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Transition Bike's Covert Review

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:09:00 PST

The Covert from Transition Bikes is their answer to the All Mountain rider's demands for a bike that can ride the whole mountain - the ups, the across and the downs. At 6 inches, it falls into suit with a lot of other All Mountain bikes, well how does it work on my local mountains and where I ride? We've had the Covert for 4 months of trail time and it's been all over British Columbia now and even in it's own back yard of northern Washington.

Read on to see how it fared,

On the trail with Mike Hopkins

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:05:00 PST

Source: David Peacock

Bike movies have always been, to me at least, motivation to achieve something greater each time I grace (or in my case disgrace) the saddle of a bicycle. Films provided not only an outlet for my allowance growing up, but also a visual stimulus that incurred a strong desire to ride. The lines ridden in the aforementioned movies were always fascinating and kept me riveted to the screen, especially during the annual season of bike withdrawal known as winter.

SixPack Driver 780 Flat Bars

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:03:00 PST

Is everyone going flat these days? The debate still continues over on the forums, tracks, uplifts and in the ring. First it was Chromag, then Kore, Element, Reverse, Sunline and now SixPack has stepped into the ring. No doubt more contenders will follow in 2010.

If you are running triple clamps and minimum spacers under your stem and crown, then follow me.

Stund - Episode 3 - Watch NOW!

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 22:14:00 PST

Stund 2 - Episode 3 ready to check out!

Episode 3! USA. After crossing the border we headed south to the Seattle Area where I had been filming before with my Rockstar teammate Luke Strobel and "Barred for Life". It's amazing how many mosquitoes get caked to your bike after driving for 10 hours. But we made it down in one piece... Well, almost. We lost Mike's brand new Transition off the roof rack at night on the highway. The bike took it well though and everything was good... It was the car behind us that got the best of it. Tuff bikes the Transition boys make but not that tuff. The scene here is super laid back, people come hang, ride, and feast on fresh salmon at the bottom of the trails.

Click to watch!

DUNBAR is going ONLINE!

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:03:00 PST

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

Cam McCaul Bike Check - Trek Ticket

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:09:00 PST

Cam McCaul is one of the most premier riders of our sport today. He can kill it on the track, rip up the dirt jumps, and keep you laughing till you want to cry, while still busting out some of the most unique lines, and tricks. Recently on my trip to Aptos California I got a chance to check out Cam's new bike, however Cam didn't have too much spare time so I got him to do his bike check while he was riding to cut down on filming time.

Click here for the Cam McCaul bike check...

Big Mountain Bike Adventures - Alpenrock DH

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:07:00 PST

The dramatic loss in elevation from the rocky peaks to the wide-open valley floors is part of what makes Switzerland a mountain biker’s paradise. With Mont Blanc in the distance, and a meadow of purple and pink flowers all around, I took grasp of my handlebars, took grip of my pedals, and dropped in on the perfectly winding singletrack that would drop me over 4,600 feet in a single run.

Big Mountain Bike Adventures had brought me to my own personal paradise.

Straitline Components is calling in on all favours!

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:01:00 PST

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!

Mike Hermanovsky - Interview

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:13:00 PST

You may know him or remember him as the guy that wrote the "What makes the Photo Of the Day different from other pictures?"and "The Greatest sport in the world!"blogs. Riders in the province of Ontario, Canada may see him as "balls to the wall" or the guy that builds awesome bicycle trails non-stop and then f'en sends'er. I see him as "Fartigus Maximus" and a huge motivational, inspiration to a lot of people that know him. Point being he is a legit rider that you may want to find out more about...

Read on for more, pics and video inside!

Tyler McCaul signs with X-Fusion for 2010

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:10:00 PST

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,

Fox Launch Pro Knee Guards - Contest Winners!

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:09:00 PST

Congrats to all the beaten and bruised knees out there! Having looked through dozens of cut up legs for our winners, all I can say is that your poor knees need to be better taken care of folks!

Thanks for all the submissions, winners inside,

*Caution! Graphic Content Inside!*

The C Files: Calgary Cycle Custom Builds- Santa Cruz Blur LTC

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:06:00 PST

Back in May, Calgary Cycle was one of 5 Santa Cruz dealers in the world to receive the newly re-designed and fully re-dialed 2010 Santa Cruz Blur LT Carbon. This frame, Santa Cruz claims is the strongest frame they’ve ever built with the stiffest chassis they’ve ever built- bar none. The frame and shock come in weighing 1 pound lighter than the previous version (5.6 lbs. to be exact) and the Blur boasts 140mm of travel to boot along with VPP2 suspension. “This bike isn’t some long travel lightweight XC experiment. Think of the Blur LTc as a hairy chested all-mountain ass kicker. In a hockey mask. Holding a chainsaw.” Enough said.

Calgary Cycle was stoked to have one on the shelves… which didn’t last long!

Read on to find out about the lucky rider who laid eyes on it first and built up the ultimate mountain rippin’ machine.

Week 16 of 52 weeks

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:05:00 PST

I'm attempting to compete in the Mega Avalanche in 2010 - It's a journey of 52 weeks till I actually get there and it's gonna be tough! Read on to hear more about my week of riding Hardtails, filming for Geax and BMX racing!

Inside are the pics, video diary and loads of letters from the alphabet, which form words that will tell you about week 16 in my mission to Mega Avalanche in 2010.

Dobermann UK

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:03:00 PST

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

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:09:00 PST

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.

Roval Traverse EL Wheelset - Preview

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:07:00 PST

Fresh out of the box, and just in time for about five months of rain, is the great looking Roval Traverse EL wheelset from the boys at Specialized. Boasting some impressive numbers, these wheels will see a lot of miles throughout our gray winter season - a perfect testing environment if I do say so myself! For now we'll have a closer look at the Traverse EL's and find out what makes them go around.

Read on...

Only a few more days until the 2009 SF Bike Expo

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:05:00 PST

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

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:05:00 PST

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!

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:05:00 PST

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

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 11:24:00 PST

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,