CHUMBA RACING -CANE CREEK DOUBLE BARREL REAR SHOCK TUNING PROGRAM
November 1st, 2009
The Story
This whole project started because customers asked if the VF2 was capable of being more
than just an XC bike and if they could improve upon the RP23 that was fitted to the VF2. Awhile
back, Ted Tanouye, head of R&D at CHUMBA, and I were riding the Fullerton Loop in California.
After climbing a steep section of the trail, we stopped, and I asked, “How is that rear shock?” Ted
said “the VF2 with a CCDB could outperform an EVO equipped with an air shock.” For Ted - a
man who developed championship-winning race bikes out of his garage – to make such a claim,
gave cause for serious attention to this rear shock and how it would interact with CHUMBA frames,
specifically, our VF2 linkage system.

So I turned to one of the industry’s most knowledgeable shock gurus – Josh Coaplan,
head of R&D at Cane Creek. Josh helped develop the Double Barrel alongside other engineers at
Ohlin’s Racing, the premier shock manufacturer for off-road equipment, like ATVs, snowmobiles,
etc.

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Calendar Advisory

Press Sea Otter Classic Rides With America’s Warriors Wounded Warrior Project and Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund Designated Official Charities of Sea Otter Monterey, CA (November 10, 2009) — In an effort to help our nation’s warriors recover from emotional and physical injuries sustained in battle, the Sea Otter Classic has partnered with the Wounded Warrior Project and the Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund. Donations are currently being accepted on the Sea Otter Classic website. “Wounded Warrior Project is honored to be associated with the Sea Otter Classic in its 20th year,” stated Soldier Ride Manager Woody Groton. “Cycling has profoundly impacted the emotional and physical recovery of many wounded warriors who have bravely participated in our Soldier Ride program.” “On behalf of the Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund and the injured service members we serve, I would like to thank the organizers and participants of the 2010 Sea Otter Classic for your critical support!” said Karen Guenther, Founder and Executive Director, Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund. “Thank you for believing in our mission and joining our IMSFF family in service to our wounded and their families. Your patriotic heart and spirit means all the difference for our wounded Marines, Sailors, and Soldiers and their families. God Bless you all and best wishes for a safe and fun ride!” Participants and fans of the Sea Otter Classic are urged to support these two important causes. Donations starting at $10 can be made during the registration process and online at the Sea Otter merchandise store. The contributions will be split equally between the Wounded Warrior Project and the Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund. About the Wounded Warrior Project The mission of the Wounded Warrior Project is to honor and empower wounded warriors. Its purpose is to raise awareness and to enlist the public’s aid for the needs of severely injured service members, to help severely injured men and women aid and assist each other, and to provide unique, direct programs and services to meet their needs. To get involved and learn more, visit www.woundedwarriorproject.org. About the Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund The Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund provides financial assistance and quality of life solutions for Marines, Sailors and other military personnel assigned to Marine Forces, injured in post 9-11 combat, training, or with life threatening illnesses, and their families. Our fund provides relief for immediate financial needs that arise during hospitalization and recovery as well as perpetuating needs such as home modifications, customized transportation and specialized equipment. About the Sea Otter Classic The 20th Annual Sea Otter Classic will be held April 15-18, 2010, at the Laguna Seca Recreation Area, Monterey, Calif. The four-day cycling festival hosts nearly 10,000 professional and amateur athletes and 50,000 fans. More information can be found at www.seaotterclassic.com or by calling 800.218.8411. ### Contact Info Chris Worden Sea Otter Classic - Media/PR 208.305.1702 chris@seaotterclassic.com Donna Brown (local media) 831-905-1764 donna@seaotterclassic.com

source: Sea Otter News

Win a Marin Alcatraz Dirt Jump Bike @ the SF Bike Expo, worth $1199.99. Half of the proceeds go to the SF Urban Riders Mclaren Park Bicycle Park and the other half will go towards putting on AT’s Showdown.

$10 raffle tickets can be purchased online, at the rideSFO store (1724 Mandela Parkway Suite #2 Oakland, CA 94608), or at the Expo. Winners will be notified by phone or email.

More prizes on the way. Many thanks for your support!

source: rideSFO

source: FuriousAgency

Colorado Springs, Colo. (November 9, 2009) – USA Cycling announced today the dates and locations for the majority of its 2010 National Championship events. Next year, sixteen events will provide professional and amateur cyclists of all ages with opportunities to race for Stars-and-Stripes jerseys in five disciplines of competitive cycling. Of the fourteen events whose locations have been determined, nine are returning to their 2009 locations and five are headed to new host cities.

The nation’s BMX riders will be the first to compete for national titles in 2010. Slated for March 20, the USA Cycling BMX National Championships will return to the Metroplex BMX in Desoto, Texas where riders in both Challenge and Elite categories will compete for national titles in 20” and 24” Cruiser Class and Championship Class events.

The University of Wisconsin will play host to the USA Cycling Collegiate Road National Championships as student-athletes contest the final race of their 2009/2010 season. After two years in Fort Collins, the event will move to the mid-west and see nearly 300 collegiate teams from around the nation duke it out for bragging rights in Divisions I and II on the roads of Madison, May 7-9.

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Haro Bicycles is pleased to announce that we have signed 2009 Whistler Crankworx slopestyle champion, Greg Watts.  Boasting a bag of tricks few other riders can match, Greg has made numerous podium appearances at premier slopestyle and freeride events all over the world.  He has also produced several video segments in high-profile films such as New World Disorder and Barred for Life.

“I am so stoked to be part of the Haro team for 2010!” says Watts.  “They have sick bikes and a solid group of riders to travel with.  I am looking forward to all the stuff we have planned for next year and having some fun riding my sweet new Haro!”

“We couldn’t be happier to have a rider of Greg’s caliber aboard a Haro”, says Jill Hamilton, Haro’s MTB Brand Manager.  “We are committed to growing the sport of slopestyle and freestyle MTB through our depth of product offering in this category.  Signing Greg Watts further cements our dedication to be the ‘go-to’ brand for bikes designed specifically for this progressive style of riding”.

Greg will compete in a full schedule of national and international events aboard a Haro Thread hardtail freestyle MTB frame and a Porter slopestyle-specific frame.

For more information about Haro Bicycles, visit www.harobikes.com.

source: Jill Hamilton

The much anticipated WTB Kodiak tire is now available for purchase exclusively from the Niner Bikes online store and from the Niner Bikes dealer network.

http://store.ninerbikes.com/Components

“This tire is the result of our desire to offer the longest travel, burliest production 29er mountain bike, and WTBʼs help with the project has been invaluable.” said Niner co-founder Chris Sugai, “WTB knows that there are a ton of riders out there that want a 29er with freeride and downhill capability and their willingness to step up and be the first to make a wire bead, dual-ply 29er tire shows that their passion for the big revolution is genuine”.

WTB Kodiak Tire Details:

A 2.5′” monster, this Niner exclusive tire is the burliest rubber you can spec on your 29” bike. Made with WTB’s High Grip DNA™ rubber compound, the tread is specifically designed for fast, gnarly, technical descending. The WTB Inner Peace™ sidewall reinforcement has your back when it comes to pinch flat protection, sidewall stiffness and keeping tire damage to a minimum.

Finally, the wire bead means less bead stretch and better rim retention when you do push the limits of your riding. 29×2.5″, 1400 grams, 50 Durometer, 27 TPI. Niner Bikes is dedicated to passion, commitment, 29ers only.

source: Carla Hukee