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Giant’s World Cup contenders look to build on successful 2008 seasons

Published Jan 29, 2009 at 3:10
News Source: Andrew Juskaitis
Giant is pleased to announce the return of international cross-country stars Adam Craig and Oli Beckingsale to its Global Mountain Bike Team. Both aim to follow stellar 2008 seasons, which included appearances at the Beijing Olympics, with more breakthrough results in mountain biking’s most important events. Joining Craig and Beckingsale, from the United States and Great Britain respectively, on Giant’s Global team is veteran Australian downhill racer Jared Rando.
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Former Planet Bike Employees launch Portland Design Works

Published Jan 20, 2009 at 10:02
Industry veterans Erik Olson and Dan Powell have launched Portland Design Works (PDW), a new brand of urban bicycle accessories with a focus on simple, beautiful design. The first two categories of product, grips and inflation, will begin shipping in mid-February and can be viewed on the new PDW website, www.ridepdw.com. Cargo racks, tools, mini-pumps and fenders will be available by late spring.
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XPREZO / Impact Designs / NOVATEC Racing Team

Published Jan 19, 2009 at 8:02
News Source: Jean-Philippe Simard
It is with great pleasure that we announce today the creation of a new DH race team in Canada. The XPREZO / Impact Designs / NOVATEC Racing Team originated from the mind of Patrick Bisson (Team Manager) and Jean-Philippe Simard (Team Manager & Team Mechanic). The main reason behind this project was to help some of Quebec best DH athletes to develop themselves in order to achieve their goals and participate/perform at 2010 UCI World Championships that will be held here in Mont-Ste-Anne, where all eyes will be turned towards Canadian & mainly Quebec own athletes.
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Nathan Rennie and Mitch Delfs riding Morewood

Published Jan 6, 2009 at 3:31
News Source: Gravity Group
Gravity Group is pleased to announce their partnership with Morewood Bikes as bicycle supplier and co-title sponsor along with Kenda Tires for their World Cup Team. TEAM KENDA MOREWOOD will be represented by two of the most famous names in downhill racing: Nathan Rennie (AUS) and Mitchell Delfs (AUS).
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Reach and stack based sizing for mountain bikes

Published Dec 18, 2008 at 2:39
News Source: Transition Bikes
In a joint effort between Turner and Transition bikes, a new standard for mountain bike frame sizing has been introduced. This new standard is based around reach and stack measurements, and is intended to clarify bike fit across bike models and brands.
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Sam Hill to race on SRAM, RockShox, Avid & Truvativ components

Published Dec 15, 2008 at 12:59
News Source: Eric Schutt
After much anticipation, the dynamic duo of Sam Hill and Brendan Fairclough recently announced their new ride with Specialized. While this will be a new frame partner, the two time World Cup DH Champion Sam Hill chose to remain on SRAM. Both Hill and Fairclough will compete on SRAM drivetrain, RockShox suspension forks and rear shocks and Avid brakes. New starting in 2009, the team will also ride Truvativ cranksets. The agreement is for the next three years
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2010 BoXXer – the rebirth of a champion

Published Nov 7, 2008 at 12:39
If you look at all the suspension forks to ever set a wheel on World Cup DH courses, the RockShox BoXXer has, without any doubt, the most WC wins under its belt. The BoXXer likes to go fast, the BoXXer likes to win races and this is not about to change. The BoXXer was introduced in 1997 and for the first time in its history, the BoXXer has been redesigned top to bottom. The old champ has gotten fresh new legs.
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Race for Tara 2 at Sand Hill Ranch Bike Park

Published Oct 22, 2008 at 3:18
On November 8th Sand Hill Ranch Bike Park will be hosting the second annual benefit race for Tara called appropriately enough the “Race for Tara 2”. Sand Hill is currently trying to gather volunteers to perform maintenance of the track before this event. They need some help fixing up the berms, jumps and mowing down the weeds. Park maintenance days will be October 18/19 and 25/26.
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Movie Review: TIA - This Is Australia

Published Oct 16, 2008 at 2:39
Australia is home to some of the best DH riders on the WC circuit today. There are also a slew of new and upcoming rippers that are making a name for themselves on the Australian racing scene. TIA (not to be confused with TNA ;o) is a new video/documentary to come out of the land down under which give you an apercu of what it’s like to chase your dreams of becoming the fastest racer in Australia.
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Suzuki 24 Hours of Moab: The Galactic Championships

Published Oct 3, 2008 at 11:54
News Source: Granny Gear
The 2008 mountain bike endurance season reaches its climax October 11-12 with the final of the Suzuki 24 Hour National Point Series, the Galactic Championships, held at the legendary venue of Moab, Utah. Race organizer Laird Knight found this title fitting partly because of the frequent UFO sightings at Behind the Rocks near Moab; the massive turnout for the event; the fact that the event is longer established and the field stronger than any other 24-hour mountain bike race this year - including those that call themselves world championships; and because it has drawn the strongest riders on the 24 Hour circuit.
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Diablo Freeride Park To Host Domination Series Finals

Published Sep 30, 2008 at 12:44
News Source: Shawn Orecchio
On October 5th, Diablo Freeride Park will play host to the final round of the 2008 Domination Race Series. Offering over $50,000 in cash and prizes, the 5-event Domination Series has been a racing haven for top east coast competitors.
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Thomas Vanderham is ready to announce his new ride

Published Sep 24, 2008 at 18:13
News Source: Evil
Vanderham, from North Vancouver, British Columbia, is recognized internationally as one of the most influential riders in the world. His trademark riding style has been well documented in cycling’s most notable movies and magazines. Best known for his exploits in the big mountain genre of riding, Thomas has honed his skills in all areas of mountain biking, ranging from World Cup downhills to slopestyle competitions. Along with his riding resume, Thomas brings many years of industry experience in product development, marketing, and design to the Evil team.
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Whiteface fall Classic on September 20

Published Sep 16, 2008 at 9:57
News Source: Downhill Mike
The Whiteface Fall Classic Cross Country Mountain Bike Race, presented by High Peaks Cyclery, hits the trails of Whiteface Mountain on September 20 at noon. The Fall Classic has four divisions broken down by age and gender: beginner, sport, expert and pro. It is a challenging race featuring a lower mountain layout with a climb of 650 feet as well as fast, fun downhill sections.
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Minnaar’s The Main Man

Published Sep 15, 2008 at 13:05
News Source: Eric Schutt
The racing in Schladming marked the final World Cup for 2008. The weekend results determined the overall series Champions.
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Preview: New RockShox BoXXer - Be Faster

Published Sep 5, 2008 at 8:15
News Source: Eric Schutt
It’s lighter, more precise and ultimately faster. Increased confidence and control with decreased weight.
The most successful downhill fork of all time is now all new for the first time in its storied history.
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