2011 Shimano XTR has arrived!

The newly redone Shimano XTR group has been unveiled on bikerumor.com.

Read the full story and check out the pics and specs of all the new parts including the new 2x10 options here: 2011 Shimano XTR

Industry Nine Factory Tour

Ran across this factory tour of Industry Nine on bikerumor.com. It is amazing to see all the time and effort the I9 guys put into making their wheels.



If you are considering a new set of wheels you really should look at the I9's. Their engagement and stiffness are unparalled. They will have you coasting past your buddies in no time.



Like them but unsure about the proprietary spokes? Then order a set of I9 hubs that for regular spokes. Same I9 hub quality but the ease of using any spoke you want.



Now do yourself a favor and come in and order a set!

Bailey Hundo Recap

This past Saturday a few of the shop guys and some of our dedicated patrons ventured up to Bailey to give a go at the first ever Bailey Hundo. It was an invitation only event of about 150 riders from super stars like Dave Wiens and Jeremy Horgan-Kobelski to regualr working stiffs like us. All in all GBS was represented pretty well. It was quite entertaining to see how many bikes in the race were from GBS. Thanks folks!

There are some really nice personal recounts of the race out there on the interwebs but here are some of the best: Sonya Looney, Sarai Snyder (Bike Rumor) and Jeremy Horgan-Kobelski (via Singletrack.com)

Some great pics of all the racers can be found at prerace.com Check our Facebook photos for some of our favorites.

GBS MTB Demo June 20 - White Ranch Upper Lot 11a-3p

Golden Bike Shop is heading up to White Ranch for our 2nd mountain bike demo day of the season!

Ellsworth Bicycles will have their demo fleet and we are bringing our 50+ demo bikes from Santa Cruz, Niner, Salsa, Ellsworth, Pivot, Lenz, Intense, and Spot Brand for you to ride!

This event is Free - Preregister at http://gbsdemo2.eventbrite.com/ to save your space.

 

 BRING: your ID Card, and Credit Card which will be required for deposit. Riders under the age of 18 will need to have their legal guardian present to sign the appropriate waivers.

HELMETS: are required at this event - bring your own if you have one.

RECOMMENDED: Water, your own pedals and bike shoes, a tire repair kit, pump, multi-tool

UPDATES: facebook and twitter will have the most up-to-date demo day updates. Check www.facebook.com/goldenbikeshop.co and www.twitter.com/goldenbikeshop

LOCATION: This MTB Demo is being held at the Upper Lot of White Ranch Open Space Park, which is located in the foothills northwest of Golden. There are about 18 miles of multi-use trails with both gentle and rugged terrain. Please come prepared - bring items you would normally plan for a 1/2 day of riding. If you need suggestions, please ask the Golden Bike Shop staff.

BE CONSIDERATE: Please limit time out on each demo bike to 30-45 minutes so that other riders get a chance on it. If you need more time, please arrange that through Golden Bike Shop for a different day.

BE RESPONSIBLE: It is your responsibility to know and obey Open Space rules and regulations, which are posted in the parking area. Users assume liability for all risks associated with visiting this Open Space area. Responsible use protects this resource for all future users.

GETTING THERE: Take Colorado Highway 93 north from Golden approximately 1 mile to Golden Gate Canyon Road. Travel west approximately 4.1 miles to Crawford Gulch Road (Highway 57). Follow the signs to White Ranch Park.

Yeti Beti Bike Bash "Rain Delay Party"

The Beti Bike Bash may have been rained out, but the apres party must go on!

SWAG, Movie and a keg of beer

The "Women of Dirt" Movie will start shortly after 7pm

Registered Racers receive 20% off regular priced items at Bent Gate Mountaineering all day on June 21st - bring your race credentials for your discount!

Apres, Apres at Woody's Pizza next door following the party.

Date: Monday, June 21, 2010
Time: 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Location: Bent Gate Mountaineering
Street: 1313 Washington Ave

More SRAM 2x10 fun

The pics just keep coming... Check out the new SRAM XO 2x10 crankset on Bikerumor.com.

Mmmmm, 10 speed goodness

Ten speed madness is definitely settling in. Check out this great pic (courtesy of BikeRumor.com)of the new SRAM 10 speed line:



Hey, that looks great but how does it ride??

Check out this review by cyclingnews.com to see what they have to say: http://www.cyclingnews.com/features/first-ride-sram-x0-family

Feel like building some trail this weekend?

EDIT: The Green Mountain Box o' Rox trail work day has been cancelled due to weather. However, the Golden Bike Park day is still on!

If you feel like helping to build/repair the trails that you ride on then check out these events this weekend. Check www.comba.org for the skinny.

YetiBeti Bike Bash

CALLING ALL WOMEN THAT RIDE DIRT!! (and if you are a guy that knows a woman that rides dirt, please spread the love).

Please save the date for the first ever women's only mountain biking event on June 12, 2010. We are encouraging all women that mountain bike to come out. RACE does not have to be a four letter word.

*Cat 3 (Beginner) 2 laps, 10 miles, 9am
*Cat 2 (Sport) 3 laps, 15 miles, 10am
*Cat 1/Pro, 4 laps, 20 miles, 11:30am

*3-woman relay. Each rider will race one 5-mile lap. The relay will start right after the Cat 2 field, @10:05am

*Shimano Kids race so bring the whole family.

The race course will feature a 5 mile lap on rolling, non-technical terrain at Bear Creek Lake Park. Mostly singletrack riding with views of Red Rocks and surrounding park.

EXPO area will feature Yeti Cycle demo bikes and other supporting sponsors. Food and drink included!

Race registration and packet pick up will be Friday, June 11, 5-7pm, at Green Mountain Sports in Lakewood. Every 1/2 hour starting at 5pm you can learn to fix a flat tire.

Tuesday, June 1 pre-ride the course with the Yeti Beti's. They will host their women's ride at Bear Creek Park and give you a preview of the race course.

We hope to see you on the starting line. Online registration will be up this spring via Active.com. You can also sign up the old fashioned way via snail mail or if you see a Yeti Beti out on the trail.

For more detailed information, please visit www.betibikebash.com.

Bling-ity, Bling, Bling

Come in and check out the super sweet new Salsa El Mariachi Ti bike. This one is built up with full SRAM XX, I9 hubs with Stan's Crest rims and Niner carbon fork.

Swing in and build up your own dream machine!

And the winner is....

The Bike Junkie Coloring Contest winner has been chosen!! A big congrats goes out to Aaron Carew for his winning entry into the coloring contest. Enjoy that bottle of Stranahans!