Bike messengers worldwide will be happy to learn that new for 2011, Kryptonite launches the Evolution Mini-7 U-Lock with a KryptoFlex Cable. Designed to meet anti-theft needs, the Evolution Mini has a 13mm MAX-Performance steel bolt that can withstand attempts of cutting or pounding. It measures 3.25″ x 5.5″, which is why it’s named Mini, but comes with a security rating of 9 equaling superior protection.

The Evolution Mini comes with a KryptoFlex Cable, great for safeguarding your expensive wheels. The lock’s cylinder is protected with a rotating dustcover and it uses a center keyway as a defense from leverage attacks. The Mini also features anti-rattle bumpers, reinforced cuff, an EZ Mount transportation bracket and a Bent Foot design.

Priced at $64.95…

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If you’re scrounging for a Holiday gift for a friend or significant other, Chrome has you covered with its Cobra and Pasha cycling jackets. The cobra is a men’s exclusive release, while the Pasha is for women.

Weighing in at a light 1.3 pounds, Chrome‘s Cobra and Pasha jackets feature 100% merino wool but with a fleece merino backing. As you may already know, merino will keep you warm while deterring moisture away from the skin.

The small details that Chrome added is a benefit for any cyclist. For example hidden hand warmer pockets are on the front, a pocket on the wrist for a bike lock key and a back cargo pack with a concealed zip.

A part of Chrome’s 2010 Best of Holiday gift list, you can purchase the Cobra or Pasha for $160.

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The Claudio Bib Shorts from Castelli guarantees exceptional protection and warmth for winter riding. Made with its NanoFlex technology, the Claudio Bib Shorts are a water-repellent gem. It also blocks out that clammy cold feeling after moisture gets in. Its wicking fabric provides a quick drying fix and insulating warmth with the NanoFlex coating that lets the moisture slide off the fabric instead of soaking it in.

The bib shorts have its KISS 3 chamois padding for all-day comfort while riding. It also has breathable mesh straps, gel grippers and reflective tabs for visibility. Keeping you warm, dry and safe, the Claudio Bib Shorts comes in six sizes (S, M, L, XL, XXL and XXL) and in color black. MSRP is $129.99….

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From Italian manufacturer Marzocchi this 2011 comes its Carbon 44 fork. Made for cross-country/trail, it is made with forged alloy crown and carbon fiber mold covered with a magnesium shell. It offers 150mm of travel and is 200 grams lighter than the Marzocchi 44 Micro Ti QR15.

The Carbon 44 features different steer tube options from 1-1/8″ and tapered 1-1/8″ to 1.5″. It has air volume adjustable options for weight specifications and a titanium coil negative spring to decrease the effect of friction. Tapered 32mm aluminum rods are nickel-plated and post-mount disc tabs are also incorporated in its design. It can use 15mm thru-axle dropouts only.

TST micro damping system is also used on the Carbon 44, which includes a compression threshold lock and rebound adjusters. The aluminum knobs are anodized. MSRP is $1000 with weight of 1600 grams….

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Shelter is the first protection tape that absorbs shock as well as keep your bicycle frame abrasion free. This impact dispersal medium protects the frame from instances when rocks are thrown against the frame through the front wheel of the bike. Carbon fiber frames are often victims of these type of hits that can often lead to bike injury.

Shelter works not only on the frame but on other parts of the bike like chainstays and areas that get damaged due to different sorts of impact. Shelter functions to diminish the force given to the frame with its visco-elastomeric material. Each transparent sheet has 50 layers of netting that catches the force of impact hits. The sheet recovers after absorbing the force, protecting the surface underneath it.

Tests conducted from a light bulb covered in Shelter and a 24 oz. hammer showed that Shelter protected the bulb at a force of…

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Spencer Ivy launches its 2011 e-bikes, the Spencer and the Ivy. Both commuter bikes run on Shimano Alfine 8-speed gears, Panasonic Lithium-ion 26volt 10 AH battery and a 250watt brushless motor that’s midmounted. There are 3 levels of assistance for the Panasonic motor and Spencer Ivy, which alows for as far as 50 miles before the need for recharging.

The e-bikes run with Shimano Deore XT brakes, Continental TopContact tires, Shimano hubs and LED lights from Busch and Muller.

The Spencer and the Ivy comes with a Pletscher EasyFix rear carrier and spring hinges, ABUS frame lock, a rear kick-stand and color-matched chainguard and mudguards. The Spencer has a 50cm frame made from aluminum while the Ivy comes in two sizes of 45cm and 49cm.

The 2011 Spencer Ivy E-bikes can be personalized with a Basil wicker basket for the front or a Pletscher child seat. MSRP for each bike is £1,895.00.

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Aimed for dirt jump riding, the 2011 Manitou Circus comes with a new casting and crown. The crown is made from forged aluminum to match its aluminum steerer. Manitou uses the Absolute+ damping system to fit the Jumpstack shim kit for dirt jump.

Strong and durable, the 2011 Circus has air preload adjustments, lockout and rebound, and compression adjustments. With a firm air spring and 32mm straight wall aluminum stanchions, the Circus slices across the market with 80mm, 100mm and 130mm travel configurations.

The 2011 Circus Expert weighs 4.7lbs, features a 20mm Hex Lock for hub/axle, double bottom out bumpers and 4 decal sheets. The 2011 Circus Comp weighs 5.32lbs, cromoly stanchions, firm spring with mechanical preload and 9mm dropouts for solid axle hubs.

MSRP for the Expert is $449 while the Comp fetches $339. A clown nose comes with the 2011 Circus forks….

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