Hampton Cycles soon to offer you a Quarq Powermeter on your Specialized cranks

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Finally you can put a Quarq on your Specialized cranks without voiding the warranty or travelling/sending them to the USA.

Choices of either 130 or 110 BCD. With Sram or Specialized Chainrings. Other Chainrings available upon request also.

Price is yet to be confirmed, but will be competitive for crank based power data.

Watch this space!

2012 Specialized Carve 29er's in store now Comp $1499, Expert $1799, Pro $1999 Awesome value for 29ers

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Carve Comp 29 $1499

The base model Carve Comp 29 was designed to cruise fast-rolling singletrack. With an 80mm-travel RockShox XC32 fork, plus Shimano drivetrain and hydraulic disc brakes, the Carve Comp 29 is a capable and affordable cross-country machine.

Fully butted, smooth-welded M4SL alloy frame is superlight, stiff, and efficient, with 29er XC geometry, integrated, tapered head tube for front-end stiffness, plus bridge-less seatstays for compliance over bumps
80mm-travel RockShox XC32 29" fork with lockout, size-specific spring rates, and external rebound/preload adjust for quick, fine-tuning plus tapered alloy steerer for precision handling and light weight
Light and stiff, double-walled alloy rims for added stiffness; front hub has cartridge bearings and oversized dropout interface for front-end rigidity
Light and efficient 29" Specialized The Captain Control tyres are 2Bliss Ready with aramid bead for fast and predictable speed and control on the trail
Shimano Alivio crankset with forged alloy arms, Octalink-splined BB interface, and alloy outer ring means greater durability, lighter weight, and better shifting performance
Shimano hydraulic disc brakes use 180mm front rotor for increased leverage on 29" wheels, while 160mm rear rotor keeps weight low
Shimano SLX Shadow 9-speed rear derailleur for lightweight, precise shifting, and improved clearance

 

Carveexpert

Carve Expert 29 $1799

Equipped with an 80mm-travel RockShox Silver TK fork, the aluminium Carve Expert 29 is ready for action and features Shimano hydraulic disc brakes and versatile Specialized The Captain 2.0-inch tyres.

Fully butted, smooth-welded M4SL alloy frame is superlight, stiff, and efficient, with 29er XC geometry, integrated, tapered head tube for front-end stiffness, plus bridge-less seatstays for compliance over bumps
80mm-travel RockShox Recon Silver 29" air-sprung fork with alloy, tapered steerer, external rebound adjust, and lockout delivers light weight plus more versatility and tunability over varying terrain
Light and stiff, double-walled alloy rims for added stiffness; front hub has cartridge bearings and oversized dropout interface for front-end rigidity
Light and efficient 29" Specialized The Captain Control tyres are 2Bliss Ready with aramid bead for fast and predictable speed and control on the trail
Shimano forged alloy, 10-speed triple crankset with Hollowtech arms and Octalink-splined BB interface is stiff and light for precision shifting performance
Shimano hydraulic disc brakes use 180mm front rotor for increased leverage on 29" wheels, while 160mm rear rotor keeps weight low

Shimano Deore XT Shadow 10-speed rear derailleur for lightweight, pro-level shifting, and improved clearance

 

Carvepro

Carve Pro 29 $1999

The all-new Carve Pro 29 is a competition-inspired aluminium hardtail 29er with an 80mm-travel RockShox Recon Gold 29 SL fork, Shimano Deore hydraulic disc brakes, and Shimano SLX shift levers.

Fully butted, smooth-welded M4SL alloy frame is superlight, stiff, and efficient, with 29er XC geometry, integrated, tapered head tube for front-end stiffness, plus bridge-less seatstays for compliance over bumps
80mm-travel RockShox Recon Gold 29" air-sprung fork features aluminium stanchions and steerer for even lighter weight, plus remote lockout for additional efficiency when climbing
Light and stiff, double-walled alloy rims for added stiffness; front and rear hubs have cartridge bearings and oversized dropout interface for front-end rigidity
Light and efficient 29" Specialized The Captain Control tyres are 2Bliss Ready with aramid bead for fast and predictable speed and control on the trail
Two-piece 10-speed Shimano crankset with outboard-bearing BB features oversized spindle for increased power transfer and lighter weight
Shimano Deore hydraulic disc brakes feature Servo Wave technology for more pad clearance with light weight XT 6-bolt rotors (180mm front, 160mm rear)
Shimano Deore XT Shadow 10-speed rear derailleur for lightweight, pro-level shifting, and improved clearance

 

Hampton Cycles Shop Grand Re-Opening/TDF Night Pics and words

After what seemed like it would take forever but in reality only took 4 weeks, the renovations in the shop are complete, a few small variations and things still to happen, but we are set to go!

A great night was had by all with the unveiling of the new store design, comments ranging from - Wow, to I can't believe this is the same place, it looks so much bigger. There wasn't a bad word to be said. Who could blame them the Retail services team at Specialized Australia did an absolutely fantastic job of concept & design. The store layout is fantastic maximising our limited space and diverse clientele mix of family & kids bikes all the way through to S-Works central. Almost every product category gets a share of space.

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A designated BG Fit area with motorised drop down blinds to screen some privacy away for customers that request.

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S-Works Frame selection wall, every size & or colour gets a hands on area, so it makes it easier for you to examine that custom build you have been dreaming of

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The fun kids bike wall, a way to check out the colours and sizes without having to drag out a few bikes to see what will be suitable for that special child in your life.

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A Body Geometry Saddle wall, where we can help choose a saddle based on your Sit bone measurements.

Different Widths for Different Riders:

No two pairs of sit bones are the same. Skinnier saddles don't necessarily work best for smaller riders, wider Saddles for larger riders, and so on. Even the difference in sit bone width when riding in an upright or aero position is significant. There's simply no accurate way to pick the best sized saddle for someone's body-meaning the one that will keep you riding longer in more comfort-besides accurately measuring the distance between a rider's sit bones (ischial tuberosities) and its relation to their positioning.

Specialized's Body Geometry Saddle Fit System measure actual sit bone width, then you the rider with the help from the Hampton Cycles team can determine which width saddle and style  to choose (all the model's we stock have multiple sizes available). No more blind choices. No more dealing with uncomfortable, poor fitting saddles. Different riders have different width sit bones. Body Geometry multi-width saddles optimize performance, fit and comfort.

We also have a Test Saddle program whereby you can test the Specialized saddles for a few days with no obligations to ensure that the saddle you buy is something that you will like.

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Our Showcase S-Works wall, with the latest and greatest the big "S" produces.

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To make it easier for the customer to learn a little more about items ranging from Specialized Shoes, Helmets , Saddles, Bg Fit we have iPads instore to help provide some information if a staff member is busy, or just an experience other bike store in Melbourne dont have.

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The Shoe, Helmet and Hampton Cycles shop kit range

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Highly limited edition S-Works Tarmac SL3 Project Yellow custom build hanging in the shop window.

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The 2012 S-Works Venge, who doesn't want one of these?

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HTC-Highroads' Mark Cavendish winning stage 5 into Cap Fréhel poster up behind the counter

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Road Bike Display

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Mens Shoes & Helmets

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iPad Prevail demo

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Mtb Graphic and Epic

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Shopfront

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Shopfront

 

Damien, Tim & myself (Leigh) would like to thank all our customers for being understanding during the renovation process. It was hard for you too having to deal with some longer than normal waiting and reduced mechanic capacity.

 

The night was a blast from our side of things, fun seemed to be had by all. The goodie bags, the mystery door prizes and to top it off an epic stage of the Tour De France made for a fun evening. Finding empty bottles around the shop on Saturday wasn't as much fun though. Nice hiding guys!

 

Thanks to all the Staff at Specialized Australia for helping the entire process- Hannah, Dave V, Courtney, Matt & Laura, Gabe, Con, Aaron, Leesa, Dave C, Brian, Patty, Adam, Jamie . The speeches and goodie bags were amazing!!!

Thanks to Echelon Sports & Leigh DeLuca for contributing to the night with some great giveaways and info on Zipp Wheels.

Thanks to Monza Imports - Hayden & Dan for your contributions and Sram prize giveaways.

Thanks to Brett & John @Capo for the Capo gear.

Thanks to Phil @ Oakley for the Sunglasses.

Thanks to all our VIP customers that could make it along to the evening, letting us know how much you love the new shop was great to hear from our end. Without you all there would be no Hampton Cycles.

Feel free to drop in & check out the place, don't forget to say hi.

Leigh

 

 

Dirty Deeds Cyclocross is going off, Wish I was there on one of these!!!

2012 Specialized CruX Coming Soon to Hampton Cycles

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I really hope this clourway gets released in Australia! So Loud, yet sooooo Want!!!!

CruX E5 OSBB Frameset

The CruX is a cross beast, with race-optimized geometry, OSBB, tapered head tube, internal cable routing, and an outstanding stiffness-to-weight ratio. Build it up with the spec of your choice.

  • Cross racing-specific E5 alloy frame with tapered head tube, integrated headset, and OSBB is ultra-tough; shaped top tube provides easy shouldering
  • FACT carbon fork with tapered steerer provides best balance of strength, stiffness, and compliance for rough terrain
  • 1-1/8" to 1-1/2" tapered headset with Co-Mo bearings promises lighter weight and low maintenance.
FRAME Specialized E5 aluminum, fully manipulated tubing, smooth weld, semi-compact race design, shaped TT, integrated headset, 1-1/2" lower bearing, internal cable routing, OSBB

FORK Specialized FACT carbon legs, alloy steerer, 1-1/2" lower bearing

HEADSET 1-1/8" upper and 1-1/2" lower Cr-Mo cartridge bearings integrated, w/ headset, 8mm cone spacer, w/ 20mm of spacers

BOTTOM BRACKET OS integrated, sealed bearings

SEATPOST Specialized Sport, alloy, 27.2mm

SEAT BINDER Forged alloy, 31.8mm, brake stop

NOTES Chainstay protector, chain catcher, derailleur hanger, clear coat, owners manual

 

 

Just reading everyones thoughts and Banter on Twitter & Facebook about todays Dirty Deeds Cyclocross  Should have made the effort to take the kids with me to stand around in the cold and watch the Boys & Girls (Congrats @aimzbradley) get rad and dirty .

youtube vid "borrowed" from channelbecd's youtube, get in touch with me if you want it removed?

Not sure how I would go at it but it looks like a heap of fun at the detriment to a fair bit of pain see link to @LSD_SNR taking a little nap or recovery here

Even spray painting the grass for encouragement

Maybe next round.

The Tour De France baggy eyes are keeping me pretty heavily grounded anyway just like this known local character

 

 

 

2012 Specialized Dealer Launch

Whilst Damo is over in sunny Monterey, California just near the famous Pebble Beach Golf Course. Testing out the latest and Greatest from the Big "S", I have been doing my net searching to see if I could find some pics of what he was talking about. Sometimes the iPhone just doesnt cut it for quality imagery.

The US Specialized site has a few bikes that will be avilable early release over there. Some are the same as this years models, others have had a bit of a change.

Here are a couple of highlight bikes for me and the changes from 2011.

 

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The all new Girls Myka, Womens specific geometry and instantly distinguishable from the HardRock.

 

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The Crux Expert, Hope this bad boy makes its way over here. Perfect for the Dirty Deeds Cyclocross series if you want to look and be a little more serious than slapping some knobbies and some V Brakes on your old roadie.

 

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The New Carve Pro 29 is a competition-inspired aluminum hardtail 29er with an 80mm-travel RockShox Recon Gold 29 SL fork, Shimano Deore hydraulic disc brakes, and Shimano SLX shift levers.

 

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S-Works Shiv TT Module - We already have these instore


Stiff, light, and incredibly aerodynamic, the Shiv TT has won World Championships in both Time Trial and Ironman Triathlon: It's the perfect choice for any race against that clock, and is completely UCI- and triathlon-legal.

 

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And what Beach Rd loving weekend warrior, cafe racer or crit legend wouldn't have their eye on the "free speed" machine.

Everyone has seen the S-Works Venge rolling around, in store or on the web, what most haven't seen is the Venge Pro, which will be a slightly heavier, cheaper lower specced version of the S-Works version just like their Tarmac & Roubaix Pro bikes.

Here is a link to Canadian Cycling Magazines quick overview of the Pro version

 

Will update with some more 2012 info when it comes to hand

Up to 25% off bikes renovation Sale going strong! S-Works Tarmac & Roubaix Frames just $3200

Many sizes and colours in stock, 52, 54, 56, 58 cm. Project Black, Project Yellow, HTC, Satin Carbon/White, White/Blue, White/Red Most OSBB (BB30) some threaded BB. Were $3999, now $3200. Call or email for availability. 9521 8700 info@hamptoncycles.com.au

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