The SB1 Boombox from SkullyBoom makes a sound return to the limelight. For those that are curious, the SB1 is a portable amplified speaker system that works great with just about any audio device like your iPod or iPhone.

This gadget will definitely be enjoyed by audiophiles who want to listen to their music while riding their city bike. On the plus side, it also looks cool.

The SkullyBoom SB1 features a high quality speaker that provides that extra boom for its listener. It’s also got its own built-in amplifier and ruggedized housing and sports a belt clip. They run a lithium-ion battery.

Finally, you can also get the SB1 in various colors, including DIY White, Dr. X Black, Laz-E Blue, Buggin’ Purple, Meany Greenie and Squinty Pink.

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It has been previously noted that Banshee is currently working on a 29er. It is said to be called the 2012 Banshee Prime. 50 frames are to be tested and will undergo the same process as the Legend Mkl. The Prime is intended to be a 29er, which is strong and stiff specially designed for excellent mountain riding of all aspects. The 130mm travel of the Prime will seem to be more like 150 to 160mm if you are used to riding 29ers.

The Banshee Prime will be most playful due to its planned aggressive seat angle and short chainstays but with optimized weight distribution to manage control during technical climbs. Stability and control on high speed descents is one of the targeted objectives to achieve because of its low geometry.

The Prime’s suspension linkage uses the best elements of the VF4B link but minimizes the rotation of the shock…

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What makes a cycling jacket worthy? Seeking out the perfect jacket is so important ’cause nothing beats the essence of being comfortable on a ride. The best jacket really depends on the kind of cycling preferred.

As for the 2012 Adidas Cycling Jacket, it’s great when used for daily commuting. Made from ClimaProof fabric, the Adidas jacket is water repellent. Specially designed with a hood that can be stored in the collar to maximize comfort, the jacket features an invisible zip for underarm ventilation and a dropped hem for maximum protection. Its neon green colorway makes it a safe choice on the roads, too.

Furthermore, built with two front welt pockets and one back pocket, the 2012 Adidas Cycling Jacket comes with a reflective silver pipping and reflective silver cycling pictogram on the back….

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One of the most popular gloves on today’s cycling makret are the SixSixOne Raji gloves. And now it has come to its evolution. In other words, it’s been given a makeover.

Known for its best fitting and well-ventilated gloves, the 2011 SixSixOne Raji Inspiral gloves are now even better than ever and come in new designs. It is made with more breathable and synthetic fabric. Aside from its well known use of a thin well ventilated mesh back, the streamlined pull on compression cuff adds more comfort. The gloves are built with a palm area, which are extremely thin and made of Tactile in .5mm synthetic leather and fingertips made with a direct printed grip for extra maximum control. It also comes with elastic strap on its wrist without Velcro.

Expected to be out this February 2011, available sizes are XS, S, M, L, XL, and XXL. Five color—black,…

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A lightweight, aggressive Norco Team DH race bike is expected to be released in 2012 or 2013. The designer of this bike is Owen Pemberton, who used to work for Rolls Royce aerospace. The focus of the design was to make the back end as laterally stiff as possible.

A Syntace X12 rear axle system was used featuring a full 360″ contact on both dropouts, resulting in an unbelievably stiff setup. Without being agricultural, the smooth flowing tubes are made minimal. Boosting the structure of the Team DH race bike are some hydro-forming techniques.

In the frame, weight is saved in un-sprung areas and other areas where it is safe. The geometry of the Team DH race bike is designed to become more modern and aggressive by making it slightly lower and slacker. FSR design, which is not a floating shock, puts some twists to the geometry.

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What makes the 2011 Rapha Riding Trousers ideal pants for comfortable riding is its fabric. These pants’ fabric are lightweight, breathable stretch-cotton based. Slim-fitting pants by Rapha, they are designed both for function and for fashion.

When it comes to function, Rapha Riding Trousers are crafted to be cooperative with the saddle, making for a comfortable ride. With its slender cut, these trousers don’t flop so there’s little risk of them getting caught in the sprocket or on the saddle nose.

Also making the Rapha Riding Trousers cooperative with the saddle are the microfiber seat and inner thighs. Bothersome chafing can be avoided thanks to the strategic positioning of the inside leg seams.

To make sure the riding trousers will not slip off when riding, the inside of the waistband is finished with soft gripper tape. An extended hook and eye closure integrated in the waistband keep the front of the…

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Hand built in the US with precision and skill and tested by the Kenda Pro Cycling GEARGRINDER team, the 2011 Mercury M3 wheelset features a beautiful 6/4 titanium freehub body from White Industry hubs as well as an oversized 15mm axle and a 24 point engagement.

The wheel spokes employ Sapim CX-Ray bladed spokes to enforce a proper strength to weight ratio and better aerodynamics. This 39mm carbon set also weighs 1150 grams, easily making it one of the lighter wheelsets available to the market right now. While the reviewed item was the clincher wheelset, Mercury Bikes also boasts of the traditional tubular wheelsets both of which would still have a wide flange and Carbon specific brake pads and Mercury’s wheelbag.

While most wheelsets pay little attention to a wheel’s nipples, the 2011 Mercury M3 clincher focuses on nipples by adding DT Pro Lock nipples, which are tougher and lighter than…

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