News And Rumors
November 13th, 2009 by Guitar TedThe latest news and rumors to pass by the desk at Twenty Nine Inches for your perusal……….
Easton Stem Recall Notice: Here is a press release issued concerning a recall on Easton EA30 stems. Of particular interest is that these stems in question were used on some Raleigh 29″er models. Here is the release:
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Easton Sports, has announced a voluntary recall on about 6,400 bikes with EA30 stems.
The bicycle stem can crack and cause the rider to lose control, posing a risk of serious injury if the rider falls. The company received a report of a stem breaking, causing a minor injury to the rider.
This recall involves all Raleigh 2007, XXIX 700c MTN, RX1.0, Diamondback 2007, Mission, and Sortie bicycles with EA30 stems. The EA30 stems are black with white-and-gray graphics and feature a four-bolt stem face cap.”EA30″ is printed on the stem. EA30 stems sold as aftermarket items are included in this recall.
They were sold at independent bicycle dealers nationwide from August 2007 through August 2009 for between $500 and $1,200. Aftermarket stems were sold from August 2007 through September 2009 for about $30. The stems were manufactured in China.
Consumers should immediately stop riding the bicycles and contact any authorized Easton Sports for a free replacement stem.
Consumer Contact: For more information, contact Easton Sports toll-free at (866) 892-6059 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s Web site at www.eastonbike.com.
New Geax Website: Above is the image sent to us by Geax depicting what you can expect to see on the updated website. Navigation has certainly been streamlined over the old site and finding information about 29 inch tires from Geax like the Saguaro, Gato, and Barro Race is easier than ever. Of particular note here is the missing UST Saguaro 29″er tire. Apparently it has been dropped from the line up. TNT still remains a mainstay; however, and is a highly recommended way to go for tubeless set ups or for those looking for a tougher sidewall in a 29″er tire.
Rumor has it that Geax’s next 29″er model will be the “AKA”. To see the 26 inch version of that tire and other Geax offerings, see the site at http://www.geax.com
Siren Bicycles Announces The John Henry Model: We’ve posted on this before and now Siren Bicycles is officially announcing availability of the steel hard tail called the “John Henry”. Here’s some specifics from Siren’s website:
Our first “standard handbuilt” frame is ready to go… anywhere you want to. In honor of the John Henry namesake, we build this 29″ hammer-swinger the old school way- here in the USA, by people who ride & love building bikes, and take pride in their craft. John Henry takes on the machine, bringing quality and performance comparable to high end custom frames at a production bike price. John Henry is available through your local bike shop, or directly from us at Siren Bicycles.
MSRP $995 USD
For more on Siren Bicycles go to their website.
Kodiak 2.5″ 29″er tires available: A reminder that the Kodiak 2.5 inch 29 inch tire is available now from Niner Bikes. They have an exclusive on this burly tire and they will be distributing it for the foreseeable future. Si if you have seen my test/review on it, and want to get a hold of these, then Niner Bikes is where to go. Just wanted to make that point clear.
That’s it for now. Stay tuned for more “News and Rumors” coming soon.
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Perhaps they will “fix” the Saguaro so it will better fit on Flows.
MD
Goddamit. !!RANT WARNING!!!
I wish tire companies (and GEAX certainly isn’t the worst offender) would put their tires in category based on rim size first, then let us self-select “urban” “xc” “whateversomebody wants to pigeonhole my riding as even though they don’t know me or where/how I ride”.
It’s a PITA. Almost everybody I know buying tires already has wheels to put them on, and therefore starting with wheelsize as a way to narrow down your choices is quick and easy. Whereas starting with tire intended use only works for road racing or DH, everything else is too much in between, especially when it comes to teh distinction between hardpack/cyclocross/urban microknobby/urban not-quite-slick 700c tires. As it is, most websites make me look at every single tire offered to check and see if there’s a 700c version I might be interested in. F’n A.
Yes, I’m being nitpicky, (yes I’ve been at the bar) but really, it’s something I’ve noticed a bunch of, especially when shopping for 700c tires, especially when looking at anything 30mm and above width.
I agree. I rather have them list them in the “stoopid” section, so I’d know where to find my stuff rather than go to the Street section to get my snow or race tires.
@jimmythefly
You were just at the bar and now you’re cruising twentynininches.com!?!?
Not a lucky night, I take it….