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3T

Italian Engineered Cycle Components
Racing, Design & 50 Years of Heritage

3T was originally called Tecnologia del Tubo Torinese (Turin Tube Technology), taking its name from the city of Turin, where it was founded in 1961 by Mario Dedioniggi.

Dedioniggi was a talented engineer. Clever at manipulating and bending steel tubes, he was taken on as a young man by the Ambrosio concern (which continues to this day). There, he learned to fashion the bars and stems desired by racing cyclists. The resurgence of cycle sport in the 1950s drove demand for top-quality racing equipment, and the ambitious Dedioniggi spotted his opportunity.

A half-century later, the tradition lives on. 3T goes from strength to strength, with victories in road, track and triathlon races, awards for design, and an enduring name for excellence.

AGU

Dutch Waterproof Clothing and Luggage

AGU is a legendary company and have been producing some of the best cycle clothing, water-proofs and luggage for the bicycle mad Dutch nation since 1969.

AGU invests a lot of time and energy on proprietory, in-house research and development and they choose only the best materials like Poray breathable-waterproof shells, 3M reflective inserts and tough Cordura fabric. AGU also work with the Rabobank Pro Team and supply their full team kit. This collaboration allows AGU to test products to the extreme, one example is their fast fastening Seccro Pro Jacket. This dedication to pushing product forward means new lines are added each year which utilise the latest technologies and allow cyclists to stay dry in the rain, carry more luggage and ride longer.

All products are thoroughly tested and adapted before they are introduced to the customer. These quality checks continue after the introduction as well. Rain wear is continually tested by the reputable Dutch institution for control TNO and many products are TÜV-approved.

Argon 18

Gervais Rioux, 150 career wins in North America and Europe

In buying a Montreal bike shop at the close of his racing career, Gervais chose to put his vision of cycling to work in serving his customers. Thanks to this vision, the shop became an eastern Canadian authority in matters of road cycling and bike fit. More than 2000 bike fitting sessions took place in the store between 1990 and 1999. Alongside these developments, the house brand bike, the Argon 18, began attracting increasing attention everywhere in Canada, for its impeccable handling, quality fabrication and refined, detailed finish. Since then Argon 18 has acheived great success. In 2006 an Argon 18 E-80 won triple world champion honors thanks to the considerable athletic talents of Canadian Samantha McGlone (Ironman 70.3) as well as Torbjorn Sindballe and Bella Comerford (LD Triathlon World Championships). Argon 18 continue to race and win with the worlds top athletes to push developments and always be at the cutting edge of bicycle design.

Campagnolo

Italian Groupsets and Drive-Train Components

Campagnolo stands for the very pinnacle of cycling at competition level. When victory depends on details, distinctions are hardly perceptible. For over 75 years Campagnolo has created the details with which new champions make the difference.

Continental

German Road, MTB, Touring and Commuter Tyres

More than 100 years experience in the development and production of bicycle tyres has made Continental a unique company within the industry. Continental is the only German bicycle tyre manufacturer to produce its tyres in Germany. Knowing this serves as a mighty incentive to our engineers and everyone else involved in the manufacturing process to constantly strive for further innovations. In our technology and development center in Korbach, we are constantly developing new revolutionary technologies such as the unbeatable Black Chili Compound and the ultimate Vectran™ Breaker anti-puncture technology, both used at the top end of race sport. These technologies demand sophisticated processes to ensure our legendary end-product quality, and these innovations as well as the new “ProTection” and ”RaceSport” technology for MTB tyres, can only be manufactured in our factory in Germany – “Handmade in Germany”. In order to offer the best tyre for any application, we rely equally on dialogue with our professional racers, hobby cyclists and everyday bike riders.

This results not only in high-end products for top sports applications such as the new Podium TT or the revolutionary downhill tyre “Der Kaiser”, but also tyres for everyday use like the new innovative combination EcoContact/EcoContact Plus as a companion to the latest e-bike trend. As a global player, Continental also maintains high-tech production facilities outside of Germany, where Continental tyres are produced for you with an equal degree of care and dedication. One thing all Continental bicycle tyres have in common is that they are developed in the technology center in Korbach, Germany, where they also undergo strict inspection. Our heart and soul is behind the phrase “Handmade in Germany”, with all of its products and technologies.

Have fun experiencing the new Continental products!

Cordo

Dutch Waterproof Clothing and Luggage

Innovative and chic Dutch cycling luggage and accessories. Cordo are sister brand to AGU and AGU's half a century of experience in developing cycling equipment has gone into creating the Cordo line. With a focus on design, value and practicality, Cordo offer some excellent products for the everyday cyclist.

Cyclus Tools

DeFeet

DeRosa

Italian Hand-Crafted Artisan Frames and Bicycles
About De Rosa
De Rosa has been producing some of the finest examples of hand built frames from it's workshop in Milan since 1953. The Small company is proud of its ability to construct racing frames in all four frame materials: steel, titanium, aluminium and carbon and has over the years supplied numerous pros including the famous Eddy Merckx. Every De Rosa really is something very special and many cyclists spend their entire riding careers longing to own one.

Deuter

German Packs Made With Over 110 Years Experience

FROM LITTLE THINGS BIG THINGS GROW! This insight is as old as our planet itself. In the end, even the biggest mammut tree emerges from a tiny seed. As simple and as natural as this truth may sound, we have to remind ourselves of it again and again in our daily routine: it will motivate us to start a project and it makes us less impatient when the big target still seems so far away. To quote Laotse: “A journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single step.” And at Deuter we know a lot about travelling… We have been developing backpacks and bags for 113 years and have equipped numerous mountaineers, climbers and mountainbikers. We live outdoors and we are aware of our responsibility to protect this beautiful environment for generations to come. Of course, this is a pretty overwhelming task. But again we found a motivating quote. US-American environmentalist and author Lester R.Brown put it this way: “Saving civilization is not a spectator sport.” We need to take action! At Deuter, we have been living sustainability with our durable products and our repair service. By becoming a certified partner of BlueSign, we commit ourselves and our production partners in Vietnam to gradually optimize resource efficiency and sustainability during production. As EOG Association for Conservation member we have also supported environmental projects since the beginnig. This is the way we want to continue. And we don’t mind taking small steps, especially when we take those steps with kids. We actually ‘work’ with the boys and girls of the forest kindergarten in Pitzling/Germany. The small outdoor lovers learn how to protect nature, how to keep the woods clean and have fun at the same time. We encourage our staff worldwide to be aware of environmental issues and to get involved in ecological projects. And there is one thing we all strongly believe in: small actions can bring big changes. We know that this is true. After all, our products most of the time grow from a small idea. Not in the office, but mainly outdoors, in action or while travelling. And then, one day, the finalised backpack is out there in nature with us. We are very much looking forward to taking many small steps with you and preserve this beautiful planet for future
generations!

Thanks,
Your Deuter Team

Eddy Merckx

Designed by the Legend Himself in the Heartland of Belgian
The Eddy Merckx Company was established 30 years ago with a mission to produce the finest cycles in the world, and that goal hasn’t changed a bit. We have a new range of cycles including both carbon fiber and aluminum frames - and it’s our stated aim to get more people to enjoy the thrill of riding an original Eddy Merckx cycle.

Our staff, technicians and dealers are central to this aim, but there has recently been a real change in focus and approach. Step-by-step, we are moving from being a local workshop into becoming a modern worldwide player with production lines and systemization. Of course, Eddy is still at the heart of the company, and his eye for detail and quality strives each of us to yet higher standards.He is an integral part of the design process, and always tests each new model himself.

The whole company has a new sense of purpose, and it’s easy to see why. Our new products are impressive, and our plans for expansion are ambitious. We have more resources at our disposal and the excitement at the company is palpable.

Eddy Merckx was, in our opinion, the greatest cyclist of the 20th century. We feel it is our duty to keep the flame of that legacy alive by producing legendary cycles fit for today’s demanding cyclist.

Fulcrum

Technically Advanced Italian Wheelsets and Cranks
There is a huge Italian tradition of cycle engineering excellence and Fulcrum was born from the very heart of it. Competition testing with world level athletes and the expertise Fuclrum’s engineers possess means Fulcrum have become known for developing unsurpassed products with excellent performance, durability and market leading innovation.

KoolStop

Northwave

Italian Shoe, Clothing and Optics Specialists
Northwave are not only renowned for world class cycling shoes but also produce technically advanced and stylish apparel to rival the very best. Northwave cycle clothing is distinctively designed with passion and Italian flair using the very finest performance fabrics. With styles and cuts to suit all disciplines, be cool and stylish in your Northwave and stand out from the crowd.

Speedplay

American Made High-Performance Pedals
We think and act with one goal in mind – make the world’s best pedal systems. By embracing a non- traditional approach to product development, we keep an eye on the future by giving every idea a chance. In fact, some of the biggest breakthroughs in pedal design have come from our drawing boards. The end result – an exceptional line of pedals reflective of the shared passion cyclists have for the sport.

We obsess over every detail, every individual part, and every bit of rider feedback. And through our partnership with the sport’s top professional teams, that feedback comes from the most demanding riders in the world, after thousands of miles, under the harshest conditions.

While you may never win the Tour de France, the Giro d’Italia, the Olympics, the World Road and Time Trial Championships, Paris-Roubaix, or the Hawaii Ironman World Championship, riders using Speedplay pedals have. And though we can’t hide the satisfaction of winning the world’s biggest races, our ultimate challenge is to satisfy the daily demands of riders just like you.

Thomson

Manufactured in America; The Benchmark For Stems, Clamps and Seatposts
The best there is, and few would argue. There is no better stem or post for your bike than a Thomson. When Thomson claim their stems and seatposts are the strongest available, it's no idle boast. Thomson test like no other manufacturer. They know their products are 40% stronger than their competitors. You can be sure of a Thomson.

Token

Lightweight Carbon, Titanium, Ceramic, and Alloy Components
Token Products have entered into the new design dynamic that only carbon fiber can bring to the cycling industry.

Token are proud to announce that they have been appointed the official wheel sponsor to some of the world's best triathletes. Token are the official wheel sponsor for the number 1 Triathlon team in the world - Team TBB are considered the world's number one triathlon team and these athletes did more than 220 races worldwide in 2010. In 2009 these top athletes had many wins and podium placings and numerous top 5 finishes against the best athletes in the world.

Wellgo

Zipvit Sport

No Compromise Nutrition and Supplements Chosen by Professionals

Zipvit built its business supplying high quality vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and glucosamine. In 2007 Sean Kelly's successful AN Post Cycling Team approached Zipvit to supply these supplements. During the partnership Sean Kelly requested Zipvit develop a sports nutrition range for his riders, and Project ZV was born.

Warren Bailey, owner and founder of Zipvit had a clear vision, 'Produce the best possible nutritional products for professional and recreational riders'. To achieve this Zipvit collaborated with the Cervelo Pro Cycling Team, using feedback from training camps, the classics and Tour De France. By working directly with the riders and Cervelo nutritionist Dr Rob Child Zipvit was able to refine and improve the product range. This now includes award winning energy and recovery drinks, energy and protein bars, several gels and energy chews. All the products set new benchmarks for nutrition, effectiveness and taste, easily meeting the demands of recreational, amateur and professional riders. The highly acclaimed recovery drinks include research proven lactic acid buffers and immune boosting colostrum and deliberately avoid soy, gelatine or other low value proteins.

The advantages provided by Zipvit's innovative products were quickly recognized by professional riders. As a result, Zipvit were chosen as exclusive nutrition supplier to the RadioShack team, ahead of more established brands. In just two seasons Zipvit's attention to detail has translated to incredible race results. The ZV Sport range has fueled Cervelo to number 1 team in the world, RadioShack to the top team at the Tour De France and World Championship wins for Kristen Armstrong, Thor Hushovd and Emma Pooley.

The latest Zipvit Sport product to be released is the ZV7c Gel which packs twice the carbohydrate punch of its competitors, with double the caffeine kick of a Red Bull. These features mean riders need to carry fewer gels, translating to less weight, bulk and better value for money than competing products.