With a combined Italian aesthetics and custom tailored component kit, the 2011 Wilier Izoard XP/SRAM Force is a complete bike that features both style and function. Maximum performance is guaranteed by solid components, including SRAM Force and Mavic K10 Wheelset.

Designed with full carbon monocoque construction, the Izoard XP is built exclusively from Toray carbon. It is standard to have it with a Wilier Monocoque carbon fork with an aluminum steerer. The bike has an English bottom bracket, a 31.6mm seatpost, and a 34.9mm clamp on front derailleur.

Named after the most legendary pass in the French Alps, the Col d’Izoard, the 2011 Wilier Izoard XP/SRAM Force is one great complete bike. Available in white/red, the bike comes in six sizes ranging from X-Small to XX-Large.

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Easton introduced a 26″ XC wheelset called EA90 XC Disc this 2011. This wheelset is a product of the XC One Wheelset and the Haven Wheelset. Like the Haven, the EA90 XC 26″ wheels, which are about 90g lighter, are UST approved.

The UST logo indicates that the EA90 wheels are guaranteed tubeless compatible. Moreover, to meet the rigorous standards, the wheels feature all of the shaping and structural requirements. A UST tire can be practically seated on these wheels with just a floor pump or by hand.

New hubs were made for the 2011 Easton 26″ EA90 XC Disc Wheelset with both hubshells aluminum and anodized red machined. In the hub, the straight-pull Sapim double-butted spokes are placed in a 3-cross pattern. The front is available in 15mm thru-axle and standard quick release versions.

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An environmentally friendly cycling garment, the 2011 Nalini Nespolo Jacket is made of mantoVent fabric with Rete Power material. This means that the fabric is made from recycled bottles. Breathable mesh inserts are added for better ventilation.

While the skinny polyester fabric blocks the wind, the fabric is fairly breathable. Also, the fabric features an anti-droplet treatment that makes the jacket water repellent. With a racing cut, the jacket has a high collar and elasticated waist and cuffs.

Highly effective, the 2011 Nalini Nespolo Jacket is a topnotch lightweight windproof jacket. It is small enough to fit into a jersey internal pocket. When the rider needs to keep the cool air out, this cycling jacket makes a substantial difference to the body temperature.

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A new line of carbon-aluminum wheels from Campagnolo officially called “Campagnolo Carbon-Aluminum Aerodynamic Bullet Wheels” features an aerodynamic wheelset, which is most definitely a sign of bigger things to come next year.

The new set of wheels called the “Bullet” series utilizes a 2-Way Fit system over their new carbon rim with an aluminum brake track.

The wheels themselves get a visually striking new look, which features a super slick and slim rim profile that was added in to increase the low pressure section at the back of the tire. The new design was also integral in minimizing the high pressure zone located in the front of the wheel. Cleverly using aerodynamics to their advantage, the new wheels from Campagnolo, the wheels get pushed with less friction and resistance and even reduces the turbulence.

To help thin the wheel’s rims, Campagnolo also introduces the new “Direction Rim Spoke Coupling” to the…

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Yeti bikes has officially released new details regarding their latest addition to their long line of super trail bikes in the form of the new 2011 Yeti SB-66.

The new bike features the latest technology called Switch technology, a new bike technology that utilizes a dual link design that improves the rider’s pedaling power while at the same time still giving the rider the comfort that they would need during downhill and uphill trail.

So how exactly will the new technology work for the Yeti SB-66? The dual link tech moves the lower pivot of the bike’s swing arm to help continually move it throughout the ride. From the normal position, the dual link revolves counter clockwise together with the axle, which initially moves backwards.

Changing the shock midstroke helps flatten the leverage ration slightly, which in turn provides a responsive feeling while in control. Moving the dual link system past midstroke…

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With less weight and more aesthetics and a 9 speed set up, the DMR Reptoid 9 Speed is one of the must have machines of 2011. This upgraded complete bike owes its reduced weight and better looks to its topnotch components.

Included in these high-quality components are DMR alloy Wingbars, 80mm Marzocchi DJ forks, and Zip grips on the front end. The frame features 135mm rear hub spacing, heat treated down-tube, disc mount, augmented tire clearance, and a reinforced tube gusset head tube.

Also featured by this lightweight complete bike are the new light skinwall Supermoto tires, light DMR DeeVee wheels, and Tektro disc brakes. Whether it is street riding or dirt, the 2011 DMR Reptoid 9 Speed Bike can surely deliver.

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The Endura Convert II can simply be summed up into a few words – nice and comfy.

The new Convert II from Endura is first and foremost a waterproof jacket that can be used to both keep you warm and protect you from running in the rain and getting soaked.

A surprising feature with this new jacket is that it is lightweight thanks to 2.5 layer waterproofed/breathable fabric complete with detachable sleeves.

The jacket also looks exceptionally trendy and modern with twin front pockets and zip rear pockets.

To keep you safe even when riding during evenings, the Endura Convert II features a 360 degree reflective surface to help make drivers aware of your presence on the road.

It is also available in various sizes including small, medium, large, xtra large and XXL and is currently priced at $200….

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