Bontrager Race XXX Lite Carbon Triathlon Aerobar is one of the lightest and fastest bars available on the market today. The full carbon Race XXX Lite Aerobar was originally developed for and wind tunnel tested by the Discovery Channel team. Now, after being tested and approved by the best in the Pro Tour, this bar is definitely a true wind drag reducer. The Bontrager item features an exclusive low profile and ultra lightweight carbon Aerobars. This bar is not only lightweight. It is also sleek and aero.

The extensions and armrests of the Bontrager Race XXX Lite Carbon Triathlon Aerobar are fully adjustable. These extensions and armrests allow easy dialing in the most comfortable aero position possible. It also meets standard UCI’s 3:1 aspect ratio for aero bars, so it is approved to be used both on road and triathlon bikes. Features include high compression carbon and its main structure…

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Swiss bike producer Zaboo Bikes has introduced for 2011 one of their new models, the 29er hardtailed carbon fiber built Zombie bike.

The Zamboo’s Zombie sports a 12k carbon fiber structure along with an in-frame cable routing and is currently available right now in sizes ranging from 17, 19 and even 21”. Color choices include Green, white and black and is priced at $1729.

The bike’s fork uses a Rock Shox Reba team while the frame weighs around 1400g. Mountain bike enthusiasts can order in advance through Zaboo’s official website….

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Panaracer tires are known as high quality bicycle tires. These tires are specially designed for crucial split-second track races. They can perform well in different purposes such as a long, epic road race, MTB races and even a personal ride. In 2010, the Trailraker was presented as the best winter trail tire on the market. Now, it is back in 2011 and is still ideal for muddy winter riding.

2011 Panaracer Trailraker offers maximum winter grip on wet rocks, greasy roots, soft mud and cambers. This type of tire has mid-height spikes and dual-compound rubber and is lightweight. Because it is lightweight, it has a good accelerating power.

Crafted with top-quality compound technology, 2011 Panaracer Trailraker tire offers excellent performance on track, trail, or road. For winter riding that consists of more than just trail centers, these tires show great performance in dealing with the tremendous mud. …

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Bored with your plain old stationary bike? Ever wanted to coast along cobblestone paths from halfway around the globe? There’s a brilliant Google Earth hack for cyclists and word is going around about it. If the rain and snow have recently dampened your plans of training in the great outdoors or you’re just plain uncomfortable cycling outside with all those cars around, then by all means keep reading!

Google Bike, as more are calling it so, is a virtual biking experience. It lets you ride around almost anywhere in the world with just a computer, a bike, simple electronic components and some knowledge in software hacking. Imagine coasting along a rustic path in North-Eastern Italy in the comfort of your own home. What happens is that through a cadence sensor that measures the crank rotation and an analog joystick attached to the handlebars that dictates the…

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Scotland is bidding to host the 2017 Tour de France opening time trial.

Event Scotland, the national events agency of Scotland, reveals that hosting the time-trial stage of cycling’s most prestigious competition would cost approximately £5 million ($7.8 million US), but could generate £100 million to the Scottish economy. Paul Bush, chief executive of Event Scotland, said that they already had three meetings with the race organizers about a possible bid. Christian Prudhomme, the Tour director, is also considering bids from Japan, the United States and the Middle East.

Bush said that to bring the Grand Depart Tour de France to Scotland, which is one of the greatest sporting events every year, in 2017 would be a huge coup. Possible locations for the Grand Depart, the first part of the race, could take place on roads between Edinburgh and Glasgow.

In 2014, Glasgow will be hosting the Commonwealth Games…

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If you’ve ever wanted to build a custom bike fit exactly to your needs and wants, Trek’s Project One just might be the thing you’re looking for.  The Trek Project One Custom Bike Program allows you to turn your biking ideas into reality by letting you customize your own set. Building your own bike is now at your fingertips in three easy steps:

Create It:

This is where you get to build your bike up from scratch. Just pick your overall options, a paint scheme you fancy and maybe even throw in your own name for it.  Once that’s all taken care of, just send your idea to a Trek dealer.

Complete It:

Head on over to your local Trek dealer to make adjustments and fine-tune your specs, sizes and colors with the help of a Trek Project One Pro Fit Consult. Make your downpayment to seal the deal.

Ride It:

Once it’s all done,…

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With only a few days left to prepare for the start of the 2011 season particularly, the first race of the year, the Santos Tour Down Under, Team Radio Shack has unveiled its new look for the year.

2011 is looking up for the Team Radio Shack Jersey. Aside from last year’s announcement of eight new riders to the team, including three time green jersey winner of the Tour de France, Robbie McEwen, plus South Africa’s Robbie Hunter, the news that this will be the legendary Lance Armstrong’s last professional season is also adding to the excitement.

With January 16, 2011 looming very close, it’s high time to show your support for the great Mr. Armstrong and the 2011 Team Radio Shack Jersey.

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