Chainlove.com

So I hesitate to post this, not because I don't make a penny off it, but because it might mean people snaking bargains that I want. But I will.

The folks behind Steep & Cheap (the woot! of outdoorsy goods) has launched Chainlove.com, a place where they sell "primo piece(s) of cycling gear on our site at a scandalous price(s)." The basic premise here is they feature one deal until its gone (which is often minutes not hours).

I will warn you: this can be hazardous to your wallet.

Thanks to the folks at Blue Collar Mountain Biking for the heads up.

Giant Demos This Weekend in NorCal

Although I don't ride Giant, I thought this might push some people over the edge if they were considering rolling up to Northstar for the MTB park opening this weekend:

"Look for the Ride Giant Tour rig – a Giant blue trailer, big blue tents that say “Ride Life Ride Giant” and LOTS of bikes for you to ride! Come on up, say “hello” and then check out a Giant bicycle, and Ride Life Ride Giant. To demo a bike, here’s all you need to bring with you: (1) a valid driver’s license, (2) a bicycle helmet, (3) your own pedals if you want to ride something other than platform pedals, and (4) your signature on the Ride Giant Tour waiver form.

Giant bicycles featured on the 2008 Ride Giant Tour will include (but may not be limited to) the following: Trance X1, Anthem 0, Reign X1, Glory DH, Glory 0, Glory 1, TCR A1, TCR Advanced 2.

May 23: Northstar/Ride Giant Season Opening Demo (map)
May 24: Ride Giant Tour – Auburn, CA (map)
May 25: Evans Creek Canyon Ride Giant Tour – Reno, NV (map)"

Via RIDE GIANT DEMO TOUR webpage.

Singlespeed brand Acquires Maverick

Interesting industry news from the people over at Bike Magazine: "Spot has purchased the Maverick brand from Turner and will take over sales of the bikes and forks."