New Arrivals – April 23, 2003

Edited by Paul Mirtschin

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Welcome to New Arrivals, a weekly 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.

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2004 SRAM X-7 "Shorty" Shifter

Another addition to next years SRAM line-up is the X-7 "Shorty" Shifter.

The 50mm "Shorty" is made with a lightweight Grilon composite finish and features the "Amy" grip cover for smaller diameter hands.

The shifters use SRAM's 1:1 cable activation and are compatible with all SRAM 8/9 ESP series components.

Colour: Black

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Specialized S-Works Mondo road tyre

Developed to be the fastest race tyre in the world, and to be used by the current World Champion Mario Cippolini, Specialized's new race tyre uses a 127 threads per inch "Nylon 6-6" casing and 'Flak Jacket' sub-tread.

The tyre also features low rolling resistance for a 200g tyre. Specialized says the Mondo has high puncture resistance due to proprietary 'Flak Jacket' material that is built into the casing of the tire. This is said to reduce punctures by up to 60% compared to competing products while adding less than one gram of weight.

Sizes: 700c x 20/23/25
Price: US$40.00

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Selle Italia SLK saddle

Coming in at just 185 grams for the normal version and 220 grams for the Gelflow version is Selle Italia's new SLK saddle.

Made with a a tubular Vanox rail that suports a patented front and rear suspension system, the SLK also makes use of carbon fibre to reduce weight.

Models: Normal, Gelflow.
Price: US$84.95

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Nike Swoosh Cycling Glove

With the Swoosh design embroidered on the palm and back, this Lycra spandex glove lets you be just like Lance.

The glove uses minimal padding on non-grip areas while still providing a padded polyurethane coated gripping surface where needed.

Available in sizes Small to XX-Large.

Colour: Black
Cost: US$34.95

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