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Wednesday, April 27, 2016
Monday, April 18, 2016
Shimano XT M780 3x10 Dyna Sys 10 Speed Kits
The Shimano XT M780 3x10 Dyna Sys 10 Speed Kit
Shimano XT
M780 3x10 Dyna Sys 10 Speed Kits
Check out the Super Low Blue Sky Cycling Prices...
Here is some
great information on the Shimano XT M780 Dyna Sys 10 Speed kit for all the MTB
junkies. The Shimano drivetrain is a
well crafted component kit that is popular because of its durability. The prices for the kits vary so even the
riders who don’t want to pay much can find a reliable component for the price. The Shimano XT M780 Dyna Sys 10 Speed Kit is a
drivetrain kit that contains carefully selected part specifications (e.g.
weight) that can out perform other brands with its durability and smooth
aspects. Here is a list of components
you get with the speed kit.
Within this
kit you will get:
·
The
Shimano Deore XT SL M780 Rapidfire Shifter Pods,
·
The
Shimano Deore XT Front Derailleur,
·
The
Shimano Deore XT M771 Cassette,
·
The
Shimano Deore XT M781 Shadow Rear Derailleur,
·
The
Shimano XT HG95 10 Speed Chain, and
·
The
Shimano Deore XT M780 3x10 Crankset.
This
drivetrain is designed to provide you with a high quality performance at an
affordable price.
Shimano XT SL M780-B Rapidfire
Shifter Pods 10 Speed
The
Rapidfire shifter pods are flexible in that they can easily be shifted to
either a double crankset mode or a triple crankset mode by simply turning a
screw. It features a unique 2 way cable release system that allows you to have
an individual riding style.
Features:
Speed: 2x10,
or 3x10
Weight 255g
Includes:
Shifters and cables
Shimano Deore XT M781 3x10 Front
Derailleur Bottom Swing 10 Speed
Since
mountain biking is slowly evolving over time, mountain bikes are also changing,
hence components must change too. This front derailleur is fashioned to suit
your way of riding. It addresses all your needs as a modern mountain biker. It
features high shifting performance, angled adjustment screws, light cage, and
many more
Features:
Shimano
Deore XT M781 3x10 Front Derailleur Bottom Swing 10 Speed
Swing
Action: Bottom-swing
Speed: 3 x
10-Speed
Cable
Routing: Dual-Pull
Weight: 140g
(Direct Mount), 157g (Dual-pull)
Shimano XT M771 Cassette 10 Speed
This type of
cassette is compatible with the Shimano Dyna-Sys technology, patented Hyper
Glide Shifting ramps with alloy carriers to provide you with a great shifting
experience. This cassette features 6rings on spider, a structure of 3+3, with
alloy lock ring.
Features:
Speed: 10-Speed
Cog Range:
11-12-14-16-18-20-22-25-28-32
11-13-15-17-19-21-23-26-30-34
11-13-15-17-19-21-24-28-32-36
Weight: 342g
(11-36)
UPC: 11-34:
689228428690
Shimano Deore XT M781 Shadow Rear
Derailleur 10 Speed
This is an
improved 10 speed rear derailleur that has been combined with the latest
shifter design to optimize the over system stability. This derailleur features
a low profile design for the purpose of a more aggressive riding. Since it does
not contact the chain stay, it is very quiet and smooth under any condition.
Features:
Shimano
Deore XT M781 Shadow Rear Derailleur 10 Speed
Speed: 10
Spring Type:
Top-Normal
Cage: See
Drop Down For Options
Weight: 227g
(GS Medium Cage) 229g (SGS Long Cage)
Shimano XT HG95 10 Speed Chain
This is a
uniquely designed chain that is compatible with the Dyna-Sys technology. Its
outer plates are made in such way that they grab the shaft ramps of the
crankset while its inner plates move up and down the cassette. Due to the
surface treatment technology, this chain is efficient, silent, and durable
The Shimano
XT HG95 10 Speed Chain is directional, with the outer plates designed to grab
the shift ramps on the chainrings and the inner plates designed to quickly move
up and down the cassette cogs. Thanks to a new surface treatment technology,
the chain is more efficient, more silent and more durable. Remember that this Shimano
XT HG95 10 Speed Chain is specifically designed for the 10 speed mountain bike
drivetrains.
Features:
Shimano XT
HG95 10 Speed Chain
Speed: 10
Weight: 277g
Links: 116
Shimano XT M780 3x10 Crankset 10
Speed
Get to a new
level of mountain biking experiences with this 10 speed Shimano XT M780 3x10
crankset that has a chainring combination of 24-32-42T. With this crankset, you
get a very smooth, accurate and reliable gear shifts. To experience maximum
speed in whatever the trails you are riding of, you can combine it with 11-36T
cassette. This crankset has an aluminum forged Hollowtech II crankarms which
are light hence provides you with perfect power transfer. Its middle ring is
reinforced with carbon which enhances its strength and durability. Remember
that the Shimano XT M780 3x10 Crankset comes with a Bottom Bracket.
Features:
Shimano XT
M780 3x10 Crankset 10 Speed
Ring Size:
24/32/42T
Arm Length:
See Drop Down for Options
Color: See
Drop Down for Options
Drive:
HollowTech II
Bottom
Bracket Shell: 68/73mm
Speed: 10
Weight: 860g
If you are
planning to upgrade your mountain bike drivetrain in the near future, the Shimano XT M780
3x10 Dyna Sys 10 Speed Kit is highly recommended. With this kit, you get a
complete set of drivetrain components which include: Shimano Rapidfire Shifter
Pods, front derailleur, cassette, rear derailleur, chain, and a Shimano crankset
that comes with a bottom bracket. All these components are compatible with the
Shimano Dyna-Sys technology. The shifter pods can easily be used
interchangeably between a double and a triple crankset setup, the front derailleur
has a high shifting performance, the cassette is patented with Hyper Glide
Shifting ramps, the chain is directional and compatible with the Dyna-Sys
technology, and a crankset that is forged with aluminum.
For more
information feel free to send us an email or give us a call…
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Friday, March 18, 2016
Benefits of using Flat Pedals on Mountain Bikes
The Benefits of using flat pedals when riding your Mountain Bike By Ed Aguilar of Blue Sky Cycling
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| Wellgo B118 Pedals |
As a cyclist, you may have come across and even
cycled on different types of mountain bike pedals including the flat platform pedals,
quill pedals, clip less pedals and magnetic pedals. Flat pedals which are also known as platform pedals
are more traditional/old-fashioned pedals. They are usually made of rubber,
metal or plastic. Flat pedals are still in use on many mountain bikes today.
Although they are the older type, they still overshadow the other types of
pedals in that they are universal and can be used effectively and efficiently
on any bicycle, and for any kind of riding style and terrain. Flat pedals
enable you to have a lot of confidence when training hence you can dare a lot
of high-risk maneuvers. They provide you with feedback from the bike and allow
you to adjust accordingly. They allow a lot of control in emergencies hence
avoiding severe crashing. Flat pedals do not allow you to cheat when doing
jumps hence you can train in the correct manner.
More Confidence and Less Fear (just a little less)
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| Wellgo C091 Pedals by www.blueskycycling.com |
When riding on flat pedals, you can easily take your
feet off the pedals quickly. Therefore, riding on technical sections and
learning important skills such as track standing is much easier. It is very
common for cross-country cyclists to ride clipped in. However, the ability to
put your foot down at will gives you the confidence to try more technical
sections and new skills that you wouldn't have tried if you were clipped in.
The ease to go on and off your pedals enables you to make hill starts very
quickly and confidently. With flat pedals, you will experience less fear which
will allow you to stay in your comfort zone and relax. We ride much better when
fearless and relaxed since our muscles are less tensed.
More
Feedback
Flat pedals provide a lot of feedback from your
riding which translates into an easy way of checking your riding style and
technique. For example, when you are not attached to the pedals and you realize
that your feet are bouncing all over the pedals, you will definitely know that
you are riding stiff and relying too much on your suspension rather than using
your body. Therefore, you can take action and be more relaxed and correct your
technique and posture. This is very helpful especially when you are learning
new skills and techniques.
Crashing... OUCH...
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| Crank Brothers 5050 3 Pedals at Blue Sky Cycling |
There are situations when you can save yourself from
crashing when you are riding on flat pedals. For example, when you are riding
on flat pedals and you get out of control, you can quickly step out and bring
your bike back into control. Similarly,
crashes that happen when you are on flats are less severe compared to the ones
that happen when you are clipped in to your pedals. Yes, some quick release pedals allow you to escape quickly but even I have come close to falling by not being able to remove my feet from the pedals.
No Cheating
Flat pedals will not allow you to cheat when doing
tricks; especially those moves that involve lifting maneuvers such as the rear
wheel lift, bunny hops, and dirt jumps. This is most important when you want to
learn the skills with the correct techniques and posture. If you get used to
riding on clip-less, magnetic or the quill pedals, you may not realize how much
you cheat when doing even the simplest of jumps and maneuvers until you switch
back to flat pedals. In addition, pulling up when clipped in requires more
energy and can stiffen you up and throw you off balance.
Wellgo Pedal Review Video...
Riding on flat pedals is all about safety,
convenience, confidence, and less fear, getting more feedback from your riding,
avoiding crash accidents, and zero tolerance to cheating. If you use your
mountain bike for commuting or doing short rides around town and you get on and
off your bike very often, you will find flat pedals to be the most convenient.
With flat pedals, you can put on any type of shoes you want. Apart from just
convenience, you will gain a lot when you ride on flat pedals. You will have
more confidence and less fear which will allow you to push you practice to the
very extreme. You will get more feedback from the bike and be able to adjust
you riding posture, style and technique instantly. You will easily avoid
crashing accidents and if you do crash, you will have a lot of control on how
you land. And since flats will not allow you to cheat, you will be able to
learn new techniques in the correct way. It is important to keep in mind that
the attributes of flat pedals we have discussed above apply only to the
mountain bike and not the road bike or any other type of bicycle. You can get more information on the history and progression of the bike pedals which is pretty cool. Here's the link.. bike pedals wiki. Thank you for reading, hope you enjoyed our quick article on flat mountain bike pedals. If you have any questions or comments please feel free to contact us at the phone number below or leave us a comment. Thank you!
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| Wellgo B088 Bike Pedals |
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Tuesday, February 23, 2016
Advantages of Tubeless Tires
Advantages of Tubeless Tires for Mountain Bikes
Using Tubeless Tires on Mountain Bikes and how they effect your riding
by Edward Aguilar of Blue Sky Cycling
The most common bicycle tires used today are tubed. Also known as tubular tires if you want to get a bit technical. But we don't want to make it too complicated so lets just go with tubed tires and tubeless. If you are riding on
these traditional tires and need to switch to tubeless tires, you may have to
change either the tires only or the whole set of wheels depending on the type
of rims you are riding on. But why should you change your tires? Why should you switch from the tires you are currently riding that have tubes? Tubeless tires have got several merits over the more
traditional tires with tubes. Tubeless tires can run on low tire pressure, they
provide a less rolling resistance, and when using tubeless tires, you will
experience very few incidences of flat tires. Check out the Blue Sky Cycling tubeless tires for more information on specs.
Lower Tire Pressure
Since there is no tube in these tires, you are able
to run on lower tire pressures without the fear of pinch flattening. Riding on
low tire pressure will allow your tires to take shape into the ground and
provide you with a comfortable ride. With less air, the jumpy nature of a fully
inflated tire is highly reduced. It results in an increase in the surface area
of the tire that is in contact with the ground. With more surface area on the
road, you get increased grip, hence more traction. When you are riding in a situation
that demands good traction such as in a cross-country race, you can run up to
15 percent less air pressure with your tubeless tires and get terrific
traction.
Less Rolling Resistance
The performance of a fully inflated tire on a road
bike is different from the performance of a fully inflated tire on a mountain
bike. As we talk about the rolling resistance, consider that a road bike uses
smooth narrow tires and rides on flat hard surfaces while a mountain bike uses
fat knobby tires and rides on rough, bumpy, rocky; even soft, loose surfaces.
In this case, we are talking about mountain bikes and not road bikes.
The interaction between the tire and the ground is
what causes rolling resistance. Therefore, forgetting about road bikes and its
terrain, reflect the picture of your mountain bike tire in motion, on rough
terrains. When it hits a bump, the wheel will either move upwards or sideways.
This deflection requires some energy, which is snatched from your forward
momentum. This will cause you to slow down. Now can you imagine hitting all
those rocks and holes on a rock garden; how much forward momentum will you
lose?
Using a lower tire pressure allows your tire to
deform inwards rather than moving your tires up or sideways, acting more like a
shock absorb-er. And thus, you will lose less forward momentum and ride faster over obstacles. This will also result in more stability and balance as you ride
over obstacles because there will be less upward and sideways movement on your
wheels.
When you are riding a mountain bike with low
pressured tubular tires, you will not get a good amount of deformation on the
tires when it hits a bump because of the friction between the tube and the
tire. You must get rid of this kind of friction to allow the tire to deform properly.
By getting rid of the tube; and using tubeless tires, there is no more friction
to reduce the energy needed to deform the tire.
Fewer Flat Tires
First of all, when you are riding on tubeless tires,
you never worry about pinch flats because there is no tube to be pinched. Since
you will be using a sealant when installing the tire, many small punctures will
get sealed up by the sealant without you noticing. And when you get a puncture
that is too big for the sealant to repair, you can simply install a tube and
use the tire as a tubular tire; at least for the time being as you find better
ways of solving the problem. Moreover, many manufacturers will provide an
internal liner within the tires that will prevent leaking and constrain damages
to the casing. According to IRC, applying a thin rubber coating to the inner
wall will prevent leaking and allow the tire to be repaired easily even when
you are in the field.
Here is a great video on how to convert your mountain bike tubed tires to tubeless tires...
As a mountain biker, getting rid of tubes from your
wheels will give you an improved feel of what your wheels are doing on the
road. Your ride will get smoother, faster and easier and the tires will also
sound differently on the trails. You get all these benefits because you are
able to ride on lower tire pressure which greatly contributes to less rolling
resistance. You will also experience fewer flat tires. With less tire pressure,
you get you tire to mold more into the ground giving you a comfortable ride and
more traction. Less rolling resistance will enable you to ride faster over
obstacles. Riding on tubeless tires will also present you with the convenience
of riding long distances without experiencing a flat tire. If you still want to research going tubeless on your mountain bike check out an article on tubeless tires I found useful while researching. I hope you were able to gain some great information on tubeless tires for your mountain bike or even road bike. As always, please feel free to leave a comment with any questions you might have. Thank you and get out there and ride!
Blue Sky Cycling |
| 2530 Randolph St. |
| Huntington Park, Ca 90255 |
| (323) 585-3934 |
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Wednesday, February 3, 2016
Cross-Country Mountain Bikes vs Trail Mountain Bikes
Cross-Country Mountain Bikes vs Trail Mountain Bikes
Differences between Cross-Country Mountain Bikes and Trail Mountain Bikes
A lot of people usually find it hard to identify the
correct mountain bike for them. Although choosing a bike may all depend on your
riding style, the terrain you will be riding on and who you will be riding
with, getting the right bike that fits your style is tricky. The trail mountain
bike and the cross-country mounting bike are quite identical and can easily be
confused at first glance. There are
several areas where you can find a significant difference between the two
bikes. Physical features of the bikes such as the length of the stems, the
width of the handlebars, the braking system, the suspension travel, and tires
are normally taken into consideration when identifying these types of mountain
bikes. You can find all your mountain bike parts and accessories below on the Blue Sky Cycling website.
The Handlebars - The cross country mountain
bike has a narrow handlebar. Since the
cross country bikes are built for maximum speed and agility, a narrow handlebar
enables the rider to get a feel of what the front wheel is doing. It is also
quick to steer around corners. A wide handlebar on trail bikes gives the rider
enough leverage to maneuver technical terrain. It helps the rider not to be
thrown around when going through rock gardens.
The Stem length - The cross country mountain
bike features a longer stem length of approximately 90mm - 100mm. The long stem
positions the rider in a posture that pushes the rider's body further forward
for enhanced grip on flat terrain, and maximum acceleration. On the other hand,
the trail bike has a shorter stem length of approximately 40mm -80mm. A short
stem keeps the rider's posture laid more backward for better stability during
steep downhill riding.
The Suspension Travel - A cross country
mountain bike has a shorter travel of suspension than the trail bike. A shorter
travel of suspension enhances a quick uphill sprint. For real fast
cross-country mountain bikes, the comfort of the rear suspension has been
eliminated to boost pedaling efficiency.
A longer suspension travel provides comfort and easy crawling
capabilities over obstacles.
The Head
angle - Due to a longer suspension travel in the front, trail
bikes also have a wider head angle which is good for down hill riding. It positions
the front wheel far much ahead of the rider making the bike stable even on
steep downhill maneuvers. On the other hand, the short suspension travel on a
cross-country bike forces it to have a narrower head angle which makes a cross
country bike more twitchy when riding on steep down hills.
The Brake Rotor - A trail bike has a
relatively large brake rotor compared to the cross country bike. A large brake
rotor of about 140mm - 160mm is key to a more powerful braking system, which is
essential when down hilling at a fast speed. Due to its wide surface area, a
large brake rotor is less likely to overheat and cause brake failure than smaller
brake rotors. Since cross-country mountain bikes are quite twitchy on the
downhill ride, a powerful braking system will only make things worse.
Therefore, its brake rotor is much smaller and less powerful.
Tires - A Cross-country bike has
smoother tires to enhance faster rolling for maximum speed while the trail
bikes feature wide and heavily threaded tires for better grip and stability on
unstable grounds.
Apart from the
physical features of theses mountain bikes, they can also be identified by
their capabilities, or what they can do better than the other. For example,
cross country mountain bikes are slower on the descent and faster on climbs and
flat surfaces. Trail mountain bikes are slower on climbs and fast and fun to
ride on down hills. Considering the overall speed, the cross country bikes are
far much faster than trails bikes. While the trail bikes can take a corner
quite aggressively with more grip, the cross country is able to maneuver
sharper corners with more agility. The trail bikes do break faster and more
precisely. The cross country bike is lighter and quicker in acceleration and
steering while the trail bikes are heavier and optimized for descends. Today's mountain bikes have become extremely specialized
in terms of their intended use. On one extreme you will find the cross-country
racing mountain bikes. On the other extreme, you will find the downhill racing
mountain bikes. The trail mountain bike sits in between the two types of bikes
and tries to serve the purposes of both ends but to a limited extent. How to set up your mountain bike is important. Click to check out how to set up a mountain bike. Or you can watch a quick video below that will show you the steps...
You can tell the difference between them by having a closer look at the handlebars, the stem length, the suspension travel, the brake rotor, the tires, and the head angle. The handle bars vary in length with the shorter ones for cross country bikes and the longer ones for trail bikes. Long stem length creates the appropriate body posture for cross country bikers while short stem lengths pull the cyclist backward for safer down hill riding on the trail. A long suspension travel is fit for trail bikes while cross country bikes feature a shorter travel on the suspension. Trail bikes have a large brake rotor for a more powerful breaking experience while cross-country bikes have smaller brake rotors. The tires on a cross country mountain bike are thinner relatively smoother for maximum speed compared to trail mountain bikes which have rougher and wider tires for better grip on technical terrains. With all these features in mind, you can easily tell the two types of mountain bikes apart. If you have any questions please feel free to leave us a comment. Thank you!
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| Huntington Park, Ca 90255 |
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Tuesday, January 26, 2016
BlueSkyCycling: Proper Mountain Bike Gear Shifting
BlueSkyCycling: Proper Mountain Bike Gear Shifting: Proper Mountain Bike Gear Shifting How to properly shift gears when riding your mountain bike ...
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