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New Arrivals – March 4, 2004Edited by John Stevenson Got Tech? Send press releases, news, and tech questions to the Cyclingnews tech-heads. Welcome to New Arrivals, a section showcasing the latest equipment that's landed on the Cyclingnews tech desk. Look out for reviews over the next few months when we've clocked up some saddle time with this stuff.
Specialized BG2 Pro MTB women's saddleIf there's one piece of equipment that's utterly critical for female riders to get right it's the saddle. Fortunately saddle makers have realized that - hey! - girls and boys are different, and women now have far more options than just a few years back. Specialized has long made decent women's saddles and this is the latest in the company's Body Geometry line. The BG2 MTB Pro women's saddle features a pressure-relieving groove and hole for soft-tissue comfort; a flexible hull and titanium rails to keep the weight down to a claimed 320g. More info: www.specialized.com Price: $79.95
Polar S725 heart rate monitorPolar describes the new S725 heart rate monitor as its most complete cycling system. A wealth of features include mobile connectivity - the ability to upload data to a Nokia 5140 mobile phone and review it there or transmit it to the Polar Personal Trainer web service; compatibility with the Polar Power Output sensor; infra-red connectivity to a PC; and more heart rate monitor and bike computer functions than you can shake a tubular at. More info: www.polar.fi Price: $329 (USA)/€359 (Europe)
Zipp 303 wheelsZipp's 303 tubular wheels are the company's 'all-rounders', designed for road racing, criterium and triathlon use. The rim now incorporates the new VcLc rim technology are said to have more than double the lateral and vertical stiffness than a normal rim as well as reduced road noise. The 700C version has 20 spokes up front and 28 rear and weigh a claimed 1124g per pair. Shimano and Campagnolo compatible versions are available, and the Zipp 202 rear hub's Quick Change freehub body can be swapped from one to the other. More info: www.zipp.com
Lazer Blade helmetLazer's Blade helmet is aimed at racers, both on and off road. To achieve that versatility it has a removable peak with caps to cover the holes when the peak is removed. It also features extra-large vents to keep you cool; internal bracing for resistance to multiple impacts; and Lazer's 'Perfit 5 fitting system with Coolmax pads. Weighing a claimed 280g, the Lazer Blade is available in sizes S/M (53-56 cm) and L/XL (57-62 cm). Price: $149.95 More info: www.lazerusa.com
First Endurance UltragenA new recovery drink aimed at replacing the nutrients cyclists and other athletes use in training and racing, Ultragen is intended to be used in the 30 minutes immediately after exercise to bolster depleted muscles. One of our testers is currently trying it out, which is a pity as I could have done with some after trying to keep up with a training bunch in Centennial Park last night... Price: $44.95 (15 serving container) More info: www.firstendurance.com
Do Wrap Skull Cap and .5 StubbyDo Wraps are fabric headbands designed to combat one of the biggest irritations every sportsperson faces in warm weather: getting sweat in your eyes. The Coolmax Skull cap and Coolmax .5 Stubby are made from thin, soft synthetic fabric so they fit snugly under a helmet and assist the often rather minimal brow pad found in lots of modern helmets. More info: www.dowrap.com Proices: $14.95; $11.95
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