IM coming soon Shiv Experts in Medium & Large ready to buy! $4499 Dura Ace

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$4499 - Just add race wheels.

We ignored UCI rules and designed the Shiv exclusively for triathlon: with unmatched aerodynamics, the Fuelselage integrated hydration system, and a huge range of fit adjustability. The FACT IS 10r carbon frame and Shimano Dura-Ace/Ultegra drivetrain make the Expert an amazing race-ready value.

The ultimate frame for all distances of triathlon, this FACT IS 10r carbon frame with OSBB is optimised for crosswinds and the most aerodynamic race-ready frame anywhere
Specialized FACT carbon monocoque fork with crosswind-optimised airfoils is stiff and stealthy for precision steering and max speed
Fuelselage™ integrated hydration system keeps your fluids hidden inside the down tube for ergonomic fuelling and optimal aerodynamics
New, fully adjustable, Specialized Hydroformed Alloy Aerobar fits any rider to provide the fastest position
Lightweight and ultra-smooth Shimano Dura-Ace derailleur offers legendary performance
Stiff, light, contoured Body Geometry Romin Evo Comp saddle positions the rider for optimal power transfer and comfort

Lightweight,12.5mm offset, Shiv FACT aero carbon seatpost is reversible for wide range of saddle fit.

 

We might be able to help save 13mins off your bike leg too! The New Shiv Tri

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Craig “Crowie” Alexander wins Kona on Specialized Shiv with a course record

 

Riding the brand-new Shiv, Crowie improves his bike split by a whopping 13 minutes

Thirteen minutes and 14 seconds. That is the gigantic difference by which Craig “Crowie” Alexander improved his bike split over previous years at the Ironman World Championships, which he won for the third time Saturday with a new course record of 8:03:56.

Crowie rode the new Specialized Shiv, a bike designed from the ground up exclusively for triathlon. As befits a three-discipline sport, the Shiv features three advantages over other bikes: unmatched aerodynamics, an integrated hydration solution and extensive options to ensure the perfect fit.

For Crowie, the math was simple. Aero + fuel + fit = 13 minutes.

“That bike is a rocket ship,” Crowie said of the Shiv. “A total rocket ship.”

At the 2011 Ford Ironman World Championships, Crowie emerged from the water with the lead group. Over the 112-mile course along the coast, Crowie crushed it on his Shiv.

Crowie came in fourth off the bike, with a time of 4:24:05. In years past, his best bike times were 4:37:19 and 4:37:33.

Crowie left the transition in third, behind Chris Lieto and Luke McKenzie. Still fresh from his time on the bike, Crowie blew through the two leaders on the run and never looked back.

He secured his third Kona title with a time of 8:03:56, smashing a course record that had stood since 1996.

“Crowie is one of the most consistent athletes here,” said Mark Cote, Specialized’s Road Product Manager and Aerodynamicist from MIT. “His bike times have always been between 4:37 and 4:39. So to have a 13-minute improvement because of the changes we made… it makes me believe in science.”

Find out more about the Specialized Shiv here.

For more information, photos and videos of Specialized Triathlon please visit www.iamspecialized.com

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