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New tires from Schwalbe for 2012

German-based Schwalbe introduces a host of updated and new product for 2012. This includes the latest entry in to the tubeless market, with some very surprising rolling resistance numbers.

Luke McKenzie’s Plasma 3

Aussie Luke McKenzie was the runner-up at the Urban Hotels Group Ironman 70.3 Cairns and we take a closer look at his race ready 2012 Scott Plasma 3.

David Dellow’s Cervelo P4

Today we take a closer look at the Cervelo P4 race bike of the 2012 Ironman Cairns champion David Dellow of team Alaska Milk team TBB Philippines.

Tire Sealants

This is, to date, your definitive overview of tire sealants, for training and racing, for all types of tires, and tubes, and tires without tubes. Including how to make your own home brew.

Helen Jenkins’ Giant TCR

Helen Jenkins came to San Diego with a big number 1 on her back but did not let pressure get to her. Here is a look at her race winning Giant TCR Advanced SL.

Rappstar’s Specialized Shiv Tri

Jordan Rapp will be competing on a Specialized Shiv Tri S-Works this year and we had a closer look at his very clean setup, and we mean clean in more than one way.

Fast Tires for 2012 – 3

In a recent Slowtwitch poll a total of 29 votes were spread amongst Dugast, Schwalbe, Vredestein, Hutchinson, and Veloflex. Those are some really great tires! For some of you, your best possible choices.

Fast Tires for 2012 – 2

Veloflex is the silent killer, Schwalbe has the most potential for growth, and if youve never heard of FMB, they are the hot ticket when it comes to road cycling. Tire reviews Part 2.

Fast Tires for 2012 – 1

Part-1 of a two-part overview of current tire offerings, clincher and tubular, for all major brands. Consider this an "as-of-early-2012" summary of what's out there. We focus primarily on tires sold as race-intended.

Andreas Böcherer Felt DA

Andreas Böcherer will be very dangerous in Abu Dhabi and it is a bit surprising that his name has not been mentioned more often. We took a look at his Felt DA race bike.