track, crossing the bottom road and ending in the perfect race arena...
With the National Champs just over a week away, Dave Pearce and crew have been working hard as ever. They've hatched a cunning plan to add the vital extra seconds to the legendary Bala track, crossing the bottom road and ending in the perfect race arena...
Tacos chainring guard from e13
The e13 LG-1 is pretty much the definitive light weight chain guide on the DH circuit right now. It's much lighter than the old SRS but lacked any bash guard. Taco's are now available to beef them up.
The e13 LG-1 is pretty much the definitive light weight chain guide on the DH circuit right now. It's much lighter than the old SRS but lacked any bash guard. Taco's are now available to beef them up.
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