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Cycling BC Awards Night Results

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Nov 30, 2009 - by Tyler Maine

Last weekend was the annual Cycling BC awards and we at Pinkbike.com are happy to say that our riders took home some awards. 2009 National Junior Expert Champion, Kyle Marshall took home the award for BC Male Downhill Cyclist of the Year, while our newest rider for 2010, Miranda Miller was recognized as BC's Female Downhill Cyclist of the Year. We are pumped for both athletes as they continue their training efforts this winter and look forward to a successful 2010 race season.

Full awards results inside,

MADE North American premiere

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Nov 30, 2009 - by Dunbar Cycles

DUNBAR CYCLES is hosting the North American premiere of MADE. We are giving away a ton of free swag, free drinks, and another EVIL FACTION COMPLETE!

Dunbar Cycles is proud to be hosting the North American Premiere of Callum Swift's newest movie, MADE on December 9th in Vancouver B.C.

Details inside,

RCMP shut down controversial bike rescue business

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Nov 28, 2009 - by Tyler Maine

Source: CTV News

Mounties have emptied a warehouse of bicycles belonging to a controversial cycle rescue program that claims to buy back stolen merchandise from thieves in New Westminster, B.C. Members of the North Vancouver RCMP's Property Crime Section removed 153 bikes - many of them high end - from the suburban facility November 14.

More details inside,

Mega Dust 5 Out Now!

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Nov 27, 2009 - by Simon Paton

This is going to be on Jumbles Christmas list, will it be on yours?

If you entered any of the Avalanche Trophy series in 2009 or are thinking of entering any of the rounds in 2010 then this should be on top of your wish list.

Mega Dust 5 is actually two DVD's so there is over 140 minutes of insane action from Avalanche Maxi, Avalanche Cup, Avalanche Enduro to the legendary Megavalanche and more!

Pipeline Indoor 4X Schedule - Abbotsford

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Nov 27, 2009 - by Tyler Maine

Source: Gary Harder

We're already two rounds into the Pipeline 09 / 10 Indoor 4X series and the action is tight! The first round saw 86 riders come out and this past Tuesday we broke 100 riders for the racing night!

The next race dates are as follows: Dec. 1st, Jan. 19th, Jan. 26th, Feb.2nd and then Finals on Feb. 9th.

There's a great vibe going round with a lot of fun to put it mildly, winter at Abbotsford Indoor. Results, standings and schedule inside!

Transition Bottlerocket Sale!

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Nov 27, 2009 - by Calgary Cycle

Hey remember the days when could buy a Transition Bottlerocket for $1199.99?

Well, folks those days are upon us. You can get your hands on a brand spankin' new Bottlerocket frame for $1199.99. The frame comes equipped with the Fox DHX Air 5.0 shock and is available in baby blue & raw in size small only. You can also be the lucky owner of the Pabst edition Bottlerocket for an extra $75. Transition describes the bike best as "the original slopestyle bike that set the standard for a new generation of bikes. Knowing not everyone has access to a slopestyle park we designed the BottleRocket to be one of the best do it all short travel freeride bikes around. Our customers use their BottleRockets for almost every type of riding and who can blame them. The bike is just as at home in the air doing tricks as it is railing singletrack or shredding Whistler trails." More details inside,

2010 Race for Tara Dates

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Nov 26, 2009 - by Tyler Maine

Source: Race for Tara

Tara Llanes of the Race for Tara and Andy Buckley the Director of Northstar Mountain are proud to announce October 2-3, 2010 as the official date of the Race for Tara 4. Once again the race will be held at the beautiful Northstar Resort at Tahoe in Tahoe, California.

Details inside,

Oregon's Indoor Bike Park!

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Nov 26, 2009 - by Nick Braun

Gravity Labs is an indoor bike park and training facility currently being developed in Bend, Oregon by Nick Braun and Ryler Sturm. The pair have created a reputation in the cycling community for the construction of the area's only freeride specific trails and features and their involvement in the progression of the local freeride mountain biking scene.

Gravity Labs is being designed to take progression to the next level.

e*thirteen Releases The Red Rocket Colorways Product

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Nov 25, 2009 - by Tyler Maine

Source: e*thirteen

e*thirteen is proud to announce the fourth edition of the Limited Colorways — the first featuring the new Plus series systems! Limited Colorways product was first introduced in 2006 and has been an on-running program dedicated to helping riders pimp out their most treasured possessions—their bicycles.

Details inside,

Pure Cycle is Canada's Newest Ibis Dealer!

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Nov 25, 2009 - by Erik Larson

Pure Cycle is the newest member of the Ibis family and we're happy to be able to offer one of the best all mountain bikes around at a stellar price in coordination with our 23 days of Christmas Sale (going on December 1st thru December 23rd). For those 23 days we'll be giving you the opportunity to get your hands on one of the most popular & award winning pedaling machines out there! In case you've been living under a rock for the last few years and haven't heard of the Mojo here's the lowdown: full carbon frame with 5.5" (140mm) of plush rear wheel travel, featuring the D.W. link and coming in under 6 lbs. Paired with the lightweight-bombproof Shimano XT kit, you're looking at a bike that can perform flawlessly going up or shredding down- and it weighs only (+/-)26.5 lbs.

Full package regular price runs $5199.99 CAD +tax, but for 23 days only, you can get into one for $3999.99 +tax. Please note that this is a Canada wide promotion only!

DUNBAR is going ONLINE!

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Nov 20, 2009 - by Dunbar Cycles

DUNBAR is giving away a bike on their NEW ONLINE STORE!

We are so stoked to be going online, we’re gonna give away a bike! At DUNBAR we don’t do things half ass, so we are not giving away a crappy bike that we couldn’t sell last year, we are giving away one of the sickest dirt jump bikes on the planet, a custom built Evil Faction! Make a purchase online, and you will be automatically entered. We will be giving the bike away just before Christmas. Think, you could be on a shiny new ride for Christmas and get some sweet gear at amazing prices!

Winner will be announced December 15th, 2009

Straitline Components is calling in on all favours!

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Nov 20, 2009 - by Greg parish

Freeride BC in North Saanich simply needs you fingers for one minute!

This is a bike community correct? Well I am here to tug at your heart strings and ask for your help and launch a modern bike park North Saanich BC. We have been working for years on a local project with the community to develop a world class training center- www.freeridebc.blogspot.com and www.freeridebc.com

Now we simply need you to vote online!

Tyler McCaul signs with X-Fusion for 2010

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Nov 19, 2009 - by Tyler Maine

Source: X-Fusion

X-Fusion is proud to announce the signing of Tyler McCaul to our 2010 roster. Tyler continues to build his name in mountain biking excelling in Slopestyle and DJ contests, but still has the ability to race gravity events at the elite level. We at X-Fusion feel that he is a great ambassador for our brand and will be of value helping with R&D and product development.

More details inside,

Dobermann UK

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Nov 19, 2009 - by Alain Lavoie

We are happy to announce that Dobermann bikes will soon be available in the UK through Balfa UK. Balfa UK will keep all Dobermann products in stock and will take care of consumer service for the United Kingdom. This is good news for all the riders in the United Kingdom as they will now have access to our products and services without having to deal with international shipping and customs fees.

More details inside,

Sam Dueck Joins the 2010 Norco Factory Team

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Nov 18, 2009 - by Tyler Maine

Source: Norco Bikes

Norco Bikes is proud to announce the addition of Slopestyle rider Sam Dueck to the 2010 Norco Factory Team. Sam has come off a great season boasting fantastic results such as 5th at Crankworx Colorado and 2nd at Goat Style in Creston BC. For the 2010 competition season Sam will continue to compete at an elite level in premiere events on a 2010 Norco 4Hun and an Empire SE.

Only a few more days until the 2009 SF Bike Expo

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Nov 18, 2009 - by Luc 'Acadian' Albert

News Source: RideSFO

Just a quick reminder that this upcoming weekend is the 2009 SF Bike Expo at the Cow Palace in Daily City. Here are a few updates.

Downhill scene in Cyprus

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Nov 18, 2009 - by Tyler Maine

Source: Marios Spyrou

Downhill...a sport that has been growing large over the last few decades and every year bikes and tracks are becoming better and wilder. In some countries though, this extreme sport is underdeveloped. One of these countries is my country, Cyprus. A small and beautiful island situated in the Mediterranean sea. An island, which most of the year, has something which many people would like to have, especial during winter months, the sun.

More about Cyprus inside,

CR1 Engineering Discount for Pinkbike readers!

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Nov 18, 2009 - by Tyler Maine

Source: CR1 Engineering

CR1 Engineering will be offering a 25% discount for the holidays to all members of Pinkbike.com . CR1 offers professional level suspension services for everyone; from the professional racer to the weekend warrior.

Peninsula Indoor 4X Round 1 - Results

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Nov 17, 2009 - by Mike Estes

Source: Jason Gibbs

Sternberg edges Mazuti in pro final!

Lars Sternberg showed the way in round 1, not without a fight from BMX-Pro Daniel Mazuti. With round one in the books, it looks like the 2009/2010 Indoor 4x series at Peninsula Indoor in Port Orchard, WA is going to be a barn burner of a series. With entries from WA, OR and Canada, the vibe was amazing as the day got rolling with a Transition Bikes demo. Mike Metzger & factory race team manager Lars Sternberg helped people test out their line of hard tail and short travel bikes. Full story inside,

Transition Bikes Grassroots Now Open!

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Nov 17, 2009 - by Transition BikeCo

Transition Bikes now looking for grassroots riders for 2010!

Transition has now separated its sponsorship programs between race and freeride. We are dedicated to our riders, and want to provide the best support possible to our representatives. Isolating these two disciplines is a progression in the commitment we have to our riders.

2009 Moab Ho-Down Mountain Bike Festival

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Nov 17, 2009 - by Tracy Reed

The Moab Ho-Down is a 3 day mountain bike festival in Moab, Utah that happens in October each year. October 30, 31 and November 1, 2009 was the 4th Annual Moab Ho-Down.

The 2009 Moab Ho-Down Mountain Bike Festival was once again a huge success and good fun had by all! The races were injury free, dirt jump jam saw a bigger turnout of riders with a 100 plus crowd to show off their bag of tricks to, the townie tour had over 80 people cruizin’ and the movie had a close to packed house. Oh yeah…and the party…350 people shakin’ their booties to DJ Slacker Zach’s tunes in some crazy costumes. If you missed it then start planning for next October ‘cuz we’re doin’ it again!

Side Flight Champs Changes!

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Nov 17, 2009 - by Tyler Maine

Source: X-Fusion

Due to the fact that the Side Flight Champs has had an explosion of hype and exposure we were forced to take it to the next level. We no longer will be holding it at the Pine Valley Jumps, but now we will have custom jumps built for us at San Diego Offroad Park. These guys are giving us control of their tractors and telling us to make it as nasty and massive as we want! Kyle Strait, Cody Warren and Griz will begin construction this week. We now also can provide all you spectators with food and drinks. Don’t worry about having to drive because there is camping on location for only $10 a vehicle.

More details inside,

Knolly Grass Roots Sponsorships

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Nov 16, 2009 - by Tyler Maine

Source: Knolly Bikes

Knolly Bikes is now accepting applications from riders who are interested in competing on Knolly Bikes during the 2010 Season. The Knolly Grass-Roots Sponsorship Program is open to qualified individual athletes and teams that are based anywhere in the US and Canada. For riders and teams based in BC and Alberta you must apply for Grass-Roots Sponsorship through your local Knolly Dealer.

Whistler Q & A with Anthill Films

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Nov 14, 2009 - by Ian Dunn

A few weeks ago the Anthill crew was shooting with Thomas Vanderham and Brendan Fairclough in the Whistler Mountain Bike Park. This wasn't exactly your typical pairing of riders, but it worked perfectly with what the new film "Follow Me" is all about.

After the shoot, Anthill Filmmaker Jonathan Schramm reflected on some of the thinking that went into the making of this segment.

Alpine Bikes Winter Series - Innerleithen

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Nov 13, 2009 - by Alasdair MacLennan

Now that the season’s over, it’s time to chill out and take a break from racing for a few months whilst trying to fit some training in to come back better and faster next year.

And what better way to see how all that training has paid off (or how much that Christmas stuffing has slowed you down) than a friendly winter series?

Barred for Life - Courtenay BC

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Nov 13, 2009 - by Tyler Maine

Source: Trail Bicycles

Tonight, 2 shows only in Courtenay BC, stomping grounds to Kyle Hansen and Bjorn Aunet, come out and see Barred for Life! Pinkbike will be there with some swag and Kyle himself will be at the 9 PM showing.

Details inside,

Calgary Cycle Online 'Log in and Win' Winners!

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Nov 12, 2009 - by Calgary Cycle

Things have been rolling along nicely here at calgarycycleonline, we had a busy summer and hooked tons of good folks up with great deals on all sorts of parts and goodies. Back in June we also held a contest where new members of Calgary Cycle Online were entered to win a Troy Lee Designs watch, Chromag bar and stem combo or The Tipping Point DVD along with a set of Dakine gloves.

We had a great response and came out with three lucky winners!

New World Disorder 10 Dust and Bones hits iTunes - Get it now!

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Nov 11, 2009 - by Jordan Holmes

After an incredible kick off to NWD 10 the film is finally available to the download generation. If DVD is not your thing and you just have to have it, Dust and Bones is now available on iTunes at the following links.

Details inside,

AT's Showdown at the Cow Palace

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Nov 11, 2009 - by Tyler Maine

Source: Long Nguyen

The SF Bike Expo Crew is pleased to announce the addition of AT’s Showdown at the Cow Palace, a mountain bike dirt jump competition. Powered by Adidas and designed by Gravity Pro Andrew Taylor, it will begin with a launch off a Sea Container through the trees into some massive jumps. The competition will feature some of the top pros including Andrew Taylor, Greg Watts. Cameron McCaul, Tyler MCCaul, Paul Basagoitia, Mike Montgomery and more riders to be announced. The SF Bike Expo is taking shape.

Don’t miss the greatest eye candy and action on two wheels!

Greg Minnaar Recovering After Enduro MX Crash

Nov 10, 2009 - by Tyler Maine

Source: 23 Degrees Sports

South Africa's Greg Minnaar (Santa Cruz Syndicate) is recovering in hospital after a crash at the weekend saw him break his collarbone, and have surgery on his left leg for the treatment of blood clots that had formed after the accident. The medical term for this injury to his leg is 'compartment syndrome'.

Details inside,

Win a Marin Alcatraz Dirt Jump Bike @ the SF Bike Expo

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Nov 10, 2009 - by Luc 'Acadian' Albert

News Source: RideSFO

Just a quick reminder that next Saturday, November 21st, is 2009 SF Bike Expo at the Cow Palace in Daily City. Attend the show and get a chance to win may great prizes - including a Marin DJ bike.

Haro Bicycles Signs Greg Watts

Nov 9, 2009 - by Tyler Maine

Source: Haro Bicycles

Haro Bicycles is pleased to announce that we have signed 2009 Whistler Crankworx slopestyle champion, Greg Watts. Boasting a bag of tricks few other riders can match, Greg has made numerous podium appearances at premier slopestyle and freeride events all over the world. He has also produced several video segments in high-profile films such as New World Disorder and Barred for Life.

2009 X-Fusion Side Flight Championships

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Nov 9, 2009 - by Tyler Maine

Source: X-Fusion

X-Fusion is proud to announce the first ever Side Flight Championships. This contest is unique as it brings together riders from both the racing and freeriding side of our industry. No tricks required to win this contest, just the biggest, nastiest whips they can throw for our enjoyment and our cameras. The contest will be jam format to keep the natural vibe of this local jump spot while riders will be competing for $1000.00 cash and the Side Flight Champ Whip Trophy.

More details inside,

2010 Irish DH Winter League Dates

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Nov 8, 2009 - by Rory Wat.

The 2010 DH Winter League dates have been announced, and this year looks like it's gonna be unreal. 4 Rounds across 2 provinces, and this year the races will probably be 2 day events (though, like usual at Winter League races, no uplifts).

Details inside,

Stund 2 - Episode 1 Available Tomorrow!

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Nov 7, 2009 - by Karl Burkat

Here we go!

STUND Season 2 - Episode 1 is launching tomorrow on Pinkbike. We are finally ready to go and things look great. I assure you episode 1 is just a taste of what is to come as this show ramps up all the way to the end! Look out this Sunday for the premier of Season 2. From there we will be releasing 1 episode a week every Sunday.

More details inside,

Washington State Indoor 4X Racer Callout!

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Nov 7, 2009 - by Mike Estes

2009/2010 Peninsula Indoor 4x season ready to kick off Nov 14!

We’re only one week away from the opening round of the 1st indoor 4x winter series in Washington State and from the buzz it looks to be a good turnout. Before each race, there will be a different bike company doing bike demos for riders to try out their favorite hard tail or short travel bikes. At the first race on November 14th, Transition Bikes will be in the house from 10:30 to 2:30 doing a bike demo with their Bank, Double, & TOP bikes, barbecuing hot dogs and cranking the music. Transition’s Dirt Jumping/Freeride mad man Mike Metzger will be there along with Lars Stenberg to answer any questions about the bikes. If this demo is anything like their recent demo at the Colonnade bike park in Seattle you won’t want to miss it.

Race details inside,

2010 Champions Wanted!

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Nov 7, 2009 - by Tyler Maine

Source: Fox Racing Shox

FOX is a racing company and supports race events on a technical and grassroots level across the US and globe. If you have a team or are a rider that has what it takes, FOX wants to help with your success by sponsoring you with the best performing suspension on the market.

Details inside,

MEC Bikes

Nov 5, 2009 - by Tyler Maine

Source: MEC

Outdoor retailer brings MEC bikes to co-op members - MEC bikes defined by ‘quality, value and performance’

Vancouver – Mountain Equipment Co-op (MEC) today unveiled its inaugural line of bicycles, online at www.mec.ca/bikes. The move reflects the co-op’s ongoing efforts to respond to its members’ needs and signals another step by the outdoor retailer to encourage Canadians to make cycling an integral part of their lives.

More inside,

Sombrio Warehouse Sale! Starts Tomorrow!

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Nov 5, 2009 - by Tyler Maine

Source: Sombrio

Looking for new riding gear and live in the Greater Vancouver area, come see us?

The second weekend of November (6th to 8th) - Sombrio is hosting our on premise 2009 Sample / Warehouse Sale and are inviting ALL Y’ALL over to indulge in huge savings on guy’s and girl’s Apparel, Outerwear and Streetwear. Whether it’s doing some early Holiday shopping, getting set for winter riding season, or perusing some wild fashions - Sombrio is the place to take advantage of some rare deals on samples and one off prototypes as well as a great selection of production items in ALL sizes.

Race Face in MEC details - Actual SKUs!

Nov 4, 2009 - by Tyler Maine

Race Face has just sent us the actual SKU's that you will see in MEC stores across Canada. This is in response to all the feedback from riders wanting to know what exactly they will be selling in MEC stores.

Hard Goods
- Ride, Evolve, Respond
- Turbine and Race Chainrings
- Grips

Armour- Rally FR, Zero, Dig and DIY womens (all in grey only)

Clothing-Men’s: Atlas jersey, Canuck jersey (short sleeved only), V02 shorts, Buzz shorts, Atlas gloves, Evolve Gloves
Women’s: Blossom jersey, Shoots jersey, DIY short, 3 over 4 pant, DIY glove

Troy Brosnan joins Sam Hill and Brendan Fairclough.

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Nov 3, 2009 - by Simon Paton

Troy Brosnan Joins The Monster Energy-Specialized Freight Train For 2010!

Wildomar, Calif. (Nov 4, 2009) - Charging out of Adelaide, South Australia and joining the already powerful Monster Energy-Specialized gravity program is 16-year-old Troy Brosnan. Brosnan has been blazing tracks all over Australia and opened some eyes at this year’s Crankworx Festival where he left his tracks all over Whistler, B.C. Brosnan not only possesses the skills and speed it takes to be a top gravity athlete, but he’s already quite media savvy. Sam Hill has also vouched for Troy which says a lot in itself, saying: “ Troy is the real deal.”

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Cycling BC Awards Night Results

Nov 30, 2009 - by Tyler Maine

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MADE North American premiere

Nov 30, 2009 - by Dunbar Cycles

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RCMP shut down controversial bike rescue business

Nov 28, 2009 - by Tyler Maine

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Mega Dust 5 Out Now!

Nov 27, 2009 - by Simon Paton

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Pipeline Indoor 4X Schedule - Abbotsford

Nov 27, 2009 - by Tyler Maine

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Transition Bottlerocket Sale!

Nov 27, 2009 - by Calgary Cycle

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2010 Race for Tara Dates

Nov 26, 2009 - by Tyler Maine

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Oregon's Indoor Bike Park!

Nov 26, 2009 - by Nick Braun

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e*thirteen Releases The Red Rocket Colorways Product

Nov 25, 2009 - by Tyler Maine

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Pure Cycle is Canada's Newest Ibis Dealer!

Nov 25, 2009 - by Erik Larson

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DUNBAR is going ONLINE!

Nov 20, 2009 - by Dunbar Cycles

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Straitline Components is calling in on all favours!

Nov 20, 2009 - by Greg parish

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Tyler McCaul signs with X-Fusion for 2010

Nov 19, 2009 - by Tyler Maine

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Dobermann UK

Nov 19, 2009 - by Alain Lavoie

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Sam Dueck Joins the 2010 Norco Factory Team

Nov 18, 2009 - by Tyler Maine

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Only a few more days until the 2009 SF Bike Expo

Nov 18, 2009 - by Luc 'Acadian' Albert

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Downhill scene in Cyprus

Nov 18, 2009 - by Tyler Maine

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CR1 Engineering Discount for Pinkbike readers!

Nov 18, 2009 - by Tyler Maine

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Peninsula Indoor 4X Round 1 - Results

Nov 17, 2009 - by Mike Estes

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Transition Bikes Grassroots Now Open!

Nov 17, 2009 - by Transition BikeCo

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2009 Moab Ho-Down Mountain Bike Festival

Nov 17, 2009 - by Tracy Reed

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Side Flight Champs Changes!

Nov 17, 2009 - by Tyler Maine

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Knolly Grass Roots Sponsorships

Nov 16, 2009 - by Tyler Maine

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Whistler Q & A with Anthill Films

Nov 14, 2009 - by Ian Dunn

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Alpine Bikes Winter Series - Innerleithen

Nov 13, 2009 - by Alasdair MacLennan

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Barred for Life - Courtenay BC