Officine Firenze Milani has created exquisitely designed wooden bike handlebars for 2011. Individually selected materials were used in order to come up with wooden handlebars of the highest caliber on the market.

The wonderful design of the handlebars are achieved by the semi-gloss finish, the natural grain of every teak, as well as mahogany, walnut, and ash layer. Without sacrificing comfort, structural reinforcement and a fine industrial accent are offered by its bisection of aluminum but gloves may be required by longer rides.

Made in Italy, the 2011 Officine Firenze Milani Wooden Bike Handlebars are inspired by the elegant vintage bikes that tour the streets of Florence. Each design features different personalities. This can be the ultimate accent any bike can ever have.

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Whyte has added three 29er bikes to its 2012 range with two carbon models, the 29er CS and 29er C, and one aluminum, the 829. The carbon fiber frame made for these bikes is one of the best 29er hadtails on the market in terms of aesthetics.

Not only is the frame designed to offer maximum comfort. It can provide the best power transfer as well. Moreover, this high performance frame guarantees slab-sided chainstays, nerve-racking huge bottom bracket junction, and huge square profiled downtube.

With the Press Fit BB30, both the bottom bracket and the downtube of the 2012 Whyte 29er Bikes are made as wide as possible. From the tapered head tube to the carbon dropouts, there is a visual link created by the top tube, which flawlessly flows into the slender seat stays.

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A perfect blend of aesthetics and toughness, the RXC Pro is one of the most exciting 2012 cyclocross machines. This cyclocross bike from Seattle-based Raleigh USA features a full carbon frameset that comes with the SRAM Rival components of highest quality.

Along with the RXC, the RXC Pro is one of the two Raleigh carbon models for 2012. Sharp curve and unexpected obstacles can be tackled by its tight and stiff frame very well. The bike’s essential design adjustments include dual-option brakes and the flat underneath the top tube.

An all-terrain machine with a smooth matte black finish, the 2012 Raleigh RXC Pro Cyclocross Bike offers both beauty and performance. At an average level price, this cyclocross bike from Raleigh is a top-of-the-line machine at an affordable cost.

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Aside from decreased friction and weight, the CeramicSpeed Mavic 1 Wheel Bearings also features better longevity as compared to standard steel bearings. This is why the HTC-Highroad team uses these ceramic bearings.

For riders who have a race bike that has been tuned to perfection in all of its parts, an upgrade with CeramicSpeed Mavic 1 Wheel Bearings will be the best way to save each last bit of performance. However, the question is whether these wheel bearings work well for the average rider or not.

The cost of this bearings upgrade does not seem to be a wise investment for the average rider. In terms of weight, the gains appear to be less significant with 64g total weight of the five removed bearings and the ceramics that weighs in at 50….

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For riders who are looking for a jersey for classic road cyclists, the perfect garment is the 2011 Duff Beer Road Cycling Jersey from Foska. This jersey features a sport cut, which is comfortable but is not too tight. It is easy-care machine washable at 40°.

Featuring high performance, the breathable Coolmax of the jersey keeps the rider comfortable and fresh. Its long back is also designed to keep the rider warm. Then, when it gets hot, a 3/4 length zip allows the wind to come in.

One of the best classic short sleeve road jerseys on the market today, the 2011 Foska Duff Beer Road Cycling Jersey is ideal for racing, commuting, touring, and training. Other features are three deep pockets at the rear and prints that are fade-free.

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A new frame for 2012 has been released by Bianchi called Methanol SX2. As compared to the previous model, this frame is minimally altered featuring new graphics, new tapered headset, and mounting of the rear brake. Both well done, the frame and its painting come with an excellent cable routing.

Also well assembled is the common blend of components Magura and FSA. What remains unchanged in the frame is its geometry so it still features a great balance between stability and handling. With a new headset, chassis rigidity is improved and the steering response to given commands is increased.

For those who want to assemble a bike at a reasonable price but of high quality, the 2012 Bianchi Methanol SX2 Frame is the perfect choice. Featuring amazing comfort, the frame features a San Marco saddle that ensures a good support to the rider’s buttock.

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Included in the 2012 range of saddles from Prologo is the Scratch Nack. Quality has been enhanced very well without raising the price much, with the EV2 multi-density padding and machined bases featured in the entire Prologo saddle range.

The changes the entire range has undergone are both cosmetic and technical. While producing the Scratch Nack design is quite expensive, first-rate qualities are guaranteed making it ideal for riders who are looking for maximum comfort combined with excellent performance.

A stiff and light carbon fiber hull and a woven Kevlar’s bonded-in section are combined by the range-topping 2012 Prologo Scratch Pro Nack Saddle, the bonded-in section of the woven Kevlar molds to the backside for ultimate comfort.
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