Mini Cooper into Fitness

So not only is Mini Coopers fuel efficient they are now crossing over into bikes. It seems this is the right of passage for most successful car companies to make a bike.
From Road Cycle UK
According to the official blurb, both bikes will “exhibit the modern aggressive styling of a track bike, and combine confident, sharp handling with comfort and smoothness.” The T100 Monza is supplied in dark blue with flat bars and the T100 Sebring is finished in silver, and has bullhorn bars. The bikes retail from £595 and are available from January 2010.

In addition to the T100 Monza and T100 Sebring, the Cooper range will include the T200 Championship 50 and the T200 Reims 5 Speed. Inspired by the lightweight racing bikes of the 1960's, the T200 series combines classic styling with modern components and technology.

The T200 Championship 50 is a special edition single speed, finished in classic Cooper racing green to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Cooper Car Company Formula 1 World Championship victory in 1959. The stunning T200 Reims, finished in cream, combines style with the practicality of 5 gears. The T200 bikes, which will be available in March 2010 will also make an appearance at the Cycle Show.

ABS-Avalanche Airbag

Fall is upon us and that means switching gears, mountain biking, trail running, and yes skiing starts to creep in the picture. Well feel a little more secured with the ABS-Avalanche Airbag system, wears like a back pack, then pull to inflate.

Once activated, the ABS equalizes the volume and density of the victim relative to the surrounding snow by working on the principle of "inverse particles" .

...and you are ontop within 2 seconds.

As with a life vest in the water, the victims swims on the surface of the avalanche. The added volume of 150 liters has been calculated to be needed for cold, dry and loose snow. If the snow is denser, wetter and heavier less volume is needed. The statistics show that all victims carried down by a moving avalanche stayed on top and survived the incident (see the statistics) .

So be safe get prepared and hey have an advantage if you are playing out of bounds.

Rappel Belt

Ok not that you would but know that you could. There is no gadgets, technology or fancy buttons on this belt, strap in on and it holds up your pant. A bit different than the standard a conversation piece as well. Lightweight, flexible, and comfortable uniform belt that can be used for emergency rappels. Does not dig into waist when bending or moving like other brands.
Worth the price - $24

Kurt Kinetic Wired/Wireless Power Computer!

Affordable, and if you have a Kurt Kinetic already then you are really in business. On the off season you can be tracking all the important data instead of just spinning away for countless hours.

Wired Version
he Kinetic Wired Power Computer is designed to give you accurate power (watt) readings when you are using a Kinetic Trainer. All other functions (speed, distance, cadence, calorie burn, altimeter, etc) are accurate both on and off the trainer. Because of this, the Kinetic Power Computer is an excellent choice for a cycling computer both on and off the trainer.

The watts reading is calibrated based on a mathematical relationship between power and speed. This Kinetic Power Formula along with our proprietary software accurately estimates the cumulative effect of 16 different interactive forces. This power curve is based on the "average " rider on the "outdoor ride" using the following cubic function: P = (5.244820) * S + (0.01968) * S3. S=speed in miles per hour, P=power in Watts

Wireless
The Kinetic Wireless Power Computer is designed to give you accurate power (watt) readings when you are using a Kinetic Trainer. All other functions (speed, distance, cadence, calorie burn, altimeter, etc) are accurate both on and off the trainer. Because of this, the Kinetic Power Computer is an excellent choice for a cycling computer both on and off the trainer.

The watts reading is calibrated based on a mathematical relationship between power and speed. This Kinetic Power Formula along with our proprietary software accurately estimates the cumulative effect of 16 different interactive forces. This power curve is based on the "average " rider on the "outdoor ride" using the following cubic function: P = (5.244820) * S + (0.01968) * S3. S=speed in miles per hour, P=power in Watts

Features

• Speed
• 4 Keys
• Auto Start
• Max. Speed
• Speed bar (% of max. speed)
• Average Speed
• Speed Comparison
• Distance 1
• Distance 2
• ODO 1
• ODO2
• ODO 1+2
• Ride time 1
• Ride time 2
• Distance Countdown
• Time to arrival (arrival time/time remain)
• % to arrival (Bar display)
• 2nd Wheel size
• Time (12/24hr)
• Auto sleep
• Heart rate
• Max Heart rate
• Average Heart rate
• Upper/Lower Limit w/ visable alarm
• Calorie
• Fat burn
• Stopwatch
• Auto Lap (Time/Distance)
• Calorie expenditure / Fat burn
• Altimeter
• Home Altitude storage
• Altitude gain/loss
• % gradient
• Power
• Max Power
• Avg Power
• Temperature (C/F)
• Max Temperature
• Min Temperature
• Easy Caibration
• Service interval reminder
• EL Backlight
• Cadence
• Average Cadence
• Max Cadence
• Low battery indication

Moji, The Smart Icing Alternative!

Moji, got the icing right, instead of having to stay in one place, Moji, got you on the move while icing. It wraps around you like a ace bandage would or even a knee brace, what a concept. They also make one for the back.

Moji was founded with the overarching goal of keeping active people active. Our unwavering dedication to becoming the expert source for injury prevention, warm-up, and recovery is core to our ongoing mission. Moji founder, Victor Viner, established the company in 2007 with a vision of creating best-in-class products while also becoming the leading consumer resource on injury prevention, warm-up, and recovery. Victor has surrounded himself with a passionate, forward thinking, experienced team that brings industry expertise to the Moji brand in the areas of design, marketing, manufacturing, operations, technology, and content development.

Price $85 for the knee, but for the average weekend warrior this should last for years, think of what your buddies will say after a game of football and you can ice the joints while watching the game, and getting the drinks.

GE HealthCare Body Sensors

From HealthCare Informatics
"GE Healthcare, in conjunction with GE’s technology development arm, Global Research, is now developing BSNs, which consists of sensor devices that collect critical patient-specific information, including temperature, pulse-oximetry, blood glucose levels, electrocardiogram readings, blood pressure levels and respiratory function. This real-time patient information can be collected and transmitted to doctors and nurses to enable efficient patient monitoring from any location, says the company." more

Rock Tape The Next Answer To Compression Gear

It seems as though Ironman is thinking of banning compression sock, so with everything there is always an answer and since they used it in the Olympics, why not try it. RockTape is that answer.
The Story
Just like you, I’m an avid amateur athlete…
I’m fit, but my love of running, cycling and swimming have contributed to a variety of minor sports injuries, and one of those injuries required physical therapy. The PT treated me and finished the session by applying some tape to my leg. When I asked if this was the same tape I had seen during the Olympics, the answer was yes.

I was skeptical about the tape, but after a week my injury was healing nicely and I also noticed that my legs felt pretty good after a long ride. I started doing more research on the tape’s effects and that’s when I discovered that the tape can be used to ENHANCE PERFORMANCE. I found that taping in advance of exercise promotes increased blood flow to the muscles, thereby reducing fatigue.

After trying the tape on friends and family with good results, I got excited and talked to a number of companies about buying and selling the tape. The response I got was amazing: no one wanted to sell me tape unless I became “certified” in their specific taping methods. It was their way of making the tape more exclusive and expensive. I decided there had to be a better way to get this great product into the hands of those who needed it, so I located a source, modified the formula and formed ROCKTAPE.

I hope you love ROCKTAPE as much as I do, but if you don’t, we offer a 100% money-back guarantee. So what do you have to lose? Try ROCKTAPE today, and see how it can enhance your sports performance!

Race Across The Sky! Leadville 100

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So the Leadville 100 is coming to a theater near you, well hopefully, they say nationwide but who know what that means. Anyway the trailer looks cool, make you think that anyone can finish this race. Lance really opens himself up a lead and seems to keep it, then disaster strikes, a flat tire. This is the suspense that keeps you on the edge of your mountain bike seat. A crazy media filled race. What else could you ask for, see the movie, book your tickets for next year and hit the trail. Who knows you might have what it takes to beat Lance.