Bellwether socks

http://www.cyclingnz.com/cnz5_reviews.php?n=264

Time Iclic2 with upgraded features prove to be top of the pile in testing

http://www.bikeradar.com/news/article/best-road-bike-pedals-33045

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VRS Fluidity

With the Extensive use of vectran fibres the VRS Fluidity filters vibrations caused

by imperfections in the road surface, reducing fatigue and improving performance.

The VRS Fluidity, with the use of high modulus carbon fibre for lateral rigidity, delivers

the optimal transmission of pedalling power and unequal comfort.

PERFORMANCE GEOMETRY

If you need to see why Time is regarded as the top end for frame production please view the atached, it will give you a better appreciation of how much one on one time goes into the process.

TMO Sports would like to welcome Cycleworld Burwood NSW as the NEW Time Frame dealer

The team carry a select range of the latest model Time Modules.

Cycleworld
11 Burwood Road
Burwood NSW 2134

phone: (02) 9745 6226
email: sales@cycleworld.com.au

Review for  the new Profile Design Sync belts

http://www.tribomb.com/review.php?ID=194

These new AIRCOMFORT technical cycling packs are built to suit a variety of applications: Epic tours, single trail riding, commuting on your race or street bike, or checking into a stylish coffee shop – the Deuter Compact AIR EXP always looks good. The patented three sided ventilation ensures high carrying comfort and low weight
• New – super light and super ventilated AIRCOMFORT FlexLite back system
• Mesh hip fins and shoulder straps for optimum seat reduction
• Specific Womens SL and Mens model
• EXP expansion gusset allows for pack expansion / contraction by 2 – 3 litres.
• Hydration bladder compatible
• 3M reflectors for added night visibility
• Stow – away helmet flap and rain cover
• Capacity: 8+2l (SL version) – 970 grams, or 10+3l – 990 grams

The versatile and well ventilated new Aircontact backpack models are true masters of their trade when it comes to trekking, hiking and even travelling. The new materials are extremely durable, yet very soft and the front zippers are extra robust. Vari-Flex hip fins guarantee full freedom of movement on tricky terrain. The ergonomically formed back padding is designed with optimum ventilation in mind. Now with hybrid openings at the front and top of the pack for easy access to all your gear.
Main features (for more features visit the Deuter site):
• Hybrid construction with new front quick opening and top load access
• Swivelling Vari-flex hip fins with compression straps
• Pull forward hip belt adjustment
• Multi chambered aluminium X-frame load transfer stays
• Ergonomically shaped head moulding in top section
• Materials: Deuter Duratex 1000D / 330D Micro Rip Pro (330D) - waterproof (WC 2000mm)
• Sizes: from 40+10l to 75+10l – both womens and mens specific harness systems available

Helion wheeled luggage bag with harness
Crowded airports, cobble stones, steep stairs – the multifunctional Deuter Helion ensures effortless manoeuvring wherever your travels take you. All contents are safely stored, just like in a trolley case. The solid construction guarantees a safe stand – plus: you can convert the Helion easily into a backpack. A zipped cover hides the smart carrying system on the back. You can pull out the shoulder straps out and still roll the back with the harness being tucked away – enabling fast transition between carrying and rolling. For added comfort, bring out the ergonomic hip belt wings which also prevent the wheels from digging into your back.
• Capacity: 60l (70 x 38 x 33 cm) – 3.4kg, or 80l (75 x 40 x 36 cm) – 3.7kg
• Industrial bearing profiled wheels
• Lockable main compartment
• 4 carrying handles on top, sides, front, and bottom.
• Zipped internal mesh pockets

Xeno wheeled luggage bag
Business trip or adventure holiday? These technical sports wheeled bags look the part in both situations. The Xenos are sturdy but ultra-lightweight so you can comfortably carry them up steep stairs and safe weight for airline check in limits. The bag has a variety of carrying options: 4 reinforced comfort handles, as well as a telescopic handle. The rigid construction ensures that the free standing Xeno does not topple over.
• Capacity: 70l (81 x 35 x 32 cm) – 3.0kg, or 90l (86 x 38 x 32 cm) – 3.2kg
• Industrial bearing profiled wheels
• Lockable main compartment
• Zipped internal mesh pockets

Tramp wheeled luggage bag
This new sports duffle bag on wheels is super lightweight and equipped with lots of clever solutions: two ergonomically placed pull handles on the bag’s top ensure the duffle will not hit the back of your legs when walking along.
• Wide compartment opening
• Lockable main compartment
• Zipped internal mesh pockets
• Shoe and side bellow pockets
• Stable, reinforced base
• Adjustable, padded shoulder strap can be removed
• Quality bearing wheels
• Capacity: 90l (84 x 36 x 34 cm) – 3.1kg, or 110l (90 x 40 x 38 cm) – 3.2kg

QUICK DRAW -

New for 2012 is Serfas' MP-5, and MP-6 head which extends out from the pump to make pumping more ergonmical.

The extending head allows the user to position the pump so that it is convenient for them to use the maximum leverage they can produce.

This head also screws on to the valve stem so there is no chance for the head blowing off the valve at high pressures.

TMO Sports would like to welcome Cycle De Vie as a new Time stockist in Queensland

The team at the new purpose built store carry a complete range of the latest model Time Modules.

Contact the team at  Townsville on 07 4740 4068

Serfas new TSL-1500 light hits the mark in the brightness test

http://reviews.mtbr.com/serfas-true-1500-2012-mtbr-lights-shootout

2011-12 Range Highlights from Interbike

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1y6Q0oD0McE

LAVA Magazine Posted on September 1, 2011 by Jay Prasuhn

It’s a departure for the brand known first for its aerobars and until recently for a line of wetsuits and wheels, to get into the hydration belt game. We expected another “me too” belt. And we were shocked and how new and different this baby is.

It’s called the Sync 2 Hydration Belt, and it’s not only a cleverly-designed one-hand bottle system, but the difference-maker it’s unbelievably incredible level of customization. “We think we’ve done something unique in the market,” belt co-designer Mark Vandermolen told LAVA. We tend to agree.

For starters, the BPA-free and highly ergonomic 8-ounce bottles fit into the holster at a 45-degree angle, which upon trying we found pretty ideal for smooth entry and exit. The holster clip itself is an L-shaped design, into which the bottle easily clips in and out. Belt co-designer Mark Vandermolen said in testing, they affixed the belt to a paint can shaker upside-down, and put in full bottles—as well as full frozen bottles. None came out.

OK, so what bottle options are there: A two-bottle? Three-bottle? Four bottle? How about, any bottle option you like? In any setup you choose?

Instead of being sewn into the belt, the bottles clips slide onto the belt, much like an accessory might, and you can put as many bottles as you like, wherever you want to.

Like the idea of racing with one bottle directly in back? Or two, but located just forward of your hips? Or two behind the hips, with an accessory belt anchored tightly between them? Wherever you want them, just slide them into location. But to affix them there, Profile provides a neoprene, Velcro-backed “cap” that mates to the backside of the bottle clip, also affixed with Velcro (see second photo). The back piece (with soft neoprene that rests against the skin) is countersunk in the middle, and locks the clip into location. Full customization in your belt. And yes, there are colors for the belts; black belts with black, red and blue piping as well as a white belt with black, blue, red and pink piping.

A few pros have been offered the bottle and while it’s not likely to be seen on any athletes at Ironman 70.3 Worlds, there’s a high liklihood some may be seen at the Hawaii Ironman.

2011 saw triathlon aerodymic accessory company Profile Design release it's range of Carbon race wheels onto the international market. With triathletes quick to pick up on the race benefits of the real world tested designs that were first developed utilising Computational Fluid Dynamic technology the focus has now turned to allow road racers to enjoy the benefits too.

This week saw the certification come through for the full carbon range that includes the models Altair 52 & 80 Semi Carbon Clincher, Altair 52 & 80 Full Carbon Clincher and the Altair 52 & 80 Tubular with the UCI announcing the approval of the wheels to be used in events immediately. 

http://www.profile-design.com/profile-design/wheels/wheel-category/wheels-overview.html

Radioshack Team issue clothing has hit the country.
Jersey and bibshort available in a limited run ONLY.
Be first to wear the new Radioshack gear in the bunch.
Ask your Giordana dealers to order now.

Rowena Scott from Bicycles.net.au

I've said it before and I'll say it again... I LOVE SOCKS. The feeling of putting on a brand new pair of socks has got to be the best thing ever... okay perhaps not THE best, but it’s coming in a close second. I received a pair of socks from online clothing label Après Vélo and they are my definition of perfect, they have a little bit of extra fabric at the back, that makes them a bit higher than your usual ankle sock, my foot tends to rub against my runners and some other shoes a fair bit, I was surprised when I saw this… and delighted.

Performance wise these socks feel good in cycling shoes and runners, they’re not tight at the ankle and they don’t go too far up your leg either, they absorb sweat well, the fabric in this sock unlike some bounces back well which means the sock wont slip back into your shoe, you’ll need to wear them a few hundred times before that happens. The top of the foot of the sock is a lot more breathable than the bottom as expected and the fabric is great, the socks are pink, white and black, they've got the words, "Sisters of Spin," written on them and I'm looking forward to pay day. I have washed these socks every night for a week and they've come out as good as new each time... have some faith ladies, for only $19.95 AUD these socks are worth the postage!

I was about ready to go join a gospel choir when I realise these socks already have the word 'Hallelujah' on them. Après Vélo gear is available online and you will find a range of casual and cycling wear: www.apresvelo.com

Also available at Apres Velo Dealer as per dealer listing in your state.