Happy New Year!

This year has gone by so fast! but now it's 2010 and I have so many goals in mind and on the way to. I hope this year is even better. Be safe!

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Lots of Bike Porn

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Sigma Dp2

The Sigma Dp2 is such an amazing camera. Very compact for the picture quality it has. It would be perfect to have to carry around rather then D5000. weight matters when you carry it all day on your back

HERE is proof of its awesomeness

Merry Christmas

Velodrome racing

Velodrome

I really wish we had a Velodrome in town. I would be on it everyday

2010 Raleigh Rush Hour Pro

I was a fan of the old Rush Hour Pro's but thing is just so nice. Super tight geometry and lots of sexy curves. I want one


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Bike porn

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Night

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Stay warm!

1. Dress in Layers

Layers provide options when cycling in the cold if the weather warms up or if you are overdressed. A base layer that wicks sweat and keeps moisture away from the skin and an outer layer protecting from wind and precipitation are necessities. In between, wear fleece or other fabric that retains heat. Boot covers that are waterproof keep out snow and slush and keep feet protected. Hats and helmet covers prevent loss of heat through the head. Gloves designed for winter biking keep fingers and hands warm and able to control and brake. Goggles and a face mask shield from wind damage and skin chapping. No visible skin is a good rule to follow. Winter winds and weather chaps exposed skin.

2. Drink Up

Hydration is important even when it's cold outside and you're not as thirsty. Many times athletes forget to properly hydrate when exercising in cold temperatures. Your body requires just as much fluids as when it's hot, but it's not as obvious as in higher temperatures. Get a fluid system that resists freezing in low temperatures. Finding your water supply frozen stiff is a quick way to get dehydrated while winter biking.

3. Don't Risk It

Never cycle when it's icy or temperatures get severely cold. The same is true if a storm is near. It's not worth it to get a ride in if it's risking your life. Either hop on the trainer for a ride or find another indoor activity to get your heart rate up. Wrecking your bike on a patch of ice is a recipe for disaster, for both you and your bike.

4. Be Prepared

Always take a cell phone in case of emergency. Winter weather is unpredictable, so make sure someone always knows where you are and is available to come help if necessary. Leave a map of the route and the time of departure so that if you're not back in a reasonable amount of time, someone can find you. Take an adequate supply of fluid and snacks, and all the normal repair gear you'd take, such as a spare tire, pump and tools.

5. Have Fun

Cold weather cycling is fun. It's a great way to get out of the house and get your exercise at a time you normally wouldn't want to be outside. As long as you take the proper precautions (and exercise indoors if cold weather is severe), there's no need to worry.

Via LiveStrong.com

Nitto RB-021

I love these bars.

Coiln's Pista Concept

I'm really diggn this jam jam. the Chub hub's and b43's look awesome. along with all the stickers just bring this thing to a different level

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Bike Porn!

Hufnagel Cycles

Sixty miles

Bents Schwinn bike shop

Photos by Max Hill

Pursuit

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Bob Jackson

This ride is super cool but I can't imagine how hard it would be to ride in the streets. I guess that's why it's not meant for that

Bike porn

I lost the link to this thing but it is amazing. Probably the tightest geo. i've ever seen

WMTC 2009

World Masters Track Championships 2009 from John Colette on Vimeo.

Odd

VS

Two different things of the same.

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Today

Photos taken by Max Hill

strange lights

Taken by Max Hill

When coming home last night the sky was lite up behind my house. Thinking this be some event or party or something I rode my bike closer to it to try and find out what it was. To find these two lights in a field. As far as I could see there was nothing under or around these two lights. When I woke up I went back to see that their was nothing there. I still don't know what it was

I hate Leaders

Now if I'm not mistaken these handlebar stem combo is about $400 now why the hell would you ever put really $$$ XC handlesbars on a Leader TT bike? Also 55/15 gearing on a TT bike in L.A. and to add to that pedal straps and not toe clips. Annnnnddd a Patrick Star toy thing hanging from the saddle

this guy has made it to that guy status

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TCB

TCB Courier: Pizza + Candy from Joe Lumbroso on Vimeo.

I want to be a freaking bike Courier

Red Lady Apparel

My good friend Erin makes some sweet cycling caps.

pick up one HERE

Skid patch

Keirin

Matt Lingo

Matt Lingo has some awesome photography. if you like it as much as I do check it out HERE

Trek x Lance Armstrong District Bike

Trek came out with an one-off collaboration with Lance and District to create a Belt driven urban ride. Though I'm not crazy about belt drive system this looks like it have a very smooth ride. The Livestrong yellow goes really well with the carbon black

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Find out more about Trek's District bikes HERE

very light bike

Günther May built the worlds lightest bike of 2007 at an amazing 7lbs. pretty damn sweet


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