Las Vegas Cirque du Cycling, Lap Two - Interbike 2017

Sep 22, 2017 at 2:10
by Richard Cunningham  
Stop-A-Flat
Stop-A-Flat is a closed-cell foam insert designed to replace the air in your tire. Sorry, not available in 29 or 27.5-inch, but it does come in 26. $29.99 USD

Reno Nevada
"What is this? An Interbike for ants? How can we be expected to sell bicycles to retailers in Reno if they can't even fit inside the building?" - Derek Zoolander, product manager


What's Up at Ergon

Ergon answered the call from riders with large hands who wanted thicker grips. The GA3 is a 33 mm diameter version of the popular 32 mm GA2. MSRP 29.99 USD.
Ergon answered the call from riders with large hands who wanted thicker grips. The GA2 Fat is a 33 mm diameter version of the popular 30 mm GA2. MSRP: $29.99 USD.

Ergon s SMD2 saddle is specifically made for downhill and gravity with madding along the sides for control and a high-traction flare.
Ergon's SMD2 saddle is specifically made for downhill and gravity, with padding along the sides for control and a high-traction flare.
The rear of the SMD2 is thinned and the rail-interface is widened to clear the tire at full compression.
The rear of the SMD2 is thinned and the rail-interface is widened to clear the tire at full compression.


Famous Faces

Wade Simmons Turns 44. Happy birthday Legend.
Wade Simmons turns 44. Happy birthday, ya Freeride legend!

John Howard 152.2 miles per hour 245 km h
John Howard set the world cycling speed record in 1985 at 152.2 miles per hour (245 km/h).
Mike Ferrentino
Mike Ferrentino, the most interesting man at Interbike 2017.

Chris Sugai Niner
Chris Sugai, Niner CEO and driving force of the pioneer 29er movement.


KMC s X12 12-speed chain works with SRAM and Shimano and its quick-release master link is reusable and omnidirectional.
KMC's X12 12-speed chain works with SRAM and Shimano, and its quick-release master link is reusable and bidirectional.


What's Up at Industry Nine

industry nine
industry nine
Industry Nine's new Back Country 360 Carbon rim has a 36mm inner width. It was a response to the popularity of their Back Country aluminum rim of the same dimensions. The width plays well with larger volume tires in the 2.6 to 2.8-inch range.

Industry Nine s Matchstix multitool fits inside their thread-in through-axle. The push-fit handle is secured by an 0-ring.
Industry Nine's Matchstix multitool fits inside their thread-in through-axle. The push-fit handle is secured by an 0-ring.

The end-plug of the tool carrier fits standard 1 4-inch bits and operates the chain breaker machined into the Matchstix handle.
The end-plug of the tool carrier fits standard 1/4-inch bits and operates the chain breaker machined into the Matchstix handle.

one end of the handle acts as a spoke wrench.
One end of the handle acts as a spoke wrench.
The tool carrier is hidden inside the hollow front axle. It fits five standard bits. You can stash a spare master link in the thin section of the aluminum carrier plug.
The tool carrier is hidden inside the hollow front axle. It fits five bits and a spare master link in the thin section of the aluminum plug.

The end of the tool holder is a valve core remover.
The end of the tool holder is a valve core remover.


Pivot ten year anniversary mach 5.5
Pivot's ten-year anniversary Mach 5.5, under glass at the show entrance.


Landyachtz fillet brazed frame
Landyachtz's beautifully executed fillet-brazed steel frame was raw-finished.
Landyachtz fillet brazed frame
The color is obtained after the steel is carefully heated with a torch.


Park Tool

Think you re tough little guy Park Tool created this monster puller to wrestle even the toughest fork crown races off the steerer tube.
Think you're tough, little guy? Park Tool created this monster puller to wrestle with stubborn fork crown races.

Position three wedges around the bearing race screw them tight crank the T-handle and BOOM No more mister crown race.
Position the wedges around the bearing race, crank the T-handle and BOOM! No more Mister Crown Race.
Park Tool s latest truing stand lets you avoid the hassle of dismounting fat bike tires or any bicycle tire for that matter .
Park Tool's latest truing stand lets you avoid the hassle of dismounting fat bike tires (or any tire, for that matter).


NSR cycle touring tent has room for two people and if you cuddle you can fit your bikes inside too.
NSR cycle touring tent has room for two people and, if you cuddle, you can fit your bikes inside too.
NSR tents pack up into a tiny waterproof bag that is perfectly sized to stash on a rear rack.
NSR tents pack up into a tiny waterproof bag that is perfectly sized to stash on a rear rack.


Silca tools
Silca HX1 Bondhus Allen wrench set: $125 USD.


Floyd Landis
Here's a business card I'll hang onto.


Diamondback Level Link
Diamondback's new carbon Level Link trail bike at a random display (more about that later).


New From Osprey

Osprey s new Trail Kit duffel has shoulder straps as well as a hand carry. Both DH and half-shell helmets can be secured up top. 120 USD.
Osprey's new Trail Kit duffel has shoulder straps as well as a hand carry. Both DH and half-shell helmets can be secured up top. $120 USD.
Bagged zip pockets on each side and on the bottom separate your dirty and abrasive items from the contents in the main compartment.
Bagged zip side and bottom pockets separate your dirty items from those in the main compartment.
The 40 Liter main compartment should hold everything necessary for a weekend cycling adventure.
The 40 Liter main compartment should hold everything necessary for a weekend cycling adventure.


The Flat stopper
The Flat Stopper uses crushed Mica to assist in the puncture-plugging process. Portions are sized to be legal for air travel.


What's Up at Fidlock

Fidlock
Fidlock's magnetic "Twist" technology adapted to the downtube. Twist, and it's off. Put the bottle near the latch and it pops on and locks by itself. Fidlock makes a variety of accessories to fit, including a waterproof pouch to stash tubes, tools and food.

fidlock
Twist bottles have a recess for the female latch. A small removable strap allows the bottle to be replaced if needed.
Fidlock
The Twist latch screws onto standard water bottle fittings. It has no moving parts and is weatherproof.

Fidlock Magnetic Water Bottle Mount

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Fidlock's Twist system is secure enough to allow you to lift the bike with the bottle, and the magnetic release allows the bottle to be easily removed from tight spaces - like beneath reservoir shocks.
Fidlock also makes a carrier with a ratcheting Boa system that can cinch almost any bottle or can to the quick-release base...
Fidlock also makes a carrier with a ratcheting Boa system that can cinch almost any bottle or can to the quick-release base...


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158 Comments
  • 135 3
 My toolbox suddenly feels incomplete without that set of Silca hex wrenches.
  • 12 1
 I was just thinking the same thing #dreamworkshopstuff
  • 14 1
 Just need a Gerstner tool chest to put it in.

www.gerstnerusa.com
  • 8 1
 My pretentious side is suddenly feeling inadequate without the Silca hex wrench set.
  • 22 4
 Im sure they are awesome quality but they look like ebay specials in a posh box
  • 2 0
 @atrokz: You may have just cost me a lot of money....
  • 1 0
 repost...sorry
  • 2 0
 @JamesPBlaw: tell me about it. I'm rocking a full Kennedy setup from my T&D days, wasn't cheap, but it's a beauty to work with.
  • 2 0
 @atrokz: I like kennedy stuff . Not that popular here. nice quality stuff though.
  • 1 1
 @chriskink: very good boxes. Not cheap, but great and lifetime. I've been getting all the older machinists here to promise me their boxes when they retire. Up to 3 full sets so far! haha.
  • 1 0
 @JamesPBlaw: The Second Class is on sale....only $1,676.50. Ouch.
  • 2 0
 @standard22: it is.
  • 3 7
flag rustyhorse (Sep 22, 2017 at 10:16) (Below Threshold)
 Whats with the shitty iPhone photos? No one has a real camera at interbike?
  • 3 2
 My brand new rainbow colored Allen key and torx key set from PBaumann just got downgraded...
  • 4 0
 @chriskink: They probably are ebay specials in a posh box. Somehow, bicycle tools tend to be rather low quality, why would those be different?
  • 2 1
 Well, Bondhus wrenches are high-quality. However, who wants to spend that much and still have to use an adapter to use the Torx?
  • 3 0
 @SJP: Because Silca call this their "Travel Set", so by using a precision made 6mm to 1/4" adaptor it saves room inside the box. Hex keys are very precise, I've got their original set, this is the Centenary set with a different box made from Heartwood of American Walnut.
  • 5 1
 @SJP: Just realized the wrenches are made by Bondhus. So, it's a $20 set in a $100 box? Wink
  • 3 1
 @FuzzyL: Exactly... not sure why everyone has been drooling over these since they came out. I mean its an L handle with a ball end... not very efficient for daily use.
  • 3 1
 that box is ridiculously illogical from a practical side.
  • 2 1
 @FuzzyL: right on same stuff and a dumb box to give one extra step in a repair.
  • 1 1
 looking for a set of excellent Hex wrenches with good handling.
products.wera.de/de/werkzeuge_fuer_die_luftfahrtindustrie_winkelschluessel_winkelschluessel_fuer_innensechskantschrauben_950_spkl_9_sm_n_multicolour.html

best investment I've made into tools for around 30$, probably aside from their also lovely Kraftform Screwdriver (www.youtube.com/watch?v=9tY4zDNlMU4)
  • 2 1
 @atrokz: ha winning......
  • 1 0
 @standard22: the other products they carry are evan more beutiful...
  • 31 2
 What's this 26" size thing?? New standard??
  • 48 3
 The rumor has it, all E-bikes will run 26" wheels as well as 20mm and 135 QR axles as the industry's plot to win over Pinkbike crowd...
  • 1 0
 @WAKIdesigns: Ah good, so we'll get proper wide rims for our 26" wheels.
  • 20 0
 @WAKIdesigns: Oh no, the ebike standard uses 28" wheels, 144/16mm front and 149/13mm rear, these sizes were found to have the best released synergies with electrons providing 0.3% improved chi modal acceleration.
  • 8 1
 26" foam insert ain't dead
  • 3 1
 @PinkyScar: then keep shooting and finish the job.
  • 1 0
 @WAKIdesigns: only until enough e bikes are sold that they can switch it to 27.5 and screw everyone that just bought a 26"
  • 25 0
 "The Twist latch screws onto standard water bottle fittings. " at Trek HQ: hmmm... We should boost this.
  • 21 2
 Stop-A-Flat I think your product development team overslept and missed the last 5 most controversial years in the mtb history.
  • 10 2
 Not really. Most city/hybrid bikes are still sold in 26" wheel size. That's the targeted crowd really. Either those kind of people who wake up at 5 or 6am to go to work and don't want to deal with flats or those who ride a tire once in a while and are fed up to find out they need to inflate their tire to go riding.
  • 3 0
 plus 2.125 is so 1997
  • 3 0
 all the diy poolnoodlefans should buy this and stretch it over their 27.5 wheels -probably much better
  • 3 0
 A lot cheaper than cush core or pro core, I wouldn't mind trying it in 29 as long as it doesn't weigh a ton.
  • 2 0
 I worked in a bike shop 16 years ago and someone came in trying to flog this foam insert for tyres, it rode awfully and taking a tyre on and off was a nightmare. He had another one that was a tyre foam combo that you could roll of the rim cornering too quickly.
  • 3 0
 @hexhamstu: anyone else remember when they used to just make solid rubber tires with no air?
  • 2 0
 @landscapeben: Yeah , Dutch standard around 1944
  • 1 0
 @Beherit: funny, you just never see those anymore! ????
  • 2 0
 @opignonlibre: yeah, finally something compatible with my vintage 2014 trail bike...anyone try these?
  • 15 1
 "KMC's X12 12-speed chain works with SRAM and Shimano, and its quick-release master link is reusable and bidirectional." - what, are they retro-compatible to 11s, or is Shimano about to give birth to 12s?
  • 3 0
 I would be expecting Shimano to drop 12sp in the very near future. I've also heard industry rumours that they are working on something more than 12sp, but that may just be speculation at this point.
  • 4 0
 There will be 12sp XTR next year. Insiders info...
  • 7 0
 @sendinit: XTR 12 speed 10/51 cassette is the rumor...
  • 4 0
 @sendinit: well, Shimano has had a patent for a 14sp for some time now.
  • 10 0
 @sendinit: Did everyone miss the 'Shimano 12spd' article from a few days ago?
  • 1 0
 Kmc is who produces a lot of shimano's chains... So...if they are announcing the x12 (which is the lower end of their multispeed chain modeos... The mid and upper are SL or DLC versions) as shimano compatible... Then its because they know what is slated already for production.
  • 5 1
 factoryjackson.com/2016/04/01/shimano-14-speed-xt-samurai-unveiled
Everyone miss this
  • 3 0
 @favis: yes
  • 1 0
 @motoxxxer26: Thanks for paying attention, I was beginning to think I had just imagined that article. Road bike application at the moment but probably will shift to mtb in the next few years!
  • 18 1
 #26stillalive ????
  • 14 0
 Rocking 26, here.
*RaisingHand
  • 7 0
 @indotrails: checking in.
  • 6 0
 Same here.
  • 7 0
 6 bikes, 50% are 26".
  • 7 1
 1/2 here, 50% Big Grin
  • 2 0
 @mollow: 2/3 ... #3 is a BMX Wink
  • 1 2
 also not better than this
  • 3 0
 Stayin Alive
  • 4 0
 one 26er left in my quiver
  • 1 0
 26" foam ain't dead
  • 2 0
 Four bikes all 26"
  • 1 0
 yessir
  • 1 0
 7 bikes total, 6 are 26".....and one 24" thrown in for good measure.
  • 2 0
 I thought 26 stopped being sold before hashtags started taking over.
  • 15 0
 Floyd Landis' pills look dope.
  • 14 2
 That tire sealant pack looks like a power gel...ooops...
  • 53 0
 That would seal up yer bunghole!
  • 10 1
 Looks like a blood bag.
  • 30 3
 I want to produce my own sealant and I will sell it in zip tied condoms.
  • 9 0
 @WAKIdesigns: new or recycled ones?
  • 8 0
 @pakleni: He never said how he would produce the sealant, or what it contains.
  • 2 0
 Missed opportunity to make the sealant clear and call it Unicorn Blood.
  • 10 12
 @pakleni: recycle is the name of the game after that article with Pole... there is nothing more sad than a condom that went out of date. However the used ones can't be used - many people know that sperm is not a good sealant. Otherwise they wouldn't exist. Some believe it's God himself making a hole in the rubber. God loves children, he wants more of them. Then he gives some cancer so that they and their family members can understand something about life
  • 6 1
 @WAKIdesigns: Ride off a cliff you sick mother#ucker
  • 4 2
 @PinkyScar: hahaha Big Grin
  • 1 0
 @WAKIdesigns: the kind of thing I would only have posted when both very high and very drunk.
  • 1 0
 @BenPea: That's not mine actually. It was "inspired" by Ricky Gervais stand up.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=_UtlUTUcLX0
  • 1 0
 @WAKIdesigns: good work. used to love me some ricky. The Mrs was watching him earlier. Synchronicities.
  • 6 0
 Dear Ergon. Thanks for thinking of us but 33mm isn't fat. It's the same outer diameter every other brand has been making for ages. If you really want to do something special make a 34mm or 35mm - THAT is something the other brands aren't doing.
  • 1 4
 33mm is the fattest option of most brand so whats wrong with calling it fat?
  • 1 0
 I'm with you!!! We need bigger. I don't see why everyone is obsessed with thin grips...
  • 7 0
 In regards to the GA2 Fat product, the tech specs listed above are incorrect. The standard GA2 is 30mm in diameter grip, not 32mm. The new GA2 Fat is 33mm.
  • 1 0
 Was wondering about that! 1mm seemed kind of inconsequential
  • 1 0
 Presenter mistake in the audio file. fixed.
  • 2 1
 Stop-a-flat looks interesting, surprised no one else is asking for more details. Just because it's not 27.5 or 29 yet, doesn't mean it won't be coming. And look at the other options for mountain bikers, that are mostly more than 3-6 times more than this $29 price tag (is that for 1 or 2?): www.bikeradar.com/mtb/gear/article/puncture-preventers-tested-50815
Finally a reasonable price solution for a foam insert. Maybe people here should be expressing interest - show them on here that there is a demand for a reasonably priced alternative.
  • 2 0
 What's the weight on the Stop-a-flat?
  • 1 2
 @trillot: im sure all they were waiting for was people to show interest on a Pinkbike random post.
  • 1 0
 @mollow: And I'm sure as long as there are suckers willing to pay $130 for cushcore, there won't be any reason to bring prices down...
  • 1 1
 Dont worry if they could they would
  • 1 0
 Hey Park we aren't pulling flywheels off chevy small blocks. Seriously WTF does anyone need with a crown race puller that weighs more than the bike the headset is going on? Total over kill and such an abomination to handle I refuse to use the POS. So many better options than this over priced boat anchor.
  • 6 2
 The bottle mount is an excellent idea!
  • 2 0
 It's like a more refined version of the Fabric cage less design - if it is easy to remove and replace the bottle when moving then it should be a winner, plus I like the fact you can mount lots of alternative stuff. The boa bottle option looks quite good in particular...
  • 1 0
 @slimboyjim: I have some of those for some months and they are great. The reason it won't stick it's simple: Price and margins. They leave 10% margin to a reseller where the VAt is 23% LOOOOL
  • 1 0
 @slimboyjim: keep in mind this is going to be a helluva lot heavier than the Fabric system. Still, the mount anything thing is nice.
  • 1 0
 @src248: I don't see why it should be too much heavier. Maybe a hundred grams at a guess for couple of pieces of plastic and a couple of magnets? Certainly not something you'd really notice in a blind test.

I do like the Fabric bottles, but they are an arse to fit back onto the studs whilst riding, so I'd be happy with a slight weight penalty if it is easier to use...
  • 1 0
 @slimboyjim: I agree. I tend to carry water in a camelbak, so being able to mount other stuff on the bike strikes me as nifty
  • 1 1
 It is just a stupid idea, just like fabric - bottle launcher. Just get an elite or king ti cage and you are set.
  • 3 0
 @RedRedRe: No. This one works mate. I've tested it in enduro in rough rock sections and it doesn't launch bottles and it's easy to use.

About the weight, it's a little heavy, heavier than a regular bottle cage and water bottle for sure, as it has magnets.
The quality is superb and the water bottle is also great quality.

The only problem is the price for sure and the brand and how they are selling the bottles.
  • 2 0
 @RedRedRe: the Fabric system is solid, the bottle doesn't move unless you want it to.
  • 1 0
 @src248: it‘s not and i lost 3 of them Wink

Fidlock works much better and is much easier to get out while pedaling and much easier to get back.
  • 1 0
 @yaced: I've never had an issue with the Fabric bottles either, but it's good to know the ease of attachment of the Fidlock. Is it still a bit of a challenge to fit?

Now I just want someone to make a first aid kit 'bottle'...
  • 1 0
 @slimboyjim no issues mountin and much easier to access and get back into the bottle holder. Much much easier and more secure than the fabrics. They will release more products next year, one being a storage container for that mount
  • 1 0
 i wonder why some riders sponsored by fabric are not running their bottle anymore? The idea to have a bottle is quick access, these lock into place systems seem difficult to put the bottle back in place?
Regardless, few years ago, the industry pushed people to move to backpacks ... "weight is better on body than frame, can carry all the water you need etc..." now they changed their "mind"?
  • 3 0
 Scary: I'm older than Wade Simmons. I guess that's why he can still ride so much better than I can Wink
  • 1 0
 That's probably it...I am the same age and have no excuse.
  • 4 0
 More on that diamond back please
  • 1 0
 review coming soon
  • 2 0
 If this is the best of the best after 2 laps of the show...somebody needs to take Interbike out back and put it down Old Yeller style....
  • 5 3
 Chris Sugai, man who sticks foot in mouth and paints himself into a.corner.
  • 11 2
 He admited to it and ate humble pie, though, which I highly respect. Nobody is right all the time; it's how you deal with being wrong that matters.

That said... I think he may have eaten that pie too soon. After 27.5 came out 29 started to become way more popular with 27.5 serving as a stop gap to get people off 26", just like he said would happen. Just look at DH.
  • 5 0
 What about all the companies "we will never make 29ers"?
Santa Cruz, Yeti, Giant (sort of), etc etc.
  • 1 0
 @ninjatarian: yes, but there is also a difference between confidence and arrogance.
  • 2 1
 @RedRedRe: none of those companies are named after a wheel size...
Even after some WC DH riders tried 29ers, for some courses, they went back to 27.5...and the WC champ was on them the whole time. Not to diss 29ers, just the idea that they are the only option, even now that they can be successful in DH.
  • 2 0
 @ReformedRoadie: totally. We have different sized frames, we should gratefully accept different sized wheels to match them.
  • 2 1
 I was looking at that Osprey duffel at REI the other day. Looks like a nice bag, but no way I would pay that much for a duffel bag. Maybe if they go on sale for %50 off.
  • 4 0
 Osprey bags are worth it. That would be the last duffel bag you ever buy.
  • 1 0
 @arrowheadrush: Yup, I would agree. I have the Raptor 10 hydration pack and it is awesome. I feel kinda bad now that I don't really use it anymore since going with the bottle cage and hip pack.
  • 3 1
 BRING BACK CUSTOMER APPRECIATION DAY!
  • 6 7
 you mean... those customers that go online and rant how useless is everything that industry does?
  • 8 1
 @WAKIdesigns: the industry gets the customers that it deserves.
  • 2 4
 @Pcarlson: so you are the one to tell right from wrong?
  • 1 0
 That Pivot 5.5 look s a loooot like the previous generation of Intense Tracer. and it's a beauty !
  • 5 0
 What about the diamondback? Looks nice too and similar vpp suspension design. I suspect it will sell for a fraction compared to a comparable Santa Cruz/Intense/Pivot... Would be curious to see more details on this one to compare.
  • 2 0
 @trillot: Most underrated company out there. They make awesome bikes, without the Gucci price tag. You can keep the Santaqa cruz, pivot,blah blah blah.... Comes down to the motor.
  • 1 0
 I find it funny how much press that Pivot is getting. It's color matched, we get it.
  • 3 0
 CBD oil FTW Wink
  • 1 0
 That flat stopper is ots. Bell selling the same set up for like $9.99. Lol.
  • 1 0
 Crown race remover, it's called a craft knife blade. That brazing is super sexy.
  • 1 0
 Until you pry too hard and end up breaking a piece of the blade off under the race...
  • 2 0
 Flathead and a hammer
  • 1 0
 "Diamondback's new carbon Level Link trail bike..." To my untrained eyes, it seems to look like a VPP to me.
  • 1 0
 because it is. The patent on VPP ran out so diamondback took it and ran with it.
  • 1 0
 What's so hard about standard water bottle cages that drives a need for a special twisting magnetic one?
  • 1 0
 John Howard kinda startin to look like hes not quite sure where hes at or how he got there.
  • 1 0
 Those tyre inserts would be great, now if only I could find somewhere to by 26" tyres !!
  • 1 0
 I like that tent! that's the packed size of most bivy sacks! that would be great for off-roading too!
  • 1 0
 Landyachtz made a bike? That's a surprise
  • 1 0
 The new park truing jig. The same as my VAR one from about 12 years ago...
  • 1 0
 Fidlock looks fiddling...
  • 1 0
 thank you Ergon, that 1mm makes my riding much better now...
  • 1 0
 Fidlock is perfect. Got it for a year. Never lost a bottle
  • 1 0
 What the hex, i'll buy 2.
  • 1 0
 i will not give up my ballen ass king bottle cage for some magnet
  • 1 0
 Its good to see Landyachtz in the pictures!
  • 2 1
 Sweet tent, sweet tool!
  • 1 0
 Thank you Ergon!!!
  • 1 0
 CBD is the goooods
  • 3 5
 i played with my tool and popped a tent
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