GET GEARED UP FOR WINTER

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With killer windproof construction, this jacket will protect you from the burliest wind and winter chills, keeping your core warm on your winter rides. Built with Verge’s Tek Series Winter BB membrane and Super-Roubaix side arm vents which creates a maximum thermal regulation combination. With a clean fit and understated logos it will sharpen up any outfit.

Visit your local DEALER for availability and sizing.

Also, check out VERGE for more technical information.

ENJOY THE RIDE!

Our good friends at TwentyNineInches.com are putting on the BIG WHEELED BALLYHOO June 23rd -24th in Decorah, Iowa. We have sent them a fleet of XXIX’s, single speed and gears for anyone wanting to try these kick ass machines out. Or if you just want to mingle with like minded folks that ride 29ers you should head out to Decorah for a weekend of riding, music, beverages, and demos.

For more info click HERE and if you want the quick break down - scroll.

Who? Anyone who loves 29ers or wants to give one a try. Bring the family. Bring your riding buddies. Bring someone who’s never been on a mountain bike. Fun for all!
What? A two day mountain bike festival celebrating big wheels. There will be lots of riding, food and entertainment.
When? June 23-24, 2007
Where? Decorah, Iowa (map it)
Why? Why not? If you like 29ers… come out and have a good time riding with like-minded people. If you’re interested in trying them… come out and throw a leg over the demo bikes that’ll be available.
This event is being put on by TwentyNineInches.com editors, Tim Grahl and Guitar Ted. It’s a two day celebration of big wheels and mountain bikes. The atmosphere will be relaxed and there will be plenty to do…
Riding…
• Demo bikes to try
• Guided rides
• Poker run
• Great trails!
Festivities…
• Live music
• Party at the local watering hole, T-Bocks, Saturday night
• Food
• Freebies

HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!

JUST IN!

These stylish classic merino sweaters/trainers are the perfect items to have on before a ride, during, or after. Our sweaters are a single-ly knit Merino wool, pre-washed and shrunk. Bold chain-stitch Raleigh embroidery define the style of this trainer. Nickel Riri zipper gives you one of smoothest sliding zippers from Switzerland. See your local Raleigh dealer for availability. Enjoy the Ride!

THE PERFECT SPEED - JUST IN TIME FOR SPRING

Imagine a bicycle smart enough to shift gears for you, keep you comfy on those casual rides around town, and one that will permanently put a smile on your face. At last, a bike that understands you – the Raleigh Coasting bicycle. A dynamic combination of the very stylish Shimano Coasting components featuring a three-speed auto shifting system with a coaster brake and an elegantly designed frame with a “six-pack” front rack – just the right size for six of your favorite canned or bottled beverages and it even has a built in bottle opener. The Raleigh Coasting bicycle is smart, simple, practical, and stylish too.

Shimano’s concept "Coasting" stems from the desire to reunite people that haven’t touched a bike since their childhood with the fun and exhilaration of riding. There has been a lot of great coverage in the past month so here are a few links to get you informed:

Bike Portland
Design & Emotion
Hemispheres - Feb. Issue under "Executive Secrets" (United Airlines In-Flight Mag.) or PDF here
Spirit - Southwest Airlines In-Flight Mag.
IDEO
Coasting
Bicycle Design
GeekSugar
Bicycling Magazine - Great 7 page article in current Buyer's Guide Issue
Industry Outsider
Cycle-Licious

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Women's Coasting - Fresh Mint Men's Coasting - Black Forest Green

GUIDED BY BICYCLES

The Buyer's Guides are out! And Raleigh has a nice showing in Bicycling Magazine's 2007 annual Buyer’s Guide. Actually, we hit 8 categories of the 14, one of those being a two-page spread featuring the Mojave 8.0. David L’Heureux, writing about the Mojave, offered this praise: “The very essence of being a recreational rider means you want more than just a mountain bike. And it is the Mojave 8.0’s versatility that makes it a true winner in our eyes.”

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Mojave 8.o Review>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

Here is a quick breakdown of the categories in which Raleigh bikes were featured:

Featured two page spread: Mojave 8.0
PLUSH: Cadent Carbon
RECREATIONAL: Supercourse
ENTRY LEVEL: Grand Sport
WOMEN’S: Intrigue 1.0
CITY: One Way
CYCLOCROSS: Rx 1.0
TANDEM: Companion

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Cadent Carbon

Grand Sport

One Way

Intrigue 1.0

Rx 1.0

Companion

MORE GUIDING
VeloNews and Bicycling’s sister (or brother) magazine, Mountain Bike, also put out their guides. In the track category, the Rush Hour Pro sits confidently in VeloNews on the same page as LOOK's $9000 496 frameset, a pretty nice juxtaposition. The Raleigh Rowdy takes best bike honors in the Kid’s category in Mountain Bike.

COASTING

A perfectly timed seven-page Coasting article titled “The Revolution Will Be Simplified” is in the current Bicycling Magazine and compliments the line of Raleigh Coasting bikes now hitting your dealers floors nation-wide. This article explains Shimano’s concept of "Coasting" and how it stems from the desire to reunite people that haven’t touched a bike since their childhood with the fun and exhilaration of riding. The Raleigh Coasting bike was featured in the article with a great title page photo and a "lifestyle" shot.