Thursday, August 23, 2012

SRAM Rival OG 1070 10-Speed OpenGlide Road Bicycle Cassette Review

SRAM Rival OG 1070 10-Speed OpenGlide Road Bicycle Cassette
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SRAM Rival Rear Derailleur
SRAM Rival DoubleTap 10-Speed Shifters
I ride up to 5000 miles per year. I switched from Shimano Ultegra to SRAM Rival. These cogs have a nice finish, and shift well spinning or under load in a full sprint with a tap of the Double Tap shifters. If you are considering Ultegra, check out Rival - reviews say it is comparable to SRAMs higher end parts for much less money. You will find yourself tapping through the shifts just for the satisfaction of hearing and feeling that positive feedback.
This appears to be compatible with Shimano 10-speed shifters. I switched wheels with my wife's Dura Ace equipped bike. She didn't notice the difference at all. This means that the cogs worked well with the DA setup cause she would have complained if there was anything wrong!
The lower cogs have one tooth removed on each cog as part of the design. SRAM says this improves shifting. Shifting is fast and the cassette runs very smooth, so maybe the marketing is true.

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NEW Sram OG - 1070 10 - Speed Cassette: The "OpenGlide" shifting of the 2007 SRAM OG - 1070 will provide crisp, positive shifting under any circumstance-a mellow spin, or at max power on a steep climb . The first time you set eyes on the OG - 1070 you'll likely have the alarming realization that one tooth is missing from each of the 5 high cogs . These missing teeth have two purposes: It serves as a gateway that allows the chain to shift fluidly no matter what kind of stress you're putting the bike under . And it allows the OG - 1070 to weigh in at a scant 220g without having to resort to easily - worn titanium cogs . Rather, the OG - 1070 is made from durable heat - treated steel, giving you tons of mileage before you'll need to replace it .

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Wednesday, August 22, 2012

Razor MX500 Dirt Rocket Electric Motocross Bike Review

Razor MX500 Dirt Rocket Electric Motocross Bike
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Ok here we go. I wrote that review on the Honda Minimoto Dirtbike.I said how it was not good and how I purchased the Go Kart and the Maxxi and they also had problems. Read that review, the title is "TRUST ME READ THIS". I said to myself you know what im going buy the Razor MX500 Dirt Bike. WOW WHAT A GREAT BUY!!!!!! This thing is durable, safe, and fun. I recommend it for ages 8-15 years old. However there are reviews for other razor products about the battery life. Yes the battery life is not good, IF YOU DO NOT FOLLOW DIRECTIONS. I followed the directions and my MX500's battery is fantastic. To have a good motor and battery follow these easy steps...
1. Take MX500 out of box CAREFULLY!
2. Assemble in order of the directions (If you follow them it will be assembled in 20 minutes).
3. Turn MX500 on and JUST FOR ONE SECOND TWIST THE THROTTLE just to make sure it works. (Do not ride just a flick of the throttle just to check).
4. Charge the MX500 overnight or for 12 or more hours (The key is to charge it for 12+ hours)
5. Take the charger out and go ride
If you follow these directions given your MX500 will be perfect.


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Essentially a scaled-down motocross bike with an electric motor, the Razor MX500 Dirt Rocket is ideal for teens who want to enjoy the dirt bike experience without breaking the bank. The Dirt Rocket's powerful 500-watt motor carries riders at speeds of up to 17 miles per hour--more than enough for most bumpy dirt trails--and can cruise for up to 10 miles on a single charge. At the same time, the bike's dual suspension and riser handlebars deliver a smooth and comfortable ride regardless of the terrain, so your teen's fun isn't restricted to flat pavement. As a final bonus, the Dirt Rocket's variable-speed, chain-driven motor is extremely quiet, a marked contrast to traditional gas-powered motocross bikes.
Other details include large pneumatic knobby tires for a maximum power transfer, authentic dirt bike frame geometry, a retractable kickstand, and a double-crown fork. The MX500, which requires roughly eight hours to fully charge, is recommended for ages 14 and over and offers a maximum weight limit of 175 pounds. It's also backed by a 90-day warranty.


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Origin-8 PRO UNO Road Saddle Brown. Review

Origin-8 PRO UNO Road Saddle Brown.
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Among all the saddles that I have, this one is the most uncomfortable by a great margin; in fact, it almost feels defective. This discomfort is not within the normal "like-dislike" range - the saddle is generally unusable. Granted, saddles are subject to very personal preferences, and I wouldn't base so categorical an opinion on my own experience alone; however, several other experienced riders who tried to ride the bike returned with same puzzled look: "there HAS to be something wrong with the saddle...".
The nexus of the problem is somewhere in the midsection, where the saddle narrows very sharply and loses all support - it sort of "hammocks" under you. I might try to inject some foam under the shell, perhaps this helps - I like the look of the saddle a lot, and would like to be able to use it, but right now, it is unusable.

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Origin-8 PRO UNO Road Saddle Brown. ? Gel foam material. ? Classic road style and shape. ? Contrast stitching pattern. ? Durable rear bumper and nose. ? Full chomoly rails. ? 10.5" Long x 4.25" Wide.

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Kinetic Trainer Tire Review

Kinetic Trainer Tire
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My experience is similar to the other reviewers. I fought and fought trying to mount this tire. Two tire levers were broken in the process. Then, after the bleeding subsided on my hands, I decided to put my bike in the trainer and ride. Surprise! The tube was pinched and sprung a leak. It took me another 45 minutes to unmount the tire. After changing the tube, I tried to re mount the tire. My hands started bleeding again. I broke my remaining tire lever. At this point, I swore this tire was created by sinister people who take solace in watching people suffer. I'm also writing a letter to Kenda in an attempt to get my money back.

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Preserve your outdoor tire by using this durable trainer tire for indoor riding. Specially formulated to better grip the trainer roller, these tires are the perfect addition to your bicycle. Available in two sizes: 26 x 1 for standard mountain bikes and 700c x 23c for your road bike or a narrower 29-inch wheel.

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Tuesday, August 21, 2012

Shimano Sora ST3400 9-speed, Right STI Shift Lever Review

Shimano Sora ST3400 9-speed, Right STI Shift Lever
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My product arrived in brand new packaging and included the cable. After searching on line for a similar product this was the best value and the seller was not too far away either.

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Outback Wheel Arch Bicycle Parking Stand Review

Outback Wheel Arch Bicycle Parking Stand
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This thing simply does not work!
I bought this prodcut for my mountain bike and I cannot even believe someone manufactures a false stuff like this.
It cannot even hold the weight of my bike and bends out to side and eventually my bike falls.
I tried to adjust the distance between the two archs to fit the tire width to see if I get better result but no luck.

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Single bike storage unit, adjusts for all bike tires

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Monday, August 20, 2012

GORE BIKE WEAR Men's Alp-X Long Gloves Review

GORE BIKE WEAR Men's Alp-X Long Gloves
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These gloves are well built and fit very well. There is hardly any extra room in the palm, the fit is very close to your actual size. The stitching is strong. The gloves have lots of padding.

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These mountain bike gloves keep your hands and fingertips warm even in colder conditions. Increases your ability to react quickly.

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