London Cycle Show

London, UK, October 11-14, 2007

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London Show Part 5

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They may have only been in business a few years but the folks at Foska have entered the retro market regardless.
There's also a pink retro jersey for the ladies.
Okay, so this isn't a new design but the Classic Marmite is still a bestseller and gives the photographer a chance to provoke Aussie readers by proclaiming its superiority to Vegemite!
In addition to the jerseys Foska has added this rather cool pair of baggies to its range.
Another bestselling classic is the reflective skeleton jacket, perfect for those Halloween rides.
This is the view you'll get in your car if you drive up behind it.
Another new women's specific jersey is the Fuchsia, avaialble in light blue…
… or pink, and both are cut for the female figure.
Here at last is the Test Dummy jersey - perfect for that cyclist who falls off a lot!
Sound advice to be heeded if the wearer really deserves this jersey!
Endura's new Stealth Jacket is claimed to be the world's first truly waterproof and breathable softshell.
The "pit-zip" is split so that it doesn't interfere with the straps of your hydration pack.
There are two shorter zips : one on the torso, and one on the sleeve.
No stitches! The Stealth jacket is entirely built using ultrasonic welding.
The rear of the Stealth Jacket features a waterproof zip and a stiff plastic mount for a rear flasher.
Endura's new FS-260 jersey is available in different colours to match your bike - or your mood.
The matching FS-260 bib shorts complement the jersey
Endura - like many others - uses flexible inserts made in Italy by Cytech.
The Transmission base layer is Endura's new synthetic undervest…
… and is available with long or short sleeves.
Merino wool base layers now also feature in Endura's range thanks to its ability to retain heat even when wet.
The Merino under vest is also avaialable in long and short sleeved options.
For milder temperatures Endura makes the Ultralite gilet, to keep the wind off.
Endura makes a lot of products specifically for women like the Rebound jacket in Polartec fleece.
Endura is experimenting with an entry into the budget eyeware market in 2008.
Endura's extensive waterproof range also includes the Venturi, made from 3-layer eVENT fabric.
Gore's new Power jersey has flatlock seams and a full length zip for the hottest days.
Gore's new ALP-X is its top off road jersey and has the same flatlock seams as the Power jersey, but only a 3/4 zip.
The Alp-X features silicone print on the shoulders to protect it from your backpack and help keep it in place.
Gore's Xenon Race jacket is a Gore-Tex Paclite jacket using Comfort Mapping Technology.
The Xenon Race Jacket has a high ergonomically shaped collar with abrasion resistant material in front.
Cool rubber velcro straps keep the Xenon Race jacket's cuffs nice and snug.
Gore's Xenon bib tights are available in as many colours as the jerseys.
Gore's Xenon bib tights feature an exclusive pad insert from Cytech.
Gore's Phantom jacket looks like any other Windstopper jacket…
… but it has a secret up its sleeve.
The Phantom's long sleeves zip off completely…
… to become a short sleeved jersey with a windproof front.
The Gore Xenon range comes in loads of colours, including lime green…
… and bright orange like this Xenon Lady jacket.
A new product for Gore this summer is the Alp-X Pro baggy shorts.
The Alp-X Pro baggies are actually more like a pair of Lycra shorts with a baggy outer, than a pair of baggies with a Lycra inner.
The Alp-X Baggy shorts and jersey as modeled by this young catwalk hopeful.
Despite launching its 2008 spring/summer range Gore still makes a lot of winter jackets.
Gore's Cosmo jacket is available for those wet days in the woods when you don't want to get followed.
Gore's Falcon jacket is a Windstopper softshell jacket for those chilly, but dry, days.
Gore's Phantom jacket is available in many other colours.
Sealskinz' Ultra Grip Glove is claimed to be 100% waterproof.
Ultra Grip by name… the palm is covered in dozens of grippy dots.
Sealskinz is most famous for its waterproof socks like this Hi-Vis version.
Lola from Sealskinz spent most of the day standing in water, demonstrating the socks' 100% waterproof characteristics.
Sealskinz' Mountain Bike Glove features gel padding on the palm and is still waterproof.
Sealskinz' Road Cycle Glove has an extended cuff and reflective piping in the back…
… and pressure point padding on the palm, with grip on the first two fingers and thumb.
The Technical Mountain Bike Glove is Sealskinz' highest spec glove with shock-absorbing gel padding and extra insulation.

London Show Part 4

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Father and son celebrate the 60th anniversary of Condor Cycles.
Grant Young and the famous name.
Whose bike is this, we wonder?
Bikes and photos on display.
Memories on display.
Mick Jagger on his Condor bike.
Rapha Condor and the Angliasport jerseys.
The Condor Makeson team jersey.
Memorabilia and awards on display.
Monty and Grant Young show off the new Classico road machine, which is also offered in a fixed-gear version.

London Show Part 3

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Who says cycling clothing only has to fit when in the cycling position?
Models strut their stuff during the fashion show at this year's London Cycle Show.
Jump, jump!
UK-based clothing manufacturer Endura brought out a full line of foul weather gear.
Might want to cover up that tummy before the cold wind hits…
… or not!
Endura's sleek fashions look good on…
…or off the bike.
Naturally, Endura offers a complete line of men's apparel as well.
As always, Oakley's pieces are at the forefront of cutting edge trends.
Did someone say something about cycling?
Even you can look this good on your next ride.
Oakley's 'O' icon is easily recognizable these days.
Function and fashion go hand in hand.
This sort of looks like pedaling…
…but this most assuredly does not!
Anyone else remember the jersey in the middle?
Descente draws on its past with its retro 7-Eleven jersey.
The stripes are back!
Road and MTB gear from Descente.
Um…ok.
Few do color-block styling as well as Assos.
Swiss styling ready to hit the road or runway!
We're pretty sure this isn't how this is all meant to be used, but so be it.
UK-based Foska brings a bit of British flair to the cycling clothing scene.
Shake it!
Ready to ride.
A subtle hint of pink detailing adds some color to Foska's women's line.
Foska's MTB women's 'team' looks ready to hit the trail.
That's right, folks , look LEFT when crossing the street when you're in London!

London Show Part 2

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Hope Technology's light range has a couple of new additions.
With four high-powered LEDs the new Hope 4LED light packs an amazing 1000 lumen punch.
Wow! That's bright and Hope claims that the batteries can sustain full power for up to three hours.
Despite being so bright the Hope 4LED light still has a really small battery pack that can attach below the stem.
The new Hope Vision One is its new single LED light unit.
Yes, those are AAs! the Vision One ruins on conventional batteries.
Because of its size and shape the Vision One can also be used as a hand held torch.
Something for the ladies. Hope Technologies launched a "women's version" of its Mono Mini brakeset.
Pretty in Pink . The hardware is a lovely "girlie" colour.
Special edition rotors have been cut with a nice flower pattern.
The master cylinder is etched with a pretty floral pattern…
…which is matched by one on the caliper itself.
Hope's bearing range now includes an external bottom bracket.
Bearings will be available in stainless steel or ceramic.
This is Hope's first foray into the world of framebuilding…
… and it’s pretty interesting, too. The headtube is machined form a single piece of billet aluminium.
The seat tube is, too, and uses the same bonding techniques as Lotus cars to attach the carbon top and down tubes.
Because they can… Hope has completely integrated the brake calipers into the rear triangle.
USE's Exposure Joystick MaXx has been restyled for 2008, and is available in a limited edition camo pattern so you can see them, but they can't see you!
Bling for the show. Sadly this one's not available in the shops.
USE's Exposure Race MaXx and Enduro MaXx now have two and three Seoul LED emitters each.
USE's new Piggy Back battery system allows you to light the trail for much longer.
A fuel gauge on the on/off switch now tells you how much juice you have left.
USE's TULA bar claims to save 15 watts at 30mph.
TULA's unique outer pods and parallel brake levers are still available…
… but they now also can be fitted with a different set of pods which give more to hold on to on hillier courses.
The new outer pods come without brake levers so you can select your own. USE prefers Bontrager's model.
Even with the less aerodynamic pods the TULA bar still doesn't offer the wind much to get hold of.
USE was showing a prototype version of its new Boost clip on aerobars.
The Boost uses the same "Rock & Roll" armrest adjuster system and fi'zi:k pad system as the TULA.
USE still makes a plethora of lightweight and carbon components…
… including several versions of it's iconic Alien Cyclops seatpost.
The Torq range is now complete with the introduction of Torq Gel in four yummy flavours.
Torq's Classic Bar is one of the yummiest around.
Torq's range of Energy drink flavours range from pink grapefruit to flavourless.
Torq Organic Energy finally carries the much prized Soil Association stamp.
Torq Recovery comes in chocolate orange and banana mango flavours.
Torq Raw means you can mix your own recovery drinks - especially good for vegans!
The addition of glutamine and carnitine makes the Torq Raw range compete.

London Show Part 1

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Condor's new Diamante was created to celebrate the brand's 60th (diamond) anniversary.
The Diamante features an integrated seat post.
Curvy seat stays give the Diamante's rear end a bit of comfort.
Wishbone seat stays and a slightly aero seat tube.
The curved down tube supposedly helps to absorb the road buzz.
The Diamante utilises Dedacciai's new Blackwave fork.
In addition to the retro "Team Mackeson" paint job the underside of the down and seat tubes features a vintage tale from the history of Condor.
The updated Leggera will be the team bike for the domestic superteam made up of a merger between Recycling.co.uk and Rapha-Condor.
The Leggera also has a fork upgrade with the new Dedacciai Blackwave.
The completely restyled Baracchi is based around Dedaccia's Ribelle chassis.
This still hurts! The Baracchi's paint job is updated to show this year's Etape du Tour profile.
New frame, new fork : upgrades all around for the Baracchi.
The Classico gets a new look to celebrate Condor's anniversary.
This is a new bike! But identical to the one used to win the 1961 Skol Six in London.
Condor Bling! How much gold can you stand?
The Italia sits near the bottom of the Condor range but still gets an upgrade…
… in the form of a complete carbon rear instead of just the chain stays as was the case last year.
Condor is still famous for its track frames including this titanium one…
… and the steel Pista with a new stealthy look.
The Squadra is also available with yellow trim.
Red trim, Red groupset. Condor bikes are available with SRAM's new gruppo.
Condor is continuing to revive the classic and unusual Paris brand.
Some serious lugwork shows incredible attention to detail.
For a limited time only (i.e. until they run out) you can have your Paris bike with wooden hoops.
More lugs, an Eiffel Tower, and a Tricoleur : this can only be Paris.
Pinnacle Bikes has been sponsoring UK domestic team Plowman Craven - Evans Cycles.
This Aeos Carbon Team was ridden and abused by James "Jimmy Mac" McCallum in the Tour of Britain last month.
Curvy wishbone seat stays are intended to give the rear end a bit of comfort.
The Aeos has a triangular section top tube to maximise the stiffness of the front triangle within the confines of its compact geometry.
Those curvy stays make the rear end stiff and yet comfortable enough for the British Circuit Champion to enjoy his first Tour of Britain.
C3 carbon fibre tuned by Pinnacle's British design team.
The Aeos fork features a slight rake.
Pinnacle's new combined head tube badge and cable stop is shown here in prototype form on Jimmy Mac's bike.
Abuse suffered by this Dura-Ace chainset should surely be against the Geneva Convention!
If you can't see yourself in Plowman Craven - Evans Cycles colours the Aeos is available in rather more sober livery.
The Aeos Carbon 3.0 comes in a white/carbon colour scheme.
The head tube area of the finished article is rather more refined than on the Team prototype.
Forward Thinking UK Design puts the seat tube slot in front to minimise how much road gunk gets into the frame.
Enigma's mid range Echo is now made with double butted 3Al/2.5V tubes like its top-end frames.
Enigma now has a titanium mtb hardtail called the Ego.
The Ego features double gusssets for extra strength and stiffness where it matters.
A replaceable derailleur hanger just in case…
The ovalised down tube joins the bottom bracket in some typically neat welds.
Enigma frames are full of trick details , like this monogrammed disc brake mount.
Bespoke drop outs on the road frames are now machined out to make them even lighter.
The range topping Enigma Eulogy.
A special Lab project has producd a mirror polished single speed version of the Eulogy.
Let's go down to the lab… just because it's not in the catalogue, doesn't meant that Enigma won't make it for you anyway…
Pro-Lite's Espresso is a 7005 aluminium time trial frame.
The Espresso features internal cable routing to try and cheat the wind.
Pro-Lite can build its bikes with a selection of in-house parts, like these integrated aero bars.
Pro-Lite's Trentino is an aero section track version of the time trial frame.
Pro-Lite's entry level frame is the Cuneo, built from 7046 aluminium.
The range topping X-Pedo is built with "Power, Body and Soul".
Kinesis has a new carbon 'cross frame although it doesn't carry its name as it was built in Italy, not Taiwan.
The C-Six Crosslight carbon cyclocross frame should build up into a pleasantly light bike.
The C-Six Crosslight has triangular section main tubes bonded to a very large head tube.
Kinesis' own Evo Fork is the lightest 'cross fork there is, so it claims.
The Kinesis KR-810 is the bike ridden by factory team riders.
The KR-810 has Kinesis' new forward facing Tracer fork.
3K woven carbon fibre is visible through the KR-810's clearcoat finish.
There's a lot of racing heritage but Raleigh has only recently returned to the racing market.
In addition to road bikes , Raleigh has also produced an entry level cyclocross machine.
At the top of Raleigh's AIRLite range is the AIRLite Carbon Race.
The AIRLite Carbon Race has a carbon-bladed fork with an aluminium steerer.
12K carbon weave can be seen all over the frame, including the unusually profiled top tube.
More of that carbon weave is used right back to the wishbone seat stays.
The Carbon Aero fork has an alloy steerer but it hides nicely behind that classic heron head badge.