SHIMANO DEORE XT, the world’s first mountain biking component group is completely revamped for its 30th birthday. From the early days until today, “XT” has been the benchmark in mountain bike component technology, excelling in quality, innovation and performance combined with an extensive product range to suit a wide range of riding styles. The new group fits well in this tradition, once again boosting the value and relevance of the components. Two of the major options will be the addition of a double crank along with the popular triple and the choice of black or silver version.??Drive-train?The...

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Aug 2, 2011 Cannondale, a leader in bicycling innovation, has been rewarded with nods of approval and (drumroll), Editor’s Choice awards by Bicycling Magazine. Check out a sampling of the nominees: Winner: Best Race Hardtail 29er (Cannondale Flash 29) "Designed for the racecourse, the Flash 29 was fun on any trail. It accelerated sharply and ripped across treacherously rocky singletrack as if it had 4 inches of suspension. The stiff frame translated to precise steering and snappy climbing. Testers praised the Flash's geometry, too." Finalist: Best Race Bike (Cannondale Supersix HiMod DI2) BB30...

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