Oscar Pereiro has recently gave an explanation behind his move to Astana for the 2010 season. The Spaniard basically said that he didn’t want to end his career in a “feed zone.” I don’t think that a rider who has won the Tour de France should retire in a feed zone but should find some other way of doing so.That’s why I’ve decided to take up the chance to ride for another year and quit when the time is right,” Pereiro tells the Galician newspaper El Progreso. He said that he committed to Astana two weeks ago, but was waiting to make it public until it was decided that Alberto Contador was staying with the team. “I’m not a rider who is going to be a candidate to win the Tour year after year. I am one of the best riders in the race as…

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Team Saxo Bank has just annouced that they have signed Sebastian Haedo to the ranks. Haedo has been released from his U.S. Colavita-Sutter, with whom he won two victories at the second stage of the Tour de San Luis and on the second stage of the Nature Valley Grand Prix. He signed a two-year contract and will now race along side his older brother, J.J., who has ridden with Saxo Bank since 2007.

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The FEISOL Bicycle Mount enables its users to mount an existing video camera to the front of a bike, saving the need for an expensive helmet cam. Made from durable high-grade alloy construction, the video camera bike mount installs easy. Though the mount sports a professional appeal, it comes at a low cost – just $39. The FEISOL Bicycle Mount is available in two sizes – 25.4 and 31.8 – to fit over those handlebars. …

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In the fixed gear community, riders prefer the get-up and go look. At the very most, a messenger bag is acceptable and will not distort that image too much. As a better alternative, however, Archie’s Grobag Rosie Hip Pouch is great for concealing keys, a phone, wallet, spare tube, and it features a U-Lock holder. The hip pouch slides onto most belts, for a comfortable fit. To minimize clutter on the frame, Archie’s Grobag also accommodates a light. For around $70, Archie’s Grobag Rosie Hip Pouch can be yours. …

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It gets dark earlier in the winter time, which means that it is that much more important to have lights on your bike, both for your safety, and so you don’t get a ticket. Trek light sets are an easy solution; they come with a bright headlight and a highly visible tail light to help you stay seen while you’re riding in lower light conditions. Trek light sets are available at Bontrager, ranging from $24.99 to $39.99….

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Specialized’s Roval Control AL Disc Wheelset is durable, geared towards mountain/cross-country racing. They’re made of E5 alloy with welded lightweight disc rims with eyelets. They are tubeless compatible, and they are also compatible with Future Shock forks. The rear hub features a CNC-machined alloy body with high-quality Swiss internals. They feature Roval steel quick releases for easy and fast maintenance. You can purchase the Specialized Roval Control AL Disc Wheelset at the Specialized online shop for $500….

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