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5Apr2012

Staff Pick: GRAVITY FLAT BAR 777mm

By Rick Smith, Cyclone Sales Team
This is the first installment in our staff picks series. Dealers who want to find out more about this or other products we carry can contact us or login to the shop.

These bars are comically huge, just cartoonishly monstrous. When I first put them on my bike I thought to myself, “hmm… may need to bring out the hacksaw”.  After all, 777mm is almost 30 inches and change, and while I’m 6’2” and have relatively broad shoulders they still felt a bit awkward at first. Then I stood up and mashed as fast as I could, using as much arm leverage as possible … I then realized I had unwittingly turned my 29er into a gigantic BMX bike, and it was fast as hell. Later experimentation revealed a slight increase in climbing speed while standing, as well as the benefits of fuller breathing due to opening up the shoulders a bit.

Ultrawide bars are not without their drawbacks though, tight singletrack and riding in heavy traffic are not their forte, as you can imagine. Also, bike fit will change a bit, and you may need to swap stems. That said, if you come from a BMX background (as I do), use a lot of upper body leverage for riding, or are just a large human being, I think these bars could be for you. These come highly recommended (but not for everybody).

Do you love wide bars? Narrow Bars? Leave us a comment!

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4Apr2012

We’re Now Offering Paperless Dealer Account Application

Taking advantage of our low prices and promotions just became easier with paperless account applications. Independent Bicycle Dealers who want to establish an account with us can now save time and money by applying for a new account electronically. We’re excited about this new application process because we’re all about streamlining processes to keep costs down and prices low while reducing our environmental impact. We think future dealers will find this new application process easier to use than paper applications.

The new electronic application, accessible from our Dealers page, utilizes Adobe’s interactive PDF form and digital signature technologies. It can be signed electronically with an existing or newly created Adobe digital ID. The digital ID signature can be created with free Adobe Reader software, is verifiable, and encrypts the document to ensure it’s secure and valid. After signing, applicants can submit their application to us by email and will receive a prompt reply.

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4Apr2012

Service Course Velo Wins Knog Blinder Display

Congratulations to Medford Oregon’s Service Course Velo, winner of the Knog “Friends With Benefits” dealer competition! Their shop will receive a Knog Blinder counter stand stocked with 24 unique Blinder lights.

Service Course Velo, one of Cyclone’s valued customers, is one of the Rogue Valley’s newest bike shops. Their full service shop caters to all kinds of riders and stocks an excellent selection of products. For more information about them, including the meaning of “Service Course” check out their website and blog at sc-velo.com

The Knog Blinder lights are scheduled to arrive any day now. If your shop would like to purchase a Blinder display, or individual Blinder lights, contact us today. For more information on Blinders and other Knog products, check out knog.com.au.

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29Mar2012

Last Chance For March Flyer Deals

The month of March is drawing to a close, which means there’s only a few days left for shops to take advantage of the March flyer specials.

March specials include special product launch pricing on Muc-Off maintenance products and the German engineered VDO computers, as well as great deals on many other products. We’ve discounted the full line Muc-Off’s cleaning and maintenance products and tools that come in some seriously eye-catching packaging. We’re offering great prices on VDO and a chance to get a free Smart Set Box to help shops setup the computers for customers. You can also still get great deals on Rubena tires, ProGold Xtreme lube and products, Kool Stop brake pads, cables and other essentials.

Call us (503-226-0696) before 6pm tomorrow, Friday March 30, or order online before midnight Saturday March 31st to take advantage of the March discounts. Then keep an eye out for the April flyer, arriving in your mailbox and online next week.

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23Mar2012

Muc-Off Gets the Funk Off

The British cycling invasion is in full effect at Cyclone and we’re pleased to announce the arrival of Muc-Off maintenance products! More than just another clever play on words, Muc-Off offers a full line of essential cleaning and maintenance fluids and tools in eye-catching packaging to help make them fly off the shelves. Their products are also non-toxic and fully biodegadeable. We’re offering discounted product launch pricing on all products, including their light-up, fully-loaded displays!  Check out the product pdf here, then log-in to the shop or call your rep to order!
Check out this fun video from Muc-Off on bike cleaning. More videos and info on muc-off.com.

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21Mar2012

Looking Forward to the PDX Bicycle Show This Weekend!

Cyclone Bicycle Supply is excited to be attending the Pedal Nation PDX Bicycle Show this weekend (March 24 and 25) right here in our corner of the bike universe. Cyclone’s own Matt Case and Jeremy Bentham will be creating consumer interest for our customers by staffing the Rubena tires booth and more of our staff will be roaming the show to meet our industry colleagues and see what’s going on out there!  The show will have entertainment and activities for all ages, lots of bikes, gear and apparel displays, live demos, speakers, and a bike swap. Get the full lowdown on the show from Pedal Nation’s site pedalnationevents.com, which has a full schedule, a 2 for 1 coupon and plenty of info. See you there!

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16Mar2012

KNOG Friends With Benefits Promotion Ends March 30th!!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Terms and Conditions
- Sign up offer ends March 30th 2012

- Prizes drawn April 2nd 2012

- You have to be an authorized Knog dealer to be eligible to enter and win

- For U.S.* dealers promotion only available to those who have an account with Cyclone, QBP, or Action

- Winners will be announced through the Friends with Benefits section of the site


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14Mar2012

German Engineered VDO Computers Have Landed

We’re pleased to announce the arrival of VDO cycling computers. VDO, one of Germany’s premier precision instrument makers whose speedometers and tachometers are found in fine German automobiles, are now offering the same precision engineering to cyclists.

These computers are packed with great features like wireless functionality, two-bike setup, cadence and heart-rate monitoring. VDO’s Smart Set Box allows shops to quickly setup or reset a computer for customers. We’re offering shops special product launch pricing and opportunity to get a free Smart Set Box. For more information, download the info sheet or visit vdocyclecomputer.com. Contact us to find out about the product launch promotion and to order.

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14Mar2012

Cyclone and Rubena Tires At The Seattle Bike Expo

On March 10 and 11, Cyclone staff attended the Seattle Bike Expo to represent Rubena Tires.

Seattle Bike Expo - from Cascase Bicycle Club on Flickr

Matt Case especially enjoyed this performance

Cyclone Sales Manager Matt Case says: “Many thanks to everyone who came by the Rubena booth. It’s really lovely taking a little time away from the desk and talking to the people who are ultimately going to be buying the Rubena products from our dealers. I can tell you the response was very positive and I really believe this is going to be a breakthrough year for the Rubena brand. Customers were impressed with the quality of the products and the retail prices we gave them. Mountain riders were excited about the weights, feel, and prices of the folding tires, especially the tubeless. Commuters were very excited about the opportunity to protect themselves against flats with the new Stop Thorn and Stop Thorn Ultimate offerings in the urban line. They were equally excited about the prospect of getting said protection and the peace of mind it offers at a price no longer thought to exist in the retail environment. All in all, a pretty successful undertaking. Thanks Seattle, for being the gracious host you always are, and thank you to the organizers of the industry party for giving me the opportunity to watch tipsy people dance.”

We’re looking forward to seeing some of you in Portland on the 24th and 25th of this month for the Pedal Nation PDX Bicycle show. Matt says: “If you come by the booth and mention this blog post I’ll buy you a beer or beverage of your choice. Who knows, maybe we’ll set sail on a “typical Portland evening” after the close of business. Wonder what that means? I guess you’ll just have to show up to find out.”

See you all soon!

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13Mar2012

We’re Off to See the Wizard, The 2012 Cyclone Catalog is Here!

2012 Cyclone Catalog CoverThe 2012 Cyclone Catalog is complete and available as a PDF download in the web store. Hard copies are at the printer and will be delivered by flying Oz bike monkey once the ink dries. Here’s some vital statistics on this wonderfully Wizard of Oz themed catalog: 548 pages, 9,253 items, almost 4,000 new items from 27 new vendors including FSA, Shimano and Race Face.

Registered dealers can login and download the PDF from the main shop page. Want a catalog but don’t have a login to the online shop? Contact us today!

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