The 2015Threshold is ready to go. This new cyclocross bike from Norco is heavily influenced by the B.C. brand’s mountain bike heritage, and features a frame with size-scaled tubing that ensures that that a heavier rider on a larger frame will experience the same ride characteristics as a lighter rider on a smaller frame, while proprietary Gizmo cable routing features plugs that create tight seals at entry and exit points, blocking water and debris from entering the frame and preventing cable rattle.
It features through-axles, disc brakes and offers quick handling on the course.
When Shimano released the STI (Shimano Total Integration) shifters/brake levers for road bikes nearly 20 years ago it was a game changing moment. Why would anyone go back to the old school thumb shifters that Retroshift has created? Well, the answer is that cyclocross – the off-road racing that occurs in the fall and winter – can benefit from having shifters that can stand up to mud and abuse and keep shifting. Retroshift has introduced its new 9- and 10-speed shifters, which are compatible with Shimano style derailleurs.
Cyclocross bikes were developed for cyclocross riding of course. This is the late-fall and winter sport that takes roadies off-road. It isn’t mountain biking, as there aren’t usually single track elements or a lot of overly technical riding. But the bikes still need to be tough, durable and can stand up to the elements – this is winter riding for one thing.
With Labor Day behind us it means that fall is around the corner and road cycling will soon give way to the fall/winter sport of cyclocross. For those who are new to the sport Jeremy Powers, professional cyclocross racer for Team Rapha-Focus, and renowned cyclocross videographer Sam Smith have put everything you need to know on a DVD. 
