Grischa Niermann has been tasked with being the head man on Team Visma | Lease a Bike's car during the cobbled monuments, a position that comes with a lot of responsibility. The team has the arduous task of contesting with Tadej Pogacar and Mathieu van der Poel at the Tour of Flanders and Paris-Roub...

For me, the winter months are typically cold and dry. While snow falls, it usually melts within a few days where I liveon the east side, at least. This keeps the otherwise dry, sandy soil particularly moist throughout the winter months.And it means phenomenal mountain biking throughout the winter months. However, it also means riding in some pretty cold temperatures. For those 20 January morning rides, Im often reaching for something like the Velocio Ultrapack Insulated Hoodie.But, if Im completely honest, this was one of the mildest winters in the Pacific Northwest that I can remember. Temperatures were nearly warm, and I had very few morning rides that dipped below 30. So while I didnt get to test the Velocio jacket on many of my normal rides, I found that it is also a solid option for everyday wear and commuting.Paired with the Velocio Recon backpack, I was winter-commute-, winter-ride-, and winter-travel-ready.Velocio Recon Backpack DetailsVelocio designed their Recon Backpack to be simple and practical. The bag is pretty straightforwarda roll-top design, a single exterior pocket, and mesh bottle holders/pockets on each side. Since the roll top varies, Velocio claims the Recon holds between 25L and 35L, with the very top secured by a strap and buckle.Pretty standard backpack straps on the back, with a connecting strap and buckle across the chest, and a small hip belt strap and buckle. The back of the Recon pack is padded for a bit of extra comfort, and the hip belt has material flaring out at the base of the pack for comfort as well. Also on the back is a dedicated laptop sleeve with a waterproof zipper on the right side.Moving to the front of the Recon Backpack, one small pocket with side entry is located on the right of the bag. The interior of this pocket spans a good portion of the front of the bag, and is built with a waterproof zipper to keep out weather and wet.Velocio uses a durable ripstop nylon shell that is fully taped at the seams. While there is no fully waterproof claim on their website, Velocio uses phrases such as: Shrug off bad weather and no matterwhat the forecast says. Ultimately, the bag seems pretty waterproof/water-resistant, and I never had any issues with wet items inside on rainy days.Thinking of the inside, here Velocio also keeps it pretty simple. Access is through the large mouth of the roll top, and there is just one compartment that holds a laptop or something of similar size. Easy and simple.The Velocio Recon Backpack comes in three colorsBlack Olive (tested), Plum Truffle, and Moonrock. It retails for $199.The Ultrapack Insulated Hoodie DetailsThe Ultrapack Insulated Hoodie is warm! Velocio gives a temperature cut-off of 50F/10C for this item. It features 60g of synthetic insulation that provides the perfect amount of puff without being too much.The exterior of the Ultrapack Hoodie is made of recycled polyamide and is, of course, PFAS-free. It is water-resistant, windproof, and, oh, warm did I mention that the jacket is warm?Similar to the Recon Backpack, Velocio designed the Ultrapack Insulated Hoodie to be fairly basic. Essential, practical, but basic. A full zipper runs the length of the jackets front, with two zippered pockets on either side near the waist. There is no Velcro at the sleeve cuffs; instead, there is just an elastic cuff that provides the perfect amount of tension.The same elastic material found on the cuffs is also on the hood, which is large enough to fit over a helmet. At the bottom of the Ultrapack Hoodie, an internal elastic cord allows you to adjust how tight the waist is.Moving to the inside of the hoodie, one large mesh pocket is located on the left side. It is open at the top, but rather deep, preventing most small items from falling out. Velocio also designed the Ultrapack Insulated Hoodie to pack down, with an included stuff sack that fits nicely in the interior pocket.Velocio offers the Ultrapack Insulated Hoodie in two colorsBlack and Plum Truffleand a massive range of sizes (XSXXXXL). It retails for $349.Riding With VelocioBoth of these products, while they could be used on the trail, definitely cross boundaries into lifestyle wear. And, due to the large size of the Recon Backpack and the unseasonably warm winter the PNW experienced, that is mostly how I used both of them.Recon BackpackThe Velocio Recon Backpack went with me to the coffee shop, brewery, and longer trips. To be clear, this backpack from a cycling brand didnt mix much with a bike during my testing time. The Recon falls into the commuter/lifestyle category and isnt something Im necessarily using on a trail ride.Could I wear it on a ride? Well, sure, but I doubt I would be very comfortable. In fact, Ill pass on any backpack while mountain biking, as Im more of a hip pack sort of guy. Plus, I cant imagine bringing 25-35L worth of stuff for a trail ride.The bag is simply too big. In every other situation, it has been great.To say I never had it on a bike isnt true, however. A few times a month, Id hop on my bike and ride down to the pub for a beer and an afternoon work session. While it was just a road ride, the Recon Backpack worked great. There is plenty of room for everything I need to bring, and it stays secured and comfortable during the ride.While I was never in a downpour, it certainly handled some light to medium rainfall well. If Velocio was hesitant to claim waterproof or not, Im unsure, but I never worried about my laptop getting wet. They do say, however, that the seams are fully taped. In the past, whenever Ive seen that claim, the product is likely pretty waterproof.I also enjoyed the simplicity of the Recon. One main compartment with an internal sleeve/pocket, and another dedicated laptop sleeve on the back. A front pocket for smaller items like headphones. I imagine some might knock Velocio for not giving it enough pockets for them to stay organized. For me, I only end up actually using a couple, so the Recon was perfect.The last thing Ill mention is the love/hate relationship I had with the mesh pockets/bottle holders on the sides of the Recon. They dont open at the top like a traditional bottle pocket, but rather on the side, near the top. While I liked that this secured items you put inbottle, iPhone, etc.it also made those items more difficult to remove.What Im trying to say is that it took both hands to place and remove a water bottle in one of those pockets.Ultrapack Insulated HoodieInitially, my idea for the Velocio Ultrapack Insulated Hoodie was to use it on cold-weather rides. I live in Central Oregon, where the winters are relatively dry and relatively cold. Now, I know folks from Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota, and other northern states are going to say I dont know what cold is. Regardless, cold for me.A cold morning winter ride can be anywhere from 20F to 35F. Sometimes it will even drop below that 20 mark. Again, cold for this Oregonian, but also, pretty cold in general. So, something like the Ultrapack Hoodie would be great on those chilly days.The problem was that we didnt have many. Or any, really. I had the jacket out on several morning rides that were in the low 40s. While Velocio says the Ultrapack is rated for 50 and below, I was still way too warm at 40.But I do know that I run hot, so take that for what it is worth. I did get a bit of rain on one of those nearly cold morning rides. It wasnt much, and the Ultrapack handled it well.What the Ultrapack Insulated Hoodie did well was operate essentially as a normal winter jacket. Velocio did a good job creating a cycling jacket that also looks normal when worn around town. Both the fit and look of the jacket didnt look out of place when I didnt have a bike near me.Some sacrifices were made, however. For example, the hood is large enough to fit over a trail helmet. But there is no adjustment to make it smaller, which makes it a bit more difficult to keep on your head when youre not wearing a helmet.Also, the Ultrapack doesnt compress down as well as some other offerings. This wasnt a huge deal when I was just wearing it casually, but the times I did use it and overheated, it didnt fit in my hip pack. Fortunately, I can strap the jacket to the outside via a nifty cargo net.On that note, it also packs into a separate holding bag, rather than a pocket on the jacket. And, as you might have guessed, Ive already lost that extra bag.All that said, I have no doubt the Velocio Ultrapack Insulated Hoodie will perform well on the cold days. But, at this point, it looks like Ill have to wait until next winter.Final ThoughtsBoth the Velocio Ultrapack Insulated Hoodie and Recon Backpack are on the expensive side. Does the price sting a bit? Yeah, for sure. Do they both seem like well-constructed, quality products that will last quite a while? Definitely.I appreciate apparel and accessories that can cross over from a ride to everyday wear. Id rather wear a normal looking jacket on a cold trail ride than wear something that is clearly mountain biking apparel at the pub. So, Ill take something like the Ultrapack Insulated Hoodie, even if the hood is a little big!The post Velocio Ultrapack Insulated Hoodie & Recon Backpack Review: Solid Options for Cold & Damp Rides appeared first on Bikerumor.

Lidls middle aisle sales can turn a weekly shop into the birth of a new hobby. That stand mixer is just too good a deal to not start baking, and I have really meant to take up weight training and why wouldnt I when that kettle bell is just so cheap? But flights of fancy aside, occasionally Lidls bargains offer an affordable way to aid an existing pastime. So thats why, here at BikeRadar, our attention has turned to the discount supermarkets current selection of cycling deals from its in-house cycling brand Crivit (which also provides team Lidl-Trek with off-bike clothing). Well admit that much of whats on offer (Lidl has full details of the range on its site) doesnt set our heart racing, but there are three deals that might be worth your time. Crivit Torque Wrench Lidl's Crivit Torque Wrench set is yours for less than 15. Lidl If youre serious about bike maintenance, a torque wrench is essential. Torquing bolts on your bike with this specialist tool can prevent you over-tightening and ruining bearings or carbon components. The best torque wrenches can cost in excess of 100. But if youre keen to try out a cheap option before you invest a lot of money, the Crivit Torque Wrench could be for you at 14.99. The wrench comes in a case with nine sockets, including options for hex and torx bolts. It is covered by a three-year warranty. Buy now: Lidl Crivit Torque Wrench Crivit Cordless Compressed Air Pump Lidl's Crivit Compressed Air Pump. Lidl Although theyre not quite as integral as torque wrenches, electric bike pumps have grown in popularity because they make pumping up tyres easy-peasy. The Crivit Cordless Compressed Air Pump is another budget alternative from Lidl. The pump has an electronic display, which provides information on tyre pressure and its battery status.It comes with preset air pressures for cars, motorbikes, basketballs and bikes. The preset for bikes is roughly 60psi. The device charges via USB-C and has a fabric-coated pump tube. Itll also set you back 14.99. Buy now: Lidl Crivit Compressed Air Pump Crivit Brake Cleaner Crivit Brake Cleaner is easy on the pocket. Lidl Contaminated disc brakes can lead to horrible howling sounds and significantly increase your stopping distance. In short, theyre a nuisance. But so too is forking out money for the often expensive products you need to clean them. But Lidls cycling sale seems to have the solution. The supermarket is selling 400ml of brake cleaner for only 2.49. Buy now: Lidl Crivit Brake Cleaner You may like Lidl releases new electric mountain bike and I think it looks pretty good

Riccardo Riccs life has taken a sharp turn away from professional cycling. Banned for life after several doping-related episodes, the Italian has rebuilt his day-to-day outside competition, focused on his business and a calmer relationship with the bike. In an interview with La Stampa, the former...

In the small town of Pajaro, California, just next to Watsonville, agriculture is very clearly the primary economic driver. Strawberries are the main crop grown in the area, and fields of them stretch in every direction for about as far as the eye can see. And just off the main road through these countless fields of strawberries is a relatively nondescript, industrial-looking building that frankly looks slightly out of place.Turns out, that building has a curious history, and is now home to what is likely the most advanced carbon fiber bike frame production in the U.S. Ibis solar-powered factory. In an industry where the vast majority of carbon frame production is outsourced to factories in Asia, Ibis has taken on the challenge of not only making some of its own, but attempting to do it better by improving the process while using renewable energy!Ibis founder Scot Nicol and engineering manager Colin Hughes checking out a fresh Ripley SL frame before it comes out of the mold. During my visit to the Ibis HQ in Santa Cruz to test ride the new Ripley SL a couple weeks ago, I got a tour of the Pajaro factory where the frames are being made. Ibis founder Scot Nicol and Engineering Manager Colin Hughes explained how the facility came to be and what sets their process apart from typical carbon frame production. I also got to observe as Ripley SL frames went from raw sheets of carbon fiber to a finished product, and every step in between, all of which happens under one roof.A Little BackgroundIbis in-house carbon project started many years ago with the production of size small Ripley LS frames, seen here with Ibis co-owner Roxy Lo around 2018. (photo/Ibis)Back in 2018, we reported on Ibis Cycles in-house carbon frame manufacturing project, known at the time as Carbon 831. Initially, this in-house carbon lab allowed Ibis to experiment with carbon manufacturing techniques, and ultimately, resulted in the in-house production of the size small Ripley LS frames. Initially, it seemed that Carbon 831 was a proof of concept, as Ibis design, engineering, and production team developed its own process in an effort to make carbon frame production more time, material, and energy efficient.Ultimately, through experimentation and the findings with Carbon 831, the team at Ibis learned that it was feasible to produce carbon frames in the U.S. By refining their layups, Hughes says they determined it was possible to use far fewer, but more intricate pieces, reducing the number from 300-400 to around 100-120. In turn, the time required to lay up a frame was greatly reduced. At the same time, they developed their own internally heated molds, which also helped to reduce both the time and the energy required for each frame in the molding process.A display at Ibis HQ showing every piece that went into the layup of an Exie frame.All told, Hughes says that their in-house process takes approximately ~30% of the time compared to the Asian factories Ibis uses for the majority of its carbon frame production. Along with fewer materials, this time efficiency helps offset the significantly higher labor costs in the U.S.Fast forward to 2021, when Ibis launched the Exie cross-country bike, they also announced that the frames were being handmade in the USA. The frames would be produced at the new Pajaro carbon factory, demonstrating that U.S. carbon production was still possible and could be as good, if not better, than those made overseas. Now, with the Exie model riding off into the sunset, Ibis has shifted its U.S. frame production to the recently released Ripley SL.From Fiber Optics to Bike FramesA carbon fiber bike frame factory, obviouslyIbis Pajaro facility has a pretty interesting story and an unlikely trajectory to becoming a carbon bike frame factory. As the story goes, in the 90s, a major communications corporation had the building constructed for the outrageous sum of 33 million dollars. It was intended to be the end of a trans-Pacific fiber optic line and was built to withstand natural disasters, floods, and power outages.Turns out, this telecom giant apparently didnt do enough research, and the location couldntbe used as the terminus of an underwater fiber-optic line because the nearby Monterey Bay, through which the line would have to pass, is a protected marine sanctuary. Oops. That was a 33-million-dollar mistake. The building sat empty and unused for a couple of decades.One telecom companys mistake turned out to be to Ibis benefit. The Parjaro factory is modern, clean, and spacious, with numerous rooms for the various stages of production.Eventually, when Ibis was looking for a facility to do their in-house carbon production, this building was one of the best options. The town of Pajaro is only about 30 minutes south of the brands Santa Cruz HQ, making it easy to access. It sounds like the owners were also quite eager to sell, with Ibis acquiring the building for ~10% of the original building cost.According to Ibis partner and CEO Hans Heim, they removed and sold 32,000 pounds of copper wire from the building after they bought it. The locomotive-sized backup generator was deemed unnecessary as well, and it was sold and shipped to a town in Colorado. As part of Ibis ongoing sustainability efforts, they converted the building to solar power by installing a large solar array on the roof.A History of Carbon ManufacturingSome of Ibis employees, like Oscar here, have been working with carbon fiber for 30+ years.While visiting the Ibis factory, I learned that although Watsonvilles economy is driven primarily by agriculture, the area has a long history of carbon fiber production. In fact, Kestrel Bikes was based in Santa Cruz with production in Watsonville when it began producing and selling the worlds first all-carbon-fiber bike frames in the late 1980s. Additionally, Calfee Design was located in nearby La Selva Beach and began producing carbon fiber bike frames in the late 80s and early 90s, too.Ibis Engineering Manager, Colin Hughes, got his start at Kestrel before joining the Ibis team and becoming a partner in the business. Ruben and Oscar, two of Ibis production leads at the carbon factory, worked at Kestrel in the late 90s. When Kestrels production was moved overseas, some of the employees went to work for other carbon manufacturers, including a nearby aerospace company and another that produced helmet parts for F-35 fighter jets.Given that most carbon frame production happens in Asia, most people have never seen it in person before. This was my first time seeing a frame get laid up.So, when Ibis started its in-house carbon manufacturing project several years ago, they were able to pull from a surprisingly deep pool of local workers with extensive carbon experience. Some of Ibis carbon factory employees, like Ruben and Oscar, have been working with the material for over 30 years.Breaking the MoldStrawberry fields forever. The Ibis factory is surrounded by the delicious little red fruits. In addition to agriculture, the Watsonville area has a surprisingly long history of carbon bike frame production.Carbon fiber production is a highly specialized process, and aside from some boutique builders stateside, the overwhelming majority of carbon bike frame production is done in Asia. Over the years, several Asian countries have become hubs for carbon frame production, with the infrastructure, equipment, knowledge, experience, and workforce essentially centralizing the industry. And, for the most part, these established factories do their job well and with significantly lower labor costs than in the U.S.So, one of the main goals with Ibis in-house carbon frame production was to improve the process to make it more efficient, reducing the materials, time, and energy required to make a frame. As mentioned previously, by carefully refining carbon layups, Hughes and the team at Ibis reduced the number of pieces to less than half, significantly reducing layup time. Additionally, they developed molds with both externalandinternal heating, which both sped up the molding process and made itmore energy efficient.Scot Nicol showing me the power generation from the solar panels on the roof of the factory. And, if youre in Watsonville on a Tuesday, you should probably eat some tacosIn fact, the energy efficiency of Ibis process enables the entire factory to run on solar power generated by the roof array. They told me that even on their busiest production days, they only use about half of the power generated by the solar panels. We climbed up a ladder and onto the roof to check out the solar setup. Solar panels arent much to look at, but I was impressed by the fact that they are able to generate enough power to run the entire factory and then some. In terms of sustainable power generation, they arent just talking the talk; theyre walking it, too.Ibis engineer Evan doing some frame testing and inspection at the carbon factory.But its not just energy efficiency. Theyve brought the entire frame production process in-house and under one roof. From layup to paint, it all happens here, including testing. With in-house frame testing at the solar factory, they can very quickly and easily identify issues and validate design changes in real time, boosting efficiency in other ways.Layup by NumberPart of Ibis refinement of the carbon frame building is extremely meticulous design and layups, reducing the materials, time, and labor needed for the process.Now, I dont have a background in composites, and Ive never seen carbon fiber bike frame production in person before, so I dont really have anything to compare the Ibis factory and process to. But I will say that it was a lot cleaner and far more organized than I previously imagined. Colin and Scot led me through every step, from sheets of carbon to painted Ripley SL frames going into boxes.The styrofoam blanks are encased in bladders before being laid up with the numbered pieces of carbon and put into the molds.We started with the styrofoam blanks, precisely shaped pieces that get encased in a bladder and serve as the structure around which the carbon pieces are laid up. Next, we moved to the cutting table, where rolls of pre-preg carbon fiber are cut into large sheets and then intricately cut by a fancy computerized machine. Every piece is numbered, representing the very specific and deliberate order in which it gets laid up. This process ensures that every piece and layer of the carbon fiber layup is the exact same for every frame, and that even the bias of the carbon plies matches the design specifications exactly, every single time.Into and Out of the MoldIbis skilled employee laying up different parts of the frame with the numbered carbon pieces before molding.In the next room, two employees slide the styrofoam blanks into bladders, working meticulously and somehow not breaking the super-thin seat stay and chainstay pieces in the process. I definitely would have, but these guys have their systems dialed. Those blanks in bladders move to layup, where workers then place all of the numbered carbon pieces around them before placing them into the molds. Theres no guesswork, no haphazardness, no superfluous pieces of carbon; everything serves a purpose and goes in the exact place that it should.A fresh-baked Ripley SL frame about to be removed from the mold.Once laid up, they go into the molds, which are clamped shut and placed in the press. In the press, the bladders are filled, and they cook for a couple of hours. Luckily, while I was there, a front triangle had just finished its time in the mold, and after it cooled, Oscar removed it for us to check out. It was honestly kinda wild to see a pretty finished-looking frame pop out of a mold when it was just a stack of pre-cut carbon pieces just a few hours earlier. There was just a little mohawk of extra epoxy/resin along the seams, which is completely normal and gets removed in the next stage of the process.The frames move into the next room, where theyre inspected, sanded, and have all of the necessary fittings installed. Then, they move on to paint, getting their final color. In the case of the Ripley SL, thats between Raw Carbon (my favorite), Tahoe Blue, and Gold Rush. After painting, they head to assembly, where linkages and shocks are installed, then theyre boxed up for shipment to shops/customers or Ibis HQ, where theyre assembled into complete bikes.A new frame being prepped for paint, and a Raw Carbon frame after getting its clear coat. The Raw Carbon frames are quite stunning in person.Full CircleAfter the tour, I truly got the full-circle experience with a test ride on the new Ripley SL. Having the opportunity to see the place, process, and meet the people behind it gave me a newfound appreciation for how bikes are made. It was an eye-opening experience to see literally every step in the Ripley SL frame production process. While its obviously not easy to design and manufacture carbon fiber frames, the team at Ibis solar factory operated like a well-oiled machine and made it look like just another Tuesday, churning out some high-end carbon bike frames in the heart of strawberry country.The finished product, ready to head off to shops and happy riders.And perhaps more importantly, Ibis is showing the industry that domestic carbon production is still possible. Its not easy, its not cheap, but by streamlining the process and improving efficiency, theyve managed to keep prices competitive with other brands. And if youre thinking, $4,499 for a frame is outrageous, it is actually in line with several other brands top-tier frames made in Asia. Im not trying to say thats not expensive, but the U.S.-made Ripley SL frame is priced the same as the latest Pivot Mach 4 SL, and hundreds of dollars less than the $5,200 Specialized S-Works Epic 8 just as a couple of examples.The folks at Ibis are proud of what theyve accomplished, and rightly so. In such a highly competitive market, bringing any frame production back to the U.S. is no easy feat. Even though its just a fraction of their frame production, Id argue that its still a big step in the right direction. And in an industry of secrets, theyre not keeping any of this from their competitors, either. They told me theyre an open book, willing to share their process and techniques with those interested. Whether or not any other brands follow suit remains to be seen, but I applaud Ibis for putting in the work and showing that it can be done differently. And in another full-circle kinda way, it seems fitting that the California-based brand, founded by a young Scot Nicol in Mendocino 45 years ago, is back building some of its frames in its home state. On that note, congrats on 45 years, Ibis!ibiscycles.comThe post Ibis Solar Factory Tour: In-House Carbon Frame Production, Powered by the California Sunshine appeared first on Bikerumor.

On the 1st of April, the women's peloton will take on the final cobbled classic before the monuments: Dwars door Vlaanderen. The Belgian one-day race is a mix of a sprinter's opportunity with some terrain where the classics specialists can attack, and make for tactical racing. We take a look at its...

Dwars door Vlaanderen is the fourth out of five World Tour classics in Flanders which make up for the final block of cobbled classics in the region. It takes place on the 1st of April this year and is the final big race before the Tour of Flanders. We take a look at its startlist, which is estimated...

The newly updated Shand Stramash clears 700 x 50mm tires and has loads of mounting points, and each frame is hand-fabricated, painted, and assembled in the UK. Take a closer look here...The post The Shand Stramash is Handmade in the UK appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.

Lets face it. Stems are one of the most boring components on a bike, but theyre among the most important. Every bike has one, and it serves as the necessary connection between your handlebars and your steerer tube. But for as critical as they are, theres really not much to them, and performance differences are subtle at best. For the most part, the stock stem on any bike does the job well enough to never give it a second thought.The main reasons most people upgrade their stems are to improve bike fit or personalize aesthetics. To that end, Race Faces Turbine stem has been a popular choice for years, with several lengths and a range of anodized colors to choose from. Now, Race Face has updated the Turbine with a sharper look, sizes optimized for modern mountain bikes, enhanced retention, and the same bombproof reliability.Trying out the new Turbine stem, Atlas handlebar, and Fox 38 a while back. (photo/Jeremy Benson)Race Face Turbine Stem DetailsLast year, Race Face introduced the Turbine SL stem with an angular, modern look and a flippable design allowing for +/- 6mm of offset. The new standard Turbine follows in the SLs aesthetic footsteps, with a similar, squared-off, and more angular design.Like the Turbine SL, the Turbine is also CNC-machined from 6000-series aluminum to maintain a low weight, and Race Face says its designed for the abuse of all-mountain and enduro riding, even full-power eMTBs. Since we all hate rusty stem bolts, its bolts have been updated with a new finish, which is claimed to be more corrosion-resistant. Additionally, the bar and steerer tube clamp interfaces have reportedly been re-engineered for better retention.The 32mm, 40mm, and 50mm length options are optimized for modern bikes, with eight color options to choose from..Dimensions, Sizes, and Color OptionsWhile the previous Turbine R stem was offered in five lengths, Race Face has narrowed that down to three options. Now available in 32mm, 40mm, and 50mm lengths, Race Face says, the new Turbine is optimized for modern geometry, fit adjustments, and steering precision.It comes in a 35mm bar clamp diameter only and has a 48mm clamp width. The stack height is listed at 42mm, and it has a flat, 0-degree rise. It comes in a rainbow of 8 anodized colors, matching the options of the recently updated Atlas alloy handlebars and other Race Face components.Can confirm, the 50mm Turbine stem weighs exactly 135 grams on my scale. (photo/Jeremy Benson)Race Face Turbine Stem SpecsMaterial: 6000-series aluminumLengths: 32mm, 40mm, 50mmClamp diameter: 35mmClamp width: 48mmRise: 0-degreeStack: 42mmSteerer tube diameter: 1 Claimed weights:32mm: 115g40mm: 126g50mm: 135g (confirmed)System weight rating: 331 lbs. (150kg)Colors: Black, Silver, Red, Orange, Kashmoney, Blue, Turquoise, PurpleCan also confirm, the new Race Face Turbine stem is relatively lightweight, looks pretty good, and does everything I expect a stem to do. Since riding with it in Finale, it has shaved about 20 grams off the weight of my regular trail bike at home. (photo/Race Face)Race Face Turbine Stem: Pricing and AvailabilityThe new Turbine stem comes with Race Faces lifetime warranty (crashes included) and retails for $127 USD / $135 CAD. It is available now through the Race Face website or your favorite Race Face dealer.raceface.comThe post Updated Race Face Turbine Stem Gets Sharper Looks, Modern Sizing, and All the Colors appeared first on Bikerumor.

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