November 18, 2009 (Port Coquitlam BC.) Norco Bikes is proud to announce the addition of Slopestyle rider Sam Dueck to the 2010 Norco Factory Team. Sam has come off a great season boasting fantastic results such as 5th at Crankworx Colorado and 2nd at Goat Style in Creston BC. For the 2010 competition season Sam will continue to compete at an elite level in premiere events on a 2010 Norco 4Hun and an Empire SE.

Norco is excited about the addition of Sam to the Factory Team. He will be a great representative of Norco on the Slopestyle circuit. Sam has the ambition and talent to be at the forefront of slopestyle competition and we hope to offer him the tools to move forward with his riding career.

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Fitness… Hard to Get, Easy to Lose November 02, 2009 Fitness is like going to Vegas with a pocketful of cash. It probably took you a while to get it, but you can sure lose it in a hurry. read more Time to Start Bike Commuting November 04, 2009 Commuting to work, school or anywhere is a fun, efficient and green way to get from point A to point B. It does take some serious willpower to battle through the cold, wind and … read more Free From The Chain November 04, 2009 The bike chain is a symbol of the bicycle. The connotation that is held between the bike and the chain is nested so deeply that as iconic, the chain is synonymous with the … read more Latest Video Norco Kids - A Headstart Monthly Draw Win an I Love My Bike T-Shirt Links of Interest Unwind in Moab, Part 2 Norco Shore 1 - First Ride 2010 Norco Judan

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Are You Ready October 14, 2009 As we roll from summer season over into fall and winter, I have just one important question to start off this month’s rambling: Are you ready to give up your bike riding? If the … Read More Why I Love My Bike October 14, 2009 Love is a strong word that signifies not only an emotional bond but also deeper connection that goes beyond superficial attraction and companionship. Love is formed around a … Read More 7 Days of Exhausting Rest in Moab! October 14, 2009 Moab is second to none when it comes to epic all-mountain rides. The trails are made up of everything from massive rock expanses to desert conditions, and if you can get up high … Read More Latest Video Norco Has Commuting Fever Monthly Draw Win an I Love My Bike T Links of Interest Norco Bikes Are On bicyclebuyersguide.com Norco Fluid 1 Review Norco At Interbike

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Introduction -

After the ‘09 Norco product launch, I asked Norco if I could spend more time on the Fluid LT. At Whistler last year, I was able to spend about 30 minutes on the Fluid LT 1. I took an easy ride around the Lost Lake XC loop after a few days of bombing the rest of the Whistler trails on Norco’s bigger bikes. I was keenly interested in getting more saddle time on the Fluid LT for two reasons: first, the 30 minute pedal around the lake was just too short a time for this fun a bike, and second, I had just finished reviewing a similar long travel all mountain bike that I was less than thrilled about. I needed to know if I really did have a substantial distaste for this genre of bike or if it was just that particular bike. I’ve been pegged as a ‘downhiller’ and it isn’t unfair to say that when I look at a bike with over 4 inches of rear travel I am mostly interested in how well it will handle going downhill. I personally see very little reason to have 5 or more inches of travel on a bike if it is only good at going uphill. Although to peg me purely as a downhiller isn’t a complete picture of my bicycling character. I do enjoy putting in the time and effort in a good long pedal uphill. I enjoy the physical challenge and the accomplishment of ascending to a mountain’s top. But I can get that same feeling of accomplishment on a road bike. So for me, a bike with suspension has to perform best with the nose pointed down the trail. With this knowledge of my riding style I hope this review will help you decide if the Norco Fluid LT 2 is a good bike for you. Ask any question you like in the comments and I’ll try to answer them as best I can.

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September 8, 2009 (Port Coquitlam BC.) Norco Bikes is proud to launch the 2010 norco.com website. The new site includes advancements such as category intro videos, bike search, improved navigation, expanded media presence and more. Have a look at the new site and you will see the improvements, new bikes and more first hand.

Also, check back for more features, functionality and sections coming to norco.com soon.

Have a look at: www.norco.com

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Review by Sharon Bader

In 2009 Norco has completely revamped its DH line. Using the same hydroformed frame with adjustable 8-9inch of rear travel as the A-line Park edition and DH Frame the lower spec’d Aline makes up this worthy trio. Coming in three sizes for 2009 I was on the small frame which was a good fit for me for downhill riding. This new frame design lowers the standover, lowers the shock placement, allows for adjustable bottom bracket height and head tube angle, has an internal forged 1.5″ to 1 1/8th head tube, forged links and 150×12mm through hole dropouts.

The Bike

Like all Norcos the A-line comes with the Horst Link rear suspension. This is the Specialized patent which locates the rear pivot on the chain stay. This separates braking and pedaling from the suspension and prevents Brake Jack since the wheel moves freely in the vertical direction during braking.

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How Many is Too Many? September 03, 2009 This past weekend a few friends and I embarked on a road trip up to Silverstar Resort. We … Read More Crankworx 2009, A Whirlwind of Activity September 03, 2009 Whistler’s Crankworx festival is 10 days of activity that leaves the spectators in awe with world renound riders pushing the boundaries of cycling beyond what anyone would have … Read More What’s New for Norco in 2010? September 03, 2009 It seems that every year I purchase a new bike, that bike is faster, lighter and better looking a mere 12 months later. For 2009 I rode a Norco Fluid 1 which was probably the best … Read More Latest Video Mislav on his Home Turf Monthly Draw Norco Belt Buckle Links of Interest Why Do You Love Your Bike? 2010 Bike Preview Fluid LT1 Review

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Technology Trickledown
August 07, 2009

I like to think when I am out pedaling. Some rides accommodate this better than others depending on terrain; but, when possible, I like to let my mind wander. I find it amazing …

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Norco 2010 Products

We just spent the last couple of days up in Vancouver B.C. riding, photographing, and getting time on the 2010 Norco products.

On the whole it appears that over the past year Norco has sat down, put their heads together, pulled in new team mates, engineers, and has busted out with a very strong bike line up for 2010.  Even the smallest details have been paid attention to, slight changes have been made to fit rider’s needs, another new and ‘real’ bike for women has emerged, colors and art design have matured, frames have lost weight, price points have come down to match the economy, and technology has advanced with custom carbon bikes, belt drives and new frame engineering. And more than that, the bikes are great to ride. This coming from me, with a lukewarm opinion of four-bar designed bikes.

Use the report list below to quickly jump to a section.  If you want specifics on a certain model along with price and photos, please just ask in the comments.

Bike Reports:
Team DH and Dh
Team Carbon XC
Judan 29er Belt Drive
Phena (woman’s all mtn)
Shore One
Empire 5 SE and Empire 5
Random Bikes Photos

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The Best Ride Ever July 07, 2009 How many times have you heard the, “I just did the best ride EVER!!” comment? Actually, how many times have you said it? Heck, I’m as guilty as the next rider for getting all … Read More Ride Guide Arizona - Korba Will Show You Around July 07, 2009 RideGuide is an awesome show that has let me see the world from a handlebar perspective. From here to there, all the way to somewhere else I have seen some of the world’s best … Read More Norco Supports The Ride To Conquer Cancer July 07, 2009 This past weekend was the Vancouver to Seattle edition of The Ride to Conquer Cancer. This two day journey started out at Guilford Mall in Surrey BC and traveled south ending at … Read More Latest Video Darcy, Island Styles Monthly Draw Norco Stainless Mug Links of Interest Norco Team DH Review Watch Ride Guide Online VFR Disk 4 - Test Update Norco Home | Team | Bikes | Downloads | ©2009 Norco Products

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