Monthly Archives: January 2012

Deal Struck for Connection in New York – Rails-to-Trails Conservancy

Just a few weeks ago, we posted a story to the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy (RTC) TrailBlog about the imminient completion of the Dutchess Rail Trail in New York, one of the final acts in office of outgoing Dutchess County Executive William … Continue reading

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A Look at the Airborne Delta CX Cyclocross Bike

The Airborne Bicycles Delta CX  is one of the best cyclocross values that I have come across. It’s great spec features: Airborne’s Disc-Specific Cyclocross frame/fork Carbon fork SRAM Apex 10-speed group FSA Gossamer BB30 46/36 Cranks Alex RACE 24 Wheelset … Continue reading

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Airborne Bikes Flight Crew Application

2012 CALL FOR APPLICATIONS Airborne is now accepting applications for the 2012 Flight Crew! You: A rider with the personality, social media presence, and communication skills to represent Airborne as a member of the 2012 Airborne Flight Crew. Think of … Continue reading

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Downhill Mountain Bike Spills in the Snow

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New stats on bicycling’s benefits | People for Bikes

(PeopleForBikes.org – Posted on Nov 8, 2011) Biking is pretty freaking awesome. Odds are you agree with this statement. Besides the fact that it’s fun, why is it awesome? Well, it’s good for our economy, environment, and health. It creates … Continue reading

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New Belgium Brewery Awards Bikes Belong $30k Grant

BOULDER, CO (BRAIN) Jan. 19, 8:59 am MT — New Belgium Brewery has awarded a $30,000 two-year grant to the Bikes Belong Foundation to support the foundation’s major programs. New Belgium, based in Fort Collins, Colorado, is a long-time supporter of … Continue reading

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The Southeast Bike Expo FEBRUARY 25th-26th 2012

The Southeast Bike Expo will be bringing manufacturers from all over the United States to show and demo their products. Manufacturers like Trek, Niner, Specialized, Shimano, and SRAM will be there to show off their latest and greatest products. Many more have committed. Check … Continue reading

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6 golds for U.S. riders on final day of Masters Cyclo-cross Worlds

Louisville, Ky. (January 15, 2012) —Racing concluded at the 2012 UCI Masters Cyclo-cross World Championships Sunday with six more Americans claiming the top step of the podium. Great Britain claimed two gold medals out of eight. With conditions changing throughout the … Continue reading

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Review: Manitou Tower Pro 29” Suspension Fork

With a history that dates back twenty years, Manitou’s Tower Pro marks a welcome return to form from one of the oldest brands in mountain biking. Headlining the companies 29er cross country fork line the Tower range replaces the older … Continue reading

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5 world titles earned by Americans on day 3 of Masters CX Worlds – USA Cycling

Louisville, Ky. (January 14, 2012) —Americans took five of six possible rainbow jerseys Saturday on the third day of racing at the 2012 UCI Masters Cyclo-cross World Championships. The morning began with the women’s 30-34 race, where Rebecca Gross (Lakewood, … Continue reading

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