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IN THIS ISSUE
Tech, Trends & Know-How 6 Bike Fit: Sermons On The Mount 12 A Rare Look Inside The Campagnolo Factory 24 Of Bikes And Beer: The Fulton Gran Fondo 30 Last Stop
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Road Product 4 Easton: Game-Changing Technology 10 Campagnolo: Forza! Forza! 14 Lazer: Design Comes To A Head 18 Lizard Skins: The Finishing Touch 22 Michelin: Road Warriors 26 Recovery Solutions: Rest Easy
lead out / about this issue Cycling Greats, Heart Rates, and Bike Weights: Why I Love Road Bikes
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y name is Garrett Davis. I’m a creative director here at QBP and a lifelong cyclist and racer. I started with mountain bikes, then road, then cyclocross, and now I’ve been getting more and more into gravel. Like many of our customers, I identify with and love many types of riding and racing, but for me, road riding holds a special place. The passion, intensity, and history have always captivated me. As many of us in the U.S. recover from a long winter, there are reminders everywhere that summer is on the way, and with it the best time of the year to be on the roads, training or bumping elbows in the races. Summer means sprinting in a group to the next stop sign, training, and chasing upgrade points in the local crit series. Summer is a magical time to be on a bike, and the road is where this obsession with two wheels really comes to life for me—and for many others too. For many of us, summer is a golden time of the year that takes us back to when we began riding, racing, and obsessing about two wheels. No matter how much we love gravel or fat bikes or whatever, when we click into a light, fast road bike a thrill comes rushing back. Looking back to the iconic and historic images of cycling greats, like Coppi climbing gravel roads in Italy during the Giro d’Italia, shows where the early seeds for the current gravel craze began. For many riders, no matter how far we stray, it always comes back to the road. At QBP we have embraced, and in many cases helped form, some of the newer categories that are popular in cycling and racing today. Fat bikes continue to grow in popularity, and gravel racing and bikepacking are their own proper offshoots with more and more equipment specific to the experience introduced each year. These things are great. But while road bikes may not be the flavor of the month, there’s no doubt road is still important to a huge number of cyclists. The sales numbers show it and the continued flow of innovative products each season does too. Lots of people ride bikes, but only roadies dive so deep into the minutiae of grams, cadence, gear charts, and resting heart rate. In this issue of the Call Up you’ll find some of the most lust-worthy road products we carry. From the new, limited-edition Campagnolo RS group to the new Lazer Z1 road helmet, there’s a ton of great new stuff aimed squarely at tackling long, uninterrupted stretches of blacktop. While QBP continues to lead the way with fat bikes, gravel, and other emerging categories, we wanted to take this opportunity to remind you that we, like many of you, still love and respect the road bike. It makes summer that much sweeter.
“No matter how much we love gravel or fat bikes or whatever, when we click into a light, fast road bike a thrill comes rushing back.”
on this page: Salsa Engineer/ Twin Six Metal racer Sean Mailen wearing down the field in the Tuesday Night Worlds at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds.
Cover photo by Tim Defrisco, courtesy of Pearl Izumi.
CALL UP / Volume 1, Number 6 / July 2014 Published by Quality Bicycle Products 6400 West 105th Street Bloomington, Minnesota 55438 www.qbp.com Customer Service: 800.346.0004 customerservice@qbp.com If you’d like to stop receiving a paper version of Call Up, please contact Customer Service. All brands, trademarks and content in Call Up is the intellectual property of QBP or our vendor partners, all rights reserved. © Quality Bicycle Products, Inc. 2014
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QBP is thrilled to announce its new partnership with Easton Cycling.
GameChanging Technology Real speed comes from knowing that your carbon equipment is engineered to outlast even the wildest of rides. Easton utilizes
technologies such as Relief-Area Design (RAD), TaperWall, wind tunnel analysis, and road tubeless in order to produce some of the lightest and strongest carbon components ever made. Rigorous testing ensures equipment will withstand the pressures of training rides and race days for years to come, and cyclists the confidence to push their riding further. EC90 SLX3 Road Handlebar HB3413 / JY278A
Uses Easton’s TaperWall and Intelligent Flex technologies to keep fatiguing vibrations away from your hands and arms while offering stiffness for cornering and sprinting (200g). EA90 SLX Aluminum Clincher Front Wheel WE3206 / EV600P
Easton’s top-of-the-line aluminum wheelset. Road tubeless rims, 17.5mm internal rim width and Echo hubs. Strong enough for training and CX riding (1400g).
EC90 Aero 55 Carbon Clincher Front Wheel WE3215 / PI1398K
Features leading aerodynamics, tubeless compatibility without rim strips, durability, and competitive weight. Fantom rims feature 19mm internal rim width, 55mm depth, and the round nose for stability in cross winds (1580g). EC90 Setback Seatpost ST3709 / UN252S
Features 20mm setback to fine-tune fit. Utilizes full carbon fiber construction. Incorporating Relief-Area Design (RAD) and
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TaperWall technology, the EC90 is designed to distribute stress along the length of the post. EC90 SL Stem SM3909 / HC288W
Strong enough to use for CX and XC mountain bike racing. To ensure performance, Easton used Distributed Stress Technology and TopLock faceplate to maximize handlebar/stem interface.
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PMS 8003c
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Tune up / tech tips and info to boost your know-how
Sermons On The Mount With the inundation of new fit terminology and event-specific geometries, the crusade for the perfect fit can get confusing. We asked two of our most experienced bike fitters to shed some light on how much really changes and what will always stay the same. Glenn Dussl, buyer, and Todd Cravens, QBP’s director of national accounts, have both spent a little time with an angle finder and a plumb bob. When we told them we wanted to put together an article about bike fit, Dussl quipped, “Why don’t you just make it about religion?” Finding the perfect fit on a bike really is about putting your faith in someone else when you haven’t been able to figure it out on your own. Even then, your beliefs can be shaken to their very foundations by a random comment on a club ride like, “Is that seat kind of low?” A solid knowledge of mechanics is essential for getting a rider headed in the right direction, but Cravens states, “The bike is just the backdrop. Fitting a rider is so much about listening and looking, asking more than answering, and being keenly observant. The person being fitted wants to be more efficient; ride longer, harder, and farther; and most importantly not hurt any more. The human side to fit is so critically important.” Here are some basic tenets of a good fit and where to get started.
ASK QUESTIONS Get the “state of the state” of the rider. • Find out what kind of riding the rider currently does, and what the rider aspires to • Are there disconnects between assumptions, desire, actual fitness, and how much time the rider can/will make for cycling? • Are there any injuries (old or new), or issues with flexibility? This helps determine if there will be areas requiring more attention. The rider may have something from an old injury that is causing discomfort or limitation
OBSERVE THE RIDER See the rider in action on the road or on a trainer. Look for or ask about: • An appropriate leg extension and knee alignment while pedaling. When the pedals are at 11:00 and 5:00, the extended knee should have a slight bend in it and the heel of the extended leg should be level. This makes for efficient pedaling and full use of the quadriceps • Shoulders should be squared, not rounded or compensating for a stem that is too long • Hand position on the tops of the bars, hoods, and in the drops. Ask about hand pressure as well • A bar drop that is too deep, or bars that are too wide • A toptube that is too long • Look at whether the person is rocking in the saddle with each pedal stroke, which is a sign that the saddle is too high • Triangulation between stem/bar height and seat height. The curve of the back and pelvis position give a sense for where the person is actually sitting on the saddle • Wear marks from the rider’s saddle contact points. This will also determine where the person is actually sitting on the saddle • RPM riding style. Is the rider is a “masher” that pushes a bigger gear, or a “spinner” with a more supple low gear and high RPM?
Check out our video on bike fit, starring Brendan and Salsa Design Engineer/all bike powerhouse Sean Mailen. Go to qbp.com and search for “Call Up.” 6 / CALL UP / PRODUCT / TECH / TRENDS / KNOW-HOW
Just because you can make adjustments doesn’t mean you should. If something has been working well and your tweaks make things worse, then go back to the original placement. Nobody has all of the answers. Get to know other fitters, physical therapists, kinesiologists, etc., that can help you. There’s always something to be learned.
The rider really dictates how the bike is adjusted. Look at the customer’s abilities, flexibility, and limits. Riding a crit versus a century should not dictate how a rider’s body is positioned; rather, the body dictates how the bike should be adjusted. If you position a set of bars and create a great amount of saddle to bar drop, but the rider’s flexibility can’t handle the position, the outcome will be an uncomfortable ride that equates to a loss of power and efficiency.
MAKE ADJUSTMENTS Many riders seek something between a “race” fit and an “endurance” fit for longer rides. For either style of fit, the customer should be communicating how the adjustments affect his ride as he trains towards his goal. Ultimately, the fit may change if discomfort occurs somewhere down the line. RACE FIT
ENDURANCE FIT
A KOS (Knee Over Spindle)—Drop a plumb line from the bump just below the kneecap to determine this position. In front of the spindle allows a more explosive snap for top end sprinting; a little behind supports muscling a bigger gear during longer efforts around the rider’s maximum sustainable watts
A KOS—For endurance riding where sprinting and muscling big gears is less frequently required, the position is more or less neutral to maybe just slightly behind the spindle
B Bar/seat relationship—Generally you end up with a greater disparity between the amount of stem and exposed seatpost, with the seatpost being significantly higher
C Arm position— Like with race fit, shoulders and hands/ wrists should be in a neutral position; they should not look like they’re reaching or cramped
D Back angle—The rider’s back is flatter on the hooks and lower flats. The pelvis is rotated slightly forward, but not onto soft tissue
RACE FIT
– Bar width/position—Race bars should closely match shoulder width, and the drops should be usable and allow the rider to tuck even lower while still maintaining comfort and the ability to generate power
D Back angle—The rider’s back is more upright on the hooks and lower flats. The pelvis is rotated slightly back, with more weight on the sit bones – Bar width/position—Endurance bars are sometimes wider than shoulder width to offer the rider more varied hand positions, as well as for increased leverage for a hilly all day effort. The drops are usable for an additional position but with less emphasis on an aero tuck or for sprinting
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C Arm position—A rough range for elbow bend is approximately 30° on the hoods, 40° to 45° on the drops or hooks, and 35° or so on the lower flats. Shoulders and hands/wrists should be in a neutral position; they should not look like they’re reaching or cramped
B Bar/seat relationship—The bars and stem are closer to level to provide a more upright position
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The good stuff / stock your shop for road
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Cycling Passion All Sewn Up 1 Fondo Bib Short AB2502 / ST143L • The all-new, all-season Fondo features an endurance fit, Power Lycra for enhanced muscle stabilization over longer rides, microsphere fabric for rapid moisture transfer, and Coldblack technology for thermoregulation 2 Pursuit SF Glove GL2439 / PK44E • Supple, form-fitting Clarino microfiber provides maximum performance, comfort and durability on the palm of the glove. Power Lycra and V-Mesh 360 stretch top offer optimal breathability 3 Strada 200 Olefin Sock SK1660 / UH23O • Olefin 200-needle high gauge-construction with a 15cm cuff, padded footbed, and reinforced heel and toe
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4 Fondo Donna Women’s Short AB2512 / KL121R • An endurance fit, Power Lycra for enhanced muscle stabilization over longer rides, microsphere fabric for rapid moisture transfer, and Coldblack technology for thermoregulation 5 Riga Short AB2507 / QW88U • An endurance fit and technology for all-day riding comfort. MicroTouch material transfers moisture rapidly and offers allseason thermoregulation. Power Lycra sustains performance with increased muscle stability 6 Riga Donna Women’s Short AB2517 / JE88T • An endurance fit and technology for all-day riding comfort. MicroTouch material transfers moisture rapidly and offers allseason thermoregulation. Power Lycra sustains performance with increased muscle stability
VISIBLE RAW POWER
1 Dura-Ace Crankset with Pioneer Power Meter System CK0420 / KM2590S • Dual strain gauges in both crank arms measure pedaling force and efficiency; ANT + wireless compatibility
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2 Pioneer Cycle Computer Head Unit with LCD EC0810 / QP420S • The standard Pioneer Cycle Computer has the same features of the color version, but with a 1.87" black and white display 3 Pioneer Color Cycle Computer Head Unit with LCD EC0800 / SP1050W • The Pioneer Color Cycle Computer features a 2.2" color LCD high visibility touchscreen with dual leg power display, thermometer, barometric sensor, and GPS receiver; ANT+ compatible, with micro USB for charging
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4 Ultegra Crankset with Pioneer Power Meter System CK0431 / LF2170D • Dual strain gauges in both crank arms measure pedaling force and efficiency; ANT + wireless compatibility
Class Standards
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1 Walz Wool 4-Panel Cycling Cap CL0724 / CL34P • Timeless good looks, with 100% wool construction and a moisture-wicking band 2 Quality Wheels Timeless DA7900 Wheel WE2972 / QK280V • So much flashy new product and crazy standards, has the world gone mad? Show ‘em how you stay focused with these instant classics
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3 Velo Orange Threadless Headset HD7774 / RU48U • Sealed-cartridge bearings, with polished alloy cups and a laser engraved logo
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4 Brooks Leather Handlebar Tape HT1211 / PG86O • Made of natural leather, the ideal complement to your Brooks saddle 5 Brooks B17 Standard Saddle SA1260 / EY154A • B17 is Brooks’ signature model and is available in several colors, as well as male and female versions 6 Velo Orange Long Setback Seatpost ST7700 / XG56U • Classy high-polish forged aluminum construction with generous 30.2mm setback
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Campagnolo, with its rich heritage which includes the first quick-release hub and pioneering 11-speed, has continuously pushed innovation in an attempt to produce a higher standard of components. That history and innovation has led to this: the Super Record RS groupset.
An evolution of the Super Record group, Super Record RS shows that, while electronic shifting has its benefits, mechanical groups are nowhere near obsolete. Improved ramping on the chainrings and an updated front derailleur make for better shifting performance, while the iconic Tricolore flag and limited edition graphics finish off the aesthetics of each piece.
Campagnolo Super Record RS Kit-In-A-Box KT0307 / JT3720F
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digging deep / exploring the industry
A RARE LOOK INSIDE THE CAMPAGNOLO FACTORY Eric Popiel is co-owner of East West Bikes in Fullerton, California, a So-Cal staple for high-end European road bikes. He is an avid rider and passionate about the sport. Originally from NYC, you would think he was born in the Italian region of Veneto. Last year, Eric was among a few shop owners that joined us on a trip to Italy to visit the Campagnolo factory in Vicenza. Once there, we practically had to peel him away from the factory floor. Here’s what Popiel had to say about that amazing tour.
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hen I first fell in love with road cycling, I started to hear about mythic Italian componentry that made good bikes great. I ventured to more and more shops to see the dreamy bikes that featured these parts in person…Colnago, DeRosa, Pinarello, Time, Guerciotti… Shortly thereafter, I bought my first bike equipped with Campagnolo. I fell more and more in love with, and became educated about, Campy, but very little information existed about the company’s employees or the factory. So many manufacturers in the industry seemed to welcome people as part of their marketing efforts, while Campagnolo seemed to be building some of theirs based on this secrecy. I was lured in and always wanted more. Eventually, I went from Campy user to dealer and user. My addiction was in full swing with no remorse. Our identity is closely associated with Campagnolo at East West Bikes. East West is a home for everything from the modern Campag 11, to the overhauls that make a 15-year-old group set still shift along. We are certainly not the biggest-volume Campagnolo shop, but we are disproportionately skewed toward it in terms of sales. We want to be that place that people think of first when it comes to anything Campagnolo. Years of curiosity and mystery reached a flash point with one phone call. Mike McGary, the Campagnolo brand ambassador for Quality Bicycle Products, rang me up. QBP is the largest distributor of Campagnolo components and wheels for the United States and is our main supplier. We had developed an amazing relationship with Mike, and saw him as a critical ally and resource in our quest to be the area’s Campagnolo expert. I answered the phone and responded in short, strange answers, probably from shock. We were getting an invitation from Campagnolo SRL and QBP to travel to Rome to participate in a gran fondo sponsored by Campy, followed by travel to Vicenza to visit the factory! Of course we said YES! Getting access to the Vicenza factory is as common as getting into the Wonka factory. Over the years, non-press visitors have been limited to a handful. But now, QBP was 12 / CALL UP / PRODUCT / TECH / TRENDS / KNOW-HOW
permitted to invite four shops. QBP wanted those who bleed the holy winged logo in their veins, and they assembled an amazing group. The trip and ride was amazing, and seeing Rome and all its beauty and history was incredible. The gran fondo was a well run event, and passing under the Campagnolo start sign with Valentino Campagnolo waving us all through was just awesome. Later that night, I had an incredible opportunity to sit with Dino Cento, Campagnolo’s OEM manager, at a pub in one of the many ancient neighborhoods of Rome. Dino answered almost all of the questions I could think to ask. I will not publish any of his answers, but I will reveal that solar-powered, wireless, 14-speed Electronic Power Shifting (“EPS”) is not coming soon. But it was the factory tour that got me on that plane, and it certainly didn’t disappoint. We arrived at the factory in Vicenza at about 11:30 a.m. in a van driven by one of
“He spoke with passion about each item, and as far as I was concerned, Dino Cento was the genuine Campagnolo genius I had always hoped to meet.” Campagnolo’s employees. Almost all manufacturing for Chorus, Record, Super Record, and EPS group sets is in Vicenza, as is the manufacturing for Zonda, Eurus, Shamal, Bullet, Hyperon, and the Bora wheels. Campagnolo’s Fulcrum counterparts are built here as well. In the lobby, we were surrounded by a small collection of bikes that served as a history lesson about the evolution of EPS and variations of ErgoPowers all the way back to the first prototypes 25 years ago! Soon, we were greeted by Dino, who ushered us upstairs and gave a presentation of Campagnolo’s recent global performance. Campagnolo’s global sales manager, Michele Cardi, then joined us for lunch and discussion. A private luncheon was set up for us, and Michele sat at
The doors to the factory in Vicenza; the start of the Gran Fondo on the Piazza Del Colosseo; Mike McGary and Eric Popiel on the Spanish Steps in Rome
the head of the table with a huge warm smile. He asked us intelligent and wonderful questions that spurred a long and fascinating dialog about the company’s history and future, competition with the “S” brands, and preserving the innovation and quality that Campagnolo stands for. Like many meals in Italy, ours began with a delicious pasta course, followed by a main course, and capped with dessert and coffee. It was an honor to indulge in that meal served on plates that bore the famous winged logo. Dino later returned to conduct this rare tour. We stopped at each workstation and machine that manufactures the individual parts that later get assembled into actual components and wheels. Campagnolo designs and develops molds in-house to make everything from small fasteners, rims, ErgoPower bodies, shift wafers, cogs, chainrings, spokes, etc. These parts then undergo many processes before coming together to as finished products. They’re then finally packaged carefully into the boxes that are as much a part of the tradition as the unmistakable Campagnolo logo. It was fascinating to see Campy chains assembled. First, the individual outer and inner plates are stamped out, as are the individual rollers and pins. Other machines then assemble these various parts into the long strands from which individual chains are counted and cut. Finally, that magical lubrication is applied. Valentino is very proud of the chain process and has vowed to never let it out of the Vicenza facility. Often overlooked, chains may be among the most impressive components Campagnolo produces. Just seeing how the pins for Record 11 are hollowed is hard to adequately describe. The entire process seems to be a perfect balance of technology and equipment combined with human touch. I smiled and nodded at the chain guru and realized that his hands had touched the hundreds (maybe thousands at this point) of Campagnolo chains I’ve installed. It’s always been impressive to unravel them before, but now I’ll smile a little more each time I open one. Next up was the product testing area. We observed a fully functioning EPS group set submerged in a tank of mud. A machine tested the effects of heavy humidity and salt on
varying components, one of which was a CULT bearing that still spun very nicely. Another provided a simulation of huge rock impacts on rims. One machine even tested decals on the rims against the moisture and other circumstances that would cause them to peel. I also saw Campagnolo products being tested that are probably a few years away from release. There are some goodies on the way—that much I will tell. Dino seemed to know everyone on the factory floor, as well as every single part of each process. He was able to grab items at varying stages of production and describe each stage of the process and tell why it was as critical as the next. He spoke with passion about each item, and as far as I was concerned, Dino was the genuine Campagnolo genius I had always hoped to meet. The Campagnolo people I met with were somewhat uncomfortable with the general state of the factory in terms of cleanliness, but I was rather impressed. A few shavings on the ground are par for the course, but Italian pride is part of the process. The diligence of each of the artisans working that day was by far the most impressive part of the factory. These were people that were so proud and focused on their work and it showed. Five hours went by in a flash. I could have stayed there for 20. As the final Italian light started to disappear from the sky, Dino took us into ancient Vicenza for a tour of his adopted and beloved city. His passion for that ancient city mirrored his passion for the company. He showed us intricate details of the old church and the piazzas. It was so easy to fall in love with that gorgeous city. That walking tour was magical. That evening we had one final candid and captivating meal with Michele. We stayed late as no one wanted this glorious day to end. All of us at the table exhausted our curiosities, asked the questions we’d traveled to Italy to ask, and held onto the feeling of being on the inside. Moments like this epitomize the magic of cycling and keep me in the industry.
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Design Comes To A Head The new Z1 from Lazer brings nearly 35 years of technological expertise in helmet design to a head. With the next-generation Rollsys head retention, a new
frontal design called T-Pro, and 31 jet engine sized vents, the incredibly lightweight 220g Z1 will lead the way for performance road helmets for years to come. Add the Aeroshell for protection against weather and for an advantage in the wind. 14 / CALL UP / PRODUCT / TECH / TRENDS / KNOW-HOW
1 Z1 Helmet HE1833 / QN324S • New Lazer top-end helmet. Lighter, cooler, safer. It has an improved Rollsys fit system for the superior Lazer fit
2 Snap-on Shell for Helium Helmet HE4091 / FE26K • A dual-purpose shell that provides protection and warmth in colder inclement weather and also provides quick aero advantage by reducing the drag of the helmet
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Snap-on Shells • Dual-purpose shells that provide protection and warmth in colder inclement weather and also provide quick aero advantage by reducing the drag of the helmet
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HE4171 / IV18C
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HE4051 / BR18A
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HE4065 / BV18Z
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6 WASP Time Trial Helmet HE1607 / UR480L • Lazer time trial helmet has the lowest drag of any bike helmet. This is the pinnacle of low-drag helmet technology that is still comfortable and safe
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The good stuff
Gear For The Regular Professional
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Shimano’s new 105 5800 series inherits the improvements and performance of Dura-Ace and Ultegra 11-speed mechanical groups—elite performance at sport pricing. 1 Crankset CK0006 / CZ270X • Four-arm, Hollowtech II construction with 3D outer chainring for stiffness, fits 34–53t 11-speed Shimano chainrings
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4 STI Lever Set LD0001 / WN388N • Compact shape and adjustable reach for comfort, polymer-coated cables for smooth performance 5 Front Derailleur FD0001 / GF54J • Longer link arm and a new spring mechanism reduce front shifting effort
2 Cassette FW0031 / TA94E • 11-speed close-ratio and wide range 11–32t cassette 3 Hydraulic Road STI Lever & Caliper Set LD0002 / YC996E • 11-speed mechanical-shifting, hydraulic brake STI levers compatible with Dura-Ace, Ultegra, and 105 11-speed mechanical groups
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6 Rear Derailleur RD0002 / XU80G • 11-speed mid-cage rear derailleur with 32t maximum low-cog
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1 SRAM Force22 GXP Kit In A Box KT9435B / OK1540Q • The Force group hits the intersection of high performance, lightweight, great looks and affordability
2 ENVE SES Aero Road Bar HB0482 / WS700X • The SES Aero Road bar combines ENVE’s legendary strength and lightweight with a new aerodynamic ergo shape
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3 ESI RCT Wrap HT8010 / YJ48A • ESI’s new RCT Wrap is made from the same silicone material as their legendary grips
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4 Garmin Vector Power Meter Pedal PD1005 / MK2500L • The Vector Large. If you have a crank that is 15–18mm thick and 44mm wide—this is what you’ve been waiting for
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The Finishing Touch
Your comfort on the bike can be the difference between winning and losing. Lizard Skins DSP bar
tape provides comfort at one of the most crucial touch points of your bike. It’s one of the lightest on the market and is offered in three thicknesses and multiple colors, allowing you to customize the look and feel of your bars while shedding unnecessary grams. And since DSP tape gets tackier as it gets wet, you get the ultimate comfort and control in all conditions. DSP Bar Tape
DSP (Dura Soft Polymer) has excellent durability, increased shock absorption, and great feel in any condition. It’s available in a variety of colors and 1.8, 2.5, and 3.2mm thicknesses. Black / HT5200 / RB38Y White / HT5201 / KB38Y Red / HT5202 / CK38N
Orange / HT5203 / WN38A Green / HT5204 / YZ38Q Blue / HT5205 / SM38F
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3 1 I-9 i25 Road Wheelset WE0248 / EW1400Q • i25 utilizes a 23.2mm wide rim extrusion instead of the traditional 19–19.5mm industry standard 2 ZIPP Service Course SL Seatpost ST4682 / AA148J • The secure, low-profile clamp allows the saddle to slide farther back along the rails, and with 0mm and 20mm setback options, it’s possible for nearly any rider to achieve the perfect fit
Engine Boosters
3 ZIPP Service Course SL Stem SM4625 / TI122M • The Service Course SL stem is still able to combine strength, stiffness, and reliability at a weight of only 120g (100mm) 4 ZIPP Service Course SL-70 Handlebar HB5614 / LG122M • The SL-70’s specially tuned drop shape allows comfortable hand positions with a short reach to control levers—vital for race situations
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A 20mm deep pressure relief channel provides comfort while the base remains stiff and durable. K:ium rails keep saddles light and affordable. These saddles are exclusive to QBP dealers. 1 Aliante Vs X Chroma SE Saddle SA2842 / CF216T • Available in all three colors shown
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2 Antares Vs X Chroma SE Saddle SA2847 / EG240G • Available in all three colors shown 3 Arione Vs X Chroma SE Saddle SA2849 / PD216Z • Available in all three colors shown
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5 1 Jagwire Road Elite Link Shift Kit CA6590 / PH100I • Durable aluminum housing won’t kink or rust and offers precise, compressionless performance 2 Jagwire Road Pro Complete DIY Kit CA6156 / MJ50J • Road Pro complete kits give you everything you need to refresh your housing and cables for those long summer rides
3 Kenda Kountach Tire TR5195 / OQ44F • Elite racing clincher tire with R2C dual-rubber compound for low rolling resistance while providing superior corner control in all conditions 4 Kenda Volare Tubular Tire TR5123 / VX110D • Top-performing tubular tire with 300 psi handmade casing and shielded Iron Cloak Belt puncture protection, lightweight supple latex tube
6 5 Conti Grand Prix 4000S II Tire TR9509 / MU74B • Updated with the latest Black Chili rubber compound for low rolling resistance and sensational grip. The vectran breaker belt provides superb puncture protection 6 Quality Wheels Shimano 105 / Mavic Open Sport Front Wheel WE5559 / JU154X • A build spec you’ll ride, quality you can see, and prices you love. These wheels have it all
7 7 DT Swiss R 28 SPLINE Clincher Front Wheel WE1251 / RU250Y • Performance in a two-pawl, straight-pull, hub-driven package, the R 28 SPLINE delivers as much value as performance in a 1,890g package. This all around wheelset will deliver great rides for years to come
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Road Warriors 1 Pro4 Tubular
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TR9991 / CS128U
TR8742 / JK84C
TR8761 / EM76B
The Pro4 tubular utilizes all of Michelin’s race-winning technology in one pro level tubular race tire.
Improving on the already outstanding Pro4, the Comp utilizes a 150 tpi casing, and only weighs 180g.
Michelin’s gold standard for road tire performance—supple casing and excellent cornering traction. Now available in white and green.
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When Charles Terront won the first running of the Paris-Brest-Paris race in 1891, he did it using Michelin’s prototype pneumatic tires, solidifying the French tire maker’s place in history. Throughout the years, Michelin tires have been race proven time and time again by pro teams the world over. From the ultralight , race ready Pro4 Tubular, to the always reliable and affordable Dynamic Sport, Michelin’s product offering has you covered.
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The race inspired performance of the Pro4, with a high-mileage tread compound and bead-to-bead puncture protection. 23 and 25mm available, in four colors.
The new Lithion 2 Reinforced has the same long-wearing performance tread as the original, with the addition of a bead-tobead puncture protection layer.
The always reliable Dynamic Sport blends performance, durability, and value in one package. 23, 25, and 28mm available, in four colors.
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Of Bikes and Beer: The Fulton Gran Fondo 24 / CALL UP / PRODUCT / TECH / TRENDS / KNOW-HOW
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hey came to us,” says All-City’s Jeff Frane, relating how All-City got involved with the Fulton Gran Fondo. The ride, which took place in early May, was the result of All-City’s partnership with local beer maker Fulton Brewing. But, Frane repeats, “the ride was their idea. We just helped make it happen.” Fulton is a popular young Minneapolis brewery. Beer is as obvious a part of cycling as coffee, so it comes as no surprise that Fulton is made up of people who ride bikes. Since it opened for business a few years ago, Fulton has made fostering community and encouraging outdoor living top priorities of its character and way of doing business. The company runs an entrepreneurial microloan program, develops partnerships supporting philanthropic organizations, and it sponsors a cycling team, Fulton Racing. The team began soon after Fulton opened, after mutual friends connected Fulton’s Ryan Petz and All-City’s Frane. Petz wanted Fulton involved in local cycling, so the two hammered out the details of building and co-operating a team. They built a roster, purchased team kits, and began racing locally. Before long they began discussing other possibilities, too. “The Gran Fondo was originally my idea, made possible and better with help from a lot of others,” says Petz.
“I wanted the twin cities to have an endurance road cycling event that starts and ends in the city, is accessible to riders of varying skill and experience levels, and highlights the passionate community of cyclists we have as well as the wonderful trail and road riding available to us. “The idea became a reality when I brought it up with our All-City/Fulton CX team, and the team, who collectively have tons of experience both participating in and putting on this type of ride, got behind the idea right away.” Both Frane and Petz talk about the ride with typical Minnesotan humility, but such rides—longer, self-supported, and open to the public for a small entry fee—are rare, and by all measures this one seems to have been an unmitigated success. They planned for 150 to 200 riders. Over 600 riders showed up for the inaugural 100-mile ride that wound through the metro and into the rolling countryside to the southwest, starting and ending at the brewer’s new building in Northeast Minneapolis, where Fulton threw a party as riders returned. The family-friendly event, open to the public, was complete with bands, food trucks, and beer on tap. The ride and party were a launch for Randoneur, a new summer beer in Fulton’s line, a fact that seems a bit lost in the afterglow of the ride itself. “The Gran Fondo went really well, from start to finish,” reflects Petz. “The ride was awesome—great route, perfect weather, and 600 enthusiastic participants. We had the whole gamut of riders, from legitimate racers to weekend warriors to seniors to youth. It had a great atmosphere; everyone was extremely laid back, having a good time, helping each other out, respectful. For me personally, it was my first ride over 70 miles, and it went great! I felt surprisingly good at the end and had plenty of energy to have some beers and enjoy the music at the block party.”
For information about the 2014 Fulton Gran Fondo, visit www.fultongranfondo.com
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Rest Easy These days, how you recover off the bike is just as crucial to your performance as how you train on the bike. From low-tech solutions like foam rollers
and compression socks to high-tech products such as a Compex muscle stimulator, QBP has a broad assortment of recovery solutions to keep you rolling.
1 Compex Performance Muscle Stimulator
4 Osmo Women’s Acute Recovery Drink Mix
EC0701 / NX806S
EB1013 / AN44T
The ultimate package for warming up, strength building, and recovery—with five programs and five levels of progression to achieve the highest level of performance.
Drink within 30 minutes of exercise to address hormonerelated recovery challenges. 5 SLS3 Compression Socks SK0756 / IM44D
The “everyday” recovery compression sock. Slightly less compressive and discreet color scheme is ideal in both sport and casual wear.
2 Trigger Point Cold Roller TA1020 / CI134D
Place the cold roller in the freezer for two hours, then roll out your sore muscles with the added benefit of the chilled stainless steel roller.
6 Trigger Point Foam Roller TA1002 / JC94W
Distinct zones allow for targeted and realistic massage experience; durable construction won’t break down with heavy use.
3 Osmo Men’s Acute Recovery Drink Mix EB1005 / AB44E
Speeds recovery, optimizes training adaptions and rapidly restores glycogen.
7 Zoot Compression Socks SK0856 / VB66B
Anatomic construction allows targeted compression and support to maximize recovery.
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1 Defeet UnD-Shurt BL7765 / OR42Z • Four-season comfort with MicroSupreme fabric for excellent moisture management 2 Craft Cool Mesh Super Light Sleeveless BL0102 / RS58A • Craft’s superlight SL base layer combines ergonomic fit and superior cooling and ventilation 3 Pearl Izumi Transfer Light SL BL5041 / QG54W • Pearl Izumi’s Transfer Lite SL base layer provides an odor-free and anatomically close-to-body fit 4 Louis Garneau 1001 Singlet BL4732 / YX44N • The 1001 utilizes Drytex fabric with perforations that create a layer of air that helps to keep you dry
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5 Craft Elite Mesh Super Light JT6152 / FI172K • Made from similar lightweight mesh fabric as the super light base layer, this jersey cools more than actually riding shirtless (which is not advised)
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1 Optic Nerve Audax Performance IC Deuce Sunglasses EW6101 / LY50Z • 100% UV protection with vented wrap-around coverage for excellent peripheral vision 2 Native Dash XP Sunglasses EW8117 / GK118O • Impact-resistant lenses block 100% of harmful UV light and eliminate glare for sharp, clear vision with increased contrast and depth perception
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3 Bertucci A-2T Procolor Watch OE0021 / FJ210V • Inspired by 1960s international sport watches in colors that endured the test of time, packaged in a highly polished solid titanium case 4 Wahoo RFLKT Plus Bike Computer EC4082 / DU172Q • Transfers app data from phone to a handlebarmounted computer unit through Ant+ and Bluetooth. View power, HR, speed, and cadence data on the RFLKT and upload it from your phone to Strava or other social sites instantly
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5 K-EDGE Garmin Mount XL EC1736 / DC54Y • Professional grade XL mount for Garmin Edge 1000 computers (fits all Garmin computers). CNC-machined from billet aluminum with an advanced injection-molded Garmin interface for securely holding your Garmin computer 6 Suunto Ambit2 Fitness Watch CY0782 / NM690T • The Ambit2 allows you to customize your displays, record activity, and upload to a computer for a comprehensive overview of your performance
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1 Craft Bike Bra SB3001 / DS58C • The Bike Bra provides a great ergonomic bike fit with integrated mesh panels for excellent ventilation
5 CamelBak Mantra Drink Mix EB1415 / DV56R • Mantra everyday hydration beverage makes it easy to enhance your water with antioxidants, vitamins, and electrolytes
2 Twin Six Grand Prix Jersey JT4801 / CQ92Z • Designed in Minneapolis by people who ride bikes; made in the USA of soft microfiber
6 Craft Tech Bib Cycling Short AB6781 / NY228Q • Offering just the right amount of compression and mesh cooling fabric, the Tech Bib is your new old favorite bib
10 CamelBak Podium Chill Race Edition Water Bottle WB2020 / TK16W • 21 oz double-walled bottle construction uses closed-cell foam technology to keep your water cold twice as long as a standard bottle
7 Pearl Izumi Elite Gel Vent Cycling Glove GL8115 / QW48H • A refined update to one of Pearl Izumi’s classic gloves. The Elite Gel Vent adds gel and venting where you need it and nowhere else
11 elete Electrolyte Add-In EB7112 / AQ8Z • Pure, liquid electrolyte concentrate that contains four essential electrolytes— sodium, magnesium, potassium, and chloride
8 Hirzl Grippp Tour Short Finger Glove GL2510 / AY56K • Innovative design is extremely grippy for added control, and breathable for all-day comfort
12 Bont Vaypor+ Road Shoe SH2624 / VN436B • Sleek, minimal and anatomically correct, the heat (re)moldable Bont Vaypor + puts a piece of the peloton on your foot
3 Sport Legs Supplement EB5585 / WS30A • This supplement helps boost performance by priming the muscles with lactate and reducing the amount of lactic acid output 4 SaltStick Caps Plus Electrolyte Salts EB0554 / QM36U • Featuring a balance of essential minerals, vitamin D, and caffeine for increased energy and alertness
9 Craft Glow Jersey JT6251 / AB90D • 360-degree reflective visibility and body-mapped mesh panels ensure you will be safe and comfortable
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13 Superfeet Insole SH0223 / AF40A • Superfeet insoles provide optimal support while increasing ventilation; silver based antimicrobial construction provides long-lasting protection against bacteria 14 Silca Eolo III CO2 Inflator PU0012 / IV44K • Eolo III uses an ultra-precise spool valve design with light action spring to give the user perfect control of the flow into the tire. Three insulating rings on the Eolo body improve grip and insulate from cold during inflation • Includes two CO2 cartridges 15 Banjo Brothers QuickRelease Seat Bag BG8201 / JW18R • The durability of a Banjo Brothers seat bag, now in a quick-release version
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Last stop
Riders line up for the first race of the evening at the National Sports Center velodrome in Blaine, MN. Women’s track racing there had been in serious decline until local enthusiasts Team Koochella began actively recruiting women and providing training, encouragement, and access to equipment. As recently as last season the velodrome regularly canceled women’s races due to lack of participation; this year officials are splitting fields into multiple races to accommodate everyone.
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