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Aaron Chase "Softtail" - Bike Check

Last editted Oct 16, 2008 at 18:54
Aaron Chase was making his way around the Outdoor Demo aboard his new and unique machine, the Cannondale Chase Softtail. The new bike uses a Lefty suspension fork for a top tube, has 3" of travel, and still has tight hardtail geometry. How the heck does it do that?

Read the article and find out!

Watch the HD Video with Aaron Chase explaining the theory behind his new bike!
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Interbike 2008 - Wonderful Leftovers!

Last editted Oct 15, 2008 at 16:41
It's been awhile since we've returned from Vegas and we are almost all caught up...almost. After everything was uploaded, edited, written about, and whatever else we do, we are left with some tasty leftovers. Check 'em out!

Inside you'll find more info on...

-GT's all carbon Fury DH bike
-A new 7" travel gearbox bike from Rotec
-Crank Bros. Opium DH wheels
-The same picture everyone has of Specialized's DownHILL bike
-New suspension to the MTB world, ELKA shocks
-Schlumpf's planetary gearbox front shifting system
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Interbike 2008 - 2009 Norco Team DH 37.5 lbs out of the box!

Last editted Oct 8, 2008 at 16:38
Norco has rocked the boat with this one! Their completely new 2009 Team DH has been overhauled, redone, retooled, and put on a diet. With a flashy look all its own and a class leading weight, the new Norco race bike deserves a little more attention.

Watch the HD video and learn more about the new go-fast bike from Norco!
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Interbike 2008 - Easton Havoc DH Wheels and Blackburn Mammoth 2stage pump

Last editted 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

Last editted 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

Last editted 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

Last editted 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

Last editted 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

Last editted 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

Last editted 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

Last editted 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

Last editted 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

Last editted 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

Last editted 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

Last editted 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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