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		<title>Mongoose Montana Men’s Mountain Bike Review</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 30 Aug 2011 02:03:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>TimG</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Mongoose Men&#8217;s Mountain Bike&#8230;. Featuring a smooth ride before the fork, Mongoose Montana mountain bike is an excellent choice for both trail and road riding. The bike includes features like a full-frame bike alloy that can hold up to rough handling long-lasting, with a bar and a mountain bike stem riser. SRAM MRX levers [...]]]></description>
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</script></div><h3>The Mongoose Men&#8217;s Mountain Bike&#8230;.</h3>
<p>Featuring a smooth ride before the fork, Mongoose Montana mountain bike is an excellent choice for both trail and road riding.
<p>The bike includes features like a full-frame bike alloy that can hold up to rough handling long-lasting, with a bar and a mountain bike stem riser. SRAM MRX levers and Shimano rear derailleur, meanwhile, offers a lot of control if you&#8217;re on flat or hilly terrain. Finally, alloy wheels with black motorcycle tires roll smoothly over pavement, grass or dirt. Click on below image for more information.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0021HSH1O/ref=as_li_ss_il?ie=UTF8&#038;tag=timlittledire-20&#038;linkCode=as2&#038;camp=217145&#038;creative=399373&#038;creativeASIN=B0021HSH1O"><img border="0" src="http://ws.assoc-amazon.com/widgets/q?_encoding=UTF8&#038;Format=_SL160_&#038;ASIN=B0021HSH1O&#038;MarketPlace=US&#038;ID=AsinImage&#038;WS=1&#038;tag=timlittledire-20&#038;ServiceVersion=20070822" title="Mongoose Montana Men’s Mountain Bike Review" alt=" Mongoose Montana Men’s Mountain Bike Review" /></a><img src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=&#038;l=as2&#038;o=1&#038;a=B0021HSH1O&#038;camp=217145&#038;creative=399373" width="1" height="1" border="0" alt=" Mongoose Montana Men’s Mountain Bike Review" style="border:none !important; margin:0px !important;" title="Mongoose Montana Men’s Mountain Bike Review" />
<p>The bike includes such features as a full alloy MTB frame that holds up durably to rough handling, along with MTB riser bars and a quill stem. The 21-speed SRAM MRX shifters and Shimano rear derailleur, meanwhile, provide plenty of control whether you&#8217;re on flat or hilly terrain. Finally, the bike&#8217;s alloy black rims and extra-wide 1.95-inch tires roll smoothly over pavement, grass, or dirt. Other features include alloy linear pull brakes and levers, an adjustable quick-release seat, a three-piece ATB crank, 26-inch wheels, and a rust-resistant powder coating. The Montana carries a one-year warranty.</p>
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		<title>BMX 2011 Official Entry</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 24 Aug 2011 01:35:54 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>TimG</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Complete with a stepped-up cro-mo frame and fork Alienation PBR rims, and tubular cro-mo three-piece cranks, the Diamondback Venom AM BMX bike is as potent as its name. One dose and the park will be screamin&#8217;. The bike also includes Tektro 907 U-brakes with Tektro two-finger levers, Alienation Graffiti Comp tires, an SST ORYG detangler, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><H3>Complete with a stepped-up cro-mo frame and fork</h3>
<p>Alienation PBR rims, and tubular cro-mo three-piece cranks, the Diamondback Venom AM BMX bike is as potent as its name. One dose and the park will be screamin&#8217;. The bike also includes Tektro 907 U-brakes with Tektro two-finger levers, Alienation Graffiti Comp tires, an SST ORYG detangler, a DB Darin Read signature plastic seat, and a pair of pegs.
<p><strong>Specifications</strong><br />
Frame: Chromoly down tube, integrated HT and mid BB, removable gyro tabs
<p>Fork: Full chromoly with 1-1/4-inch OD legs, 1-1/8-inch threadless steerer, 6mm dropouts</p>
<p>Head tube geometry: 74 degrees
<p>Seat tube geometry: 70 degrees
<p>Top tube geometry: 20 inches
<p>Chain stay: 13.75 inches
<p>Headset: FSA Impact 1-1/8-inch integrated
<p>Handlebar: Hi-ten steel, 2-piece, 25 inches wide by 7.75-inch rise
<p>Grips: DB Team grip with nylon end plug
<p>Stem: 4-bolt alloy front load
<p>Brakes: Tektro 907 U-brakes with soft compound pads
<p>Brake levers: Tektro 2-finger
<p>Cranks: 175mm tubular chromoly 3-piece with 8-spline BB axle
<p>Sprocket: 25t steel
<p>BB: Loose ball with 8-spline, 19mm axle
<p>Pedals: DB Sound pedal, plastic with chromo axles
<p>Rims: 36H Alienation PBR<br />
Hubs: 36H aluminum shell with 3/8-inch axle (front), 36H alloy cassette, 14mm axle, 1-piece driver, loose ball (rear)<br />
Chain: KMC Z410, 1/2 by 1/8<br />
Freewheel: 9t cassette<br />
Tires: 20-inch Alienation Graffiti Comp, folding, 2.2 (front), 2.0 (rear)<br />
Spokes: Black 14g<br />
Seat: DB Darin Read signature plastic seat<br />
Seatpost: 25.4mm steel pillar<br />
Detangler: SST ORYG<br />
Extras: 2 pegs<br />
Product Description<br />
The Venom AM steps it up with both cro-mo frame and fork, Alienation PBR rims, and tubular cro-mo 3-piece cranks, the Venom is as potent as its name &#8211; one dose and the park will be screamin&#8217;!<br />
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		<title>BMX Masters 2011 &#8211; Videos and Reviews</title>
		<link>http://tour-de-bike.com/mountain-bikes/bmx-masters-2011-videos-and-reviews/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 08 Aug 2011 00:22:12 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>TimG</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[BMX Masters With pro-quality specs and a fresh design, the team-issue Mongoose Shield freestyle BMX bike is the choice of Mongoose rider Cam White. The Shield includes such features as a completely redesigned seamless butted CroMo team frame, a tapered full CroMo fork, Primo Comet tires, and a rear Tektro alloy U-brake. Built to withstand [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3> BMX Masters </h3>
<p>With pro-quality specs and a fresh design, the team-issue Mongoose Shield freestyle BMX bike is the choice of Mongoose rider Cam White.
<p>The Shield includes such features as a completely redesigned seamless butted CroMo team frame, a tapered full CroMo fork, Primo Comet tires, and a rear Tektro alloy U-brake. Built to withstand Cam&#8217;s exploits, the Shield can withstand anything you&#8217;ll throw at it.
<p>Other details include a Mongoose Pivotal saddle, Wellgo nylon fiber pedals, Mongoose 10-and-2-style handlebars, and nylon fiber pegs.
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<p><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002TIOFAW/ref=as_li_ss_il?ie=UTF8&#038;tag=timlittledire-20&#038;linkCode=as2&#038;camp=217145&#038;creative=399373&#038;creativeASIN=B002TIOFAW"><img border="0" src="http://ws.assoc-amazon.com/widgets/q?_encoding=UTF8&#038;Format=_SL160_&#038;ASIN=B002TIOFAW&#038;MarketPlace=US&#038;ID=AsinImage&#038;WS=1&#038;tag=timlittledire-20&#038;ServiceVersion=20070822" title="BMX Masters 2011   Videos and Reviews" alt=" BMX Masters 2011   Videos and Reviews" /></a><img src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=&#038;l=as2&#038;o=1&#038;a=B002TIOFAW&#038;camp=217145&#038;creative=399373" width="1" height="1" border="0" alt=" BMX Masters 2011   Videos and Reviews" style="border:none !important; margin:0px !important;" title="BMX Masters 2011   Videos and Reviews" /></p>
<h3>Amazon.com</H3><br />
With pro-quality specs and a fresh design, the team-issue Mongoose Shield freestyle BMX bike is the choice of Mongoose rider Cam White.
<p>The Shield includes such features as a completely redesigned seamless butted CroMo team frame, a tapered full CroMo fork, Primo Comet tires, and a rear Tektro alloy U-brake. Built to withstand Cam&#8217;s exploits, the Shield can withstand anything you&#8217;ll throw at it. Other details include a Mongoose Pivotal saddle, Wellgo nylon fiber pedals, Mongoose 10-and-2-style handlebars, and nylon fiber pegs.<br />
<h3>Specifications</h3>
<p>Frame: Sanko butted seamless CroMo<br />
Fork: Tapered full CroMo<br />
Crankset/chainwheel: 3-piece tubular CroMo, 175mm, 25T alloy CNC chain ring<br />
Bottom bracket: Midsize integrated sealed bearing, 48 spline<br />
Pedals: Wellgo nylon fiber<br />
Cog set: 9T cassette one-piece driver<br />
Chain: Half link<br />
Rims: Alex Supra Dome 36H<br />
Front hub: 36H alloy, 3/8-inch CroMo axle sealed bearing<br />
Rear hub: 36H 9T cassette, 14mm CroMo hollow axle, sealed bearing<br />
Spokes: ED black steel<br />
Tires: Primo Comet 2.1 (front), Primo Comet 1.95 (rear)<br />
Front brake: N/A<br />
Rear brake: Tektro FX720 alloy U-brake<br />
Brake levers: Tektro XL-750, hinged (rear only)<br />
Handlebar: Mongoose 10-and-2 bars, CroMo 8.25 inches<br />
Stem: Mongoose ultralight, 50mm ext.<br />
Headset: 1-1/8-inch integrated (Campy fit)<br />
Grips: Primo Stricker<br />
Saddle: Mongoose Pivotal<br />
Seat post: 25.4mm Pivotal<br />
Seat clamp: Alloy single bolt slim<br />
Extras: Snafu Astroglide cables, Mongoose nylon fiber pegs
<p><strong>About Mongoose</strong><br />
Founded in 1974 in a Southern California garage, Mongoose has always been an innovator. From the company&#8217;s initial cast-magnesium MotoMag wheels to its current crop of BMX, mountain, and pavement bikes, the Mongoose name has been synonymous with bicycle performance. Mongoose builds specifically for riders, which is why the company&#8217;s BMX designers aren&#8217;t wasting time watching reruns on ESPN2. Instead, they&#8217;re constantly testing their new designs at the park, on the track, and on the hill. This continuous experimentation is what drives Mongoose to cook up things like the Front Porch head tube, which lets you fine-tune the handling on Black Diamond series mountain bikes, or Freedrive suspension technology, which eliminates pedal bob and provides a super-efficient full suspension. Mongoose bikes don&#8217;t just push the limits; they set new ones.</p>
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		<title>Chromag Trailmaster DT Black</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 01 Aug 2011 17:36:55 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>TimG</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Invest in yourself and preserve your back end with style and comfort. The DT (Durable Top) features a synthetic top with Kevlar corners for extra surface durability. A medium size platform with a rounded, uninterrupted perimeter is easy to move freely around. It features medium/firm density foam with an extra thick nose for technical climbing [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Invest in yourself and preserve your back end with style and comfort.
<p>The DT (Durable Top) features a synthetic top with Kevlar corners for extra surface durability.
<p>A medium size platform with a rounded, uninterrupted perimeter is easy to move freely around.
<p>It features medium/firm density foam with an extra thick nose for technical climbing and all around friendly contact. A flat sitting area with a central relief promotes sitting on your bones.
<p>Intended use: trail, all mountain  Synthetic top with kevlar corners</p>
<p><strong>Item Specifications</strong></p>
<p>Color	Black<br />
Weight	300g<br />
Width	310mm<br />
Rail	CroMoly<br />
Clamp Style	Std Rails<br />
Gender	Men&#8217;s<br />
Defined Color	Black</p>
<h3> Click on image for discount pricing options</h3>
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		<title>Mongoose Status 3.0 Review</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 19 Jul 2011 01:56:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>TimG</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[he Mongoose Status 3.0 26-inch dual-suspension mountain bike is equipped with everything you need for trail riding. The bike features a full suspension frame that maximizes comfort and performance, along with an SR suspension fork designed to smooth bumps and increase control. The 24-speed Shimano trigger shifters, meanwhile, make it a breeze to change gears [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>he Mongoose Status 3.0 26-inch dual-suspension mountain bike is equipped with everything you need for trail riding.
<p>The bike features a full suspension frame that maximizes comfort and performance, along with an SR suspension fork designed to smooth bumps and increase control. The 24-speed Shimano trigger shifters, meanwhile, make it a breeze to change gears while on the move.
<p>Finally, the Status 3.0′s front and rear disc brakes provide great braking power in all conditions. Other features include a Shimano rear derailleur for all types of riding, a Suntour crank and alloy pedals, alloy rims, front and rear quick-release hubs, and an oversized threadless headset.<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002TR0O9O/ref=as_li_ss_il?ie=UTF8&#038;tag=timlittledire-20&#038;linkCode=as2&#038;camp=217145&#038;creative=399369&#038;creativeASIN=B002TR0O9O"><img border="0" src="http://ws.assoc-amazon.com/widgets/q?_encoding=UTF8&#038;Format=_SL160_&#038;ASIN=B002TR0O9O&#038;MarketPlace=US&#038;ID=AsinImage&#038;WS=1&#038;tag=timlittledire-20&#038;ServiceVersion=20070822" title="Mongoose Status 3.0 Review" alt=" Mongoose Status 3.0 Review" /></a><img src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=&#038;l=as2&#038;o=1&#038;a=B002TR0O9O&#038;camp=217145&#038;creative=399369" width="1" height="1" border="0" alt=" Mongoose Status 3.0 Review" style="border:none !important; margin:0px !important;" title="Mongoose Status 3.0 Review" /></p>
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<p><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Mongoose-Status-Dual-Suspension-Mountain-26-Inch/dp/B002TR0O9O">Amazon.com: Mongoose Status 3.0 Dual-Suspension Mountain Bike (26 &#8230;</a> &#8211; Is this a gift? To keep it a surprise, check the Gift options box during checkout as this item typically ships in its own packaging. trigger(&#8220;resize&#8221;); }; if (isExpand) { var errorContent = sellerInfo. show(speed, function() { expose_seller_info(); } ); if (sellerInfo. </p>
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<p><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Mongoose-Status-Dual-Suspension-Mountain-26-Inch/product-reviews/B002TR0O9O">Amazon.com: Customer Reviews: Mongoose Status 3.0 Dual-Suspension &#8230;</a> &#8211; 20 of 20 people found the following review helpful: 4. Dual suspension, dual disc Promax brakes, deep V Arrow wheels with fat 2. 35 tires in a cool star spoke pattern, and best of all an aluminum hydro-formed frame that is as sexy as it is durable! All for under $400. </p>
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		<title>Pacific Stratus Men&#8217;s Mountain Bike</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 12 Jul 2011 01:54:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>TimG</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Product Description Get off the beaten path when biking in the great outdoors with the Pacific Stratus men&#8217;s 26-inch mountain bike. The Stratus is equipped with steel mountain frame geometry, along with sure-stopping front and rear steel caliper brakes. The Torque Drive 15-gear thumb shifters, meanwhile, help you change gears quickly while on the move. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Product Description</strong><br />
Get off the beaten path when biking in the great outdoors with the Pacific Stratus men&#8217;s 26-inch mountain bike. The Stratus is equipped with steel mountain frame geometry, along with sure-stopping front and rear steel caliper brakes. The Torque Drive 15-gear thumb shifters, meanwhile, help you change gears quickly while on the move. Other features include a mountain handlebar and stem, a one-piece MTB crank, and steel wheels for control and durability.
<p><strong>Product Description</strong><br />
Pacific Cycle continues to lead the industry with innovative trail-conquering mountain bikes. Featuring a tough steel frame and large knobby tires that provide a smooth and reliable ride, no matter where you find yourself. And because its a Pacific Cycle bike, you know it features only quality components. Features: Steel mountain frame geometry for easy control Torque Drive thumb shifters change gears easily 15-Speeds with Torque Drive rear derailleur for easy shifting Steel caliper brakes stop securely 1-Piece crank offers wide gear range Steel wheels for control and durability</p>
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<p><a href="http://series-8.net/pacific-stratus-mens-mountain-bike-26-inch-wheels">Pacific Stratus Men&#8217;s Mountain Bike (26-Inch Wheels) | series-8.net</a> &#8211; Stratus is a steel frame geometry of the mountain, the safety front and rear brakes to stop gauge steel. A couple of shifters 15-inch .. Pacific Stratus Men&#8217;s Mountain Bike (26-Inch Wheels) &#8230;</p>
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		<title>Barracuda Colt Mountain Bike Review</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 04 Jul 2011 22:37:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>TimG</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[This is a quick review of my Barracuda Colt Mountain bike, full mechanical disc brakes.Chassis It doesn&#8217;t take long to realize that the idea of a long touring ride on the Barracuda isn&#8217;t a good one. While actual dimensions and basic handling are fine, all the shaping in the frame squeezes out any shock absorption [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>This is a quick review of my Barracuda Colt Mountain bike, full mechanical disc brakes.</strong>Chassis</p>
<p>It doesn&#8217;t take long to realize that the idea of a long touring ride on the Barracuda isn&#8217;t a good one.
<p>While actual dimensions and basic handling are fine, all the shaping in the frame squeezes out any shock absorption or subtlety from it.
<p> Even the smallest rocks and roots feel like they&#8217;re swinging a lump hammer straight into the base of your spine.
<p>The fork also recoils back with a vicious clank from bigger hits, and despite the listed 75mm, the greasy tidemark never got pushed beyond 60mm of actual travel.<iframe width="425" height="349" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/vt4pB6xw-ck?rel=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></p>
<p>There are some great aspects including</p>
<p><strong>Equipment</strong></p>
<p>There&#8217;s certainly no loss of power through flex, and while the Barracuda definitely comes with slow tyres, it&#8217;s not too heavy so it accelerates pretty well. There are some kit highlights, too.</p>
<p>The fork spring rate is actually okay for comfortable cruising, and despite the single piston design, the hydraulic brakes still feel impressively responsive and totally squish-free compared to cable anchors. The offside thumbwheel means you can take up pad wear without tools, <strong>Click on image</strong></p>
<p><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002LFQDEY/ref=as_li_ss_il?ie=UTF8&#038;tag=timlittledire-20&#038;linkCode=as2&#038;camp=217145&#038;creative=399373&#038;creativeASIN=B002LFQDEY"><img border="0" src="http://ws.assoc-amazon.com/widgets/q?_encoding=UTF8&#038;Format=_SL160_&#038;ASIN=B002LFQDEY&#038;MarketPlace=US&#038;ID=AsinImage&#038;WS=1&#038;tag=timlittledire-20&#038;ServiceVersion=20070822" title="Barracuda Colt Mountain Bike Review" alt=" Barracuda Colt Mountain Bike Review" /></a><img src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=&#038;l=as2&#038;o=1&#038;a=B002LFQDEY&#038;camp=217145&#038;creative=399373" width="1" height="1" border="0" alt=" Barracuda Colt Mountain Bike Review" style="border:none !important; margin:0px !important;" title="Barracuda Colt Mountain Bike Review" />Specifications:</p>
<p>Sizes: Extra-small (14 inches), small (16 inches), medium (18 inches), large (20 inches), and extra-large (22 inches)<br />
Frame: DB 6061-T6 aluminum with hooded strongbox top tube, formed down tube, DB snake stays, replaceable hanger, water bottle mounts<br />
Fork: Rock Shox Tora 289 120mm travel coil spring with rebound damping adjustÿ<br />
Rear shock: N/A<br />
Cranks: SRAM Blaze 3.0 with replaceable rings, 22/32/44t<br />
Bottom bracket: Truvativ Power Spline sealed cartridge<br />
Front derailleur: SRAM X-5<br />
Rear derailleur: SRAM X-5<br />
Shifter: SRAM X-5 9-speed trigger<br />
Brake levers: Avid FR-5<br />
Brakes: Avid BB5 disc with 6-inch rotors<br />
Gear: SRAM PG-950 9-speed cassette (11-34t)<br />
Rims: 32H Sun Ditch Witch double-wall with eyelets<br />
Tires: Kenda Klaw XT large casing, 26 x 2.1<br />
Pedals: DB Sound alloy with molded traction pins<br />
Handlebar: DB SL318b oversize, 31.8mm mid-rise<br />
Stem: DB SL318s, 31.8mm<br />
Seatpost: DB SL309p alloy micro adjust, 30.9mm<br />
Seat: WTB Pure V Sport<br />
Headset: Ahead 1-1/8 inches<br />
Chain: Ahead 1-1/8 inches<br />
Hubset: 32H alloy with CNC disc mount (front); 32H alloy cassette with CNC disc mount (rear)<br />
Spokes: Black 14g stainless steel<br />
Grips: DB 2D twisted-tooth Kraton<br />
Extras: DB key chain, water bottle mounts, owner&#8217;s manual</p>
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		<title>Triple BMX Backflips Story</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 29 Jun 2011 01:28:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>TimG</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Record Breaking Jump This guy is 24-years-old Newzelander named Jed Mildon maggot history this weekend then he the firstly-wild hog landed that BMX cop cop in a competition triple. Diamondback Venom AM BMX Bike, Matte Purple, 20-Inch Wheels A representative of Guinness Wereldrecords was there to affirm the competition the record. Milton weans pit three [...]]]></description>
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<p>This guy is 24-years-old Newzelander named Jed Mildon maggot history this weekend then he the firstly-wild hog landed that BMX cop cop in a competition triple.
<p><strong>Diamondback Venom AM BMX Bike, Matte Purple, 20-Inch Wheels</strong>
<p>A representative of Guinness Wereldrecords was there to affirm the competition the record. Milton weans pit three months that the tricks through the landing in a foam and on an airbag practice.<iframe id="dit-video-embed" width="640" height="360" src="http://static.discoverymedia.com/videos/components/nws/52be591ca3e9e2c62a02a09c61423202eb0fd804/snag-it-player.html?auto=no" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" allowtransparency="true"></iframe><br />
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<h3>Specifications</h3>
<p>Frame: Chromoly down tube, integrated HT and mid BB, removable gyro tabs<br />
Fork: Full chromoly with 1-1/4-inch OD legs, 1-1/8-inch threadless steerer, 6mm dropouts<br />
Chain stay: 13.75 inches<br />
Headset: FSA Impact 1-1/8-inch integrated<br />
Handlebar: Hi-ten steel, 2-piece, 25 inches wide by 7.75-inch rise<br />
Grips: DB Team grip with nylon end plug<br />
Stem: 4-bolt alloy front load<br />
Brakes: Tektro 907 U-brakes with soft compound pads<br />
Brake levers: Tektro 2-finger<br />
Cranks: 175mm tubular chromoly 3-piece with 8-spline BB axle<br />
Sprocket: 25t steel<br />
BB: Loose ball with 8-spline, 19mm axle<br />
Pedals: DB Sound pedal, plastic with chromo axles<br />
Rims: 36H Alienation PBR<br />
Hubs: 36H aluminum shell with 3/8-inch axle (front), 36H alloy cassette, 14mm axle, 1-piece driver, loose ball (rear)<br />
Chain: KMC Z410, 1/2 by 1/8<br />
Freewheel: 9t cassette<br />
Tires: 20-inch Alienation Graffiti Comp, folding, 2.2 (front), 2.0 (rear)</p>
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<li><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4eTMDkbS0fc">YouTube &#8211; World First BMX Triple Backflip &#8211; Jed Mildon May 28, 2011</a> &#8211; http://www.unitriders.com. New Zealand BMXer Jed Mildon has created action-sports history today by landing the world&#8217;s first Triple Backflip at the Unit T3 Mindtricks BMX Jam in Taupo, New Zealand. &#8230;</li>
<li><a href="http://www.thebmxspot.net/?p=1261">Jed Mildon Lands First BMX Triple Backflip [VIDEO | The BMX Spot</a> &#8211; 24-years-old-jed-mildon.notlong.com A 24 years old Newzelander named Jed Mildon maggot history this weekend then he the firstly-wild hog landed that BMX cop cop in a competition triple. Mildon launched ate of a 65.5-foot &#8230;</li>
<li><a href="http://www.evo-team.be/wordpress/?p=209">World first BMX Triple Backflip | Evolution Team BMX</a> &#8211; World first BMX Triple Backflip. Categories: Uncategorized · video | Leave a comment May 31, 2011 · ← NEWSFLASH · And the winner is →. Leave a Reply Cancel reply. You must be logged in to post a comment. &#8230;</li>
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		<title>Summer Bicycle Touring</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 21 Jun 2011 08:36:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>TimG</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[EMPIRE, Mich. (AP) &#8211; Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is offering new summer bike tours focusing on the effects of invasive species. Interpretive Park Ranger Ryan Locke of Spring Lake will lead the two-hour rides. They&#8217;re part of educational efforts at the National Lakeshore, which is headquartered at Empire in Michigan&#8217;s northwestern Lower Peninsula. Locke [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<blockquote><p>EMPIRE, Mich. (AP) &#8211; Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is offering new summer bike tours focusing on the effects of invasive species.</p>
<p>Interpretive Park Ranger Ryan Locke of Spring Lake will lead the two-hour rides. They&#8217;re part of educational efforts at the National Lakeshore, which is headquartered at Empire in Michigan&#8217;s northwestern Lower Peninsula.</p>
<p>Locke has led other <a href="http://tour-de-bike.com">bike tours</a> at the lakeshore for the past two summers.</p>
<p>The tours start this week and are free with admission to the lakeshore. One called &#8220;Discovering the Changing</p></blockquote>
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The 7- to 10-mile, easy to moderate rides are part of the educational component of the federal Great Lakes restoration initiative Landscape&#8221; is Wednesdays at 5 p.m. The other is &#8220;Aliens in the Ecosystem!&#8221; and is Thursdays at 11 a.m.</p>
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<li><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bicycle_touring">Bicycle touring &#8211; Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia</a> -</li>
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		<title>Best Bike Repair Stand</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jun 2011 07:26:12 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>TimG</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[From my analysis when evaluating bike restore stands and realized a few pointers.. Look for Stability: Mountain bikes are tend to be heavy and you don&#8217;t want your stand should not tip over, it should not wobble and it should maintain your bike solid no matter how a lot your bike weights. You might have [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>From my analysis when evaluating bike restore stands and realized a few pointers..<br />
<h3><a href="http://tour-de-bike.com/bike-repair-stand-review/">Look for Stability:</a></h3>
<p>Mountain bikes are tend to be heavy and you don&#8217;t want your stand should not tip over, it should not wobble and it should maintain your bike solid no matter how a lot your bike weights.
<p>You might have to pay a little extra for this quality, however you’ll be far happier than shopping for something low-cost and having to upgrade later </p>
<h3>Concerning the Clamp:</h3>
<p>The second most vital function on a very good stand is an efficient clamp. One of the most important components of a bicycle repair stand is the clamping pressure along with having fully adjustable jaw covers that are replaceable, when  you look at cheaper stands the one thing that you will notice is that the clamps will only work the more traditional bikes.</p>
<p><a href="http://tour-de-bike.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/Clamps.jpg"><img src="http://tour-de-bike.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/Clamps-150x150.jpg" alt="Clamps 150x150 Best Bike Repair Stand" title="Best Bike Repair Stand" width="150" height="150" class="alignright size-thumbnail wp-image-1195" /></a>If you work on recumbent or unusual bike frames the clamps may not work. With the <a href="<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000ROHJ12?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=timlittledire-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957&amp;creativeASIN=B000ROHJ12"Park Tool PCS-10 Home Mechanic Repair Stand</a></a></a> model you won&#8217;t have this problem because of the superior clamps, why not spend a little more and get a stand that will wok on whatever bike you decide to work on.</p>
<p>So you need to keep this in mind when you are choosing a bike stand. Think about whether you will be using it on many types of bikes both heavy and light traditional and unusual design.
<p>You can buy this Park Tool PCS-10 Home mechanic from Amazon.   Click here to view <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000ROHJ12?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=timlittledire-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957&amp;creativeASIN=B000ROHJ12">Amazon</a><img style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=timlittledire-20&amp;l=as2&amp;o=1&amp;a=B000ROHJ12" border="0" alt=" Best Bike Repair Stand" width="1" height="1" title="Best Bike Repair Stand" /></p>
<p>The clamp is the a part of your stand that holds you bike at an elevated stage and in case you have a nasty clamp on a very good stand, then you will have a nasty stand. The clamp must be as solid because the stand and be purposeful enough so you possibly can place your bike any which approach you need it. If stability is King, your clamp is queen. For a heavier mountain bike, you once more want to pay additional consideration to getting a very good one as a very good stand will make you happy.
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<p> with reinforced center yolk for superior stability, Sliding retention rings lock folding legs. You never need to worry about the stand falling back on you with bike in tact with this improved technology the composite top tube with smooth 360 degree rotation and 25 pounds of anchored weight for added strength.</p>
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