The first day of the Interbike 2012 trade show in Las Vegas, and we hit the show floor to seek out the latest bikes, hottest technologies and new offerings. Check back all week. And in the meantime check out the sights from Day One! Continue reading Interbike 2012: Day One – Sights from the Show Floor
Category: Cycling
Interbike 2012: Most Italian Shoe of the Show
Could Vittoria’s new 150th anniversary road shoe look anymore Italian? Probably not without some stereotypes like pizza and a scooter in the photo! It certainly is a head turning, and nearly every piece of this shoe came from the “boot.” We think it says “caio.”
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Interbike 2012: 2XU Intros Teamwear Line
Custom team clothing is quickly becoming a popular choice among team sports. In fact, KineticShift recently had custom cycling jerseys made to wear during the Demo Days at Interbike. At the same show, 2Xu will be introducing its Teamwear line of custom performance garments. Continue reading Interbike 2012: 2XU Intros Teamwear Line
Interbike ODD ‘Hot Lap': Litespeed Sewanee
One of the oldest names in the titanium frame business, Litespeed, is showing off their 650b model frame at the ODD this year. The Sewanee is a full titanium, full suspension frame. Not only is the main triangle titanium, but so is the rear triangle and suspension linkage.
The ride is plush as would be expected with a single pivot frame. The handling is precise and at no time was there a fear of loosing traction. The positioning is a little more upright, and not such a racing position. It certainly wasn’t uncomfortable, just not as an aggressive of a feel as other bikes.
One of the most unique features is Litespeed sells this frame as “multi wheel” model. Run it with 26-inch wheels or 650b, the choice is yours.
Interbike 2012: Broken Bones Isn’t Just For Falls From a Bike
In showbiz there is the saying “break a leg,” instead of “good luck.” We get that, but do wonder about the new bike brand that is launching at Interbike this week. With a name like Broken Bones we’re sure it will turn heads. Let’s just hope that there is no irony for riders. Press release after the jump
Interbike: Kinetik Compression Gear Makes U.S. Debut
This year at Interbike, Paris-based Kinetik Compression Gear will make its U.S. debut, showing its compression garments for cyclists, runners and triathletes. You may have seen Kinetik in the Tour de France. The company is the official compression sponsor of Team Saxo Bank.
Kinetik strikes a balance between comfort and performance with a fabric mix called SupraKomp and XPower technology.
Cannondale Looks to Priority Designs
Isn’t every new design project somewhat of a priority? That likely depends, but for Cannondale its game changing CERV (Continuously Ergonomic Race Vehicle) certainly seems like it could get somewhere in a hurry. It is actually a concept bike from Priority Designs that could take cycling in a new direction.
The key to this radical shift is the fact that the bike features a “dynamically adjustable headset” that can move both vertically and horizontally while riding. During a hill climb the CERV headset could move up and back, to transfer the rider into a more upright position for optimal leverage, while in a descent the headset could move down and forward to provide less drag. Continue reading Cannondale Looks to Priority Designs
Interbike ODD ‘Hot Lap': Santa Cruz Tallboy LTc
Santa Cruz hit it out of the park with the Tallboy 29er, so how does one improve upon a hit? Make it long travel with a slightly slacker head tube.
The Tallboy LTc offers a plush and somewhat predictable ride. The slightly laid back head tube angle puts to rest the twitchiness that can sometimes be felt on other 29ers when pushing it hard. The downside is that it feels slightly sluggish in the turns for those who are used to a true cross country 29er. But it was not made for the weight wienee cross country riders… it is for the all mountain riders wanting a plush ride for all day excursions.
Interbike ODD ‘Hot Lap': Spot Honey Badger
For 2013, Spot Brand introduces a new 29er single speed. This belt drive bike features a ‘passive’ style of rear suspension, more like cushioning to slightly smooth out the trail.
Does it work? Yes it does. While not even close to an active type of suspension, it does smooth out the ride.
Equipped as shown with Gates Carbon CDX, the Honey Badger has an msrp of $2599. Spot has done a nice job with this build… in fact I think that this honey badger might just ‘give a shit’ or at least a good ride!
Interbike ODD ‘Hot Lap': Surly Krampus
The first thing that I noticed about the Surly Krampus was the weight, it has to be over 35-pounds. Once on the trail, the Krampus only felt sluggish while accelerating and launching it off of the jumps on Bootleg Canyon.
Compared to the Moonlander and Pugsley, the 29er wheels of the Krampus makes it an even more fun ‘fat’ bike to hit the trails with… too bad there is no snow in Boulder City!
Headsweats Super Duty Collection Expands
A company on a mission to keep sweat from rolling down your forehead and into your eyes while working out is Headsweats Perspiration Technology Headwear. The company that started out with performance hats and visors is now venturing into beanies, and even keeping you free from sweat – yet still warm – in the winter. The company just released a winter line that includes the Super Duty Headband, Toaster Beanie, Fleece Cycling Cap and Fleece Race Hat. Continue reading Headsweats Super Duty Collection Expands
Interbike ODD ‘Hot Lap': Moots MX Divide 29er
Another beauty out of Steamboat Springs, the Moots MX Divide 29er rides as smooth as it looks!
It easily dives into the turns and accelerates quickly out. The MX Divide feels light and nimble, easily soaking up the rocky trails of Bootleg Canyon.
Compacting Helmet
Back in February we took note of the Agency 360 designed Overade folding helmet, which reportedly went into production. But for those looking for a compact helmet we recently came across the Carrera foldable helmet, which can reduce size by folding up like an accordion.
The helmet has no solid structure going across the front or back so it should provide good air circulation. We were worried that it might not do all it could to protect the head, but it apparently meets the EN 1078 safety certification requirements so that is good enough for us! It should enter production later this year and be ready to unfold when you need it!