MTB REVIEWS

Joy Factory StormCrusier iPhone Case and Bike Mount Review

by Brian Mullin on May 19, 2012

The StormCruiser is a all-encompassing iPhone mounting system for bicycles (or anything with bars), and the kit includes a heavy-duty handlebar mount and a protective case for the iPhone 4/4S for a reasonable $50. The rugged case is water and dust proof, and provides protection for your precious and expensive commodity, and the mount fits [...]

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VW Truck and Bike Commercial – Weekend Stoke

by Brian Mullin on May 18, 2012

Time to get pumped up for the weekend! Alas this VW truck is not available in the US. “The Volkswagen Amarok is a mid-size pickup truck built by Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles (VWCV). The Amarok range consists of single cab and double cab, combined with either rear-wheel drive or 4motion four-wheel drive, and is powered by [...]

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OGIO 9.0 Endurance Bag

May 18, 2012

OGIO is an innovative designer of bags with unique styling that is infused with intelligent designs. Their bags cover the gamut of activities, including sports, work, school, travel and leisure, making for products that can carry items specific to those life styles. Their recently introduced Endurance Collection includes the top of the line and full [...]

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Optrix Unveils Wide-Angle iPhone Action Sports Case

May 17, 2012

Optrix Wide-Angle iPhone Action Sports Case Available for Pre-Order at Kickstarter Rugged weatherproof case and mount transforms the iPhone 4, 4S and iPod Touch into a panoramic extreme sports camera Marin, CA – May 17, 2011 – Optrix, designer of action sports video cases, announces the pre-order availability of the Optrix Wide-Angle at Kickstarter, the [...]

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POC Speed Zone at Eastern and Mountain States Cup Races

May 16, 2012

I Can’t Drive 55! POC Speed Zone Awards Fastest DH Riders at Mountain States and Eastern States Cup Do you like to ride fast? With the first Eastern States and Mountain States Cup races right around the corner, POC is psyched to announce the POC Speed Zone Award. We have become an obsessive competitive biking [...]

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Annex Products Quad Lock iPhone Universal Mounting System

May 14, 2012

Annex Products latest creation Quad Lock Has Arrived Attach your iPhone anywhere using one simple multi-purpose mounting system Melbourne, Australia – May 14, 2012– Annex Products, the leading manufacturer of the Opena case, announces availability of the Patent Pending Quad Lock, the ultimate multipurpose mounting system for your iPhone and other devices. The Quad Lock [...]

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Osmo Nutrition

May 14, 2012

Introducing Osmo Nutrition Cutting edge nutrition company launches hydration and recovery product-system based on proven, peer-reviewed science FAIRFAX, CA (May 11, 2012)–Conventional wisdom in the endurance sports drink world holds that it’s optimal to have both electrolytes and carbohydrates in the same formula, to essentially turn a fluid into a fuel. Launched today and founded [...]

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GoPro Launches Dive Housing

May 14, 2012

GoPro Launches Dive Housing Dive Housing features large, flat glass lens compatible with all HD HERO cameras HALF MOON BAY, CA (May 14, 2012) – GoPro, maker of the world’s most versatile HD cameras, today announced the launch of the Dive Housing.The new GoPro Dive Housing features a large, flat glass lens that allows for [...]

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Syntace Adds US Distributors, Imports Liteville

May 14, 2012

May 11th, 2011, Oakland, CA: Syntace, the maker of high end German components has added two new distributors for 2012 further expanding the availability of the brand to the US market. Syntace, which for the last year has distributed exclusively through Quality Bicycle Parts (QBP), has added Bicycle Technologies International (BTI) and The Hawley company. [...]

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Shimano’s New Direct-Mount Rear Derailleur Option

May 3, 2012

Quite a few bikes at Sea Otter had Shimano’s new optional D.R.D. (Direct Mount Rear Derailer), and although the system makes a lot of sense, it is confusing to understand (myself included). Basically, the derailer pivot mounts directly to the hanger, without any B-Link present, and the hanger, which is supplied by the frame manufacturer, [...]

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SRAM MTB 2013 – Sea Otter 2012

May 2, 2012

SRAM has been busy lately, and at Sea Otter they were showing off new and improved components. The new products included the 650B Rise wheel, Avid X0 Trail brake, Grip Shift, Type 2 Rear Derailer and Reverb Stealth, while the RockShox forks and Monarch RT3 shock got some hefty tweaks. Wheels SRAM introduced their Rise [...]

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Contour’s New Mount Kits

May 1, 2012

Contour’s New Mount Kits Offer Variety Of Mounting Options For Capturing Life’s Epic Moments Innovative Mount Kits and New ROAM Watersports Kit Makes it Easy to Capture Rich Video – From Anywhere SEATTLE, WASH. – May 1, 2012 – Contour, Inc. (www.contour.com), the company that makes it easy to capture and share epic moments with [...]

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Magura 2013 – Sea Otter 2012

May 1, 2012

As reported in mid-March, Magura has a new line of forks for 2013, with a plethora of sizes and travel options. The TS (Team Suspension) series will include a 29er with travel options of 80,100 and 120mm, a 650B with 120 and 150mm, and 26er with 80,100,120 and 150mm. There is a slew of versions [...]

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Paul Basagoitia First to Land Natural Terrain Double Backflip

April 30, 2012

Paul Basagoitia lands first natural terrian double backflip: photo by S. Markewitz (Goleta, Calif.) 04.30.12 – Fulfilling a lifelong dream, professional freeride mountain bike athlete, Paul Basagoitia can now add a natural terrain double backflip to his list of accomplishments. Taking place just outside Page, AZ, Paul has cemented himself in history by raising the [...]

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FOX Shocks 2013 – Sea Otter 2012

April 29, 2012

FOX is revamping their forks and shocks again this year, and they are introducing the new CTD damper. The CTD stands for Climb, Trail and Descend modes, and will be available on all 32 and 34 forks, with 100 to 160mm of travel, and the FLOAT rear shocks. The CTD will work in synergy with [...]

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Shimano 2013 Saint and Zee – Sea Otter 2012

April 28, 2012

Shimano gave a media only shindig for their Saint and ZEE gravity oriented group, before opening the tent door to the general public. Shimano engineers, designers and professional racers were on hand to talk about the product, and answer questions. For the 2013 model year, Saint gets the ICE Technologies for their brakes and the Shadow [...]

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