New Arrivals – May 8, 2003

Edited by Paul Mirtschin

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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.

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iRULE Primo jersey

The Primo is manufactured from Sports Dry Lite, a fully wickable fabric that optimises moisture and temperature management.

This race top also features the iRULE nanomesh ventilation system in the side gussets.

It also features a 2/3rd length front zip and three rear pockets, with the centre pocket zipped, and comes in all sizes from XSmall to XXLarge.

Colour: Red/Black. Grey/Black and Gold/Black
Price: NZ$119.00

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iRULE Troppo

Wear it beneath your helmet, or do a Pantani impression off the bike.

The iRULE Tropo skullcap looks cool as well as wicking moisture away from your head.

Made from the same Sports Dry Lite fabric as the Primo, the Troppo gives sun protection of UPF 50+.

Colour: Red/White/Black. Grey/White/Black and Gold/White/Black
Price: NZ$20.00

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Selle Italia SLR Trans Am saddle

Coming in at 235 grams is Selle Italia's new SLR Trans Am saddle.

Made with Titanium rails, the SLR Trans Am uses a cut-out center and gel padding to relieve pressure and eliminate numbness.

The saddle also features the classic Flite shape, leather cover, and embroidered logos.

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Selle Italia SLR XP saddle

The Flite XP uses the same design and materials as the Flite Traditional and Gel saddles, along with extra padding in the nose and seat-bone area and a slightly wider and flatter shell adding comfort and support.

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