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BIANCHI 928CBN TCUBE FRM W/FREE RIVAL 08

If you’re a competitve rider when it comes to road races, then you’ll want a road bike that will perform as hard as you do. You’ll get that competitive edge you’re looking for on any road when you’re riding a Bianchi road bike that has been engineered for the rigors of racing. You can be sure that you’ll have the rigidity and stability you need to handle all road conditions on the 928CBN Tcube, and thanks to its full carbon fork, handlebars and seatpost that keep this bike extremely lightweight, you’ll be able to compete at a higher level with ease. The Bianchi 928CBN Tcube also comes with great components, like SRAM Rival integrated shifting and braking levers, front and rear derailleurs as well as a Mavic Ksyrium Equipe wheelset with Continental Gran Prix four season tires that will keep you riding fast year round. If competitive road racing keeps you riding, then buy the Bianchi 928CBN Tcube Road Bike and get an edge over the competition.

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.

JAMIS DAKAR XLT 3.0 BIKE ’06

When you’re ready to test yourself against any trail, you’ll need a mountain bike that matches your drive and strength. You’ll have no problem when your riding the Dakar XLT 3.0, as it will help you master any trail you come across. This full suspension Jamis mountain bike will provide you with an incredibly smooth ride thanks to the Fox RP3 rear shock and the Fox X fork on this lightweight and durable frame. A bike that will handle whatever the trail can dish out, this thoroughbred mountian bike comes with a Mavic CrossMax XL wheelset that makes for an easy ride in the worst conditions, and Shimano XTR derailleurs with XT Rapidfire-SL shifters that make for simple and accurate shifting so you can concentrate on riding. With the convenience of the Crank Brothers Candy C clipless pedals and Hayes El Camino hydraulic disc brakes that can stop on a dime system, you’ll be ready for ever more difficult trails to ride. If there’s a trail that has been difficult for you to conquer, then buy the Jamis Dakar XLT 3.0 2006 Mountain Bike and ride that trail like you own it.

Pinarello Galileo Aluminum / Carbon Shimano 105 Road Bike (Intermediate Race)

This road bike was newly introducted in 2006 with its triple-butted Dedacciai 7005 T6 aluminum frame that is complemented with its ONDA carbon fiber fork and carbon fiber seat stays, which produced a light and sturdy bike that handles roads like a champion. Pinarello was careful to maintain a high standard of craftsmenship with the Galileo, while producing a world-class bike that is also amazingly affordable for a bike of this quality. When you take this bike on the road, you’ll notice that it is fast and smooth with a ride that is solid and reliable keeping with Pinarello’s tradition of quality. Having Shimano 105 components and wheels that will keep you rolling, you can be sure that this is a bike that performs at the top of its class. With the Pinarello Galileo Aluminum / Carbon Road Bike you’ll be able to brake new ground in every stage of your riding.

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.

COLNAGO ARTE ULTEGRA BIKE 2007

Some bikes can be considered a work of art, and this 2007 road bike is no exception with its star designed 6000 series, heat-treated aluminum frame that provides a better ride with its improved stiffness and comfort. Not only does the Arte Ultegra provide an improved ride with the help of the curved seat post, but also better braking as well thanks to the carbon fiber rear triangle and monobox chain stays. This Colnago bike isn’t a delicate piece of art because it’s built for serious road riding with a Colnago carbon fork, Mavic Aksium wheels and Shimano Ultegra Gruppo components. This is a bike that lives up to its expectations, so it may hard to find a bike that performs this well and at the same time looks as good as the Colnago Arte Ultegra 2007 Road Bike.

SCHWINN ROCKET LTD BICYCLE 06

The weather is changing and it’s time to get a new mountain bike that will get through the worst trails with ease, and that’s exactly what you’ll be able to do on the Rocket LTD. This ’06 Schwinn comes complete with all of the high-end components you would expect including Shimano Hone derailleur and hydraulic brakes as well as Crank Brothers Candy C clipless pedals. This is a great all around bike that features Manitou front and rear suspension ensuring you have a comfortable ride, and it’s lighter with even greater tube strength that will stand up to harsh riding conditions. So the next time you’re out doing some hard riding, you’ll be glad that you have the reasonable priced Schwinn Rocket LTD Bicycle 06 to get you through with comfort and ease.

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.

2007 Litespeed Vortex w/ Shimano Dura Ace (Demo Bike), Medium

If you’re in the market for a medium-sized top of the line road bike, then you’ll appreciate saving over $1,000 when you buy this 2007 Vortex. This Litespeed bike performs as good as it looks with it’s flared-diamond top tube and down tube that comprises the backbone of the front triangle, and it’s flared-diamond downtube and broad-based seat tube provides a stiffer bottom bracket. With this bike you’ll get predictable handling and a comfortable ride due to the Fizik Aliante Gamma saddle on the semi-sloping geometry of this Titanium Alloy frame demo bike. Expect to cut through the wind on this Litespeed Vortex 2007 that features Shimano Dura Ace components and Michelin Pro Race tires. For those that want a road bike with stiff frame that’s light and works with you to perform at your peak, then buy this Medium Litespeed Vortex 2007 Demo Bike.

YETI AS-R 575 ENDURO BIKE

It’s not just road bikes that are fast, because you can get a mountain bike that can take on any trail with both speed and agile handling. The AS-R 575 Enduro is light with a frame that weighs only 5.75 lbs and has a comfortably smooth ride thanks to the Fox F100 RLC fork and Fox RP23 Rear shock. This Yeti mountain bike will get through the roughest trails on the Mavic Crossride wheelset and you’ll be able to stop on a dime using the Avid Juicy 3 disc brakes. Be ready to take on any trail when you’re riding the Yeti AS-R 575 Enduro.