PEZ 2012 Holiday Gift Guide #3
The big day creeps ever closer, so we thought we’d help out with a few more ideas to help make it even better for the cyclist in your life – or maybe just you? It’s Holiday Gift Guide time!
FitBox
FitBox helps passionate cyclists discover new products such as drink mixes, bars, gels, recovery products, and more, from established manufacturers as well as up and coming brands. FitBox sends a variety of samples from these companies each month, giving you the chance to test new products as you train.
Just in time for the holidays, FitBox has created a series of “gift subscriptions” for the fitness fanatic on your life. Gift subscriptions are available in 3, 6, and 12 month packages, and deliver a unique variety of samples to your gift recipient each month. Learn more at www.fitboxsamples.com
Kask Vertigo Helmet
Worn by Team Sky, Kask Vertigo Helmet offers incomparable comfort and fit, packaged together with Italian styling and manufacture.
With an innovative construction and reinforced frame for additional safety, 24 aerodynamically arranged large air vents allows for great ventilation, and leatherette chin strap for unbelievable comfort makes this the perfect gift for any cyclist. At $299.95 check it out now at wrenchscience.com/road/helmets/Kask
Club Ride – Rale Jacket
Equal parts high-performance cycling apparel and stealthy, stylish everyday fashion, the Rale Jacket delivers a true jack of all trades for every cyclist’s wardrobe.
Constructed out of Club Ride’s own StretchRide9™, the Rale Jacket is designed to move with you to ensure comfort and freedom of motion in the saddle, and reflective accents increase rider visibility and safety. The subtle pinstripe accents and impeccable cut will make this a go-to, even if you’re not traveling by bike.
• StretchRide9™ breathable fabric
• Stretch fabric for movement
• Quick-dry for moisture control
• Zippered front pockets
• Rear zippered storage pocket with media port
• Reflective accents
• Durable, abrasion-resistant, pinstripe paneling on shoulders
MSRP: $149.99 USD clubrideapparel.com
Apres Velo’s #7112 Men’s Cycling Nuts T-shirt
Geddit?! A good nuts joke still goes a long way, and this one works on SO many levels. Semi Fitted crew neck Tee with back feature mini pocket and contrast red side stitching. Printed graphics on front. Embroidered logo and mini badge pocket on rear.
Cotton/Elastane single jersey fabric, enzyme washed for that super soft and worn feel.
At just US$34.95 and with a wide variety of styles and prints to choose from, you could find your next t-shirt at apresvelo.com
FOCUS CAYO EVO 1.0 – 6.0
The Lightweight Cayo Evo featuring PressFit30 BB, tapered all-carbon fork, and SSPS (Stable Stiffness Per Size, which maintains similar ride quality across a wide range of sizes) comes in electronic and mechanical specific versions. From a Campagnolo Chorus 11 equipped 1.0 version at $4500 all the way to a Shimano 105 edition for only $2150, the Cayo Evo delivers top-level performance for any budget. For more info on the Cayo and other bikes in the Focus range head on over to www.focus-bikes.com
BBB ArcticDuty Shoecover
The ArticDuty is what you need to protect your feet in all winter conditions. The pre-shaped ergonomic 3D-panel design ‘fits like a glove’. To protect your feet against the winter weather and to be extra durable we made the outside panel out of 4.2 mm waterproof Sharkskin neoprene. The inside and front panel are made of 4,5 mm hydrophobic multi stretch nylon neoprene, combining optimum protection with excellent fit. Extra tough and durable rubber reinforces the nose and heel part. Glued seams connect the panels and and water leakage is prevented by using waterproof tape. We placed a neoprene flap behind the reflective reversed zipper to keep the water out and ensure smooth functioning of the zipper. The soft rubber Velcro strap secures the fit and protect the zipper. Available in sizes: 39/40, 41/42, 43/44, 45/46 and 47/48.
BWS-16, ArcticDuty, RRP Ђ 59,95 bbbcycling.com
CycleOps & CVT
The PowerBeam Trainer from CycleOps is designed for the most demanding riders on earth. PowerBeam is the only trainer to use PowerTap technology for maximum accuracy & CycleOps Virtual Training software is now included with the PowerBeam Pro trainer, IC400 Indoor Cycle, and also works with any ANT+ power meter.
Choose from existing courses or easily create your own and ride virtually anywhere in the world. It’s easy to use, fun, and offers the best indoor riding ever.
For more info and pricing check out the PowerBeam Pro Trainer at cycleops.com
Leg Salsa
Leg Salsa is the original American Embrocation. This all natural product works as a counter irritant to help make the legs perform well when temperatures drop, works great on sore backs, stiff necks, broken collarbones and any other pain. 2 oz jar for only $11.99. Order online at www.unconmed.com
Enjoy Garda Hotel
PEZ Sez: We discovered this gem earlier this year while celebrating the PEZ 10 Year Anniversary (read about it here) – and seriously, I’m going back as soon as I can. The Enjoy Garda Hotel is a brand new bike hotel located in Peschiera del Garda, on the south east corner of Italy’s Lake Garda.
• First – the riding around the lake is spectacular – lakeside vistas, hills, mountains, vineyards, 25km to Verona – the setting is ideal.
• Second- beyond riding the area is loaded with things to see and do so there’s plenty to keep any non-cycling spouses entertained while you get your cycling ya-ya’s out and build up an an appetite for…
• Third: the fantastic food prepared by the hotel’s excellent chef and staff – full breakfasts, lunches, the post-ride pasta buffet, and dinner dining that you thought was reserved only for the rich and famous.
• Fourth – the hotel was fully renovated in 2012, so rooms are new, modern, the wi-fi is fast, and walk to the characteristic old town is only 5-10 minutes, where mixing with the locals and taking a pre-dinner negroni at one of the many lively bars will be habit-forming.
• Fifth – add in guided rides, wine tastings, shopping excursions to Verona (score some big points with the Mrs.), secured bike storage and workshop, and less than 90 minute access from Milan airports (less if you fly into Verona).
• And finally, the family-run care of the Verdolin family – you will not want to leave.
Make this your cycling travel destination next year and tell ‘em Pez sent ya.
• EnjoyGardaHotel.com
State Bicycle Co. Contender
The State Bicycle Co. Premium Division is where the race-ready bicycles live. The first addition to the Premium Division is the Contender. The torso of the Contender features a sleek silver frame and 495g State Bicycle Co. carbon fork (retail $169.99) with 3k weave, tied together by the FSA Orbit MX (retail $69.99) integrated headset for an optimally smooth ride. The drivetrain is powered by the ultra-responsive Sram S100 crankset, Sram Truvativ Powerspline bottom bracket (retail $89.99), and a 48/16 gear ratio.
The wheel set on the Contender features a high flange sealed hub and non-machined black 43mm wheels. The Contender’s cockpit runs a 90mm 2-bolt race stem, black track grips, and the long-sought-after State Bicycle Co. pursuit bars. The final addition is the newly designed and thinly-profiled race saddle. Premium Division models available in sizes 52, 55, and 59cm. For more info on prices and specifications check out www.statebicycle.com
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