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A comparison of hub-driven gears: SRAM Dual-drive 27 vs. Sturmey Archer CS-RF3

Tyrell FSX Launch at My Bike Shop Too! 19th April 2013

After Mr Hirose’s last visit to My Bike Shop Too! in October 2012, many of us were left hanging amidst anticipation of the successor to the acclaimed Tyrell FX model.

So here we are, back to this topic again, but this time round we got the exclusive opportunity to view and even try out the new “Lethal Weapon” – Tyrell FSX! The exclusive launch was made possible thanks to Onesport Pte Ltd, who managed to secure the only one Tyrell FSX outside of Japan for Singapore.

The event started with Onesport giving us an introduction to their partnership with Tyrell Bikes Japan, we were also presented with the new range of Tyrell accessories such as the rear quick-release clamps, quick-release skewers in an assortment of eye-catching colours and quality finishings.

Not forgetting the Tyrell Race kits and Tyrell Tees are also available for purchase for all Tyrell fans out there! Their popular lightweight chain rings and bashguards, titanium seatposts and wheelsets (AM9, AF-1) are still among the stocked items in our stores!

The highlight of the event was the unveiling of the Tyrell FSX (of course!) and it was in the limited edition Lime Green/Yellow colour! This bike is not just an eye-candy, it comes spec’d with full SRAM Force group set, a full carbon monocoque fork and steerer (this alone cuts off 1 lb as compared to the FX fork), just to name a few. This is definitely Mr Hirose’s best answer to customers that wanted a bike that can go faster and further, but still fold as well as the FX. The Tyrell FSX weighs in at a modest 8.8kg (with double chain rings and drop bar setup).

Here is an overview of the improvements made on the FSX model:

1) Full Carbon Monocoque fork and steerer (improved vibration-dampening)

2) Front pin now sits flushed and is completely silent against the carbon monocoque fork (good-bye to rattling noises!)

3) All FSX will come with shims in the seat post (no more scratches on the seat post)

4) FSX comes fitted with the double chain captive.

5) Drop-bar with 55/44T chain rings.

6) Carbon head tube spacers

7) Internal cable-routing for a clean aerodynamic look

8) Tapered head tube with a larger 1.4” lower head tube for increased stiffness and stability.

9) Features new tube sets. Tear-drop shaped down tube (weight-saving) and triangular shaped top tube for increased ergonomics while carrying the bike.

Some innovations that we still see featured on the FSX and current models such as the CX, CSI and PK-1: Here is an overview of the improvements made on the FSX model:

1) X Slant Design- for ride quality and stiffness unlike any other bike

2) The folding joints run on bearings (uncommon on most folding bikes)- low friction, low wear rate, stronger joints and low maintenance.)

3) Double safety on each joint (pin and knob)

Our participants were also treated to test rides on the Tyrell FSX around the huge Midview City compound, Q&A sessions with representatives from Onesport Ptd Ltd, light refreshments for the evening and also a bird’s eye view of almost all of the Tyrell Accessories that we carry.

It was great to see familiar faces at this Tyrell FSX Launch, a very big Thank You for continuously supporting our events!

To all who missed this wonderful event, do not fret, our first batch of Tyrell FSX will arrive in mid May so you can still ride and experience the phenomenal Tyrell FSX in our outlets!

For any enquiries, feel free to contact My Bike Shop Too! @ Midview City (6694-1750) or My Bike Shop @ Jalan Mas Puteh (6775-7133).

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New colours for Link D8 arriving this December, and we have the Eclipse P9 and preordered Verge X30

Well some of you asked for it and we got enough demand for it so committed to ranging the black/Orange and Grey Yellow Link D8s are here. Along with this batch is the 24inch wheeled Eclipse P9 in White/Red theme.

Safety warning for all Bike Friday Tikit owners

Being responsible manufacturers, Bike Friday is taking extra precaution to provide a warning advice to all Tikit owners to cease riding the bike until they can confirm the affected batch. My Bike Shop who is the authorised Dealer in Singapore will be here to answer your questions. email or call us at checkmybikeshop@gmail.com should you want us to help you with the registration with Bike Friday.

Rest assured that Bike Friday is expediting the process to confirm the batch affected but they are just extra precaution to apply the stop use on all Tikits.

Cross post from Bike Friday’s website http://bikefriday.com/momentum/tikit_register.

All Tikit owners to cease riding their bicycles.

tikit owners registration

As the first step in ensuring that all Bike Friday tikit owners receive up to the minute information concerning the safety notice and stem issue, we need to have all tikit owners register with contact information.

Please fill out the form below. We will contact you as soon as we have more information to share. We hope to have a suggested procedure to inspect your tikit available in the coming days.

Bike Friday tikit owner Registration FORM

Because of the Safety Warning issued about the Bike Friday tikit, it is imperative that we have contact information for all tikit owners so we can notify them and verify they have all information they need about their bicycle.

We ask that you fill out this quick form with your contact information so we can add it to our database. We will need you to fill out another form later with more information about your tikit and the results of your inspection.

As always, Bike Friday will never share your contact information with a third party.

Sincerely,

Alan Scholz, Co-Founder, Bike Friday
Bike Friday tikit owners hot line phone number: 541-683-0175

Bike Friday tikit owners email [click on link]

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PICO child trikes are HERE this Friday!!

An exclusive by My Bike Shop outlets, the long awaited kids trikes are HERE. Launch price S$199 for the first 2 weeks, MSRP at S$239 , comes in 3 colours.

This Friday, you will get to touch them, get your kids to try them and have a ball! Youtube PICO Trike

We are taking the bold step of introducing these very fun trikes for kids. They are recommended for kids 2-5 years old and weigh less than 46kg. Yes ( there are many kids at heart out there).

Priced very affordable at S$239 ( Launch price is S$199 while stocks last ) and come in 3 colours.

Suitable for children 2 – 5 years. Recommended rider weight 45kg. Please do not leave the children alone riding this. Dimension is 76 cm (L)( 86cm when extended) by 51cm (W) by 46 cm(H)

Rear LEDs lights with laser bike lane

Hi everyone,

Nothing new about the concept of this light. Reliable 5 ultra bright LED rear lights BUT it comes with 2 laser diodes that create a bike lane for you as you cycle at night. They have flashing or always on mode.

Designed specifically for night time cycling, this powerful diode laser with 5 ultrabright LEDs will draw attention to drivers. Constant or flashing modes

We did the necessary tests and committed to a large batch so that we can offer the best possible price to you! Launch price of S$49 (MSRP S$59)

Rain resistant, AAA battery powered that gives you up to 30 hrs for continuous laser use.

Watch this video, they have other lights installed along with a the lasers.

Are all ruggedised phones the same? – look again

Today, with so many outdoor and adventure seekers in us, how often we wished we had a phone that we could bring along that can withstand the element, bad weather, have long battery life (12 hours of talk time) and standby (65 days long enough) , temperature changes (-20deg and +60 deg) OR in that awkward situation that you may be in the pool, sauna, jacuzzi and cannot be contacted?

Well..here is something we thought you would like – The Seals VR7. This is one TOUGH phone. IP-67 rated which means it was designed from inside out that is protected from rain, sea air and can be used in 1 meter of water for 30 minutes. When they say ruggedised, you make sure it’s Mil Std 810 or IP67. The lower the specs eg IP54, it means it has a lower spec.

MIL-810G US Military Standard – Resistant to fog, humidity, transport shock, and thermal shock. Operational in extreme temperatures ranging from -20˚C to +60˚C

Protected against damage from petroleum with widely space keys for ease of use with gloved hands

Can be dropped from 2 meters onto concrete with no ill-effects and its tested to withstand weight of >400kg. Casing impervious to dust and micro- particles.

Hard-coating protection lens, surface hardness up to 3H

Resistant to vibration and shocks and a Waterproof camera

Extra-loud speaker when you work in very noisy construction environments or boiler rooms.

The Seals VR7 measures 123.5×57.5×25.4mm, weights 166g and is IP-67 rated GSM mobile phone, which means dust, dirt, shocks and drops resistant, it is also completely waterproof to a depth of one meter for up to 30 minutes and resistant to extreme pressure of up to 400KGS. The phone has 2.0-inch (240×320) TFT display, supports GSM:900/1800/1900 Networks as well EDGE/GPRS. The rugged handheld also packs, GPS, electronic compass, high light torch, FM radio, Bluetooth 2.0, USB2.0, stereo headphone jack, and a 2MP camera, which is capable to take photos under the water. VR7 is from the UK.

Youtube demo http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uOzIQg7nIgI

We have limited units on sale. Usual is S$650, we are selling S$439 only (First 10 units) Black version. Hurry!

Moulton TSR owners will now have a bag to hold their seperable bike!

Dr Alex Moulton pioneered the small wheeled bicycle revolution nearly 50 years ago. All of today’s small wheeled cycles owe a debt of gratitude to the original Moulton ‘F’ frame design which not only introduced and proved the concept of full-size bicycles with small wheels, but also, right from launch in 1962, have utilised front and rear suspension systems for improved comfort and performance. The Moulton bicycle has been developed and refined constantly ever since and is held in high regard throughout the world. Ride one, you will know what we mean in terms of ride comfort, rigidity and heritage.

With an increasing number of AM/TSR owners in Singapore and we are giving away a bag* designed specifically to carry the bike after you dis-assemble the frame. The bag can be collapsed and fits into a nice pouch that is hung at the saddle so you do not have to deal with bags on your shoulders.

RRP at S$199, THIS bag is ANOTHER reason why a Moulton TSR is an excellent British folding bike with more than 50 years of heritage and prestige.

Pre Order for Speed D7/Speed P8 starts today!

Hello everyone,

The long awaited stock for these bikes are arriving! We are getting our vans to go to Speedmatrix warehouse to self collect to bring in EARLY for you! If we get our way, we are looking at 23 March 2012.

So needless to say , we are picking up preorders to avoid disappointment!

S$695.00 Speed D7

S$1100, Speed P8

Rack and fenders are optional. Come by soon, limited quantities.

Clash of the the Titans – Verge X20 and Verge X30h is now available for viewing – you can compare the Vector X20 and Vector X27h side by side!

As we end the year and the introduction of the top folding bikes with specs to die for the preferred brand in Singapore. We titled this entry – Clash of the the Titans..

These bikes are fast, thoroughbred and with finishing that will turn heads even if its not called a Tern. The bikes have impeccable finishing and we are very proud to be ranging some of the nicest, choicest folding bikes in the world! Thanks to all distributors and manufacturers who gave us their vote of confidence!

The Verge X20 is for people who just like to go fast, really fast. If that’s what gets you going, we’ve got your bike — in a nice portable package so you can get your speed fix no matter where you are. RRP S$4699.00 The first Verge X20 sold gets S$100 discounted off.

VERSUS

The Vector X20 is selling for S$4000 but you get a nice bundle worth S$250 so you are really paying S$3750.00.

One spin on the Verge X30h ( Yes 30 speeds) should change that. This is a bike designed for flat out speed with 30 speeds and a top gear of 121”. Or, you might just want the bike for the way it looks, which we’d also understand. RRP S$3199.00. The first Verge X30H unit that gets discount S$100 off.