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Model Showcase: new BMC Team Machine SLR01

Just in time for Cadel Evans and Tejay van Garderen to mount their challenge for the TdF, BMC just released its new SLR01.  These days the expectation for new bikes is lighter and stiffer, and BMC delivered.  With their in-house developed computer modeling, they were able to quickly prototype and model over 34,000 designs.  They’ve trimmed weight on an already light frame by a not-insignificant 160 … Continue reading Model Showcase: new BMC Team Machine SLR01

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Mano a Mano: Giant challenges Specialized

When the Specialized-McLaren Venge was released a couple of years back to huge fan fare – intentionally capitalizing on McLaren Car’s experience and expertise in aerodynamics, its rivals didn’t really have a response of their own; they had “aero” bikes, but with the credentials of McLaren?  Nada. Until earlier this year when Giant announced – or claimed – that it’s new Propel Advanced SL is … Continue reading Mano a Mano: Giant challenges Specialized

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