Today I was able to preview some of the video footage from our recent Bike University. Not all of the vendor video was ready, so if someone’s not mentioned it’s not a bad thing. The video will be edited and made available to all stores, on a DVD or off our intranet.
Things I learned in review:
Thule’s warranty as of Jan 2006 is “lifetime”. Kayakers oughta be chanting “Hull-a-Vator”!
Yakima has dramatically improved their cargo boxes. The Sprocket Rocket looks good too.
Camelbak- the Magic is the women’s specific version of the MULE.
Pearlizumi uses larger yarn fabric close to the skin, and finer toward the surface to help water to evaporate.
Bell uses a rounder inside shape than the Giro Helmets.
Niterider- HID lights generate four times the light per the same power draw as halogens.
BOB stollers can be adjusted to track straight when jogging on a slanted road surface. Fold up easy too.
Dektra bikes are made by the same mfr as Pacific and Magna. I don’t think that’ll get me any points on the sales floor…
Free Agent is using more Euro-size BB shells on their bikes to cut down on weight and chainline issues.
Diamondback counts themselves as one of the top four mfrs. We do have some great value bikes from them.
Camelbak bite valves that are cut open are not covered under their lifetime warranty.
Terry saddles have a very Freudian vibe going with the pink “Donna’s Butterfly” saddle, especially when held vertical.
Electra bikes do only two things- Look good and Ride good!
Diamondback is going to release a bike called the Mission. It sounds v-e-r-y nice!
Baby Jogger strollers fold up almost scary easy. Demonstrating this had better be a basic thing for us.
This was the first year for us to have an event like this. We got a lot of great feedback, and I know the event next year will be even better!
Tuesday, May 30, 2006
A man’s horse says a lot about him.
Your bike tells a story about you. Do you actually RIDE it, or it a product of an eBay addiction? When you take into account what several bikes say about someone, you get an even better picture. See if you can match the bikes to the three respective authors of this site…
1994 Gary Fisher Super Caliber, set up as a drop bar dirt commuter.
1998 Bianchi Peregrine, all-round XC HT.
2003 Santa Cruz V10, 50lbs of DH machinery.
2004 Marin Attack Trail, F/S trail bike.
2005 Supergo Access AL, dirt climbing tool.
2005 Cannondale R1000, road bike.
2005 Surly Long Haul Trucker, versatile touring bike.
2005 Ventana X-5, rideable bike porn. Light Freeride.
2006 DB XTS Moto, 36lbs of non-earth crushing machinery.
Taken as a group, these bikes show a diverse love of the sport and our commitment to it. In order to help others to know more about the sport, we’ve learned from every manufacturer out there. A few of ‘em aren’t sold by our company, that doesn’t mean anything negative. If you have any questions about the bikes listed above, ask us!
1994 Gary Fisher Super Caliber, set up as a drop bar dirt commuter.
1998 Bianchi Peregrine, all-round XC HT.
2003 Santa Cruz V10, 50lbs of DH machinery.
2004 Marin Attack Trail, F/S trail bike.
2005 Supergo Access AL, dirt climbing tool.
2005 Cannondale R1000, road bike.
2005 Surly Long Haul Trucker, versatile touring bike.
2005 Ventana X-5, rideable bike porn. Light Freeride.
2006 DB XTS Moto, 36lbs of non-earth crushing machinery.
Taken as a group, these bikes show a diverse love of the sport and our commitment to it. In order to help others to know more about the sport, we’ve learned from every manufacturer out there. A few of ‘em aren’t sold by our company, that doesn’t mean anything negative. If you have any questions about the bikes listed above, ask us!
Yet another Quick-Release case...
It's a hot topic for personal injury lawyers. The bad thing is that most small shops still don't do waivers or Quick-Release demonstrations like we do. However, it is good to be aware of what happens in those cases. A small shop will likely need to pony up $50,000 minimum for a legal retainer, since they're on the defending side. Most can't, and their way of life is over. The community of riders that used the shop all get displaced regardless if the case is valid or frivolous. It's never good when people get hurt in an accident, and far worse if many others bear the weight of it without fault. (The previous comment exists without linkage to any of the cases shown in this blog.)
Certifying that the bike is safe to ride has always been the responsibility of the operator/rider, and is mentioned in any Owner's Manual several times.
From Bicycleretailer.com:
Rider Sues Bike Shop, GT Bicycles for Failed Quick Release
MAY 26, 2006 -- SANTA FE, NM (BRAIN)—Archibald Sproul, a Santa Fe contractor is suing Rob and Charlie's, a local bicycle shop, and GT Bicycles who made the bike he purchased more than 10 years ago, for injuries he sustained when his quick-release failed and his front wheel came off.The lawsuit, filed on May 18 at the First Judicial District Court Santa Fe, New Mexico, includes as defendants GT Bicycles, Pacific Cycle and frame maker Ishiwata. The damages sought by Sproul are unspecified and no court date has been set at this time.The suit claims that the defendants are at fault for manufacturing and selling Sproul a GT All-Terra mountain bike without warning him of the dangers of a quick-release hub and implying that the bike was safe for its intended use. Sproul claims the quick-release eventually failed, causing the front wheel to fall off and causing Sproul extensive injuries.
Certifying that the bike is safe to ride has always been the responsibility of the operator/rider, and is mentioned in any Owner's Manual several times.
From Bicycleretailer.com:
Rider Sues Bike Shop, GT Bicycles for Failed Quick Release
MAY 26, 2006 -- SANTA FE, NM (BRAIN)—Archibald Sproul, a Santa Fe contractor is suing Rob and Charlie's, a local bicycle shop, and GT Bicycles who made the bike he purchased more than 10 years ago, for injuries he sustained when his quick-release failed and his front wheel came off.The lawsuit, filed on May 18 at the First Judicial District Court Santa Fe, New Mexico, includes as defendants GT Bicycles, Pacific Cycle and frame maker Ishiwata. The damages sought by Sproul are unspecified and no court date has been set at this time.The suit claims that the defendants are at fault for manufacturing and selling Sproul a GT All-Terra mountain bike without warning him of the dangers of a quick-release hub and implying that the bike was safe for its intended use. Sproul claims the quick-release eventually failed, causing the front wheel to fall off and causing Sproul extensive injuries.
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