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18-3838 - defines the colour ultraviolet in the Pantone colour palette. Every year, the Pantone colour institute selects the colour of the year. It is intended to express the feelings, needs and desires of the present. After shoulder pads and mom jeans, purple is another relic of the past that has made it back into the future.
HT T1
The HT T1 enduro pedal sparkles in bright purple under your bike shoes. Four pins and an extra strong spring hold the feet securely on the pedal. Despite the enlarged aluminium footprint, the pair weighs just 368 grams. Two different cleats offer four or eight degrees of lateral play. Pres: 135 Euro e.g. available from Liquid Life for 119 euros.
Phil Wood Outboard Bottom Bracket
More artwork than bottom bracket and actually far too good to screw on. The second generation of Phil Woods Outboard BB has a wider thread for better adjustment of the chain line. The bearing shells are manufactured in the USA and filled with special waterproof grease. 144 dollars.
Hope Grip Doctor Plugs
Once you've put them down off-road, the cheap plastic handlebar plugs are gone. With the iconic milled plugs from Hope, dented and dirty handlebars are history. Thanks to various rubbers, the Grip Doctor plugs sit bombproof. 19.50 euros.
Riesel Design chair
Purple is rubbish, thought the guys from Riesel and gave their ultra-light carbon saddle "chair" a bright purple colour. The flexing carbon seat weighs just 95 grams and offers riders up to 100 kilos minimal comfort at a proud price of 239 euros.
100% Ridefit Glove
Everything under control. With the Ridefit Glove from 100%, you have the latest fashion trend in the palm of your hand. Lightweight softshell protects the backhand, while perforated Clarino material ventilates the inside. With touch fingers, silicone prints and Velcro fastening, the Ridefit is up to date despite its retro colour. 29.90 euros.
Race Face Love Handle
No, the Love Handles from Race Face are not a salacious accessory from the Beate-Uhse catalogue. But the slim, well-profiled and extra soft screw grips are so smooth to grip that you'll want to just sit on your bike. Price: 27.90 euros.
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Stefan Frey
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