Orbea Multisport Bicycle Headquarters

Looking for a great Orbea multisport bicycle? We got em!! Prices range from $2800 to $12,000. Stop by and check out the Ordu with Shimano Di2. The technology will flip your wig. Buy an Orbea multisport bike during the month of February and get a free pro fit ($200 value).

Wireless, Winter Training Brought To You By Colonel's And Mavic.

What are you doing on the blog right now when you could be downloading intel from your last training ride? CB's has teamed up with Mavic to bring you the latest in wireless computers for your bike. There are 2 versions in stock including the Wintech USB HR for $169.99 it has wireless heart rate and USB connection to transfer data to your PC and analyse performance. We also have the Wintech USB which offers 12 basic funtions without heart rate with the same PC downloading capability for $99.90. You can choose 3 speed sensor types to use with the same computer, the E-Skewer sensor for $39.90, the E-Bolt sensor for $32.99 or the Fork Sensor for $21.99.
It's not as complicated as it sounds, we will install 'em for you and they are from France, so up your game and come in and join the high tech performance team at Colonel's Bicycles!

Brent Poulsen Training Clinic #2 Thursday 28th

This Thursday the 28th of January is the date for our second tri training clinic by professional triathlete Brent Poulsen. This week Brent will discuss "core strength training for the endurance athlete". The clinics are free of charge. Brent will begin his discussion at 6:15. Please bring your own chair unless you want to sit on the floor. We will offer a 15% discount on parts and accessories to all those attending the clinic on the night of the clinic. This is a great opportunity to take advantage of Brent's wealth of experience and knowledge. BE THERE!

2010 Great Southwest Bike Swap Update

Just a few booth spaces remain for the 2010 Great Southwest Bike Swap. The date is Feb.7,2010, 9am to 3pm, at the Tarrant County Resource Connection. Go to http://www.greatbikeswap.com/ for full details, directions, etc. . This years line up looks great with several local bike shops, clothing shops, frame builders, bike and tri clubs, and your usual smattering of Fort Worth's cycling royalty and bike bums. As always, there will be some sweet deals and hidden bike treasures. Bring yourself, bring cash, and prepare to swap.

Roll On Burly Wood, Roll On

Aubrey just finished putting the finishing touches on this Salsa Casseroll fixed gear. We went with shiny parts everywhere except the rims. These babies are Velocity Deep Vs in the Burl Wood finish. The Salsa Casserolls have good tire clearance, a ton of braze ons, and can be set up with gears, single speed, or fixed. Check out www.salsacycles.com for more info, geometry, specs, etc.. Roll on.

Sidewalk Surfing

I stepped out for a few minutes to pick up an order at the Arundel warehouse and came back to find the mechanics doing a little sidewalk surfing on a customers Surly Big Dummy that was in for some service. The weather was so nice after the long cold spell that I can't blame them. This bike is equipped with a Rohloff hub and Busch and Muller generator light systems. Great bike for errand running and sunny Thursday afternoon bike surfing.

Pink Is No Longer The New Black

Ever seen one of these? Of course you haven't, they're not even out yet but neither has Garmin Slipstream, Helen's Cycle or even Surfer Nick. CB's got a hold of this top secret photo of...yes...wait for it...a slick white carbon fiber Arundel Dave-O bottle cage! They are tricker than Chopper and Crosby's latest sunglasses and will be available soon, so put your order in now and be the first to have the dopest cages on your team. There is even going to be a white Mandible cage for those of you who want the lightest Arundel cage available or perhaps you just don't like Dave-O.

Bike Swap Time----Reserve Your Spot

Okay everybody, It's Swap Meet time again. The date is February 7, 2010, 9:00am-3:00pm Go to www.greatbikeswap.com and look under the "Bike Swap Info" section. The details are all there, including a color-coded floorplan of the layout. Just pick out your desired booth and mail or hand deliver a check, money order, or ca$h to Colonel's Bicycles, 3053 S. University Dr., Ft. Worth, Tx. 76109. Make checks/Money Orders payable to Colonel's Bikes and include your phone number. Feel free to call(817) 924-1333 to check on preferred space availability. Your payment reserves your booth. First come first serve.
The previous years have been a huge success. Clean out your garage/shed/living room/etc. and sell or swap all of your unwanted bikes, parts, and accessories to others. We request booths contain Bicycles and Bike related objects only. Nobody wants your old microwave. Prepare to swap!

Salsa Selma 29 inch Single Speed

Looking for a great deal on a 29 inch MTB frame? We have one 2009 Salsa Selma still in stock and priced to sell. Complete details can be found at http://www.salsacycles.com/selma09.html .
The sell price is $750.00 including shipping to the lower 48 states. Give us a call at (817) 924-1333 if you have any questions.

2010 Starts with pain!

The "Excruciation Exam" was for many of us one of the toughest races in the state of Texas. The race was January 2nd at Bluff Creek Ranch in Warda. It started at 7:30 AM and had 150 racers ready to go with a le mans start (30 degrees with ice on the ground). I was the first one on a bike after the run, but I knew that I needed to race with a few guys that had some experience with this event. Wink, Scott Henry, Tristen and I headed into the woods for a hot lap, then we hit the road for the real grind.

Basically the race is one lap a Warda, about 30 miles to Rocky Hill, a 21 mile off road lap, ride back to Warda and do a 4 mile lap. About 85 miles(I did hear a few reports of 87 miles) of hard hitting mountain bike racing. 5th place was ok for my first time, but I'll be ready for a "w" next year!

Oh yeah, big props to my buddy Wayo for the support and for volunteering to help other racers.

JC

Great Southwest Bike Swap.

The 3rd annual Great Southwest Bike Swap is coming February 7 2010. This is a one day event where bike shops, bike clubs, bike industry reps, bike geeks, bike dudes and bike chicks can get together and buy, sell or trade bike related stuff. Reserve a booth for as little as $30 for a 10'x10' space or just show up with a pocket full of small bills and go bananas buying some guys garage treasure. This thing sells out every year so reserve space now if you need it. All the details can be found at www.greatbikeswap.com .

Sustained Power with Pills !

Back by popular demand, Sportlegs capsules are in stock again. If you need sustained power for mountain bike, road racing or even training intervals then these are for you. Available in 5 capsule test packs or 120 capsule bottles. The test packs sell for $2.89 and the 120 capsule bottles go for $34.99. They are rich in calcium and support your body's lactate energy system. Say goodbye to leg burn!!!