Showing posts with label Bike Bling. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Bike Bling. Show all posts
Saturday
Tuesday
Pre-order the most anticipated 29er frameset ever!
The Foes Racing 2010 2:1 b29 Bomber
Orders placed before Interbike will be placed at a $2999 MSRP. After Interbike the price of this coveted frameset leaps to $3300 MSRP
Foes Handcrafted Race Bikes can be found at BikeBling.com
Thursday
Look 566 Road Bike Action Review
With their brand awareness among high-end cyclists secured, for 2009 Look decided to aim their technology and cutting-edge design traits at a more entry-level cyclist. Enter the 566 Origin. Not cheap, but the bike is definitely less expensive than the racier models that cost about two thousand dollars more. The cost savings are quick to come by, especially since this model comes out of Asia and not the Look factory in France. With its shorter top tube and taller head tube, the 566 differs from the race bikes with its more upright positioning. As you expect from a stylish company like Look, there’s more to the eye of the 566 than just round tubes. The compact frame has a distinct kink in the top tube (a trait shared with their radical 596 TT bike) and a shapely rear triangle that is intended to be both stylish and functional by allowing some designed-in resiliency.
THE PARTS
Among mid-priced bikes, Shimano Ultegra is probably the most widely spec’d component group. Consistent, light-action shifting, good brakes and excellent durability—what more could you ask for? The Campagnolo-made Fulcrum wheels, Hutchinson tires and Selle San Marco saddle add some Euro flair.
THE VERDICT
As much as it loved to be railed around fast corners, the 566 was a little hesitant to make sharp apex turns. None of the test riders noticed any added comfort due to the shaped chain and seatstays, but it was definitely stiff enough from head to toe to satisfy a budding sprinter. Tour de France legacy notwithstanding, the Look 566 is not a Tour de France race bike. But it wasn’t designed to be. Although the ride quality was a bit on the flat side to be a top notch, responsive race bike, the 566 is definitely capable of raising any recreational level rider’s game. For anyone looking to own a piece of vaunted French cycling heritage at sizable cost savings, the 566 is it.
FINAL WORD The 566 will raise any recreational rider’s game and add a dose of Tour de France flare to your local ride.
PRICE: $3199 ($1999 frame)
WEIGHT: 16.7 pounds
INFO: http://www.lookcycle-usa.com/
BONUS POINTS: Fulcrum wheels, stylish rear triangle, solid in sprints, Selle San Marco saddle.
AVAILABLE NOW AT BIKEBLING.COM $2999.99
THE PARTS
Among mid-priced bikes, Shimano Ultegra is probably the most widely spec’d component group. Consistent, light-action shifting, good brakes and excellent durability—what more could you ask for? The Campagnolo-made Fulcrum wheels, Hutchinson tires and Selle San Marco saddle add some Euro flair.
THE VERDICT
As much as it loved to be railed around fast corners, the 566 was a little hesitant to make sharp apex turns. None of the test riders noticed any added comfort due to the shaped chain and seatstays, but it was definitely stiff enough from head to toe to satisfy a budding sprinter. Tour de France legacy notwithstanding, the Look 566 is not a Tour de France race bike. But it wasn’t designed to be. Although the ride quality was a bit on the flat side to be a top notch, responsive race bike, the 566 is definitely capable of raising any recreational level rider’s game. For anyone looking to own a piece of vaunted French cycling heritage at sizable cost savings, the 566 is it.
FINAL WORD The 566 will raise any recreational rider’s game and add a dose of Tour de France flare to your local ride.
PRICE: $3199 ($1999 frame)
WEIGHT: 16.7 pounds
INFO: http://www.lookcycle-usa.com/
BONUS POINTS: Fulcrum wheels, stylish rear triangle, solid in sprints, Selle San Marco saddle.
AVAILABLE NOW AT BIKEBLING.COM $2999.99
Sunday
New breed of DH race bike. Introducing the Intense 951 FRO
The 951 FRO has been designed around the next generation VPP2 suspension platform. It features travel in the range of 8-8.5in, a 83mm-wide bottom bracket, One Point Five head tube and ISCG 05 guide mount. The frame is constructed from Easton EA6 tubing and custom CNC machined 6061 aluminum bits (linkage and rear dropouts). A medium frame with Fox DHX RC4 shock is said to weigh 9.5lb. Complete bike as shown is said to weigh in at 37lbs!
First in production will be the FRO (For Racing Only) model with monocoque down tube and G3 dropouts, allowing the rider to change wheelbase, head angle and bottom bracket height depending on track conditions. Plans are in the works for a less expensive model with a traditional down tube and fixed dropouts is in the production pipeline. They will be available in 3 sizes and in various color options YTBD.
MSRP is $2760 for the FRO with Fox RC4 shock, $2420 for the production version with Fox RC2
Give us a call for production updates and availability @ 1-800-BIKEPRO or visit BikeBling.com
Making the 951 from jeff steber on Vimeo.
Saturday
Big Boy Toys
If you thought you were too tall to fit onto a nice high-end mountain bike and didn't want to spend the big dollars for a custom fit bike frame. Think again.
This 25" Ventana El Capitan 29er went out to a customer that is 6'-7" tall. 29ers are the logical choice when shopping for a mountain bike that will fit taller individuals. You get all of the same benefits of a standard mountain bike plus the added advantage of 29" wheels which roll over obstacles better than a 26" wheel ever will.
Ventana is a premiere manufacturer of solid, handcrafted, made in the USA mountain bikes. For the past 21 years, they have building some of the best bikes you can buy. The Ventana El Capitan offers up 4" of plush rear wheel travel. The "X" frame design adds much needed lateral rigidity while giving a generous amount of standover height. The larger El Capitan's come with quad bearings at the rocker and bottom bracket pivots which increases the durability while reducing the maintenance frequency of the pivot points.
The El Capitan and the El Rey are available in 17", 19", 21", 23" & 25" frame sizes. Visit here for more details. Call us if you want more information or if you'd like a quote on a new dream ride. 1-800-BIKEPRO.
This 25" Ventana El Capitan 29er went out to a customer that is 6'-7" tall. 29ers are the logical choice when shopping for a mountain bike that will fit taller individuals. You get all of the same benefits of a standard mountain bike plus the added advantage of 29" wheels which roll over obstacles better than a 26" wheel ever will.
Ventana is a premiere manufacturer of solid, handcrafted, made in the USA mountain bikes. For the past 21 years, they have building some of the best bikes you can buy. The Ventana El Capitan offers up 4" of plush rear wheel travel. The "X" frame design adds much needed lateral rigidity while giving a generous amount of standover height. The larger El Capitan's come with quad bearings at the rocker and bottom bracket pivots which increases the durability while reducing the maintenance frequency of the pivot points.
The El Capitan and the El Rey are available in 17", 19", 21", 23" & 25" frame sizes. Visit here for more details. Call us if you want more information or if you'd like a quote on a new dream ride. 1-800-BIKEPRO.
Thursday
Tour of California - Bike Bling Expo Slideshow
The final stage of the Amgen Tour of California was a great success. With crowds in excess of 25k, phenomenal support coming from the tour's sponsors. Escondido laid witness to a truly world class event. Levi Leipheimer and Team Astana took the overall race from what turned out to be the hardest stage of the race as far as shear elevation/miles ridden. Palomar mountain is always a challenge whether you're riding a road bike up East Grade or pedaling your way up Nate Harrison Grade on your mountain bike. You're going to feel it! We thank all of the riders in this year's tour. It's definitely North America's premiere stage race.
The Bike Bling Expo was a great success. Thanks go out to everyone that stopped by to see what been up to since we opened our doors last May. The Expo storefront had many asking if this was our new location? We're still located at our 413 West 5th Ave location. We moved everything back to the shop that same evening. A special thanks to all of our friends and family that have been there for us throughout this 10 month journey.
Thank you,
From everyone on the Bike Bling team!
Niner's 2009 R.I.P. 9 News
Here's the latest information received from Niner on the progress of the new RIP9...
The 2009 Rip 9 is coming down the pipe. Steve put some final touches on the frame, including a newly shaped top tube and removal of the pre-production gusset and support brace on the top tube (the frames we had at Interbike were still pre-production samples).
Through final testing and reshaping, the frame will be even stronger, cleaner and lighter than those shown at Interbike. Additionally, production frame welding will be neater.
On the color option front we have great news - the frame will be available in RAW! We've replaced the moondust grey with a raw finish to go with the ano black and milk dud ano for '09.
This first run will be limited so find your favorite Niner dealer to set up a deposit/pre-order.
FEATURES:
· Taper steerer tube technology
· Hydroformed top and downtubes
· Over 10 forged or extruded parts
· FEA and mechanical stress tested
· Real-world tested
· CVA™ Suspension technology
· 4.5" of travel, designed around 120mm travel forks
At Bike Bling we're taking pre-orders on the 2009 RIP9. The first batch will sell out fast, so if you're having thoughts on building one up this spring? Call us and we'll reserve one for you.
We still have some of the remaining 2008 JET9 frames at ridiculously low prices starting at $1299.00. They are selling fast. This is a great opportunity to join the Niner revolution and save. Click here for details.
The 2009 Rip 9 is coming down the pipe. Steve put some final touches on the frame, including a newly shaped top tube and removal of the pre-production gusset and support brace on the top tube (the frames we had at Interbike were still pre-production samples).
Through final testing and reshaping, the frame will be even stronger, cleaner and lighter than those shown at Interbike. Additionally, production frame welding will be neater.
On the color option front we have great news - the frame will be available in RAW! We've replaced the moondust grey with a raw finish to go with the ano black and milk dud ano for '09.
This first run will be limited so find your favorite Niner dealer to set up a deposit/pre-order.
FEATURES:
· Taper steerer tube technology
· Hydroformed top and downtubes
· Over 10 forged or extruded parts
· FEA and mechanical stress tested
· Real-world tested
· CVA™ Suspension technology
· 4.5" of travel, designed around 120mm travel forks
At Bike Bling we're taking pre-orders on the 2009 RIP9. The first batch will sell out fast, so if you're having thoughts on building one up this spring? Call us and we'll reserve one for you.
We still have some of the remaining 2008 JET9 frames at ridiculously low prices starting at $1299.00. They are selling fast. This is a great opportunity to join the Niner revolution and save. Click here for details.
Monday
Intense Dirt Demo Day at Daley Ranch 1.17.09
Intense has scheduled a dirt demo at the Daley Ranch on Saturday Jan, 17th 2009 8am- 2pm. They will be meeting at the main parking lot at Daley Ranch at the LaHonda entrance to the park.
Word has it they will have 25 bikes up there for anyone to demo. Ride the new 2009 Tracer in an enviroment that will allow you to get a "real feel" for the bike in local terrain. Bring your helmet, pedals and shoes and leave the rest to the guys at Intense.
This is a guaranteed great time. The weather is going to optimal and the venue will entertain all comers.
Stop by Bike Bling before or after the event and check out the latest Intense bikes and frames we have for sale. We have some great deals on complete bikes this month!
Check out the write-up from local legend Mountain Bike Bill
Thursday
Calling North County Mountain Bikers...
North County Mountain Bikers:
Here's what's happening around North County
PENASQUITAS CANYON - TUNNEL TRAIL:
If you've been following the status on the Del Mar Mesa Resource
Management Plan draft, you know that the City of San Diego's Open Space Division has told us the Closure of Deer Canyon is temporary while they wait for the California Department of Fish & Game and the US Fish & Wildlife Service to review the input and materials they received at the September, 2008 public hearing (and subsequent private government meetings) in regard to our suggestions that over 65% of the longstanding, migrant-worker created trails be closed and re-vegetated while a modicum of the most valued, least impactive trails be adopted into the Open Space Trails System as these pre-existing trails become part of the City's property.
The Agencies delivered their letter on February 27th, and I have
uploaded a copy of it to the Files section on the MTC's Yahoo site.
The letter is not good news. In simple summary, the agencies (which have no people on the ground at all, as anyone in these areas can attest after seeing decade(s) of 4x4 activity on the lands these agencies "manage") recommend that the entire area be closed, subject to the City's negotiation with SDG&E to allow use of the utility road only, and then subsequently pending a review of other trails that will begin in late 2009 and is predicated on the fencing, closure and enforcement of trail closures throughout the entirety of Deer Canyon. The agencies do recommend that equestrian trails be located in McGonigle Canyon and that an "equestrian use plan" for the Del Mar Mesa should be created.
The agencies also report that they, " have recently been made aware by City staff and the public that unauthorized trails have been apparently created, mainly by and for mountain bikers, throughout the Del Mar Mesa Preserve and to a lesser extent in the Carmel Mountain Preserve." They continue, "...illegal creation and current high density of bike trails is incompatible with the main purpose of the Preserves (i.e. biological preservation) and must be curtailed and corrected". You might find these assertions fly in the face with the known facts, the pubic record and your own personal knowledge, and you might find them suspiciously consistent with the misinformation published and professed by particular anti-access, anti-environmental groups known to approve the bulldozing of habitat and trails on the Del Mar Mesa. Draw your own conclusions but, note also that the City staff have either been wrongly quoted by these agencies, or they also perpetrated the same misinformation they know to be erroneous and misleading.
The second page of the agency letter describes a series of six tasks or goals that they have nothing to do with, but would like the City Open Space Division to implement. Give it a good look and ask yourself whether the agencies have just provide a recipe for failure by land managers that require your participation and support for reasonable policies and responsible management of the lands we own as the public.
Read the document and post your thoughts for our coordinated response.
Erik Basil
Multiuse Trails Coalition
____________________ ###____________________
CARLSBAD:
Trail work at La Costa on Jan 10 at 8 a.m. -Intersection of Camino Junipero and Corte Romero, right off of Rancho Santa Fe in La Costa
URGENT: The City of Carlsbad is embarking on a multi-year project called "Envision Carlsbad." The City is reaching out to the community to learn what is most important to its citizens. Carlsbad mountain bikers need to be involved in this process. First meeting is Wednesday, January 14 at 6pm, room 173, City of Carlsbad Faraday Center. Please contact me and recruit fellow Carlsbad mountain bikers to pitch in. This could be a pivotal opportunity to maintain trail access.
There will be an SDMBA sponsored trail day at Calavera on March 8. More details to follow.
If you know who is building illegal trails in Calavera (or anywhere else for that matter), tell them to knock it off! It's going to erode our credibility and cost us trails in the long run if they keep it up.
OCEANSIDE:
The City of Oceanside's Bicycle Committee has embraced the "Bicycle Skills Park" concept and has identified a 4 acre parcel near I-5 that could accommodate a pump track, jump park, progressive skills area, BMX track, and even some XC trails. Please contact me if you are interested in working on this project.
Erik Trogden
North County Coastal Liaison
SDMBA
Here's what's happening around North County
PENASQUITAS CANYON - TUNNEL TRAIL:
If you've been following the status on the Del Mar Mesa Resource
Management Plan draft, you know that the City of San Diego's Open Space Division has told us the Closure of Deer Canyon is temporary while they wait for the California Department of Fish & Game and the US Fish & Wildlife Service to review the input and materials they received at the September, 2008 public hearing (and subsequent private government meetings) in regard to our suggestions that over 65% of the longstanding, migrant-worker created trails be closed and re-vegetated while a modicum of the most valued, least impactive trails be adopted into the Open Space Trails System as these pre-existing trails become part of the City's property.
The Agencies delivered their letter on February 27th, and I have
uploaded a copy of it to the Files section on the MTC's Yahoo site.
The letter is not good news. In simple summary, the agencies (which have no people on the ground at all, as anyone in these areas can attest after seeing decade(s) of 4x4 activity on the lands these agencies "manage") recommend that the entire area be closed, subject to the City's negotiation with SDG&E to allow use of the utility road only, and then subsequently pending a review of other trails that will begin in late 2009 and is predicated on the fencing, closure and enforcement of trail closures throughout the entirety of Deer Canyon. The agencies do recommend that equestrian trails be located in McGonigle Canyon and that an "equestrian use plan" for the Del Mar Mesa should be created.
The agencies also report that they, " have recently been made aware by City staff and the public that unauthorized trails have been apparently created, mainly by and for mountain bikers, throughout the Del Mar Mesa Preserve and to a lesser extent in the Carmel Mountain Preserve." They continue, "...illegal creation and current high density of bike trails is incompatible with the main purpose of the Preserves (i.e. biological preservation) and must be curtailed and corrected". You might find these assertions fly in the face with the known facts, the pubic record and your own personal knowledge, and you might find them suspiciously consistent with the misinformation published and professed by particular anti-access, anti-environmental groups known to approve the bulldozing of habitat and trails on the Del Mar Mesa. Draw your own conclusions but, note also that the City staff have either been wrongly quoted by these agencies, or they also perpetrated the same misinformation they know to be erroneous and misleading.
The second page of the agency letter describes a series of six tasks or goals that they have nothing to do with, but would like the City Open Space Division to implement. Give it a good look and ask yourself whether the agencies have just provide a recipe for failure by land managers that require your participation and support for reasonable policies and responsible management of the lands we own as the public.
Read the document and post your thoughts for our coordinated response.
Erik Basil
Multiuse Trails Coalition
____________________ ###____________________
CARLSBAD:
Trail work at La Costa on Jan 10 at 8 a.m. -Intersection of Camino Junipero and Corte Romero, right off of Rancho Santa Fe in La Costa
URGENT: The City of Carlsbad is embarking on a multi-year project called "Envision Carlsbad." The City is reaching out to the community to learn what is most important to its citizens. Carlsbad mountain bikers need to be involved in this process. First meeting is Wednesday, January 14 at 6pm, room 173, City of Carlsbad Faraday Center. Please contact me and recruit fellow Carlsbad mountain bikers to pitch in. This could be a pivotal opportunity to maintain trail access.
There will be an SDMBA sponsored trail day at Calavera on March 8. More details to follow.
If you know who is building illegal trails in Calavera (or anywhere else for that matter), tell them to knock it off! It's going to erode our credibility and cost us trails in the long run if they keep it up.
OCEANSIDE:
The City of Oceanside's Bicycle Committee has embraced the "Bicycle Skills Park" concept and has identified a 4 acre parcel near I-5 that could accommodate a pump track, jump park, progressive skills area, BMX track, and even some XC trails. Please contact me if you are interested in working on this project.
Erik Trogden
North County Coastal Liaison
SDMBA
Tuesday
Look Bicycles at Bike Bling
Just so you don’t think we're an all mountain bike shop; which we never really were. We have brought in complete 566 & 576 bikes in full size runs.
The 566’s are available with either SRAM Rival components or Shimano Ultegra equipment. I think we even have a 959 frameset on its way to the store! You can check out the Look framesets we have listed on our site click here or stop by our showroom. Click here for directions.
Thursday
New at Bike Bling for November
Given all of the buzz surrounding Bike Bling's popularity, we managed to grab two of the biggest brands in the business. Rounding out the stable of high-end mountain bikes available at the shop. Bike Bling is now bringing you Intense Cycles and Santa Cruz Bicycles.
We have brought in 2009 frames and complete bikes from Intense and Santa Cruz. Making the journey to Bike Bling all the more worth your while...
Click on the graphic for directions & store hours. We're centrally located from all areas of San Diego, Orange County and Riverside, nestled between Lake Hodges and the Daley Ranch riding areas. Stop in after your ride and experience what Bike Bling is all about!
We have brought in 2009 frames and complete bikes from Intense and Santa Cruz. Making the journey to Bike Bling all the more worth your while...
Click on the graphic for directions & store hours. We're centrally located from all areas of San Diego, Orange County and Riverside, nestled between Lake Hodges and the Daley Ranch riding areas. Stop in after your ride and experience what Bike Bling is all about!
Mountain Bike Review
We just hooked up with the guys at MTBR. We are now part of HotDeals, Buy it here and we're floating some banners in some key spots on their site. We supplied our "Hot Deal" store with some of your favorite products at some pretty incredible prices... As is Save Huge!Track us there or on our website.
And the news from our product dev.department they are loading a bunch of 2009 gear, parts and accessories. Look for even more Road Bike gear and accessories. New products are arriving every week. New helmets and clothing from Troy Lee Designs are on their way; along with unheard of deals on select Mavic wheelsets...
Visit our weekly specials for the greatest ways to save on your favorite cycling gear.
Saturday
Niner Jet 9 Rocker Issues
We have some bad news to report. We have seen 7 frames where the upper link has broken on the Jet 9. We have started some initial investigations into the cause.
We just got some of the failed links back and are sending them out for additional testing.
We feel it is our responsibility to inform you and to keep you posted about how we are going to rectify the situation.
We at this time do ask that you stop riding your Jet 9 and please have your local shop inspect the upper shock linkage for cracks. If you have a crack please contact us. If not we still must ask that you do not ride the bike further as there is always a potential for an injury due to a breakage.
Given our size we spend a huge amount of money on R&D testing. We use FEA analysis on our frames and parts, physical jig testing, and of course real world testing. Even with these safe guards in place things can still happen.
We hope you will be understanding and see that we are being open about this issue. We are riders just like you and know what a bummer it is to get something and not be able to use it. We are going to rectify the situation and get you back on the trails as fast and responsibly as we can. I’m sure this will be fodder for those “haters” but we will just have to take our lumps and move on.
To exchange your links check here for details
Chris & Steve
Niner Bikes
We just got some of the failed links back and are sending them out for additional testing.
We feel it is our responsibility to inform you and to keep you posted about how we are going to rectify the situation.
We at this time do ask that you stop riding your Jet 9 and please have your local shop inspect the upper shock linkage for cracks. If you have a crack please contact us. If not we still must ask that you do not ride the bike further as there is always a potential for an injury due to a breakage.
Given our size we spend a huge amount of money on R&D testing. We use FEA analysis on our frames and parts, physical jig testing, and of course real world testing. Even with these safe guards in place things can still happen.
We hope you will be understanding and see that we are being open about this issue. We are riders just like you and know what a bummer it is to get something and not be able to use it. We are going to rectify the situation and get you back on the trails as fast and responsibly as we can. I’m sure this will be fodder for those “haters” but we will just have to take our lumps and move on.
To exchange your links check here for details
Chris & Steve
Niner Bikes
Sunday
Proud to represent
New to the shop... We're proud to represent Rocky Mountain Bikes. We just loaded up on some of their more popular bikes and frames. We look forward to a successful venture with this top of the line mountain bike company. Read about their core philosophy below. Visit our store for the best deals on bikes, parts and accessories.
We build bikes for people who love to ride. It's the core of what we do. We know that there are a million different types of riders out there. People who love long, epic rides; people who love sessioning the jump park; people who love cross-country racing, and those who just love it all. The combinations are endless, and so are the possibilities.
As a bike company, we've made it our mission to create a high-grade quiver of bikes that meets the needs of the myriad of off-road cyclists out there. To do this we pay particular attention to innovation, quality, and detail. Bikes for people who love to ride designed and built by people who love to ride. That's the secret-letting the passion of riding create beautiful, strong, high performance bikes.
When you get on a Rocky Mountain and take it for a spin you'll realize we practice what we preach. Building bikes for all types of riders which meet our standards is why we've developed four independent, purpose-built full suspension systems. It's why our R&D facility is located right beside our factory. It's why we're not a mass production operation. We hand build our bicycles and all of our wheels. We also invest heavily in quality control and high construction standards. It's why we offer everything from steel hardtails to 9-inch suspension downhill rigs. And, it's why we use name brand quality tubing and name brand components to build our bikes.
Even though we're bigger than we were when we started 27 years ago, we still employ the same practices, the same hands on approach we did then. It's all still right here in Vancouver, British Columbia, and because of that, subject to the constant scrutiny of all our employees. The noises from our factory can be heard right in our head offices.
We are a semi-custom bike manufacturer. We're not huge and were not trying to be. We're not pumping out hundreds of thousands of bikes a year. It's because of this we can take our time to ensure that every Rocky Mountain is the best it can be. So, if you want a quality ride from the tubing right through to the wheels, this is where you belong. Bikes built for riders, by riders, in a place where the riding rules.
Philosophy
We build bikes for people who love to ride. It's the core of what we do. We know that there are a million different types of riders out there. People who love long, epic rides; people who love sessioning the jump park; people who love cross-country racing, and those who just love it all. The combinations are endless, and so are the possibilities.
As a bike company, we've made it our mission to create a high-grade quiver of bikes that meets the needs of the myriad of off-road cyclists out there. To do this we pay particular attention to innovation, quality, and detail. Bikes for people who love to ride designed and built by people who love to ride. That's the secret-letting the passion of riding create beautiful, strong, high performance bikes.
When you get on a Rocky Mountain and take it for a spin you'll realize we practice what we preach. Building bikes for all types of riders which meet our standards is why we've developed four independent, purpose-built full suspension systems. It's why our R&D facility is located right beside our factory. It's why we're not a mass production operation. We hand build our bicycles and all of our wheels. We also invest heavily in quality control and high construction standards. It's why we offer everything from steel hardtails to 9-inch suspension downhill rigs. And, it's why we use name brand quality tubing and name brand components to build our bikes.
Even though we're bigger than we were when we started 27 years ago, we still employ the same practices, the same hands on approach we did then. It's all still right here in Vancouver, British Columbia, and because of that, subject to the constant scrutiny of all our employees. The noises from our factory can be heard right in our head offices.
We are a semi-custom bike manufacturer. We're not huge and were not trying to be. We're not pumping out hundreds of thousands of bikes a year. It's because of this we can take our time to ensure that every Rocky Mountain is the best it can be. So, if you want a quality ride from the tubing right through to the wheels, this is where you belong. Bikes built for riders, by riders, in a place where the riding rules.
Tuesday
Banshee in the house
We're proud to announce the arrival of Banshee to BikeBling. A long time favorite of the shop staff... Banshee has been busy over the past year refining their designs and it is apparent it was time well spent. Their new frames are amazing. You can tell that they are working closely with their vendors, right out the box... these are some serious two wheeled weapons!
Flawless build execution and tasty styling! We're so stoked to have these guys part of our line-up. We'll post a review shortly. You can connect to their blog directly off of ours. Check em out when you get a chance.
Friday
Our doors are open!
As scheduled our doors have opened and we are ready to service the public. It has been a whirlwind of preparing the building, ordering products, building the website and speading the word that there is a new high-end bike shop in Escondido again.
We have filled the store with the best brands in the cycling industry. You can find whatever you're looking for here at the store or on the website.
The store is easy to find at 413 West 5th Ave, Escondido, Ca. 92025, or type BikeBling into Google Maps and you can get turn by turn directions to our front door.
We invite everyone to come on over to check us out and while you're here pick up a free pair of BikeBling socks! We are located between two very popular riding areas in North County, Lake hodges and the Daley Ranch. Stop in after your ride and you can see what we have been up to.
We have filled the store with the best brands in the cycling industry. You can find whatever you're looking for here at the store or on the website.
The store is easy to find at 413 West 5th Ave, Escondido, Ca. 92025, or type BikeBling into Google Maps and you can get turn by turn directions to our front door.
We invite everyone to come on over to check us out and while you're here pick up a free pair of BikeBling socks! We are located between two very popular riding areas in North County, Lake hodges and the Daley Ranch. Stop in after your ride and you can see what we have been up to.
Sunday
Jet 9 Production Update
Okay, so we’re not going to beat around the bush on this one. The JET 9's will be delayed again. It's always something, right? Well, the frames are almost finished, actually, the frames ARE finished and ready to go. Now it’s a delay in the linkage that’s clogging the works. We are really putting everything we have into making the JET 9 not only the best functioning bike we can design, but also the best looking rig that we’re capable of. In that effort, we were really pushing for a mirror polish finish on the linkage and we were unhappy with the level of “mirror” we were achieving with standard polishing and clear ano. So, months ago, before production, we started testing chrome plating. This is not the chrome plating from your 1981 Mongoose BMX bike that just flaked off after a month, this chrome plating has been refined and is amazingly thin (about .01mm thickness). It also doesn’t come off. We literally dragged the test linkage through the streets to see the effect on the chrome plating, and although it did scratch, it never flaked, no matter how much abuse we hammered into it. We dented, bent, banged and otherwise destroyed the chrome plated test linkage, and it just grinned and kept shinning. It seems that the worst thing you can do to it is touch it, and put your finger prints all over it.
We know you’re probably pretty eager to get your hands on the new frames, and we’re just as miffed about it as you are. We’re doing everything in our power to rectify the problem and deliver the Jet 9’s with the beautiful linkage we set out to deliver. Again, we know, another delay. We apologize sincerely, we expect to have frames to your local Niner Dealers around April 28th. This is the final stretch, we're almost there, please hang in there with us.
If the delay is an issue please contact Ryan ryan@ninerbikes.com.
We have had a lot of calls about the compatibility of the FOX F29 and the Jet 9. We did extensive testing of early prototypes of the FOX F29 in both the 80mm and 100mm versions while we were in development. (Thanks FOX!!) We can happily say the F29 will work brilliantly with the Jet 9. We do recommend you use the consumer version with the 44mm offset verses the Gary Fisher OEM version at 51mm. Rock Shox Reba and all other current 80mm-100mm travel 29er forks will work as well.
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