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Road trip: Chilliwack to Utah in Pictures

Published Oct 7, 2008 at 21:12
Ingredients for a road trip: one right hand drive van, three guys and a Virgin, secret agents, some bikes, and a few good reasons.



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Interbike 2008 - Easton Havoc DH Wheels and Blackburn Mammoth 2stage pump

Published Oct 7, 2008 at 0:30
New DH Wheels From Easton and a Blackburn Pump Designed For Big DH Tires!

I know, I know...Pumps aren't exactly the most exciting thing to see from Interbike '08 but you owe it to yourself to check out Blackburn's new Mammoth 2Stage. Made to move a ton of air fast into your big DH tires, the 2Stage may deserve a place in your backpack!

Easton has been feeding their Havoc wheels steroids and the result is the brand new for '09 Havoc DH wheelset ready for action on big bikes everywhere!

Two HD Video's Inside!
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Interbike 2008 - Race Face 2009 Pad's

Published Oct 3, 2008 at 17:46
Canadian company Race Face has your best interests in mind with their expanded range of pads. New for 2009 is a slim fitting knee pad called the Dig, as well as the Zero, a half length knee and shin pad that looks pretty sick. All the woman out there who ride will be pumped to see that Race Face is thinking of them also with their new ladies specific line of protection.

HD Video inside!
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Interbike 2008 - Race Face Deus LTD cranks and the EXI interface

Published Oct 2, 2008 at 23:32
Race Face has always had a nice booth at the show and this year was no exception. In fact, between the Heli-biking movie that was playing on the flat screen, Brett Tippie walking about in lycra, and some wicked brew being passed about, I'd venture to say it was my top booth pick of this years show. While lounging in the bar stools Julian busted out some flashy new red cranks, the Deus LTD.

Let's have a look!

HD Video with Brett Tippie Inside!
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Interbike 2008 - Giro Remedy and Flak

Published Oct 2, 2008 at 8:28
No one needs to tell you to wear a helmet I hope. But you may need to be told to wear one that look's rad! Giro has some killer new colors and designs for their Remedys, Carbon Remedys, and the Flak DJ lid. Check them out!

HD Videos inside!
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Interbike 2008 - Marin Quake 7.9

Published Sep 30, 2008 at 23:19
The Quake 7.9 is Marin's big travel freeride bike that is versatile enough to pedal to the goods if you need to. With it's unique Quad Link 2.0 suspension and a full Saint parts kit the 7.9 deserves a closer look!

Watch the HD Video inside and get to know the Quake 7.9!
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Interbike 2008 - Norco Shore One

Published Sep 30, 2008 at 19:29
Norco's Shore line represents their vision of a serious and versatile freeride bike. They have been an important part of Norco's big-bike stable for many seasons now but for '09 the Shore series gets a makeover of Ricki Lake proportions. We're going to take a closer look at their all new Shore One, the top end bike in the line-up.

HD Video Inside!
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Interbike 2008 -Trek Session 88 DH

Published Sep 29, 2008 at 23:16
It was hard to miss Trek's presence at the Outdoor Demo this year. With a massive tent, a huge demo fleet, and multiple water cooler's they were a popular place to be. It also didn't hurt that they had their brand new Session 88 DH out soaking up the rays. We take a closer look at the bike behind the buzz and talk to some key people involved in it's development.

HD Video inside!
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Interbike 2008 - WTB

Published Sep 29, 2008 at 22:06
The crew at WTB have been happy with the success of their Dissent tire (the official tire of the Whistler bike park), but why stop at being happy? This season they set out to improve upon that success and develop a new Dissent 2.3 as well as the new Prowler MX 2.3 through direct input from their team riders Ryan Condrashoff and Brad Benedict. We'll also take a look at their LaserDisc FR Wheelset.

Have a look at the tires and wheels in action inside:
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Interbike 2008 - FSA and Gravity

Published Sep 29, 2008 at 20:54
FSA / Gravity had some shiny new parts on display under the lights of their booth at Interbike '08. We take a closer look at their Gravity Light wheels, Gravity Cranks, and brand new platform pedals! While we were there, Vittorio Brumotti busted out some sick moves on his trials bike for Mike - Check out the video inside!

Four videos and a load of info inside!
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Interbike 2008 - GT Force Pro Carbon

Published Sep 26, 2008 at 0:41
Over a pound lighter than last years aluminum version, the new GT Force Carbon features some striking and very unique lines. We took a closer look at GT's 6" travel 26lb flyer.

HD Video's Inside!
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Interbike 2008 Wonderful Randoms

Published Sep 25, 2008 at 23:33
We've been a bit more focused this go around in Vegas, but that hasn't stopped me from wandering the halls of Interbike aimlessly looking for the exit! Here are some of the cool things I've been able to find in my travels.

Inside you'll find info on...

-The new DW equipped Turner DHR
-Prototype Knolly DH race bike!
-Marzocchi and carbon fiber?!
-Limited production FOX DH race dampers, the new DHX RC4
-Morewood Makulu DH rig
-As well as new and improved goodies from CaneCreek and MRP
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Interbike 2008 Trek Remedy 9

Published Sep 25, 2008 at 0:30
Trek had a massive presence at the Outdoor Demo, not only with some big tents and a vending machine but also a huge number of demo bikes for the curious to try. By the looks of the lineup the 6" travel Remedy was by far the most sought after, and for good reason: the mid-travel platforms seem to be everyone's cup of tea lately. We pulled some strings and bypassed the line to get ourselves a closer look at their top end rig, the Remedy 9.

Check out the HD video inside explaining the Remedy's unique features!
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Interbike 2008 Banshee Legend DH Bike Prototype

Published Sep 24, 2008 at 19:32
Another hot day at the Outdoor Demo and another cool bike for you to check out. This time we have Jay from Banshee running us through his 'so new it's not even done yet' DH bike prototype, the Legend. Being tested by the recently un-retired Mick Hannah, the Legend looks amazing!

Technical HD video inside!
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Interbike 2008 - Mongoose Khyber Super

Published Sep 24, 2008 at 8:45
The pedal friendly 6" travel bike may be the perfect rig for the most riders out there. Ready to shred on any occasion and any terrain, they may very well be the answer to the question "what is a mountain bike?" Enter the 2009 Mongoose Khyber Super.

Full HD video inside!

Eternal ripper Eric Carter also fills us in on how, what and where he's been riding lately!
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