Counterfeit Carbon Bikes & The Dangers

I found a very interesting article over the weekend that was a couple of months old, but really struck home, based on Counterfeit Bikes & Accessories on bicycling.com - To Catch a Counterfeiter: The Sketchy World of Fake Bike Gear:

Inside the disturbing parallel universe of counterfeit bicycle makers, the consumers who do business with them, and the bike industry’s relentless crusade to shut them down.

This is a good read if you are out there looking for a "Deal" on a carbon frame and what actually goes on behind the scenes to catch companies that sell them as authentic bikes.  It is centered around Specialized and their force of workers that are charged with the task of finding them and shutting them down.

The premise behind the story is that if you find a deal that seems way too good to be true then do your homework!  Of course, our recommendation is to see us at Tom's Pro Bike and thus ensuring that you get the real deal, but if you are internet shopping for a deal - just be careful!

To check out our complete line of bikes and our Fat Bike sale that is still happening stop by today from 10-8!

For more information on getting fat stop by the shop and check out our complete inventory selection!  If you are interested in getting full on Fat then here is the price sheet for the sale but anything from 2015 and older is limited to stock on hand.  



Want a great way to stay in shape this winter, besides Fat Biking, and to monitor your power & fitness levels? Sign up for a slot of our Indoor Training Series.

Indoor Training Series is on right now. Information HERE!

WE RENT FAT BIKES NOW! Interested in trying out a Fat Bike without having to purchase one? We now rent the Specialized Fatboy at Tom's Pro Bike & all rental fees goes towards Purchase Price - EVEN DURING THE JANUARY SALE!

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Lancaster, NY 14086

Cervelo S5 Reviewed

Are you in the market for a new Aerodynamic Road Bike?  Check out a Review on the Cervelo S5:

By the numbers, the Cervélo S5 was the most aerodynamic aero road bike that we tested in the wind tunnel this summer. Chalk it up to smart design based, in part, on rider feedback. On the road, the S5 just felt fast. Everything about it screams straight-line speed, from the tube shapes to the BBright bottom bracket. The only bike that felt faster was the Time Skylon, which we also tested this year, but the lab data shows that the Cervélo was actually faster.
Read more at http://velonews.competitor.com/2015/11/bikes-and-tech/reviewed-cervelo-s5-aero-road-bike_389444#PqgKfbd62mWGcvCX.99


Stop by today from 10-8 and check out our complete inventory of Bikes, Power Accessories, Tour the Race Room, and start putting your Gift List together! Talk with Tom about your current fit and what your goals for 2016 and beyond are!

Want a great way to stay in shape this winter and to monitor your power & fitness levels? Sign up for a slot of our Indoor Training Series.



Indoor Training Series is on right now. Information HERE!

WE RENT FAT BIKES NOW! Interested in trying out a Fat Bike without having to purchase one? We now rent the Specialized Fatboy at Tom's Pro Bike!

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3687 Walden Avenue
Lancaster, NY 14086

Fall Clearance Sale - CERVELO R3 ULTEGRA (2013)

We are into the final 3 days of the Fall Clearance Sale at Tom's Pro Bike and today we are highlighting the 2013 Cervelo R3 Ultegra:

Feel the benefits of extreme light weight engineering with no compromise in stiffness, strength or comfort. You’ll search out hard hills not only to feel the light weight on the climbs, but also the speed and control on the descent. The result: an understated design that allows performance to make the statement. A settled ride that allows you to feel the road while minimizing rough road feedback. A comfort magnified with the ultra-thin seat stays developed to increase vertical compliance and vibration absorption for a smooth ride.

• Retail Price: $3,900 SALE PRICE $2,535
• Model Year - 2013
• Components - Shimano Ultegra 10 Speed
• Sizes Available: 51cm, 56cm, 58cm

For more information on this awesome bike stop by the shop today from 10-8 and take one out for a test ride.

Want a great way to test out your bike?  Purchase the bike and sign up for a slot of our Indoor Training Series.

Indoor Training Series is on right now.  Information HERE!

WE RENT FAT BIKES NOW!  Interested in trying out a Fat Bike without having to purchase one?  We now rent the Specialized Fatboy at Tom's Pro Bike!

WNY Cross has a new Facebook Page with all the Buffalo/Rochester Race Information posted.  5 races left this year!

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3687 Walden Avenue
Lancaster, NY 14086

Fall Clearance Sale - FINAL DAYS

More and more leaves are falling to the ground, the winds are that much cooler when they are blowing, and we even had a light snow over this past weekend.  What does this all mean?  The end of fall and the end of Tom's Fall Closeout Sale - this Saturday at close of business!

I just went through the web site and all of the great deals and found what I believe to be one of the best deals out there - the 2014 Specialized Stump Jumper Hard Tail Expert:

• All-new FACT IS 10m carbon frame with dedicated 29er geometry and full SWAT technology kit, internal cable routing, PF30 BB, and 142mm dropouts for the lightest race-ready design
• Custom RockShox SID 29 fork with Specialized Brain inertia-valve damping has 90mm of air-sprung travel and 15mm thru-axle to create the most efficient and supple cross-country fork available
• Roval Control Carbon 29 142+ hookless carbon wheelset with durable DT Swiss internals, 15mm thru-axle, and stainless DT Swiss spokes brings carbon wheels to a whole new realm of fun
• Custom SRAM S-2200 carbon double XC crankset with 38/24 gearing is built for strong, lightweight performance
• Magura MTS hydraulic disc brakes with a carbon master cylinder and reach adjust provide consistent and reliable stopping power
• Shimano XTR Shadow Plus mid-cage, 10-speed rear derailleur is tough, lightweight, and delivers pinpoint shifts

ON SALE FOR $3,495 - this is a great deal and sizing is limited so if you are looking at upgrading your mountain bike for next year now is the time to do it!

Stop by today from 10-6 and take one out for a test ride

Want a great way to test out your bike?  Purchase the bike and sign up for a slot of our Indoor Training Series.

Indoor Training Series is on right now.  Information HERE!

WE RENT FAT BIKES NOW!  Interested in trying out a Fat Bike without having to purchase one?  We now rent the Specialized Fatboy at Tom's Pro Bike!

WNY Cross has a new Facebook Page with all the Buffalo/Rochester Race Information posted.  5 races left this year!

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http://www.tomsprobike.com/

3687 Walden Avenue
Lancaster, NY 14086

2015 Fall Clearance Sale - Specialized Crux Comp Carbon (2013)

Yesterday we blogged about our ongoing Fall Clearance Sale and also posted a picture from the weekends cyclo-cross race that Ryan won.  They are running a cross series this year and the races are half over so that means you still have 6 good weeks to go and race!  And what better way to race than on a 2013 Specialized CruX Comp Carbon bike:

• Retail Price: $3,000 - SALE PRICE $1950
• Model Year - 2013
• Components - Shimano 105 10 Speed
• Sizes Available: 52cm, 54cm, 56cm

• Specialized FACT 10r carbon canti frame, features cross specific geometry and race freatures, tapered headtube, and OSBB for greater stiffness, acceleration, efficency and handling on any race course
• All-new FACT carbon canti fork with tapered steerer provides ample tire clearance and the best balance of strength, stiffness, and compliance for cyclocross racing
• Race-ready DT Axis 3.0 wheels are fast, light and durable; fitted with Specialized Tracer Pro tires for reliable traction over all course conditions with fast CX tread
• Specialized Tracer Pro tire with 120 TPI provides reliable traction over all course conditions with fast CX tread
• FSA Gossamer BB30 crankset has cross-specific gearing and is tough and reliable in the nastiest conditions
• Smooth, precise Shimano 105 STI shifters are renowned for their race-ready performance and exceptional value
• Featherweight Phenom Comp saddle, tuned for stiffness, built for competition, and with light, super durable hollow Cr-Mo rails

To take one out for a test ride stop by the shop today from 10-8.  10r Carbon is a stiff, light and nimble frame material so this bike is ready for the Winner's Podium!

Want a great way to test out your bike?  Purchase the bike and sign up for a free demo slot of our Indoor Training Series.

Indoor Training Series is starting soon.  Information HERE!  FREE DEMO RIDES THROUGH 10/17

WE RENT FAT BIKES NOW!  Interested in trying out a Fat Bike without having to purchase one?  We now rent the Specialized Fatboy at Tom's Pro Bike!

WNY Cross has a new Facebook Page with all the Buffalo/Rochester Race Information posted.  And our own Ryan Barnes is doing great in the overall series leading Cat 3 racers!

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3687 Walden Avenue
Lancaster, NY 14086

Fall Closeout Sale - NOW THROUGH 10/24/2015

Riding season isn't over yet and if you want to spend some glorious fall riding days on a new bike now is the time to come into Tom's Pro Bike and check out our sale prices during our Fall Closeout Sale.

We have bikes on sale from Cervelo to Colnago along with some Felts, Fujis and of course Specialized.

Want a great way to test out your bike?  Purchase the bike and sign up for a free demo slot of our Indoor Training Series.

Indoor Training Series is starting soon.  Information HERE!  FREE DEMO RIDES THROUGH 10/17

WE RENT FAT BIKES NOW!  Interested in trying out a Fat Bike without having to purchase one?  We now rent the Specialized Fatboy at Tom's Pro Bike!

WNY Cross has a new Facebook Page with all the Buffalo/Rochester Race Information posted.  And our own Ryan Barnes is doing great in the overall series leading Cat 3 racers!

Tom's Pro Bike

http://www.tomsprobike.com/

3687 Walden Avenue
Lancaster, NY 14086

(716) 651-9995

How To Win A World Championship Ladies Style - S-Works Amira SL4

We never want to leave the ladies out so today we are highlighting Lizzie Armistead's World Championship in Richmond, Virginia.  I am not going to lie and tell you that I follow Women's Road Cycling and give you some facts on Lizzie.  The main fact that I do know is that both champions were on a Specialized S-Works Road bike.  The engine plays a big part in their performance, but Specialized's engineering team and their dedication to designing and then manufacturing the fastest bike possible is very impressive!  Lizzie rode the Specialized S-Works Amira SL4 to victory:

It's simple: when someone attacks on a climb, you want to respond quickly and with confident assurance, and when it's you who's breaking away, you'll want to accelerate with snappy intensity and leave everyone in your wake. The S-Works Amira is born to race to any strategy, and is at the absolute top of the women's race bike heap in terms of performance, quality, and handling. From its premium carbon frame and highest-end components to its aero and super-fast wheelset, the Amira a true competitor's dream.

• Enjoy the unrivaled responsiveness of the Amira’s super-lightweight S-Works FACT 11r carbon frame. This is our highest quality carbon, and provides a stiff and nimble ride—great for sprinting for the finish or carving tricky descents—while delivering the lowest overall frame weight.
• Enjoy true handling precision, even on the most technical of descents with the full-monocoque, S-Works FACT carbon fork.
• Take your ride to the next level with Roval Rapide CLX 40s, the perfect all-around race carbon wheelset. Lightweight and fast with long-lasting ceramic bearings, the aerodynamic optimized rim shape slices through the wind without sacrificing handling and stability.
• Experience no compromise on power and fit with Women’s Competitive Geometry. This frame geo takes into account female anatomy and differences in size and power outputs, and is engineered to deliver high-performance without sacrificing ride quality.

MSRP is $8,000.00 and to learn more about this awesome bike stop by the shop today from 10-8 and take one out for a test ride!

Indoor Training Series is starting soon.  Information HERE!  FREE DEMO RIDES THROUGH 10/17

WE RENT FAT BIKES NOW!  Interested in trying out a Fat Bike without having to purchase one?  We now rent the Specialized Fatboy at Tom's Pro Bike!

WNY Cross has a new Facebook Page with all the Buffalo/Rochester Race Information posted!

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3687 Walden Avenue
Lancaster, NY 14086

(716) 651-9995

How To Win A World Championship - S-Works Tarmac Di2

Sure the engine may count for part of the deal but if you have a rock solid bike to carry you forward there are endless possibilities.  Did Peter Sagan ever win the World Championships before he started riding the S-Works Tarmac Di2?  I didn't think so.  Will he ever win another first World Championship on anything other than the S-Works Tarmac Di2?  Nope he sure won't!  Will you win a World Championship if you start riding the S-Works Tarmac Di2?  I can't answer that honestly but I can say it won't hurt your chances!

How good is the S-Works Tarmac Di2? In its first season, it won two Grand Tours and a World Championship—not too shabby. With its Rider-First Engineered™ design that ensures peak performance across every size frame, coupled with the legendary performance of the Dura-Ace Di2 11-speed build kit, it's no wonder that it's the bike of choice for riders like Vincenzo Nibali and Alberto Contador. If you're looking for the ultimate in complete road bike performance, look no further than the S-Works Tarmac Di2.

• Featuring our Rider-First Engineered™ design that ensures every frame size has the same legendary climbing responsiveness and descending prowess you'd expect from a Tarmac. The S-Works FACT 11r frameset is our highest quality carbon frame, offering the ideal blend of lightweight and targeted stiffness.
• S-Works-specific FACT full carbon fork with tapered construction provides incredible front end stiffness and steering response for instantaneous accelerations and high-speed descents.
• The Roval Rapide CLX 40 wheelset is the perfect balance of light weight and aerodynamics. It's stiff enough for sprinting, while its Ceramic Speed bearings keep things silky-smooth, making CLX 40 wheels the ultimate all-rounders.

MSPR $9,250.00.  For more information on the S-Works Tarmac Di2 for the 2016 stop by the shop today from 10-6 and check it out and take it out for a test ride!

Indoor Training Series is starting soon.  Information HERE!  FREE DEMO RIDES THROUGH 10/17

WE RENT FAT BIKES NOW!  Interested in trying out a Fat Bike without having to purchase one?  We now rent the Specialized Fatboy at Tom's Pro Bike!

WNY Cross has a new Facebook Page with all the Buffalo/Rochester Race Information posted!

Tom's Pro Bike

http://www.tomsprobike.com/

3687 Walden Avenue
Lancaster, NY 14086

(716) 651-9995

The World Championships & Specialized

The World Championships are a pretty big deal.  They have not been held in the United States since 1986 when Colorado Springs held the honor of being the host city.  They have not been in North America since 2003 when they were held in Hamilton, Ontario.  So since they are in Richmond, Virginia this year it is kind of a big deal - if you are into cycling and all.

Here is Cool Video about the city of Richmond and it's cycling scene!

So what about Specialized?  Well they are going to be well represented at the World Championships with the new S-Works Venge Vias Di2 and S-Works Tarmac Di2.

For more information on any of the Specialized line of bikes stop by the shop today from 10-6.



For the upcoming World Championships in Richmond we are going to be closed starting Friday September 25th and will not be re-opening until Tuesday September 29th.  Make sure you stop by before Thursday at 8:00pm for your weekend biking needs.

Indoor Training Series is starting soon.  Information HERE!

WE RENT FAT BIKES NOW!  Interested in trying out a Fat Bike without having to purchase one?  We now rent the Specialized Fatboy at Tom's Pro Bike!

* Looking to do a Pittsburgh Dirty Dozen type ride?  Set aside 10/4 for the DD716 which is going to be a punishing 60 or so mile route over & through some of Erie Counties biggest hills and prettiest countryside.  Route is being analyzed so more will follow.  This is a no joke ride that will start and finish at Chestnut Ridge and will be a "controlled" roll to each climb where you will be set lose to challenge yourself and those around you!

WNY Cross has a new Facebook Page with all the Buffalo/Rochester Race Information posted!

Tom's Pro Bike

http://www.tomsprobike.com/

3687 Walden Avenue
Lancaster, NY 14086

(716) 651-9995

2016 New Model - S-WORKS FATBOY

Rode One - Loved It!  Super Light, Super Fast, Super Agile and Super Cool!!!  If you like toys and are in the market for a Fat Bike then I would definitely check out the Specialized S-Works Fatboy:

What started as "serious fun" has quickly become a serious change to what we want out of bike. The fat revolution is here, and with races becoming more and more prevalent, we knew that our much-heralded Fatboy could stand to go on a diet. Introducing the new S-Works Fatboy Carbon. It features an immaculate, FACT carbon fiber construction with internal cable routing to ensure that it's light, stiff, and ready for nasty elements. We then spec'd it with SRAM's venerable one-by groupset, XX1, for dependable shifting, and then kept the carbon train rolling with lightweight carbon wheels from HED. Altogether, it's a revolution within the revolution, sparing no expense in delivering the ultimate in fat performance.

• An immaculate, FACT carbon fiber construction ensures that the frame is lightweight and plenty stiff in all the right places. Internal cable routing is also incorporated; ensuring that slush, sand, snow, or dirt will have no bearing on performance out on the trail.
• A FACT carbon fiber fork provides tons of compliance and absorbs chatter, while simultaneously keeping the overall weight of the bike down.
• HED Big Deal carbon wheels are light, fast, and 85mm-wide to make sure that you get all the traction and floatation that fat bikes are known for, only without a weight penalty or having to make any sacrifices to climbing prowess.
• 26x.4.0" Fast Trak Control tires make short work out of any trail condition. They accelerate fast, while providing a game-changing level of traction, control, and floatation for better handling out in the wild.
• SRAM's XX1 crankset leads the way in the drivetrain department, providing a simplified, efficient, and almost impossible to drop your chain kind of ride quality.

Seriously this bike rocks.  Yes the MSRP is up there compared to other Fatbikes but not compared to other Fatbikes at this level!  MSRP is $7,500.00.  We have a couple to look at that are already spoken for but you can drool over them!  We are open from 10-8 today!

WE RENT FAT BIKES NOW!  Interested in trying out a Fat Bike without having to purchase one?  We now rent the Specialized Fatboy at Tom's Pro Bike!

* Looking to do a Century?  Set aside 9/20 for Tom's Century Ride - Route to be determined (but I am pushing for a South Route)  More information to come!

* Looking to do a Pittsburgh Dirty Dozen type ride?  Set aside 10/4 for the DD716 which is going to be a punishing 60 or so mile route over & through some of Erie Counties biggest hills and prettiest countryside.  Route is being analyzed so more will follow.  This is a no joke ride that will start and finish at Chestnut Ridge and will be a "controlled" roll to each climb where you will be set lose to challenge yourself and those around you!

WNY Cross has a new Facebook Page with all the Buffalo/Rochester Race Information posted!

Reynolds has a $250.00 Trade In Program if you purchase any Carbon Wheel!

Tom's Pro Bike

http://www.tomsprobike.com/

3687 Walden Avenue
Lancaster, NY 14086

(716) 651-9995

Wheel Upgrade Time - $250.00 Trade In Credit

Are you in the market for a new set of Carbon Wheels?  Then I would highly recommend you looking into a $250.00 Credit towards a new set of Reynolds Carbon Wheels!



Whether you are looking for Road, Cyclo-Cross, Mountain Bike or Road Disc Reynolds has a wheel to meet your criteria.

For more information on the Reynolds $250.00 Credit Program and to see our complete line of Reynolds Wheel Inventory stop by the shop from 10-6 today or tomorrow.

Sunday August 9th is our annual Lake Ontario ride.

Win a FREE Fuji Gran Fondo from Tom's Pro Bike.  REGISTRATION LINK HERE!

Video Promotion on Free Fuji Gran Fondo HERE!

We are back from California and the 2015 Specialized Retailer Release and learned a lot about the 2016 Model Year line from Specialized so keep an eye out on the blog for more information on our favorite bikes and apparel and accessories in the coming weeks!

Tom's Pro Bike

http://www.tomsprobike.com/

3687 Walden Avenue
Lancaster, NY 14086

(716) 651-9995