Shimano : Ten years supporting Mountain Mayhem
1 June 2007
2007 marks the 10th anniversary of Mountain Mayhem, and with it the 10th year of Shimano's neutral technical assistance. Working throughout the night, Shimano’s team of expert mechanics will always be on hand to assist and support those taking part. There’s no charge for service, all you need to bring with you is your bike and a smile!
Jeep Announces Host Sites for 2007 Mountain Biking World Professional Championships
1 June 2007
The Jeep® King of the Mountain Series (www.jeepsports.com ) today announced host sites for professional mountain bike racing’s most prestigious event, with the chosen venues offering a decidedly western flavor.
Wheels of Speed – the final countdown
1 June 2007
The SYMPATEX BIKE-Festival in Willingen opens for the tenth consecutive time this Friday. It should be an incredible weekend. Besides 200 exhibitors who are travelling to Willingen on the first weekend in June, the German 4X Championship and the Wheels of Speed Downhill Challenge are both happening.
Embarrassing Illnesses - Male Fertility in Mountain Bikers
30 May 2007
With an expected audience of 5 million predicted on prime time UK television, members of the Birmingham Wheels Mountain Bike Club will be part of next weeks Channel 4 Embarrassing Illnesses programme, to be aired on Channel 4 at 8:30pm Thursday 31st May.
Nathan Rennie Signs With Burgtec
29 May 2007
The Aussie powerhouse Nathan Rennie has signed a deal to see him ride on Burgtec Penthouse Flats. As well as being one of the fastest guys in the world Nathan is also one of the most stylish. He Simultaneously manages to mix being smooth, aggressive and in control.
Chain Reaction Cycles British Nationals Round 2 at Ae Forest in Scotland
29 May 2007
The NPS road show landed in style just across the border into Scotland to the village of Ae in Dumfires. Maximum press coverage on BBC Radio One?s Edith Bowman show, two prime time evening news slots (2mins each) on local ITV Borders television, local radio and all the associated bike press meant spectators had to park on the roads outside of the venue to gain access on Sunday for the big race!
Freerange Sports Optics National 4X Series Rd3
28 May 2007
This weekend (June2/3rd ) will see the nps4x circus hit this brand new track at The Edge Activity Centre near Bridgnorth, Shropshire. The course cut into the hillside is a big fast wide open track with a massive berms and jumps.
McDermott Claims The Park Title At The Qashqai Urban Challenge in Cologne, Germany
28 May 2007
The riders woke up in Cologne, Germany to an overcast sky and the finals of the Cologne Qashqai Urban Challenge was held early to avoid any encounters with rain. Thankfully the weather held out and the riders threw down, much to the enjoyment of a packed crowd in Cologne's Mediapark.
Lance McDermott Qualifies First in Cologne, Germany
26 May 2007
The Cologne crowd of the Qashqai Urban Challenge saw some crazy park riding today, despite a short rain delay. Lance McDermott has been riding hard at each event so far in the Qashqai series, but this is his first time in the top spot after qualifying.
TSG safety gear – tested and certified
24 May 2007
Trust is good but control is better! This slogan is even more apt when dealing with protective clothing which is meant to prevent injuries from falling. From the very beginning, safety gear specialist, TSG has focused on using premium materials, the best manufacturing techniques and designs that support and allow unrestrictive movement during use.
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