Archive for August, 2011

Bike Checks: New Build on a 2010 Pivot Mach 5!

August 31, 2011 at 4:17 am · Filed under Bike Builds, Bike Checks, News, Pivot Cycles

We will be featuring bikes that are build at Tionghin from now and having a bike checks on the complete set up!

Bike Checks on a 2010 Pivot Mach 5!
From a hardtail to a 5 inch of travel bike. It was a huge jump for travel but it was all worth it!

We do provide Race Shield protections on your bikes with additional cost on the labour charges too!

Read on..


The complete bike!


The upfront of the bike!


Front shock with 2011 Manitou Minute with 140mm of travel.


Shimano XT center lock disc hubs.


Cockpit with Shimano LX Dual Control shifter and lever with hydraulic disc brake. Ritchey Pro stem and handlebar.


Head tube of the Pivot frame.


Front drive train with Shimano LX crankset, Shimano XT direct mount front derailleur.


Rear drive train transmission with Shimano XT non-shadow rear derailleur, Shimano XT cassette and Shimano XT chain.


Wheels are on Shimano XT center lock disc hubs.


Inner frame of the Pivot Mach 5.


Custom tune Fox rear shock to suit the DW-Link on the frame.


Ritchey WCS integrated sealed bearing headset.


Manitou Minute 140mm ABS+ damper fork with silky smooth stanchion tube.

Components List
Frame: 2010 Pivot Mach 5 Medium
Fork: 2010 Manitou Minute 140mm with ABS+
Headset: Ritchey WCS sealed headset
Wheels: Shimano XT center lock 9mm Front and 135mm x QR Rear hubs with rims and spokes
Tires: Maxxis Holly Roller 2.4 Front and Rear
Saddle: Steel rail seat
Bar: Ritchey Pro Flat Handlebar
Grip: Ritchey soft grips
Crank: Shimano LX Triple ring crankset in 175mm
Brake: Shimano LX Disc Brakes
Rotor: Shimano XT center lock Disc, 160mm(front) and Shimano XT center lock Disc, 160mm(rear)
Stem: Ritchey Pro stem, 70mm length, 31.8mm clamp diameter stem
Seatpost: Thomson Elite seatpost
Pedal: Wellgo pedal
Cassette: Shimano XT 11t – 34t
Shifters: Shimano LX Dual Control Shifters and Levers
Rear derailleur: Shimano XT non-shadow
Front derailleur: Shimano XT Direct Mount
Chain Guide Device: Nil
Chain: Shimano XT 9 speed chain

Stay tune for more upcoming new builds and bike checks!

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Presidential Election Day…

August 26, 2011 at 7:57 pm · Filed under News

SINGAPOREANS will elect their next President today on the 27th Aug, Saturday. Therefore, our sin ming store will be closing today but hougang store will still be opening from 2.30 – 10.30pm. Vote wisely…

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Bike Checks: New Build on a 2011 Transition Bank!

August 24, 2011 at 5:38 pm · Filed under Bike Builds, Bike Checks, News, Transition Bikes

We will be featuring bikes that are build at Tionghin from now and having a bike checks on the complete set up!

Bike Checks on a 2011 Transition Bank!
Setting up for the 4X and dirt setup, the bike was a all rounder from street to dirt!

We do provide Race Shield protections on your bikes with additional cost on the labour charges too!

Read on..


The complete bike assemble!


Upfront on the complete build!


Front fork on a Manitou Drake at 130mm of travel.


Front hubs are on Hadley standard 9mmQR.


Tapered headtube for extra stiffness, on Cane Creek XX sealed bearing headset.


Shimano XT brakes and Shimano XT shifters.


Front drive train on Shimano Saint crankset single ring guiding by the E13 LG1 chain guide. Fly Ruben pedals.


Rear transmission on Shimano Saint shadow SS rear derailleur, Shimano Dura Ace cassette and KMC X9 gold chain.


Wheelset are on Hadley DH hubs, laced with Wheelsmith DB14 spokes, Atomlab pimplite rims and hooking on Maxxis Holly Roller tyres.


Transition bolt on seat clamp.


Replaceable decals sheet from Transition.


Transition Temple Lite stem and Funn handlebar.

Components List
Frame: 2011 Transition Bank Medium
Fork: 2010 Manitou Drake 130mm with 9mmQR
Headset: Cane Creek XX Sealed headset
Wheels: Hadley DH hub Front 9mmQR and 135mm x QR Rear hubs with Atomlab Pimplite rims and Wheelsmith DB14 spokes and Wheelsmith brass nipples
Tires: Maxxis Holly Roller 2.4 Front and Rear
Saddle: Black Market rail seat
Bar: Funn high riser Handlebar
Grip: ODI Ruffian lock on grips(Updated)
Crank: Shimano Saint single ring crankset in 170mm
Brake: Shimano XT Disc Brakes
Rotor: Formula Oro 6 bolt Disc, 160mm(rear)
Stem: Transition Temple lite stem, 50mm length, 31.8mm clamp diameter stem
Seatpost: Black seatpost
Pedal: Fly Ruben pedal
Cassette: Shimano Dura Ace 11t – 27t
Shifters: Shimano XT Shifters
Rear derailleur: Shimano Saint SS Shadow
Front derailleur: Nil
Chain Guide Device: E13 LG1 ISCG05
Chain: KMC X9 9spd chain

Stay tune for more upcoming new builds and bike checks!

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Nick Simcik ridding for Transition Bikes!

August 24, 2011 at 5:02 pm · Filed under News, Transition Bikes, Videos

Sponsored rider Nick Simcik came up with a filmer Shelby Smith and put out this rad video of our Northwestern riding. A nice long video well worth the watch.


In August Nick Simcik and I embarked on a road trip to the Northwest with one plan. To ride. We met some interesting people and discovered a mountain bike community we had no idea existed.

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Hayes Prime Brakes are here!!!

August 22, 2011 at 4:54 pm · Filed under Hayes, New Arrivals, New Products, News

Hayes Prime Pro 2011
It’s here. And it’s the first of its kind. PRIME hydraulic disc brakes feature industry-first technologies and offer more power, new components and a better ride. PRIME’s tool-free reach and contact adjustment, improved braking torque and feel and outstanding ergonomics are just a few of its many attributes. Plus, its ground-breaking, high-flow reservoir venting system has never been seen before. PRIME disc brakes are available in Pro and Expert configurations. If you thought Stroker was cool, you’re not gonna believe this.

  • Improved Reach Adjust: Tool-free design that is independent of the contact adjustment. This feature has improved durability and aesthetics over the existing Stroker design. Additionally, mechanical advantage is fixed regardless of lever home position. This means you get the same power and feel with the lever set close to the grip as you do with it set further away.
  • Mechanical Leverage Ratio: Increased throughout the entire lever stroke, resulting in a high power level later in the stroke. This promotes progressive braking that is more predictable (modulation).
  • Hydraulic Power Ratio: 20% increase in hydraulic ratio over the Stroker Trail. Higher clamp force on the rotor is reached with the same given input at the lever blade.
  • Dead stroke adjustment: Tool free
  • Hose material: Premium
  • Clamp screws, bridge bolts, & mount bolts: Titanium
  • Mount washer, banjo, banjo bolt, pivot bolt, and pad pin: Anodized aluminium
  • Laser etched graphics: Laser etched
  • Lever bushings: Titacon
  • Pad material: Sintered metallic
  • Hose grommets: Standard
  • Push rod: Titanium


Hayes Prime Expert 2011
It’s here. And it’s the first of its kind. PRIME hydraulic disc brakes feature industry-first technologies and offer more power, new components and a better ride. PRIME’s tool-free reach and contact adjustment, improved braking torque and feel and outstanding ergonomics are just a few of its many attributes. Plus, its ground-breaking, high-flow reservoir venting system has never been seen before. PRIME disc brakes are available in Pro and Expert configurations. If you thought Stroker was cool, you’re not gonna believe this.

  • Improved Reach Adjust: Tool-free design that is independent of the contact adjustment. This feature has improved durability and aesthetics over the existing Stroker design. Additionally, mechanical advantage is fixed regardless of lever home position. This means you get the same power and feel with the lever set close to the grip as you do with it set further away.
  • Dead stroke adjustment: Tool free
  • Hose material: Standard
  • Clamp screws, bridge bolts, & mount bolts: Steel/Aluminium
  • Mount washer, banjo, banjo bolt, pivot bolt, and pad pin: Steel
  • Laser etched graphics: Pad printed
  • Lever bushings: Titacon
  • Pad material: Semi-metallic
  • Push rod: Steel

Hayes Prime Gold Floating Rotor
Two piece stainless steel floating rotor.

  • 160mm (6”): 114g
  • 180mm (7”): 156g – not available
  • 203mm (8”): 204g – not available

Hayes Prime Black Floating Rotor
Two piece stainless steel floating rotor.

  • 160mm (6”): 114g
  • 180mm (7”): 156g – not available
  • 203mm (8”): 204g – not available

Grab them fast at Tionghin!!

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2011 Manitou Forks are in!

August 19, 2011 at 5:49 pm · Filed under Manitou, New Arrivals, New Products, News

Manitou Minute Expert
A great fork communicates everything that’s happening between your tire and the trail, without jarring loose any expensive dental work. In the past, though, you had to accept a weight penalty in order to gain rock-solid steering. The Minute is here to change all that with its ultra-stiff 32mm stanchions, MARS Air spring, and available Hex Lock thru-axle. Forget about noodly XC forks and heavy trail forks. It’s time for a Minute.

  • Absolute+ Damper: Externally adjustable low-speed damping. Internally tuneable high-speed damping. Compatible with MILO.
  • Deep Bore Hollow Crown: Light weight, no loss in strength
  • Weight: 1906g
  • Travel: 100mm, 130mm
  • Spring: ACT Air
  • Spring Rate: Medium
  • Bottom Out: Rubber bumper
  • Steerer: 1.1/8” steel
  • Crown: Forged I-Beam Crown
  • Crown Finish: Black Ano
  • Offset: 41.27
  • Compression Damping: TPC Technology Absolute+
  • Adjustments: Air, Compression to Lockout, Rebound
  • Leg Diameter: 32mm
  • Leg Material: 7050 straight wall AL
  • Wheel Size: 26”
  • Brake: Post Mount
  • Axle: 9mm
  • Crown to Axle: 479 / 508

Manitou Circus Expert Forks 2011
Do you remember first grade when the Circus came to town and you attended it as a field trip? There was always some excitement until the clowns came up into the audience and you freaked out. Well get your freak on kids, because here comes the Circus!

  • Damping: Jumpstack (Absolute+ tuned for dirt jump)
  • Adjustments: Air Preload, Compression, Lockout & Rebound
  • Spring: Firm (extra firm available in Aftermarket) w/Air preload
  • Stanchions: 32mm straight wall 7050 Aluminum
  • Steerer: Aluminum
  • Crown: Forged Aluminum
  • Wheel Size: 26″

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Transition TR250 Product Video

August 18, 2011 at 4:34 pm · Filed under News, Transition Bikes

Owners Kyle Young and Kevin Menard take the TR250 the perfect place to showcase the bike’s versatility, Whistler BC. See how the TR250 handles technical steep terrain as well as fast jumpy flow trails from the owners perspective.

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Crantoni Helmets are in!

August 16, 2011 at 4:12 pm · Filed under Cratoni Helmets, New Arrivals, New Products, News

Crantoni‏ Titan
Leightweight mountainbike helmet for heaps of fun
The TITAN is a modern styled mountainbike helmet that scores with excellent protection performance, REARLIGHT ready size adjustment system, premium materials and top quality finish.
For 2011 we have added a three-part microshell with downshell for additional safety.

  • 20 Air vents
  • Removable visor
  • Reflectors
  • Incl. spare pads
  • Rearlight compatible
  • Weight 260g
  • Sizes: M/L (54–58 cm), L/XL (58–62 cm)
  • Colors: Mechanic Black-White rubber finish, Mechanic Anthracite-Black rubber finish


Crantoni Xenon
Attractive Allrounder. The XENON is characterized by an attractive price-performance ratio, outstanding ventilation and a fist-class finish.
Our 360 ° adjustment system with optimized strap dividers and sensitive adjustment automation stands
for perfect fit and high wearing comfort.

  • 18 Air vents
  • Removable visor
  • Reflectors
  • Rearlight compatible
  • Weigh; t 260g
  • SizesUnisize (52–60 cm)
  • Colors: Pearlwhite-Red-Silver glossy, Anthracite-White-Silver glossy


Cratoni Zethos
Progressive, cross over helmet concept – developed for both road and mountain bike.
Our top-seller ZETHOS has been extensively optimized for the model year 2011. The ZETHOS is now equipped with the new EVOLUTION FIT adjustment system which convinces with optimum ergonomics and refined grid adjustment while 21 ventilation openings provide top ventilation which has been confirmed in a variety of helmet tests.

  • 21 Air vents
  • Removable visor
  • Reflectors
  • Incl. spare pads
  • Rearlight compatible
  • Weight 245g
  • Sizes: M/L (54–59 cm)
  • Colors: Silver-Red glossy, Pearlwhite-Silver glossy


Cratoni C-Tracer
The C-TRACER is THE alternative for ambitions hobby-bikers with an unbeatable prize. 21 oversized vents, detachable visor and state-of-the art design make the C-TRACER an ideal companion on your way to the peak.
High quality Coolmax® pads allow optimal wearing comfort also on the way back to the valley.
The C-TRACER is the mountainbike-version of our C-BOLT, which has been rated TESTWINNER in Europes roadbike magazine no. 1, the TOUR in current issue 06/11.

  • 21 Air vents
  • Reflectors
  • Incl. spare pads
  • Oversized air vents
  • Weight 190g
  • Sizes: M/L (56–59 cm), L/XL (59–62 cm)
  • Colors: Pearlwhite-Anthracite matt, Black-Anthracite matt, Anthracite-Silver matt



Cratoni Ramp
The strong ABS shell is the right choice for Freeriders and BMX pilots pushing the limits. The perfect inner shape and a goggle fit design are essential when rocking down the singletrail.The latest decal styles complete this entry level full face helmet.
With just 510 g the Ramp definitely belongs to the most lightweight full-face helmets worldwide.

  • 17 Air vents
  • Adjustable visor
  • Quick drying washable pads
  • Goggle fit design
  • Removable chin guard
  • ABS hardshell
  • Incl. spare pads for size adjustment
  • Weight 510g
  • Sizes: M/L (58–61 cm)
  • Colors: Black-Green-Silver glossy

Cratoni Interceptor
This full face helmet rocks! Since some years extreme bikers and downhill riders count on the safety performance of the INTERCEPTOR. The weight reduced laminated carbon glass fibre shell offers protection even at high speed impacts.

  • 10 Air vents
  • Adjustable visor
  • Quick drying washable pads
  • Goggle fit design
  • Diffusor
  • Incl. spare pads for size adjustment
  • Weight 950g
  • Sizes: L (58-60 cm)
  • Colors: Black-Yellow matt, White-Black matt


Cratoni X-Up Helmet
Security up in the first place! Safety is kept at a high level thanks to the advanced ABS hardshell to protect riders on their rampage in the bike park. Included is a second set of liners padset for optimum fit to ensure that the helmet fits perfectly and also a set of stickers to beautify this style BMX helmet.

  • Made in Germany
  • Stylish ABS hardshell-hemet for Bmx, park and co.
  • 11 air vents
  • ABS hardshell
  • Spare pads for size adjustment included
  • Stickerframe included
  • Weight: 390g
  • Unisize (54-60 cm)
  • Colour: Black-Anthracite Matt, Pearlwhite-Silver Matt, or Olive-Sand Matt



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Introducing Cratoni Helmets

August 15, 2011 at 4:13 am · Filed under Cratoni Helmets, New Products, News

History
CRATONI Helmets GmbH is one of the most innovative and biggest safety-helmet manufacturers in the World.
In 1985 the company was established as a noble forge for bicycles.

Since 1990, CRATONI concentrates on the manufacturing and distribution of bicycle
helmets and was the first company in the world to develop the revolutionary HEAD-RING-SYSTEM back in the year 1991, for one helmet size to fit all heads! lt is a little known fact that CRATONI originated the helmet retention craze which set a new standard in helmet performance.

The know-how of many internationally successful pro-athletes flows into our product
development. In close cooperation with professional athletes CRATONI creates top class safety helmets regarding design, fit and safety. This close cooperation with active sportsmen makes revolutionary innovations possible.

The CRATONI headquarter in Rudersberg-Steinenberg, a town close to Baden-Württemberg’s capital Stuttgart in south Germany, from where all the actions are coordinated.
Determined to supply the market with quality products, CRATONI reached exclusive
distribution agreements with partners in more than 70 countries worldwide.

Headquater 2010
Cratoni breaks ground for their new company headquarter in Rudersberg in April.
With its new bulding, helmet specialist CRATONI lays the groundfloor for further expansions.

The new building will be built on an overall area of 5000 m2 and is going to accommodate Research and Development, Sales and Marketing departments.

Furthermore the new building will house a state of the art test center as well as a big showroom. For logistical reasons, modern high-rack facilities will be installed.

One of the most spectacular aspects of CRATONIS new headquarter is its fashionable shape which will serve as a launch pad for the nearby bike park which will be available not only for CRATONI athletes but for everyone.

Altogether, the design of the new building seems like a statement of the brand CRATONI itself – technologically competent, light, sporty and also ecologically up to date.

Mission
CRATONI helmets is your professional partner for 100 % HEAD PROTECTION in the field of sports.

As a specialist with years of experience, we are aware of our responsibility.

Our deeply rooted enthusiasm for sport forms the basis for a philosophy which focuses on passion, adventure and having fun on the way. As a leading cycling helmet manufacturer, our mission is to assist outdoor sport enthusiasts to achieve their goals.

We look for new challenges every day in order to raise our sport to a new level together with professional athletes, experts and motivated sportspeople.

Helmets
CERON 2011 – Top-Performance for the ambitious cyclist

The CERON is the choice of many pro riders who take it seriously.

The new 2011 edition offers a newly designed inner shell for perfect fit and comfort essential for long distance rides. Approved by the tests of various bike magazines the ventilation performance of this high tech helmet is outstanding.

The CARBO WING technology guarantees the ultra strong structure resulting in reliable impact resistance.

Available in Tionghin soon!

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Bike Checks: New Overhaul Service on a Specialized StumpJumper!

August 11, 2011 at 4:39 am · Filed under Bike Checks, Bike Overhauls, News

We will be featuring bikes that are full overhaul service at Tionghin from now and having a bike checks on the complete assembly!

Bike Checks on a new Overhaul Service on a Specialized StumpJumper!
The bike was pretty worn and damage with broken spokes, disc rub and all when brought to us. So we get it down and done with a full overhaul on it. So much for all the messy gear shifting and wheels rubbing! Up and running like a whole new bike!

Read on…


The complete overhaul bike!


Upfront of the complete overhaul bike.


Fox F-series 100 RL for the front shock absorber!


Cockpit with Shimano XT Shifters and Avid Elixir R brakes. FSA K-force carbon flat bar and stem.


Front drive train with Shimano crank, Shimano XT front derailleur.


Rear drive train with Shimano XT shadow rear derailleur, Shimano XT cassette and Shimano XT chain.


Wheels are complete on Shimano hubs, Dt swiss spokes and DT swiss 42D SL rims.


Details of the overhaul.


A overhaul bike will always last longer due to maintenance.


Color restored on the frame!


Polished down with inner seal lib lubed with stanchion lube.


Resurfaced rotor for better even braking and modulation.


FSA K-Force carbon seatpost.

Components List
Frame: Specialized StumpJumper Comp
Fork: 2010 Fox F-series 100 RL in 9mmQR
Headset: Cane Creek Sealed headset
Wheels: Shimano Hub with Dt swiss spokes and DT swiss 42D SL rims
Tires: Specialized S-Works 2.1 Front and Rear
Saddle: Phenom saddle
Bar: FSA K-Force Carbon Flat Handlebar
Grip: Aerozine Lock On grips
Crank: Shimano 175mm Cranks
Brake: Avid Elixir R brake set
Rotor: Avid G3 6 bolt Disc, 160mm(front) and Avid G3 6 bolt Disc, 140mm(rear)
Stem: FSA K-Force Carbon, 90mm length, 31.8mm clamp diameter stem
Seatpost: FSA K-Force Carbon Seatpost
Pedal: Crank Brother Egg Beater SPD Pedal
Cassette: Shimano XT Cassette 9 speed
Shifters: Shimano XT 9 speed shifters
Rear derailleur: Shimano XT Shadow Long cage
Front derailleur: Shimano XT Top Pull
Chain Guide Device: None
Chain: Shimano XT 9 speed Chain

Stay tune for more upcoming new overhaul services and bike checks!

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