Freitag NYC
The NYC outpost of Freitag is up and running. Freitag have also updated their website. Definitely worth a look.
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Mairag
This hydraulic brake was produced by Mairag, a Swiss cycle company. I found this on Classic Rendezvous, a website focused on lightweight vintage bicycles from 1900 through 1983. The site is broken into countries of manufacture, which makes it fun to browse. Mairag came to be in the 60’s, was owned by the Maier brothers, and was based in Ebnat-Kappel, Switzerland. It’s hard to tell from their website, but they still seem to be in existence. Interesting designs indeed.
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Light and Motion Urban 500
Light and Motion are an amazing company making amazing product. I’ve been using the Urban 500 for a few months now, and it is the perfect commuting light. It attaches easily and can be focused up or down by simply turning it. It charges via a USB cable with your laptop or desktop, and lasts a very long time on a single charge. I ride approximately four miles in the dark every workday, and I only need to charge it once a week. That’s at the high setting, so I imagine on a lower setting you might be able to go longer. There is an indicator to warn of a low battery, so no need to worry about it going dark with no warning. The Urban 500 is simple and bright. This is key to a good commuter light, and the reason many of my friends here in LA are using it. Bike Hugger recently posted a review on the Urban 500, a very good read for those interested in Light and Motion. I am definitely a fan, and will continue to support this company in the future.
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Look Keo Power
The Look Keo Power system is to begin shipping any day now. I saw this at Interbike, and was very impressed. I’ve never been a fan of the wheel based systems as they limit wheel choice, and add quite a bit of weight. Look has solved this issue by moving the power measurement system to the pedals. It is very easy to install, and also easy to transfer to a different bicycle, which is a huge plus. Also interesting, is the ability to monitor left and right power distribution. I think it’s quite cool being able to see if one leg is more powerful than the other, and then being able to work on equaling out power distribution. I was impressed with the prototypes, and trust the finished product will be excellent.
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BTI Catalog
The new BTI catalog has been printed and is being shipped to dealers around the country. I am really hoping to get my hands on one, as I’m old school, and having a printed catalog is just the ultimate in luxury for me. I still remember the days of the Cambria Bike catalog. It would arrive each year, and I would spend incredible amounts of time pouring over all the different component specs and weights, dreaming of what I would get, and guessing what the ultimate weight of the finished product would be. The BTI website is fun to look at, but the catalog is a necessity. Also, they have added Zipp to their product line, which will encourage even more daydreaming.
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Sycip, Original Steel Fork
Here is an updated photo of the Sycip with the original steel fork. I’ve been riding it this way for a couple of weeks now, and I think I prefer it over the carbon fork. There is a slight weight gain, 18.70 lbs versus 18.40 lbs, but brake chatter has been eliminated entirely with this fork. The ride is very solid, and from an aesthetic point of view, I prefer the straight fork in the matching frame color.
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Exploded View Bicycle Wall Mount
This wonderful item comes via Things Organized Neatly. It is a submission from Michael Paulus / Steven Bullock titled “exploded view bicycle wall mount”.
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The Bike Valet
A source at Swrve alerted me to this very cool project. It is the Metal Bike Valet from Reclamation Art and Furniture. It is currently looking for funding on Kickstarter. It is about halfway to it’s ultimate goal of $10,000. They also do a valet out of wood. I’d be happy with either.
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SKS Germany Diago
I have some upcoming travel planned for work, and the Sycip will be traveling along. I need a small and powerful pump that will not add weight to my bag, and send me over the 5olb weight limit. The SKS Germany Diago pump might be my first choice. The pump weighs 109 grams, and will achieve 144 psi. I like the integrated design, which complements the overall simplicity of the pump. Pumps are an accessory that can make life easy if well designed, or incredibly difficult if poorly executed. I’m hoping the SKS is the former.
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Rene Herse
A beautiful Rene Herse on eBay with a Buy It Now of $6000.00. Pricey, but very very beautiful.
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