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Its hot, darn hot - and that means its great for getting out cycling and generating some breeze on your face while you make the most of the sunshine. This issue we point you in the right direction to get you started or to make the most of your summer rides...

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The "coolest" helmet in the world Specialized S-Works

The lightest certified helmet in the world (Size M=225g), worn by Pro teams like Gerolsteiner, Lampre, Milram and Silence-Lotto.

It's all about race weight, maximum ventilation and complete comfort.

Distinctive new riding kit

Just released nationwide is this stand out kit for all summer riding conditions - shorts, shirts, vests arm warmers and knee warmers for men and women. Be part of the team!

Kenda C2C

Fast rolling, hard cornering road tyre.

Get down to your nearest Avantiplus store and you'll be able to get all geared up for a great summer's riding.
Cool new products

Specialized adjustable seat post

Selle Italia Troy Lee
designed saddles

Peak Fuel Tubes

Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge Guide

Summer training tips

This time of the year poses different problems for our bodies. Our finely tuned thermometers and metabolisms get disrupted, and can make summer riding a bit daunting at times. “But don’t be put off” says Amy Taylor from AvantiPlus training and coaching partner Kinetic Edge “there are some simple things to do to make training this summer easier on your body”.

Happy camper or sad cramper?

So we know hydrating in summer is extra important to ensure your body remains a happy camper. Here Mountain climber, athlete, motivational speaker and founder of Peak Fuel nutrition, Mark Inglis, outlines how hydration can also prevent you being a sad cramper read more.

How's that New Year's Resolution
coming along?

So did you decide to train for an event this summer or maybe just ride to work (see next article)? Good. Now its time to make it a reality and get the gear you need to get started. Most importantly you might like to think about a bike if you don’t have one, or perhaps an upgrade.
Here’s a few to get you thinking....

Avanti Blade 2.0

Closer gear range offered by 24 speed means you can tackle hills - up or down - smoothly and easily.
View the Avanti Blade 2.0

Specialized Globe

Nothing short of the easiest, most reliable, economical and functional bikes on the block.
View the Specialized Globe

Avanti Monza

Monza offers performance and durable road riding at an affordable level.
View the Avanti Monza

Avanti Barracuda

Get out and tackle the off road with the Barracuda, supported by a lightweight yet strong butted frame it is the bike to start to get serious in the forest.
View the Avanti Barracuda

But if you’ve already got a great bike we’ll bet you want to ride faster don’t you? You can with a coaching course from Kinetic Edge.
Go to www.kecycling.com to learn more.

New Year Offer from Kinetic Edge

Exclusive offer to all first time Kinetic Edge customers

Sign up for 1 of our Kinetic Edge coaching packages and receive:

free one-on-one skills session valued at $80

Forward offer on to your friends and training buddies.
Offer available till Jan 31 2009.

One less car

Make the most of this awesome weather by joining the movement to ride to work. It's not all about socks, sandals and beards anymore it's just a great way to start the day, ride your favourite bike and do your bit to save the planet at the same time. Here's 5 helpful tips to get you started..

Recipe to Boost Energy

World Ironman Champion in his age group and a legendary triathlete in NZ Greg Fraine shares his favourite dessert recipe for the night before a big training ride “Not what you might expect” says Greg, “but it works for me.

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Combine your passions

It’s important to take time out and what better way than to combine your passions of travel, cycling and more like...

Gourmet cycling in South Australia

What better way to indulge your senses than combining fine food and wine with enjoyable cycling.

Click here to see the full range of tours

Cool cycling
youtube videos

Sam Hill downhill world championship 2008 insane ride

Car driver gets one back

Think you have balance? Check out Ryan Leech

What happens when a BMXer has a house and too much time

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