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One Wheel - Kootenay Style

Published Nov 11, 2009 at 18:09
I've been talking to young Mike Parenteau over the course of this past season as he continually tries to convince me how rad riding on one wheel is (and I'm not talking wheelies here). When I think about Unicycles, I think circus acts and "that kid" that seems to be in every town who can actually ride one. By ride one, I mean on the street, not in a technical manner. Mike and his good buddy Kenny Banks have proven this stereo type that I've got in my head wrong as they and their good filming friend Dan Poirier continue to release web edits of them riding really technically demanding features.

Inside is Mike and Dan's story along with web edits of the one wheelers in action,
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How to with Yeti Cycles!

Published Nov 11, 2009 at 15:10
Learn how to snap gates and rail turns with Yeti team riders, Jared Graves and Sam Blenkinsop! Jared walks us through his winning gate starts while Blinky tells us how to hold on and let it roll through the turns.

Videos inside,
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AT's Showdown at the Cow Palace

Published Nov 10, 2009 at 20:38
Source: Long Nguyen

The SF Bike Expo Crew is pleased to announce the addition of AT’s Showdown at the Cow Palace, a mountain bike dirt jump competition. Powered by Adidas and designed by Gravity Pro Andrew Taylor, it will begin with a launch off a Sea Container through the trees into some massive jumps. The competition will feature some of the top pros including Andrew Taylor, Greg Watts. Cameron McCaul, Tyler MCCaul, Paul Basagoitia, Mike Montgomery and more riders to be announced. The SF Bike Expo is taking shape.

Don’t miss the greatest eye candy and action on two wheels!
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Greg Minnaar Recovering After Enduro MX Crash

Published Nov 10, 2009 at 9:56
Source: 23 Degrees Sports

South Africa's Greg Minnaar (Santa Cruz Syndicate) is recovering in hospital after a crash at the weekend saw him break his collarbone, and have surgery on his left leg for the treatment of blood clots that had formed after the accident. The medical term for this injury to his leg is 'compartment syndrome'.

Details inside,
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Last Chance to Dance - Part 2

Published Nov 9, 2009 at 16:25
A two-day Okanagan All-mountain extravaganza - A two-part picture story by Margus Riga

After a sound sleep and a slow start, it was decided that we would return to The Rock Oven to snag some shots we missed the day before because of nominal light.

Amazing pics inside!
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Last Chance to Dance

Published Nov 9, 2009 at 14:08
A two-day Okanagan All-mountain extravaganza - A two-part picture story by Margus Riga

For most, the last big ride of the year is a special event and something not to take lightly. The term "It's better to burn out than to fade away" comes to mind. As the conditions are deteriorating fast on the Shore, I thought about other zones that are still happening.

My friend Johnny Smoke had been trying to get me to come up to ride and shoot his local scene in the Okanagan for some time, and I had been working a lot this past summer with Ryan Berrecloth and Knolly Bikes. So when the opportunity came up for me to try out a fresh Knolly Endorphin and shoot some all mountain action, I jumped on it.
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Haro Bicycles Signs Greg Watts

Published Nov 9, 2009 at 11:59
Source: Haro Bicycles

Haro Bicycles is pleased to announce that we have signed 2009 Whistler Crankworx slopestyle champion, Greg Watts. Boasting a bag of tricks few other riders can match, Greg has made numerous podium appearances at premier slopestyle and freeride events all over the world. He has also produced several video segments in high-profile films such as New World Disorder and Barred for Life.
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2010 Champions Wanted!

Published Nov 6, 2009 at 12:18
Source: Fox Racing Shox

FOX is a racing company and supports race events on a technical and grassroots level across the US and globe. If you have a team or are a rider that has what it takes, FOX wants to help with your success by sponsoring you with the best performing suspension on the market.

Details inside,
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2009 X-Fusion Side Flight Championships

Published Nov 6, 2009 at 12:11
Source: X-Fusion

X-Fusion is proud to announce the first ever Side Flight Championships. This contest is unique as it brings together riders from both the racing and freeriding side of our industry. No tricks required to win this contest, just the biggest, nastiest whips they can throw for our enjoyment and our cameras. The contest will be jam format to keep the natural vibe of this local jump spot while riders will be competing for $1000.00 cash and the Side Flight Champ Whip Trophy.

More details inside,
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Brandon Semenuk Fall Training Video!

Published Nov 5, 2009 at 16:37
The Coastal Crew just uploaded this sweet clip of Semenuk getting rad with them a few weeks ago. Check out his steeze on the bike and behind the wheel!

Video inside,
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Cam Zink - Mavic Edit

Published Nov 4, 2009 at 19:48
Just got this sweet web edit from Cam Zink. He talks about his Mavic wheels, but you won't hear that as you'll be too focused on the bad ass riding going on in the video.

Enjoy!
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MEC Bikes

Published Nov 4, 2009 at 17:11
Source: MEC

Outdoor retailer brings MEC bikes to co-op members - MEC bikes defined by ‘quality, value and performance’

Vancouver – Mountain Equipment Co-op (MEC) today unveiled its inaugural line of bicycles, online at www.mec.ca/bikes. The move reflects the co-op’s ongoing efforts to respond to its members’ needs and signals another step by the outdoor retailer to encourage Canadians to make cycling an integral part of their lives.

More inside,
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Quesnel, BC - DH riding

Published Nov 4, 2009 at 11:10
Source: Brett Hornfelt

Home Sweet Home part 2 - The DH Story

Well now that you have seen some of our local XC trails here in Quesnel BC, it is time to get into the nitty gritty of the trails around here. The local DH trails are amazing. The ones that are shown in this article are definitely a couple of my favorite trails. If you like to be challenged to go fast in some tight, technical and extremely rough terrain than these trails are for you. If you like big rock lines than once again this is place for you.
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The Hive Chub Hub Review

Published Nov 2, 2009 at 17:09
Source: Reece Wallace

The first time I saw a Chub Hub I was baffled. I had never seen a hub so big! After seeing Andrew Taylor and Phil Sundbaum both shredding on them, I was curious to know more and really stoked when I was given the opportunity to review a set of Chub Hubs. Chub Hubs are designed and manufactured by a group called The Hive. The Hive consists of five main dedicated members whose goal is to improve and innovate cycling technology by means of “innovative technical features [and] superb engineering”.

Details inside,
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2010 Trek Scratch 9 and Remedy 9.9 Launch

Published Nov 2, 2009 at 16:43
Last weekend I had the pleasure of re-visiting Moab, Utah with the crew from Trek Bikes and fellow media from around the world. We were all brought together to experience the all new Scratch 9 and the Remedy 9.9 bikes that Trek has rolled out with for 2010.

Inside you'll find my take on initial impressions of each bike and tons of pics from the beautiful riding in Moab, Utah.
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