Everyone has to have an aero-frame, and Merida is no different. This is the new Reacto Evo, in Lampre Merida colours. This particular bike belongs to Filippo Pozzatto. The overall design, dictated by aerodynamic efficiency, utilizes “Kamm-tail” aero-shapes…..looks suspiciously like BMC’s new TMR01. And the brakes sports Shimano’s new twin-bolt design. More pics on Facebook. Continue reading Model Showcase: Merida Reacto Evo
BMC Racing continues to field a strong team with the likes of Cadel Evans, Philippe Gilbert, Thor Hushovd, and future champion Tejay van Garderen. And their bikes continue to be top notch, with the TMR01 being the stiffest bike in the company’s line up. Shimano groupset and wheels will adorn the BMC’s. The race-proven TM01 that helped Cadel win the 2011 TdF enters the 2013 … Continue reading BMC Racing Team
Although Russian-based Team Katusha had been competing as a UCI ProTeam since its inception in 2009, it was only a few weeks ago in February that the UCI granted a WorldTour licence for the 2013 season. That’s a good progression, because as a ProTeam they have won two stages in the TdF. This year they continue to ride with Canyon bikes. Depending on the stage, Canyon’s Ultimate … Continue reading Team Katusha
From the ashes of the former Team Rabobank, who pulled their sponsorship at the end of the 2012 season because of doping allegations, Blanco Pro Cycling enters the 2013 season with many of Rabobank’s former riders. The team itself has been around for almost 30 years under various sponsorship names. Bike of choice? Giant’s recently released Propel Advanced SL. Having undergone extensive windtunnel testing using … Continue reading Blanco Pro Cycling
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