New Cannondale Rush and Scalpel 29 Carbon Black Inc
By Gregg Kato June 18, 2013
29er Bike Press Camp
Here is a close-up look at two new Cannondale XC models for 2014 both featuring 100mm of travel. The Rush returns as an entry level 29er and the Scalpel 29 Carbon Black Inc represents the top of the line world class racer.
Read More »Bike PressCamp 2013 Live Blog
By Mtbr June 18, 2013
Bike Press Camp
Stay up to date on new gear, revamped apparel, and cutting edge technology from this three-day mini-trade show in Deer Valley, Utah. We’ll have the full 411 from all 26 brands in attendance, including Niner, Cannondale, GT, Orbea, Rotor, Capo, Clif, CamelBak and Turner.
Read More »Cannondale Jekyll Carbon – Over Mountain Bike
By Gregg Kato August 07, 2012
26er Bike Press Camp Feature Articles
At the recent Bike Press Camp event, we talked to Cannondale’s Product Manager Murray Washburn about their updated “Over Mountain” bike, the Jekyll. What is “Over Mountain”? Well, according to Cannondale, it’s the more aggressive end of the All Mountain category. With the addition of the all new Cannondale Trigger appealing to the lower travel
Read More »GT 2013 Mountain Bikes – Distortion 2.0 and Zaskar 100 9r Pro
By Gregg Kato August 03, 2012
26er 29er Bike Press Camp Feature Articles Video
Highlighted in this video are the new 2013 GT Distortion 2.0 and Zaskar 100 9r Pro. Chris gives us a quick view of each bikes features and uses. The Distortion wears many hats including dual slalom, slopestyle or enduro racer. Or just all around fun bike. The Zaskar 100 9r Pro is a full suspension
Read More »GT Xizang – Still Ti After All These Years
By Gregg Kato July 19, 2012
26er Bike Press Camp Feature Articles
Who remembers the old GT Xizang? Back in the 90′s, GT had a frame called the Xizang, it came from their SkunkWorks lab that they had in Longmont, CO. That was the pinnacle of the bike, basically equivalent to the Zaskar LE but it was produced in titanium. For 2013, GT has brought back the
Read More »GT Fury Carbon Team Downhill Bike
By Gregg Kato July 19, 2012
26er Bike Press Camp Feature Articles
The 2013 Fury Carbon Team is back again and is a testament to GT being the first company to produce a full carbon DH bike (including both the front and rear triangle) an the first company to win a World Cup with it. The track record is proven and GT has signed the Athertons and
Read More »Gore Bike Wear 2013 MTB Collection – Alp-X Jacket and more
By Gregg Kato July 11, 2012
Bike Press Camp Feature Articles Gear/Apparel Video
Brendan gives us a preview of some upcoming 2013 Gore Bike Wear MTB pieces from their high end Alp-X technical series of apparel
Read More »CamelBak Women’s Specific L.U.X.E., Magic, Spark and L.U.X.E. NV
By Gregg Kato July 06, 2012
Bike Press Camp Gear/Apparel Video
Kristine from CamelBak shows us some highlights of the Women’s Specific line of packs including the new L.U.X.E. with XV back panel, Magic, Spark and L.U.X.E. NV
Read More »Cannondale 2013 Tango SL 29 and Althea
By Gregg Kato July 06, 2012
26er 29er Bike Press Camp Feature Articles Video
Lyriel from Cannondale shows us the highlights of the new Tango SL 29 and Althea women’s specific models for 2013
Read More »Kali Protectives Maraka XC and Avana Helmets
By Gregg Kato July 06, 2012
Bike Press Camp Feature Articles Gear/Apparel
Kali Protectives is a company that is best known for its DH and gravity oriented full face helmets and armor. This year, they have really stepped up the game with the XC/AM crowd and they are even offering a road cycling version of the helmet. Both road and mtb models are identical with the addition
Read More »CamelBak Volt 13 LR, Charge LR and New M.U.L.E. NV for 2013
By Gregg Kato July 05, 2012
Bike Press Camp Feature Articles Gear/Apparel
Seth shows us some highlights of CamelBak’s latest offerings for 2013 with the brand new Volt 13 LR, the updated Charge LR and the M.U.L.E. NV with the new NV back panel technology
Read More »Clif Bar’s New Products – Gary’s Panforte, Kit’s Organic and more!
By Gregg Kato June 25, 2012
Bike Press Camp Feature Articles Gear/Apparel
New products from Clif Bar this year include Gary’s Panforte Clif Bar, Chocolate Cherry Clif Bloks, 3 new flavors of Builder’s protein bar and the all-new, all-organic Kit’s Organic bars. In this video, Chris from Clif Bar gives us a quick rundown on all the new flavors and products from Clif Bar. Gary’s Panforte is
Read More »Lazer Nirvana and Oasiz Helmets
By Gregg Kato June 25, 2012
Bike Press Camp Feature Articles Gear/Apparel
Lazer Sport showed off several new features on familiar models. On the MTB side of things, there were some updates to the XC-style Nirvana as well as the all-mountain Oasiz (with built-in GoPro mount). The hi-viz Flash Yellow is quite the rage these days with even some clothing manufacturers featuring the “eye-catching” color in their
Read More »Cannondale Trigger 1 and Trigger 2 OverMountain Trail Bikes Announced
By Gregg Kato June 25, 2012
26er Bike Press Camp Feature Articles
The Cannondale Trigger is a brand new model that falls into their “OverMountain” category. Within this category they further break it out into Big-Mountain (represented by the 180/110mm Claymore), All-Mountain (150/90mm Jekyll) and Cross-Mountain represented here by the 120/70mm Trigger. The Trigger is aimed at the fast trail riders who have the fitness to hammer
Read More »Hutchinson 650b tires and Black Mamba XC 29 tire
By Gregg Kato June 22, 2012
29er 650b Bike Press Camp Feature Articles Tires
Hutchinson is developing new 650b tires in the Cobra, Cougar and Toro line-ups. The 650b Cobra will come in 2.10 and 2.25 width, the 650b Cougar will come in 2.20 and 2.40 width and the 650b Toro will come in 2.35 width. Check the “MTB Tire Matrix” graphic below for a visual idea of the
Read More »Brands Pour In as PressCamp & DealerCamp Near
By Valerie May 03, 2012
Bike Dealer Camp Bike Press Camp Press and News
More and more brands are climbing aboard the Meet, Ride & Decide train as we steam along toward DealerCamp 2012 this July. Many of these top brands have also signed on to participate in PressCamp, our June media outing. These recent signees engaged in both camps include Canari, Shebeest, Enve Composites,Guru Cycles, and Hayes Group. Look for new recent additions Stan’s
Read More »Time Running Out as PressCamp Nears Limits
By Gregg Kato April 03, 2012
Bike Press Camp Press and News
PressCamp 2012 continues to exceed expectations with more than 40 media titles positioned to cover the brands attending this year’s camp. If coverage of your new product range or technology by one of the most diverse collection of journalists ever assembled on behalf of cycling sounds interesting, you’ve got precious few moments left to get
Read More »Cannondale, GT, Schwinn, Mongoose Commit to BikeCamp and DealerCamp Events
By Gregg Kato January 31, 2012
Bike Press Camp Press and News
CSG, Lifeboat Events Continue Partnership Lifeboat Events, promoters of DealerCamp, and media gathering PressCamp, announce today their continuing partnership with Cycling Sports Group and the company’s participation across LBE’s events. Encompassing several powerhouse brands, including Cannondale, Schwinn, GT, Sugoi and Mongoose, CSG will utilize PressCamp to reveal new products to the media. Then at DealerCamp
Read More »Niner JET 9 RDO Carbon Bike – Video Added!
By Gregg Kato July 02, 2011
26er Bike Press Camp Product Launch Video
Introducing the Jet 9 RDO, Niner’s first carbon full suspension frame. One of the most anticipated bikes from Bike Press Camp has just been announced. The Niner JET 9 RDO is a full carbon fiber full suspension bike from a company dedicated to ONLY 29ers and with a long history of cutting edge ideas and
Read More »GT 2012 Bikes – Zaskar 9r Pro, Fury Alloy & more!
By Gregg Kato July 02, 2011
26er 29er Bike Press Camp Product Launch Video
In this video, Chris from GT show us 5 new bikes from the 2012 GT line. Featured are the Interceptor, Performer, Zaskar 100 Carbon Expert, Zaskar Carbon 9R Pro and the Fury Alloy. ZASKAR CARBON 9R PRO (also available as a frameset) The latest twist on an old classic. The Zaskar hardtail gets modern updates
Read More »Fox Racing Shox 34 29er Fork, Float Ti and RP23 with Adaptive Logic
By Gregg Kato July 01, 2011
Bike Press Camp Forks Product Launch Video
Jim Noonen from Fox Racing Shox shows us the new 2012 34 29er fork with 2 version, the Float Ti and the RP23 with Adaptive Logic. Fox Racing Shox 2012 34 29er Fork with 2 Version: New for 2012 34mm outside diameter tube 29er only Float model 140mm travel RLC Also Available in Talas with
Read More »2012 Cannondale Ryker Mountain Biking Helmet
By Gregg Kato July 01, 2011
Bike Press Camp Gear/Apparel Product Launch Video
Michael DeLeon shows us the new 2012 Cannondale Ryker mountain biking helmet. Cannondale Ryker Helmet Takes Cannondale’s approach to form, function, saftey, comfort and overall usage Dual density foam – impact is dispersed and redirected Cone shaped foam act as “crumple zones” and allow for added safety and protection Cones are in the front and
Read More »Acros Hydraulic Shifting System and 29er Wheels
By Gregg Kato July 01, 2011
Bike Press Camp Parts Product Launch Video
Christophe, the engineer from Acros, shows us the new hydraulic shifting system at Bike Press Camp. Acros Hydraulic Shifting System Hydraulic operated “Push Push” system – no spring for downshifting in front and rear derailleur All shifting done with thumb Have all the force of shifting hand in both directions No friction inside so not
Read More »AClass Wheels XCR 29er Pro, VED 2 and VXD5
By Gregg Kato June 30, 2011
Bike Press Camp Feature Articles Video
Hillary from AClass Wheels and Alex Rims shows us the new XCR 29er Pro, VED 2, and VXD5 at Bike Press Camp. AClass Wheels XCR 29er Pro Scandium Rim Aluminum eyelets Lightweight but strong 380 grams for the 29er
Read More »Lazer Creates New Helmet for Japan Fundraiser
By Gregg Kato June 30, 2011
Bike Press Camp Press and News
Lazer Helmets has released a special “Support Japan” limited edition of their new 2012 Armor bicycle helmet. The “Support Japan” graphic as well as the date March 11, 2011 have been placed on the helmet to mark the day that the devastating 9.0 magnitude earthquake struck. Lazer’s Armor helmet is perfect for urban riding, commuting,
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