The Latest News, Views and Insights
By Jon Hornbeck
PHOTO OF THE WEEK
Chris Froome returns to racing today at the Ruta del Sol while his current doping investigation is still ongoing. This has ruffled the feathers of many fellow racers and the cycling industry as a whole in general. Many believe Froome should sit out of competition until his current investigation is cleared, though his team believe they are completely in the right and have nothing to shy away from. If he does come back and have to serve a ban all of his current results, including his from the current race he is competing in, will be taken away which adds even further headache to the case. PC: Bettini
FIRST RIDE IMPRESSIONS: BIANCHI ALLROAD IMPULSO
One of our newest test bikes to land in the RBA stable is the $2100 Bianchi Impulso Allroad. We first spotted the bike at last year’s Interbike show and came away impressed with the price-point and spec. The aluminum frame Italian dual purpose bike is great start for anyone who is looking to try their hand in the gravel segment while getting in at a great price point.
Take a look at the full photo gallery and break down of our first impressions here.
CANNONDALE: THE GROUP RIDE
On a recent trip to Southern California Cannondale got their athletes and ambassadors together for a ride through the Santa Monica mountains while hitting a bit of rough road in the process.
In the video Phil Gaimon, Ted King, Ayesha McGowan, Amber Pierce, Hunter Grove and Tim Johnson are all aboard the new Synapse while showing what it’s capable of.
NEW SILCA PRODUCTS FOR ’18
Press Release: Silca Introduces the Seat Roll Grande Americano, a larger version of the award-winning Seat Roll Premio. Like its predecessor, Grande Americano features a three-pocket design, vertical security strap, and it’s secured to the saddle rails using the BOA® Closure System.
The combination of technology and design that created Seat Roll Premio has been in high demand by road cyclists all over the world. Grande Americano is SILCA’s solution for cyclists who require the ability to carry larger inner tubes or those who simply want the ability to carry more.
Specs:
- Uni-body pattern constructed of 1000D Ballistic Nylon with water-repellent finish
- Boa® Closure System with Guide
- Rail guard protects and grips saddle rails
- Three internal pockets-holds tubes up to 29×2.5″ (700x62mm)
- Heavy-duty elastic center compression strap for added security
THE ROCK COBBLER 5.0
This past weekend the Rock Cobbler 5.0 happened and the stories and recap of the Bakersfield event have been going viral. Mostly due to the fact that the course went through a backyard pool party and then through the living room of the house, yes thats right I said house.
Not your average course which most courses actually just have you do laps around an industrial park but Sam Ames who is the promoter and master mind behind this event really knows how to keep the mood light. Close to 400 hundred cyclists came out to ride the event and enjoy the post ride shenanigans. We caught up with Sam Ames following the event to get some more information on the event and the stories which came from it that will be up on our site later this week.
THE CYCLE CUBE
Press Release: The new Cycle Cube offers top-notch storage, keeping all of the essentials for your next road, cross or mountain bike ride at the ready. Designed with specific organization pockets and placements for a helmet, shoes, eye wear, etc., you can confidently pull in to the trailhead knowing you’ll never leave one shoe at home again. Tri-panel load access keeps gear separated for quick access and easy organization while die-cut ventilation holes allow for more breathable storage. The Cycle Cube works well as a stand-alone piece or in conjunction with our Zip Top Hauler.
Price: $79.95
ZWIFT LAUNCHES NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
Press Release: Zwift, the fitness platform born from gaming, is to host the first Men’s and Women’s Zwift Nationals Championships event on Saturday February 24, 2018. Zwifters from the top 15 nations worldwide will compete to earn the right to wear their national jersey in Zwift for a year.
Each national championship event will have include men’s and women’s individual races. Both races will take place on the Watopia Volcano Climb Course. The 2018 Men’s National Championship Race will complete three laps of the 14.2 mile circuit, taking in a total of 2,007ft of climbing. The Women’s 2018 Championship Event will take place over two laps of the same course, totalling 1,338ft of climbing.
Zwift National Championships Rules:
● Riders are required to wear heart a rate monitor to be eligible for the win.
● Riders will have to use a power meter or smart trainer to be considered for the win; ZPower on traditional trainers or rollers will not be eligible
● Riders producing over 5w/kg average will be automatically disqualified. These riders can be reinstated after providing similar real-life matching performances verified by ZADA.
● Strava data for the Zwift National Championship races must be open (not private or
hidden).
● Riders must register at http://www.zwiftpower.com before the race.
VOLTA AO ALGARVE STAGE 1
TOUR OF OMAN STAGE 1
TOUR OF OMAN STAGE 2
BELGIAN WAFFLE RIDE RECON RIDE
The Canyon Belgian Waffle Ride is putting on one of four recon rides this coming Saturday; February 17th, to look at parts of the course and have a fun day in the saddle. The ride will be 68 miles with 4,500 feet of climbing and approximately 25 miles of dirt. This is a completely free and unsupported ride so if you’re in the Southern California (San Marcos) area you may want to check it out. The ride will start and finish at the Lost Abbey brewery.
Well, that’s all for this weeks Mid-Week Report. Be sure to check back every Wednesday to see the latest news, views and products that have come our way. If you have any questions, comments or requests, let us know: [email protected]
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