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Bikerumor » Sneak Peek: 2011 Manitou R7 and All-New Marvel XC Suspension Forks!

Posted on August 16, 2010 by aa

2011 Manitou R7 and All-New Marvel XC Suspension Forks! (From BikeRumor.com) – We just got our hands on some nifty little internal documents showing that for 2011, Manitou has completely revamped their classic R7 to drop about 40g, improve stiffness … Continue reading →

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2010 NYCROSS.com Cyclocross Series

Posted on August 15, 2010 by aa

The 2010 NYCROSS.com Cyclocross Series race schedule is now out. What I love most about this series is that most of the races are a 45 minute drive or less for me. 9/11: NYCROSS.com Cyclocross Clinic, Kirkland NY 9/12: Kirkland … Continue reading →

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Capital Region kids finish 375-mile bike trip

Posted on August 10, 2010 by aa

Nowadays, most kids are content spending their summer lounging around an air conditioned house. But while Ryan Harrington’s friends spent their time inside, comfortably playing their video games and watching TV, the 14-year-old was busy tackling a 375-mile bike trip … Continue reading →

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Darkhorse 40

Posted on August 2, 2010 by aa

The 8th annual Darkhorse 40 was by far one of the best mountain bike races that I have ever done. It was my second time racing the Darkhorse 40…last year was a DNF. Held at the Stewart State Forest in … Continue reading →

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Mount Snow Classic XC

Posted on July 26, 2010 by aa

Well, my annual trip to race at Mount Snow is in the books. This past weekend was the Root 66 Mount Snow Classic XC race. I’ve always liked racing Mount Snow, and as other years, I was looking forward to … Continue reading →

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New York State Time Trial Championship

Posted on July 17, 2010 by aa

Today was the 2010 New York State Time Trial Championships, held in Cambridge, NY. Due to my original race plans of racing the 12 hours at 909 falling through, I decided to race the time trial. The Cat 5 race … Continue reading →

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2011/2012 Marathon MTB Nationals go to Bend, Ore.

Posted on July 12, 2010 by aa

Colorado Springs, Colo. (July 12, 2010) – USA Cycling is pleased to announce that Bend, Ore. will host the 2011 and 2012 Marathon Mountain Bike National Championships. The annual event, which crowns 24 national champions in marathon mountain biking, has … Continue reading →

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Newest Sponsor: Tri-Flow Lubricants

Posted on July 12, 2010 by aa

I would like to welcome Tri-Flow® Lubricants as my newest sponsor. As the name suggests, Tri-Flow® is on a three-part mission, to clean, protect and lubricate equipment for enthusiasts. Their cleaners, degreasers, and lubricants combine advanced ingredients with ideal application … Continue reading →

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Motor Tabs: The Portable Sports Drink

Posted on June 29, 2010 by aa

MOTOR TABS™ Fluid Replacement System turns ordinary water into a smooth, refreshing sports drink! It’s as simple as dropping an effervescent tablet into water. Designed for use any time around participatory athletic activity or when additional electrolytes are required, MOTOR … Continue reading →

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UCI Allows Disc Brakes For Cyclo-cross

Posted on June 22, 2010 by aa

UCI Allows Disc Brakes For Cyclo-cross | Cyclingnews.com The International Cycling Union (UCI) has approved disc brakes for competition in the 2010-’11 cyclo-cross race season. The ban was lifted via a newly issued document entitled, ‘Rule Amendments for…Click here for … Continue reading →

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