Pinarello Prince Bike Review
January 20, 2009 by admin
Filed under Bikes, Pinarello, Road Bike Equipment/Clothing
This may very well be the best pro-level road race bike available. The Prince track record certainly speaks for itself as it has been riden by some of the best pros in the business and riden by teams like T-mobile. The aerodynamic carbon fiber frame is faster than traditional round tube frame at the same wattage. Not only is it more efficient, but the design simply looks really cool. The drawback of course is the price tag. Be prepared to drop some serious dough on this elite machine.
Merlin Cyrene Bike Review
January 20, 2009 by admin
Filed under Bikes, Merlin, Road Bike Equipment/Clothing
Maybe one of the coolest aluminum frames ever with laser etched art work all over it. It almost looks like the bike is tatooed. Of course it comes with decent components for the price point as is typical of Merlin bikes and would make a great bike for the recreational road rider who has a few tatoos too.
Calnago C-50 Bike Review
January 20, 2009 by admin
Filed under Bikes, Colnago, Road Bike Equipment/Clothing
A carbon fiber bike made from the same carbon used in the Ferrari formula-1 race cars should be good right? Ya, it is. It is in fact the most popular carbon fiber bike in the Colnago line. The frame is unique in that it has some cut-outs in the chain stays that reduce road vibration. It is traditional in that it continues to use the usual rounded tube design rather than any sort of aero tubing. We recommend a ride on this one if you are considering an upper level carbon bike.
2009 Road Bike Race Schedule
January 15, 2009 by admin
Filed under Bike Race Schedule
Here are quite a few of the upcoming, 2009, Road cycling races and events for the United States. Links should take you to the official website for each event. Bookmark this page and check back often as we will be updating this page as the year gets started. Many race dates are not yet published and some may not even take place due to funding issues. Check in frequently for updates. Most of these are NRC and other pro races.
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February 14-16 Amgen Tour of California Women’s Stage Race; Various, California
March 26-29 Redlands Bicycle Classic Both men and women; Redlands, CA
April 16-19 Sea Otter Classic Both men and women; Monterey, CA
April 26 Dana Point Grand Prix of Cycling Both men and women; Dana Point, CA
April 29-May 3 Tour of the Gila Both men and women; Silver City, NM
May 2 Sunny King Criterium Both men and women; Anniston, AL
May 3 Nalley Historic Roswell Criterium Both men and women; Roswell, GA
May 7-10 Joe Martin Stage Race Both men and women; Fayetteville, AR
May 11-17 Oregon Pro Cycling Classic Both men and women; Portland, OR
May 16 Bank of America Wilmington Grand Prix Both men and women; Wilmington, DE
May 17 Kelly Cup Men; Baltimore, MD
May 24 Tour de Leelanau Women; Leelanau, MI
May 25 Tour of Somerville Both men and women; Somerville, NJ
May 30 CSC Invitational Both men and women; Arlington, VA
May 30-31 U.S. Air Force Cycling Classic Men; Arlington, VA
May 29-31 Tulsa Tough Both men and women; Tulsa, OK
June 7 Liberty Classic Women; Philadelphia, PA
June 10-14 Nature Valley Grand Prix Both men and women; Various, MN
June 21 Tour de Winghaven Men; St Louis, MO
June 28 Manhattan Beach Grand Prix Both Manhattan Beach CA
July 2-5 Fitchburg Longsjo Classic Both men and women; Fitchburg, MA
July 13-19 The International Tour De Toona Both men and women; Various, PA
July 18 Boise Twilight Criterium Men; Boise, ID
July 22-26 Cascade Cycling Classic Both men and women; Bend, OR
July 26 Chicago Criterium Men; Chicago, IL
July31-August 3 Tour of Elk Grove Men; Elk Grove Village, IL
August 8 Presbyterian Hospital Invitational Both men and women; Charlotte, NC
August 9 Hanes Park Classic Both men and women; Winston Salem, NC
August 18-23 Tour of Utah Men; Various, UT
August 22 Marion Classic Riverwalk Criterium Both men and women; Marion, IN
August 23 ING Direct Capital Criterium powered by CycleLife Men; Washinton, DC
August 30 Chris Thater Memorial Both men and women; Binghamton, NY
September 5 San Franciso Twilight Criterium Both men and women; San Francisco, CA
September 7 US 100k Classic Both men and women; Atlanta, GA
September 12 Priority Health Grand Cycling Classic presented by SpectrumHealth Women; Grand Rapids, MI
September 13 Priority Health Ann Arbor Cycling Classic presented bySaint Joseph Mercy Medical System Women; Ann Arbor, MI
Customized Road Bikes
January 15, 2009 by admin
Filed under Cycling Articles, Featured
You will find that no other bike is like one that is customized for you. It is the right fit for your body, including the right weight, height, and feel, and it is made with the right parts and components. A customized bike will be more expensive, but it will be well worth the money because it will ride better and be more comfortable.
One of the first things that you need to decide upon is the top tube. If you have a longer torso, then you will want a bicycle with a longer top tube. You can choose to get a handlebar stem that is longer, but if you do this, then you will need to sit so that your weight will be focused on the front wheel. This may affect the control and handling of your bike, so you may not want to do this. Choosing a bike with a longer top tube would be a much better choice for you.
Woman may find that longer top tubes are not very comfortable because it may cause them to have to stretch to reach the handlebar. This may cause them to turn the stem backwards or they can choose to get a seat post that is longer and a bike stem that can be raised higher.
Bicycles come in a few standard heights. The shorter height is approximately 47 cm and the taller height is 63 cm. You may find that some of the bicycle manufacturers make bikes that are 40 cm for women to ride, but the tubing is usually of a standard size, which makes the ride uncomfortable. To determine which height fits you the best, you will need to try out several of the bikes.
The frame is one consideration, but the handlebar can have a big impact upon the bike’s feel as well. The handlebar needs to be at the right depth and width so that it feels right and so that you can control the bike properly. It should be comfortable to ride during races and long distance rides as well. A 73-degree angle is the optimum angle for the head and seat tube for maximum stability.
You will also find that parts like hubs, the headset, bottom bracket, and the seat post are also important facets of your bike. By choosing more lightweight features, you will find that your bike is easier to control and it will go much faster.
Now that you have a bike that fits your body and your needs, you can also add in your personality to aesthetically make it into the bike of your dreams. Adding your own personal touches can be the most fun part of customizing your bike.
It sounds like a dream to have the bike that you have always wanted, but it can cost you quite a bit of money if you are not careful. The fitting costs and special components can cost quite a bit and add in the cost of assembling this custom bike and you could be looking at quite a bill. By making your decisions carefully, you will be able to get the bike that you want and that fits your budget.
By Andrew Caxton
Andrew Caxton is a consultant who writes on many consumer topics like cycling for http://www.bikecyclingreviews.com. Find more publications about road bike reviews at his website.
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