By Francis Cebedo December 01, 2016 Let’s forget about “need” for a moment and move on to “want.” After all, that’s completely in line with the spirit of Christmas (at least the whole Black Friday part). Here are a few choice items that would make anyone feel like they got your first bike all over again. SRAM is so far ahead of the game, they figured out that we all need 12 speeds before most of us actually wanted it. But put any rider on the system and the reaction is the same. Seamless functionality is the consensus, as the system rarely calls attention to itself. It just delivers superior range to provide a better, faster ride. There are tool kits and then there is the mother of all tool kits, Topeak’s Prep Station Pro Toolset. Fifty-five shop quality tools (with 85 functions) are divvied up in seven well-organized tool compartments all housed in an easy-to-roll-around trolley with T-handle and sturdy 5” wheels. Whether you’re tackling simple tasks such as swapping a cassette, or undertaking a complete bottom bracket overhaul this kit has what you need to get the job done.
For all the winter riding enthusiasts out there, the Framed Minnesota 2.0 Fat Bike is a great (and supremely affordable) option. This snow tamer starts with a 6061 alloy frame loaded up with SRAM X5 and X7 in a 2×9 drivetrain for easy shifting and performance in any riding conditions. Framed then added Avid BB5 mechanical disc brakes for smooth stopping power. Traction is provided by Framed’s own Minnesota 4.0 120tpi folding bead tires with lightweight tubes. The build is rounded out with a set of 80mm aluminum 32-hole lightweight rims to reduce rolling weight and increase strength and performance. The MN 2.0 gives you everything you need to conquer Old Man Winter in a highly cost effective package. Roof top tents have been around for decades, but they’ve only recently been adopted by the 4-wheeling crowd. Now, mountain bikers and outdoor enthusiasts have taken interest, as the promise of a quick set up and tear down seem enticing. All the bedding stays clean and protected in the tent, including a 2.5 inch memory foam mattress.
Sometimes, a product is so expensive that it calls attention to itself and creates a following. Yeti coolers have exploded with near perfect looks, functionality, and quality. And they’ve created a great brand and a massive ecosystem of cooling products. In the end, they chill your beer in style and that is a worthy cause indeed. Fast and agile with 100mm travel and a Yamaha drive system, this SDURO full suspension ePerformance bike is the perfect compromise between efficiency and comfort. Perfectly matched components, a central seating position, and a dynamic design, make this bike ideal for any off-roader. Spending $125 for a set of Allen wrenches may seem absurd. But we still love this luxury offering from Silca, where every wrench is machined and powder coated to perfection and then housed in an elegant wood case. Every time you use it, you will smile and quietly celebrate that you are turning the best wrench around. More info at silca.cc RockyMounts has leveraged 23 years of innovation to create one of the world’s most versatile and elegant platform hitch racks.
The 1.25″ SplitRail can accommodate 2 bikes, while the 2″ model can handle 2, 3, or 4 bikes. Each strut is engineered with 4″ of side-to-side adjustment, which makes fitting anything from kids to adult bikes simple and easy. And no tools are required to install/remove the rack from vehicle. The SplitRail includes their proprietary anti-wobble device for secure attachment to vehicle. An easily accessible release handle allows the rack to be positioned into stow, use, and tilt positions, while an integrated cable locks secure bikes to rack, and a locking hitch pin secures the rack to the vehicle (lock cores and keys included). The SplitRail comes with a Wall Mount Storage Hook for stashing the rack in the garage when not in use. And of course RockyMounts stands by its products by offering a lifetime warranty. The Lupine Wilma is such a staggering achievement that we recommend it more than any other light we’ve tested. It is a legitimate 3200 Lumens that runs for 1:45. It has a huge beam pattern and superior temperature control to dim and brighten the light.
And it is built with such quality that it will outlast your next few bikes. This article is part of Mtbr’s 2016 Holiday Gift Guide. For more gift ideas and holiday guides, CLICK HERE.International Launch Services (ILS) and Telesat have announced a contract for the ILS Proton launch of Telesat's Nimiq 6 satellite scheduled for mid-2012. Nimiq 6 is an all Ku-band satellite with 32 high power transponders that will be located at 91 degrees West Longitude. The 5 metric ton spacecraft is now under construction at Space Systems/Loral and will utilize their flight proven 1300 platform over its planned mission life of 15 years. Nimiq 6 is fully leased to Bell TV for the satellite's lifetime to serve the fast growing number of Bell TV subscribers across Canada. The Proton vehicle is Russia's premier heavy lift launcher and is built by Khrunichev Research and Space Production Center of Moscow, the majority owner of ILS and one of the pillars of the Russian space industry. Proton has a long heritage with 354 launches performed since its maiden flight in 1965.
ILS President Frank McKenna said, "ILS has a longstanding history with Telesat beginning with the first ILS Proton launch of Nimiq 1 over ten years ago, Canada's first direct broadcast digital TV satellite. Having just launched Nimiq 5 for Telesat last fall, ILS and Khrunichev are honored to have the opportunity to again work with the Telesat and Space Systems/Loral teams on the Nimiq 6 program." "Since our first Nimiq satellite on an ILS Proton, Telesat has counted on ILS to deliver the reliability and on-time performance that have made them an industry leader," said Dan Goldberg, Telesat's President and CEO. "We look forward to working closely with ILS, Khrunichev and Space Systems/Loral on the successful launch of Nimiq 6 in mid-2012" Share This Article With Planet Earth SPACE MEDIA NETWORK PROMOTIONS Tempur-Pedic Mattress Comparison ... XML Feeds :: :: :: :: Shootout at Indian space facility Paramilitary police guarding a space centre in southern India on Tuesday exchanged fire with two men who were acting suspiciously near the facility, an official said.