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Craig Zolan
Aug 23, 2017 at 03:17 AM
Ok - here is the google sheet to sign up for Stages orders.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1D3Jc2hKQEo7qwOea3rvISRlPYEtQ1XIfEpql6lQo72Q/edit?usp=sharing

It'll be open through this coming weekend and perhaps labor day but if everyone that voted in the poll as of now has ordered we'll close it Thurs, Aug 31 so that the order can go in before the long weekend.
Brendan Rigby
Aug 24, 2017 at 01:16 AM
I was about to order some CX tires from Redbeard and we were wondering if anyone else wants to order tires right now for CX season.  It is better for them to order more than just my lonely two tires at a time.  I selected 2x33mm Vittoria Terreno Mix TNT tires.  If interested reach out to Redbeard, they're hoping to have a couple other people order at the same time.  

I don't know if there are plans to do another equipment order a la that last group order, but perhaps now would be a good time for that too, for CX season, if it is to be done?  I bet Redbeard is going to get hammered with orders for CX tires in the next 60 days.
PatrickGrehan
Aug 24, 2017 at 02:06 AM
We will post an announcement about a group buy very soon. The format will be a little different from this spring, but will give club members a chance to get great deals on CX and winter tires. Take a moment to think about what tires you will want for the coming season and look on the forum (and your inbox) for a formal announcement 
eloy
Aug 28, 2017 at 11:06 AM
Giant releases the new Propels
https://instagram.com/p/BYVFVULAkSS/embed/


Here's a comprehensive review, wind tunnel stats, ton of photos:
https://cyclingtips.com/2017/08/giant-propel-disc-advanced-sl-2018-first-ride-review-details-price/
twoyacks
Aug 28, 2017 at 02:11 PM
those look fast

PatrickGrehan
Aug 28, 2017 at 08:14 PM

The Kissena-RedBeard Fall Bulk tire order is coming!

Need tires for the Fall/Winter? RebBread and Kissena are organizing another bulk order. Get team pricing on any tires from Vittoria, Specialized, Challenge, Continental or Clement. Tubes also. 

You can choose any tires you want from the above manufacturers. This is a good opportunity to get CX tires, but you can order any tires you may need (road, gravel, mountain, etc.). 

Start making your list and place your order by September 10th. An order form will be posted soon. I'll send out an email when it gets posted.

How much will tires cost? You will get team pricing which is always a good discount compared to other shops. If RB get lots of orders for any specific tire they will work with the distributors to offer even better pricing. Ordering in bulk makes it easier for RedBeard to meet our needs and pass on savings. 

As always, remember to support the shop that supports our club. 

PatrickGrehan
Aug 28, 2017 at 08:17 PM
P.S. for those members who live outside NYC, RedBeard can mail your order (tires or otherwise) to you for a reasonable fee. 
Craig Zolan
Aug 28, 2017 at 08:25 PM
A reminder that the ordering window for Stages is open now for the CX season. Only 2 of the 7 that expressed interest in the poll have placed their order on the google sheet. Please be sure to fill in your name with the product info here:

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1D3Jc2hKQEo7qwOea3rvISRlPYEtQ1XIfEpql6lQo72Q/edit?usp=sharing

It will be open through after Labor Day weekend. I know a few people may have some outstanding questions about compatibility with Ilya who is currently travelling.
eloy
Aug 29, 2017 at 10:29 AM
The new Giant Propel. On video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ucLQvza7WE
PatrickGrehan
Aug 30, 2017 at 02:37 AM

The Kissena-RedBeard Fall Bulk tire order is here!

Just in time for Cross Season!

Need tires for the Fall/Winter? RedBeard and Kissena are organizing another bulk order. Get team pricing on any tires from Vittoria, Specialized, Challenge, Continental or Clement. Tubes also. 

You can choose any tires you want from the above manufacturers. This is a good opportunity to get CX tires, but you can order any tires you may need (road, gravel, mountain, etc.). Not sure what to get? Start a discussion the forum.

Place your order using this form by September 10th.

How much will tires cost? You will get team pricing which is always a good discount. If RedBeard get lots of orders for any specific tire they will work with the distributors to offer even better pricing. Ordering in bulk makes it easier for RedBeard to meet our needs and pass on savings. 

As always, remember to support the shop that supports our club. 
ian ellis
Aug 31, 2017 at 10:21 PM
I know there are good discounts on POC octal helmets at Redbeard. And I know they come in team orange. And that they have MIPS and all kind of safety features. And that many in the club have them and love them. That is all great .... but I don't like them, and so the question is - do we get discounts on all helmets at Redbeard ?

Nearly all helmets make my head look huge. Bigger than huge actually. So I need something low profile (Lazer, Kask protone, etc).

eloy
Aug 31, 2017 at 11:24 PM
Get a POC. 
BenFinoRadin
Aug 31, 2017 at 11:36 PM
What Eloy said.

But to answer your question: we get team pricing on everything at Redbeard, but we get an extra special deal through POC. correct me if I am wrong @Craig Zolan
Jules
Aug 31, 2017 at 11:41 PM
BenFinoRadin said:
What Eloy said.

But to answer your question: we get team pricing on everything at Redbeard, but we get an extra special deal through POC. correct me if I am wrong @Craig Zolan
Dude, it can't look huger than Jeff's. Embrace your giant noggin.
PatrickGrehan
Aug 31, 2017 at 11:50 PM
@ian

lets face it, all helmets make us look like this guy. 



The good news is you don't have to look at yourself while you are riding. Only your friends know how dorky you look. The POC helmets are really comfortable. 

If you cringe whenever you do a cycling selfie then you can get a non-POC helmet using the team discount at RedBeard. BTW i still get Rudy discount emails (our prior helmet sponsor) if you want tot go retro-Kissena. LMK if interested 
Mark Taylor
Sep 01, 2017 at 12:34 PM
@ian ellis i don't care what helmet you wear , it would just be nice to see you on the road 
David Yang
Sep 01, 2017 at 01:57 PM
As a person who is afflicted with "wide dome syndrome" and needs to wear a large helmet, I also dislike POC since it tends to *look* bigger than other comparable helmets.  However I put it side by side with my old Rudy Sterling helmet and realized the dimensions are nearly identical.

With that said, I'm not totally sold on the POC style and would be interested to read what other helmets Ian finds.
JohnMalcolmson
Sep 01, 2017 at 02:26 PM
Join us Ian.


 
jim_nelson
Sep 01, 2017 at 03:05 PM
Mine helps me get in touch with The Schwartz



PatrickGrehan
Sep 06, 2017 at 02:49 PM
BUMP

Need tires for this season?

Don't miss out on the fall Bulk Tire order though Redbeard.

Click on this link to put in your order.
Craig Zolan
Sep 06, 2017 at 03:58 PM
The Stages order will close late tonight. Be sure to enter your order today on the spreadsheet here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1D3Jc2hKQEo7qwOea3rvISRlPYEtQ1XIfEpql6lQo72Q/edit?usp=sharing
PatrickGrehan
Sep 09, 2017 at 05:18 PM
Last Call!

The Kissena-RedBeard bulk tire order closes tomorrow (Sunday) at midnight. Take care of your fall and winter tire needs now. Not only will you get the team discount, but you will feel good supporting our shop sponsor and making their life easier (by not having to put in 30 separate tire orders this fall). 

Order here

Top Ten reasons NOT to take advantage of the Kissena-RedBeard Bulk tire order

  1. You’re a tire hoarder and have enough for the next decade
  2. Your name is Chris Yacks and you never get flats… or have mechanicals
  3. Riding old bald tires adds to your hard-man image
  4. What, Kissena is having a bulk-tire order? 
  5. You prefer to pay full price for tires when you flat the day before a race in a panic
  6. You believe that buying tires from the UK supports starving families affected by Brexit 
  7. You’re afraid of changing your commuter bike’s tires as it might get your hands dirty
  8. You enjoy patching flat tires by the roadside during winter training rides
  9. Your teammates like waiting for you while you patch your worn tires on winter training rides
  10. You want to see Ilya’s face scrunch up in pain when you order tires next month
Remember that you can buy ANY tires (Commuter, Race, CX, etc.) and can even have them shipped to you.

Order here
Scott Kuhlke
Sep 09, 2017 at 05:50 PM
^ One more: you enjoy paying the Strictly Cycles markup when in a pinch
Jules
Sep 10, 2017 at 12:45 AM
Scott Kuhlke said:
^ One more: you enjoy paying the Strictly Cycles markup when in a pinch
-flat... see what I did there?
David Yang
Sep 10, 2017 at 08:52 PM
GROAN.
Kasia Nikhamina
Sep 25, 2017 at 12:31 PM
Hi all,

Happy Monday! Here at Redbeard, we're closing out some gear to make room for new toys.

First dibs to Kissena. Everything is new unless otherwise stated.

POC:

Glasses:

Want Polarized Uranium Black Gray - $150 (originally $220)
Was Polarized Uranium Black Gray - $150 (originally $260)
Was Uranium Black - $100 (originally $180)

Accessories:

AVIP Rain Booties - last pair, size L - $40
AVIP Neoprene Booties - last pair, S - $30

Miscellaneous summer gloves @ 50% off

Redbeard bibshorts - Verge edition: $100 (down from $150)
We're closing these out at our cost since we've switched to a different manufacturer for our ship kit. Limited sizes available. Good training bibshort?

Osprey Radial 34 Backpack: Lava Red, MD/LG - $120 (originally $180)

Gear Up Up & Away Hoist Storage System (Max Load 50lbs) - $5 (originally $25, without packaging)

There may be more...stay tuned!

Thanks!
Kasia
GregoryDonovan
Sep 25, 2017 at 01:05 PM
[edited bc my attention to detail ain't so hot.]

Hello Kasia!

I'm not able to (quickly) determine what the "Was" POCs look like. Google challenged, I guess. Can you help me with a link or a picture or something?
Mark Taylor
Sep 25, 2017 at 01:14 PM
GregoryDonovan
Sep 25, 2017 at 01:21 PM
Thanks Mark.
Redbeard
Sep 29, 2017 at 10:19 PM
Just in! Refurbished SRM Crank Dura-Ace 7800 175mm  10/11-speed spider and rings - $600 (brand new would retail $1800). The Spider/Power module unit is brand new. 53/39 rings mounted. 

Please email redbeard@redbeardbikes.com if you want it because we don't always see forum updates!