Specialized designed the Format saddle for downhill riding, making it tough yet comfortable to ride on. It has a wide midsection and a rounded profile that aims to reduce or eliminate pressure on sensitive arteries around the crotch area. The Format saddle underwent rigorous lab testing with the patented Body Geometry design that takes into consideration type of saddle position, preferred discipline and if the rider is male or female.

The Format features EVA padding that is dense and light at the same time, giving a plush ride even during long day rides. Encased in a carbon reinforced shell, it has hollow chromoly rails, which makes the Format durable and longer lasting. It also has a Micromatrix cover that’s water-resistant with anti-slip qualities. MSRP is $70….

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DMR introduces the Swarm Stem and Wingbar, quality alloy parts for dirt jump and slopestyle riding. The Swarm Stem has laser etched graphics on its CNC machined body. With a stack height of 30mm, it has a zero degree rise and uses standard mounts. Part of the DMRCOLOUR components, the Swarm Stem has an anodized finish that gives off a shiny appearance yet has a notable anti-scratch quality. Weighing 265 grams, the Swarm Stem is available in red, blue, purple, grey, green and black colors. Retail price is $65.

The Wingbar is made from 6061 heat-treated alloy. The handlebar is double-butted, tapered and bulging in its shape with 38mm rise. DMR made it tough enough to be used on XC, single track and BSX with 726mm in width. Together with the Swarm Stem, the Wingbar comes from the DMRCOLOUR group. This makes it scratch-proof with anodized finish. It has two…

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The U.S. Consumer Product Safety recently announced the recall of the 2011 Giant Bicycles Anthem 29ers as it was discovered that the Anthem’s frame on the model 1, 2 and 3 has a risk of cracking at the juncture of the seat tube and top tube. There are no injuries reported by CSPC relating to this particular defect at the moment.

About 370 Anthem 2011 Giant Bicycles with sizes small, medium and large were on sale sometime in August. All takers or owners are cautioned to refrain from using the bicycle until they have contacted an authorized Giant dealer, Giant Bicycle Inc., of Newbury Park, California, USA or Giant Manufacturing Co. Ltd., Taiwan at its website regarding this specific factory defect or mal-condition.

Consumers are advised to immediately stop using the bike and to contact a Giant dealer for free inspection and repair. For further information, you can call toll-free…

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The Rapha + Paul Smith version of the Rapha Essentials Case is now available to the market. This leather case is perfect for small tools and spares that follow you around.

Rapha + Paul Smith Essentials Case has bound seams and is lined with a loud purple and black polka dot pattern on one side and on the other side is the “The freedom of the open road” motto especially handwritten by Paul Smith himself.

The Rapha + Paul Smith Essentials Case is large enough to fit any spare inner tube, levers, gas cylinder or even an average-sized multi-tool or a handy phone, while an inner small pocket was intended to hold credit cards or IDs.

The case’s outer bearing has the embossed Rapha + Paul Smith logos at a price of $60.00.

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The 2011 Turner 5.Spot features an aluminum frame with dw-link suspension for enduro trail and XC riding. It has a Fox 32 Float Fit RLC 150mm travel fork with RP23 shock and Formula RX brakes. Slacker than previous models, it now has a 67.7 degrees head angle. There is also an option for an upgrade to TALAS (Travel Adjuster Linier Air Spring) fork.

With zero stack toptube, bars, stem and seatpost are from Raceface Evolve. The Turner 5.Spot has separate cable guides, with laser etched graphics and SLX 3×10 drivetrain. It comes with DT wheelset, Continental Trail King 2.2 tires and RaceFace Evolve bars, stem and seatpost.

The Turner 5.Spot has a Cane Creek S3 headset and 44XX on the bottom. Other components on the trail bike includes WTB Rocket V saddle and soft ODI grips. Weighing 28.7 lbs (medium), the trail-kit retails for $4598.

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Chromag releases its latest frame for 2011, the Aperture. Due in March, the Aperture is a mid-weight frame that is ideal for all-mountain and XC riding. Lightweight at 5.65 lbs, the frame uses Sanko chromo tubing that’s custom made to match the CNC dropouts, polished stainless steel ISCG tabs and headtube badge.

The Aperture’s geometry follows that of Chromag’s Samurai frame, which is optimized for 120-140mm forks. It has a headset size of 1.125 inches and a seatpost size of 27.2mm. Bottom bracket height is at 12.25 inches and a BB shell of 68mm. The chainstay length is 16.5 inches while 4.5-inch headtube can give a 68 degree head angle with 71 degree seat tube angle for 125mm travel fork.

Retail price is £475 and the frame can now be pre-ordered. The 2011 Chromag Aperture will be available in sizes of S, M, L and XL and in colors of…

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The Specialized BG Radiator Glove is specifically designed to keep the hands of mountain bikers numb-free. It features the Body Geometry Gel Pad that contours your hand, protecting your ulnar nerve from pressure. A specific thickness was incorporated in the Radiator glove with O-Foam knuckle pads that are perforated to keep the heat away from your knuckles.

The BG Radiator glove features a mesh top and an Absorbent Microwipe™ thumb for removing sweat. For better flex on the fingers, the Radiator glove has split flex zones with thermoplastic finger protection welded on them. Making sure that the glove can fit anyone’s wrist without making it too tight or too loose, micro cuff Velcro straps are there for easy adjustment.

The Specialized BG Radiator Glove in black and slate retails for $45…

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