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CAMPAGNOLO GHIBLI DISC TUBULAR WHEEL

When it comes to competitive cycling, you’ll want to have every possible advantage you can to make sure that your the first rider over the finish line. Even if you’re riding the lightest bicycle you’ll still encounter plenty of wind resistance not just from you yourself, but also from your bike’s components. Bicycle wheels can create much of the drag based on each spoke adding to your overall wind resistance that means you have to work harder every time you crank your pedals. Campagnolo is intent on helping you beat this wind resistance with a light disc rear wheel. As this rear wheel is a doubled disc, it has no spokes and the air flows around it smoothly creating less drag that allows you to cut through the wind much easier. The Ghibli disc wheel features a tubular design that makes it both smooth as well as fast. To make sure that you get the best benefit from the Campagnolo Ghibli, it requires the use of a Ghibli cassette on a Campagnolo 10 speed system to ensure proper functionality. This rear wheel accommodates a rim braking system and comes with quick release. Don’t let wind resistance hold you back on your next bike ride by making sure that your bike is equipped with the Campagnolo Ghibli Disc Tubular Wheel.

ROCKY MOUNTAIN RMX SPECIAL EDITION FRAME

We all want a bike that performs in difficult conditions and we also want a bike that looks cool which is what you’ll get from this special edition frame. This mountain bike frame is definitely cool in its design with the unique powder finish paint job and the custom tuned ThrustLink suspension that has 8″ of travel, that performs in a manner allowing you to take control of any trail no matter how difficult. You can expect to get a smooth and responsive ride from this Rocky Mountain bike frame particularly because the swingarm has been positioned close to the pivot as well as being optimized to handle hard impacts, and it flexes laterally allowing you to carve a trail like a snow ski. This taperwall aluminum frame has been designed for enduring performance with high load INA needle bearings at the pivots and functionality in the replaceable derailleur hanger. When you want special attention from others while you’re riding the trails, then get the Rocky Mountain RMX Special Edition Frame for its cool design and amazing performance.

SHIMANO XTR WH 975 WHEELSET

Get an advantage over other riders with this wheelset that will get you rolling fast. When it comes to biking you’ll always want the best possible components for a competitive edge, which means you’ll want a performance wheelset to go with your crankset, derailleurs and shifters that this Shimano wheelset provides. This is an amazingly light wheelset that is incredibly durable and can withstand long cross country rides, thanks to the Scandium rim technology. Weighing just a mere 1,525 grams per pair, the XTR WH 975 feature Shimano hubs with angular contact bearings and a titanium freehub body that provides you with quick engagement and acceleration. In this wheelset, you’ll feel a reduction in weight rotation when riding due to the balanced spoke pattern that includes quick releases and UST valves, and the XTR WH 975 Wheelset can accept Shimano Centerlock disc brake rotors. When you’re looking to gain that edge over others riders, then the Shimano XTR WH 975 Wheelset will provide that advantage on any road.

2007 Kestrel RT700 Frameset

Just one look at this frameset and you can easily see that it was engineered for speed with a design that not only looks cool, but will cut through the wind. This is not merely just a cool-looking carbon frameset from Kestrel, because this work of art will provide you with a superior riding experience, especially when you’re leading the pack. The RT700 has undergone countless windtunnel tests to make sure you get an ultra-light frame that won’t slow you down. The 2007 RT700 Frameset comes from the people with the best carbon know how with special attention paid to every detail including the dropouts and brake cable exits, so you can concentrate on riding. When you’re ready to build your new bike, get the frameset that was built for speed with the Kestrel RT700 2007 Frameset.

If you’re a serious downhill biker, then you know how important it is to have sturdy front and rear suspension on a light and durable bike. So when it comes to downhill front suspension forks, then Fox may be the first brand that comes to mind. The 40RC2 is the the downhill king of forks that are both light and durable, and can provide a full 8″ of travel which can be adjusted by 1/2″ increments down to 6″ of travel. These premium forks are made with titanium coil springs with a hydraulic bottom out damper, and can accommodate a Fox DH Disc brake mount. Although you might not need the FOX 40 RC2 ‘08 to be the downhill king of the mountain, but they will surely give you the edge.

To compete with other bikers on the road or on the trails, there is an even greater need to have a bike that is lighter and still built to perform. With the weight of every component contributing to a bike’s weight even cranksets are becoming lighter, so it doesn’t just stop with lighter wheels and frames any more. Shimano designed the XTR FC-M970 crankset with minimal weight and increased shifting performance and durability due to the Titanium/Carbon composite chainring for reduced weight that maintains rigidity. If you’re in need of helping your bike lose a little more weight to increase its performance, then you’ll want to buy this Shimano XTR FC-M970 Crankset

If you’ve got a carbon frame bike, then you might want to get a full carbon wheelset from Reynolds that will make your bike even lighter to give you that extra advantage in any road competition. These new clincher rims are 37.5g lighter per wheel are have DT Competition spokes on the radial and drive side, and complimeted with DT Aerolite on the rear wheel non-drive side. When you buy these REYNOLDS MV 32C CLINCHER SHIMANO WHEELS, you’ll also get Ti/Alloy skewers, Swiss Stop carbon specific brake pads, spoke wrench, tire levers and rim strips. Blow away the competition on two wheels when you have this wheelset.

Most people look for complete bicycles that they can ride out of a store, but when you’re serious about having only the best bike products you know that you may want to piece your bike together from the best parts that only you choose, like a Merlin rear suspension frame. If you’re looking for a cool mountain bike frame, for your next bike, that performs like no other check out the MERLIN WORKS 4.0 MOUNTAIN FRAME ONLY. This is the ultimate XC titanium frame that is matched with an Ellsworth ICT four bar link suspension system for the best off-road ride. Get the advantage on the trails, when you buy this Works 4.0 frame, with a more efficient ride.

If you spend a lot of time on your bike, then you’ll want a comfortable seat that won’t cause numbness. The Fizik Aliante Ti is the choice saddle for serious riders whether it be for training or racing that combines carbon fiber for strength and kevlar for flexibility. The Aliante comes with a unique removable cover to protect the saddle and it’s lighter than leather, durable, won’t fade, water resistant, and washable. Ride in comfort with this sweet seat.

Let’s face it, having your bike stolen sucks and it’s not just the expense that hurts, but the National Bike Registry can relieve some of that pain. If you have one bike or several bikes and you enjoy riding, there’s nothing worse than not being able to get outside hop on your bike and just ride. There’s almost nothing worse than realizing you can’t go for a ride because someone has stolen your bike. Join the National Bike Registry today to protect your bike from theft and to protect you from aggrevation. For a minimal expense you can ensure that if your bike is stolen that you at least have a better chance of getting back.