Category Archives: components

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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Sram XX – From Interbike

Posted on February 16, 2010 by aa
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SRAM’s New 9-Speed Cassette Coming in March

Posted on February 11, 2010 by aa

SRAM is targeting mid-March for riders to get their chains around the new XG999 nine-speed mountain bike cassette. The XG999 uses the same manufacturing techniques that produced the XX MTB cassette as well as the PowerDome road cassette. With the … Continue reading →

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Manitou Rethought, Re-engineered, Re-energized!

Posted on February 5, 2010 by aa

As a mountain biker for many years, I’ve seen dozens of riders and companies come and go. One company I have always admired is Manitou but lately (the past few years) I feel like they haven’t been seen around much. … Continue reading →

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Vetta Sponsorship Through 2010

Posted on January 5, 2010 by aa

I have sign on with Vetta for another year, through 2010, to use their cycle computers and heart rate monitor. Vetta is a leading brand in cycling computers and other cycling accessories. Vetta has been in the forefront of the … Continue reading →

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Answer All Mountain Stem

Posted on January 4, 2010 by aa

Here is one of the first looks at the new Answer Products All Mountain Stem. It is for over size (31.8) handle bar, has a 6 degree rise, and will be available in 70-80-90-100mm lengths. No word yet on when … Continue reading →

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