Choosing the right Mountain Bike Tyre!

Article by Bike Servant's One of the most important components on your mountain bike is your tires. They grip the ground and provide the traction you need on different surfaces. Most mountain bike riders look for light weight, strength and traction in a tire and many advanced riders even have multiple sets of tires for different riding conditions. So what tire is right for your mountain bike and riding style? With so many different manufactures and models to choose from which one is right for you? These are not easy questions to answer so hopefully we can provide some insight to get you moving in the right direction. Mountain bike parts are not cheap and you want to make the right decision.

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oVo recumbent tandem UK manufacturer.

Article by; OvO tandems Richard Cresswell After a holiday in Brittany Richard came up with the idea to make a tandem recumbent ? I think he was fed up with waiting for me at the top of the hills. So the oVo was conceived. So now when we go away (2010 we did over 1,000 Km on one trip and in 2011 1685.5 Km) we arrive in the same place at the same time! He went back to basics for the design, steering away from a standard bike shape and replacing it with a sexy curve made from aluminium box section. It separates into two bags which means you can go on Euro star (?if you can get it through the X-ray machine mate we can get it on Euro star? quote from a porter at Euro star) and it does. In fact we went on 11/11 different trains this year through England, France, Holland and Belgium without refusal. The bags weigh 9.5Kg and 13.5Kg (less than the pannier bags did!)

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Team Boardman Cycling Plus ? Lindy Edwards

Team Boardman Cycling Plus  will be updating you each week with the highs and lows of their training as part of the team. Lindy finally has her knee issues solved? Lindy Edwards Lives: Newcastle upon Tyne Age: 46 Height: 1.6m Weight: 55kg Reasons to ride: Get fitter and faster, and push for more women?s riding [...]

Source: http://magazine.bikeradar.com/2011/11/04/team-boardman-cycling-plus-lindy-edwards-14/

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Interbike Roundup Part 4: Apparel

Technical cycling apparel is never mandatory for touring, but it can make the miles go by a little more comfortably. As usual, this year's Interbike show was full of apparel companies showing off a wide range of styles, intended for numerous audiences. Since I prefer to put my money into my bikes and tours, any time I look at clothing I put a strong emphasis on durability. Here are some items that not only function well for touring, but will keep you covered for the long haul.


Showers Pass Portland Jacket: Available in both men's and women's cut, the Portland Jacket is really versatile. The jacket is made of a soft waterproof fabric, and it has zippered pit and sleeve vents for those warm rains. In back, a reflective flap drops down to provide full coverage when you are leaning forward on the bike; it buttons up to look more like a regular jacket for when you're walking around.


Club Ride Apparel: If you're not a fan of tight fitting cycling jerseys, you might want to take a look at what Club Ride has to offer. They use technical fabrics that wick moisture well, but cut them into styles that look pretty casual. I'm a big fan of their western styles, but they also offer more traditional plain and plaid options.



De Marchi: I love the feel of wool, especially as the fall chill sets in. De Marchi has both Merino wool and synthetic blend jerseys in some cool throwback designs. If you're proud of your heritage and want to show it, they have some cool national team jerseys (my favorite being the Belgian national team), along with old cycling team replica jerseys.



Darn Tough Socks: If we're talking about rugged cycling apparel, it would be a shame not to mention Darn Tough of Vermont. Their run/bike series of socks feature reinforced toes and heels, so you won't be blowing them out any time soon. And the 1/4 sock mesh design has a mesh top for good ventilation.

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TOURING GEAR AND TIPS is written by Joshua Tack of Adventure Cycling's member services department. It appears weekly, highlighting technical aspects of bicycle touring and advice to help better prepare you for the journey ahead.

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Poll: Team Radioshack Riders in Tour de France 2011

We are only a couple of weeks away from the biggest cycling event of the year. This year’s Tour de France starts Saturday July 2nd and ends Sunday July 24th 2011. This year the team will have to do without Lance Armstrong, but the team still has great podium potential. Which 9 riders do you think should [...]

Source: http://www.teamradioshack.us/poll-team-radioshack-riders-in-tour-de-france-2011/

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