ISM Saddles

Just in are the new ISM saddles, the Podium and the Breakaway.

They are built a little different from previous ISM saddles.

A little narrower in the front for comfort issues.

The ISM Adamo Breakaway and the ISM Adamo Podium retail at $199.95 each.

LiteSpeed Titanium Blade

Watch out........
Details about the build-up and Time Trial-review to follow soon...
This is Mark Miller's new steed for the Time Trials.
This is a follow up on an earlier post

Rocky Raccoon Results

Smitty Smith: 21 hours
Brad Delcambre: 28:49 hrs
Keith Manuel: 28:49hrs

AMAZING!!!

Congratulations to all, safe travels home! Who Dat???

The new line-up at Precision Bikes

Stop by any time and pick up your new and improved rig...
Tri-Road-Mountain-Cruise...
We'll have or get what your heart desires...

It is a Red kind of day at Precision Bikes

SRAM RED components in for Will Jones' 4thDimension Fitness Racing Team..

Precision Bikes Triathlon Tops

Just arrived in store, yours for $100.=

Precision Bikes Triathlon Tri-Top, manufactured by Louis Garneau!
This is the Tri Tek Elite Pro Top.
Tritek fabric improves aerodynamics and has water repellant treatment for improved speed in the water.
Strategic panels and stitching serve as turbulators to keep turbulence close to the body. Comfort designed armholes and neck.
For the Louis Garneau Custom Program Sizing Chart
please click here

Rocky Raccoon 100 Mile

Brad 'Granolabar' Delcambre and Smitty 'Mongoose' Smith, along with Keith 'Pappy' Manuel,
-(pappy was not available for the photo shoot)-
are gearing up for
the Huntsville "Rocky Raccoon" 100 Mile Run
to be held Saturday 02-06-10
Wishing you guys a great run (for 20+ hours) and safe travels!

Lance Armstrong at Precision Bikes!

REALLY!!!

Happy Birthday John Storment!

Happy 45th Birthday to John Storment. John is a hell of a guy and always in a good mood. This shot is during Ironman Florida. This was the start of the run while he was still having a good time. We welcome any pictures of John that you can e-mail us. John have a great day!

Ronde van Vlaanderen : Wij zijn er klaar voor!

Lynskey Out, Litespeed In!

That's right, "He Hate Me" is the perfect way to begin this post since all cyclists think their bikes are the best. And those that don't like a particular bike because of its' construction, its' brand, or because it just isn't plain cool enough, always seem like armchair quarterbacks because they always seem to know one bike that is better than yours.

What does this have to do with my new steed? Well, I am part of a growing field of bicycle owners who choose to purchase bicycles constructed out of Titanium. For years Titanium bikes have been known for their road vibration-dampening properties, which are delivered with two slight disadvantages: slightly heavier frames, and frames that tend to lack a sprinter's required stiffness. But most of the armchair quarterbacks dislike Titanium just because many pros aren't riding them. Well Alberto Contador doesn't make Trek, or Specialized for that matter, any cooler than the next bike. The man makes the steed not the other way around. So keep on hating haters.

Well, welcome my new bike, Litespeed's new flagship Titanium model, the ARCHON T1...


The above bike weighs in just under 18lbs, and that is including the powertap rear hub, training wheels, and an over-sized handlebar! Race wheels, carbon seat post & stem, regular handlebars, and these brakes could all drop this bike into the 16lb range! So weight weenies need to gripe elsewhere!

Does this bike flex? Sure, it can flex when I ride it, but don't forget that my name is The Rhinoceros, and I tip the tender scale at around 230lbs. But the questions continue to come: How stiff is it?, How much does it flex? Is it like carbon? Well, all I can say is that there is a SERIOUS difference between my Lynskey and the Archon T1 in this department, most notably when out of the saddle and climbing. My Lynskey seemed to be more jerky and, at times, sluggish due to flex. But the Archon T1 gives a smoother climb and sprint, which is due to more horsepower being put directly to the pavement. It is so stiff, that I can actually feel my handlebars flexing! Furthermore, I had a very experienced (1,300 watt sprinter) Cat 1,2,3 racer throw a leg over the Archon T1 only to return saying "Holy Shit! This is a serious bike!"

"Great" I thought, another stereotype out the window because this bike is truly that serious! Would Lance Armstrong tell Trek bye and climb onto an Archon T1? Maybe, maybe not, but I know that any club racer would find everything they desire, and more, with the Archon T1.

What is the "more" you ask? The soft, supple ride that only Titanium can provide. To all the 'He Hate Me' types that are out there; you can keep your high-end, delicate, teeth-chattering carbon. Give me some manly metal that will churn out the same stiffness, but comfort my ass after 3 hours in the saddle riding over shitty Louisiana roads! So, there is no need to ask if the Archon T1 still dampens road vibration like most other Ti bikes, because you bet your ass (and mine) it does!

And last, but not least, we do have to mention style and looks. I know many Ti devotees strip decals off their bikes in effort to appear more rugged, and some are extremely clannish about their simple-looking bikes(I won't mention any names here... Moots). But in all reality, I'm no different than them in this respect, because I'm also quick to throw out a few jabs here and there, so all I can give you is my opinion. Yes, Litespeed will paint your frame with cool color combos, but I like the bare titanium because it looks fast and exudes a certain teeth-gritting toughness that other bikes can only hope to acquire. And to be quite frank, I love how the Litespeed decals span almost the entire length of the downtube.

Now you can tell me you like it, or tell me you hate it, just rest assured I know you would like to try it. So, swallow your pride and ask to take it for a spin, or make yourself feel better by re-ordering a sticker kit for your out-dated Ti frame.

Rhino

Trek, Lemond Settle Out of Court

One month before the case was set to go to trial, ESPN reports that Trek Bicycles and three-time Tour de France winner Greg Lemond have settled their long-standing dispute out of court.

The terms of the settlement remain confidential, and a U.S. District Court Judge closed the case as ‘dismissed with prejudice’, meaning it can not be raised in court again.

The dispute between Trek and Lemond started two years ago as the parties sought to terminate their licensing agreement, with both parties claiming the other had breached the agreement. Lemond argued Trek had stopped putting effort behind the brand, while Trek claimed that Lemond’s remarks concerning Lance Armstrong hurt Trek’s sales.

Court ordered mediation led to the out-of-court settlement, which will see Trek donating $200,000 to 1in6.org, Lemond’s charity that supports adult victims of childhood sexual abuse.

In a statement released by lawyers from both parties, LeMond said: “I am pleased to resolve the issues between Trek and myself and am happy to be able to move forward with the things important in my life. I take deep satisfaction in this resolution and believe it will have a positive impact on those that can benefit most from the purpose of 1in6.org.”

Trek president John Burke added: “Greg has a hard-won place in the Pantheon of bicycle racing and we are proud of what we were able to accomplish together. Trek respects Greg’s efforts and commitment to the charitable foundation, and Trek is pleased to lend its support to that very worthwhile endeavour.”

Lemond now has rights to his brand again and is said to be seeking ways to bring it back to retail.

ISM Saddle

Lance's rig seen at Mellow Johnny, decked out with a nice ISM saddle!

BikeRegistry.com - Free Bike Registration Aids Theft Recovery, Insurance Claims

BikeRegistry.com has been around for a while, but I just found it and thought it is worth sharing. David, the founder, said they’ve made some improvements to the back end recently to help the site work better. Here’s the deal:

In preparation for the upcoming 2010 cycling season, BikeRegistry.com has upgraded its server capacity to better handle a growing membership. Membership (and bike registration) is free. A detailed description of a bike’s physical characteristics along with its serial number and photo, in conjunction with TAGGING of the bike enable recovery if stolen. Unlike other bike registration systems, the database is open to law enforcement and the public. Decal Kits are available at a nominal cost, with proceeds going to Goodwill Industries.

Preparing for the Ragin’ Road Rally

Where: Lake Fausse Point State Park

When: Sunday - March 28th, 2010

Distance: 87.8 miles for ALL categories.

50 Rider Limit for Cat 5.

The Ragin' Road Rally is a 90 mile - one day race, starting from Lake Fausse Point State Park - goes to Leonville, LA - then back to the Lake Fausse Point State Park. The course will consist mainly of smooth blacktop, but will have sections of gravel and substandard roadways to separate things a bit. Better bring your spoke wrench.

For sponsorship opportunities for the 2010 Ragin' Road Rally, please click here

For race information please click here

Goggles, Goggles,Goggles..

and some fuel belts...

Happy 50th Jim Winter

You can not find a nicer guy than Jim Winter.
Great guy and glad to call him a friend.
Here Jim is pictured with Chris 'Macca' McCormack at the shop last April.
Jim, have a great day!
Enjoy your Birthday.

Jeremy Johnson...Oomph!

Oomph! Pro Athlete Jeremy Johnson getting his gameface on in Kona 2009

Zero Gravity GSL Brakes

Pictured above are the new Zero Gravity GSL Brakes which just arrived at Precision Bikes.

The brake-set retails for $400.

The set weighs in at 207 grams with pads and nut on back of brake.

Orbea Ordu

This stealth machine is the new weapon Jason Ray will be seen on this season!
This Orbea Ordu is build up with Zipp components and a SRAM RED drive-train.
She looks mighty fast just sitting against the wall..
Congrats on your new bike Jason!