tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38765992805909435272009-10-13T18:37:35.319-07:00Vassago Cycles news and updates.VassagoCycleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11696100591963608832noreply@blogger.comBlogger45125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3876599280590943527.post-44995556414845747952009-10-13T15:18:00.000-07:002009-10-13T18:34:10.444-07:00

(Cross Post from our Team Blog)Chris Plesko won SS at the 2009 Tour Divide and set a new SS record on his Jabberwocky this year. We mention this a little late because while Chris is not on our team, we were super excited about his accomplishments and have kept him on our radar.We recently heard through the digital grapevine that he was recently injured in an avalanche and nursing his wounds as we

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Congratulations to Vassago rider Tom Ament on his victory at Tour of White Mountains in AZ. For details on the race check out Tom's Blog.

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We are happy to kick off the official start of 'cross season by presenting the Bamacross Cyclocross series along with co-sponsor St. Vincent Health System.Bamacross is a grassroots 'cross series in Alabama and were all about it. Check out their website, or if your in the area, go get you some Bamacross action.

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We just received word that the shipment of Bandersnatches is on a truck in route to our warehouse today. All pre-orders will be packed and shipped in the order of the date received. With the build up in pre-orders, we have literally hundreds of units to pack and ship this week and have brought in temporary "stock room monkeys" to ensure we get all your orders out as fast as possible.Additionally

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Colors available are Liquid Silver, Metal Flake Brimstone and Ink Black. Changes for the new model include a new eco friendly, low-lead paint finish (all future models will use this new paint), more rear tire clearance, flush gusset frame design and forward set seat tube for more derailleur clearance. Of course our geometry remains unchanged. Available as a pre-order from your local Vassago

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Featuring the same ability to convert any year Jabberwocky to run gears, but now in an ingenious "set it and forget it" 2 piece system.Simply slide both pieces into your dropouts and attach with included tension screws. That's it! Rear wheel slides in and out, axle alignment and spacing remain consistent every time.

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Hello, I want to introduce myself to all Vassago riders and the legions of prospective Vassago riders (that was for the investors.)My name is Kris Fowler, founder of Vassago Cycles.I have been going over in my head the best way to announce the current state of Vassago officially. In the end, I think straight forward honesty is best. So here goes.Two years ago my 3 year old, and youngest daughter

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Congratulations to Vassago team rider Ben Shockey. He finished the Trans Iowa 9th over all, and was the second rider in the history of humans to finish on a fixed bike. Technically, he was also the first to finish the race on a fixed Fisticuff too!

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Congratulations to Paul Jacobson, winner of the '09 Fisticuff frame set at Trans Iowa V5. Well done sir!For more info, check out Paul's Blog.

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Quite possibly the perfect race to showcase our new Fisticuff, the Trans Iowa v5 will be held this weekend from May 2nd and 3rd. Vassago riders Dave Nice and Ben Shockey will be flying the colors out there. Since they are not eligible to win the Fisticuff frameset being offered as a prize, your chances just improved! We will make sure to post the winner here when we get word. Good luck!

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Please welcome Vassago's new SS 29er team. We call them "Singletrack Mafia."Happy April fools.

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With '08 treating us so well and '09 off to a strong start, we decided it was time to expand our IMBA donation concept to the next level. With the help of American Forests, we have set a goal of planting 1000 trees in various forests areas around the US.We call it the Vassago Singletrack Stimulus Plan. We figure screw the economy, let's throw some love towards that ever endangered, woodsy, swoopy

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Photo courtesy of Laurie: aka "Chocolate Girl"Scott Hodge, Addictive Cycles, and Vassago Cycles would like to thank everyone that came out to the Scott Hodge Benefit Ride in Ft. Yargo. Surrounded by mountain bikes, friends, and family Scott enjoyed just hanging out with everyone. Check out more pictures of the ride and BBQ at Laurie's site. Hodge we're happy to have you running around and

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Congratulations to Vickie Nelson of Team Big Fish Creative. An avid adventure racer, she won the 2009 18" Jabberwocky frame at 12/24 Hours of Fury.We also want to congratulate Team Big Fish Creative for their win in the Co-Ed 4 Person team.

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Stop by the Vassago booth this weekend at the 24 hrs of Temecula, located in Vail Lake, CA.We will have several demo bikes available as well as a 5$ raffle for a '09 Jabberwocky! Hope to see you there.Event info and directions are available here.

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We're sure many of you know our dear friend Scott Hodge was involved in a motorcycle accident that has left him layed up with some pretty serious injuries, as well as medical expenses. Addictive Cycles will be doing a benefit ride to help out with some of those expenses.Details:Saturday, November 8thFort Yargo12:00 (high noon) start time for the ridesThere will be ride leaders for all

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Vassago Cycles would like to thank everyone that donated to the Taylor Brooks Foundation. We appreciate all your emails and notes about our frame donation. Childhood cancer has a major deficit of funding and resources and we're proud to help out any way we can. Thank you to the guys at Dirty Spokes for asking us to help in this great cause!We'd like to congratulate the only lady on the Lithonia

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Dirty Spokes Productions 12/6 Hour Mountain Bike RaceOctober 11th, 2008Georgia International Horse ParkConyers, Georgia$10.00 donation taken for Taylor Brooks Foundation4 Peaks Racing24 Hours of FuryNovember 8, 2008 - 12:00PMMcDowell Mountain Regional ParkArizona12 Hours of Temecula - 3rd in the SeriesNovember 15th, 2008Vail LakeTemecula, CAFor more information please contact the race promoters.

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All of us at Vassago Cycles are very passionate and involved in fighting for a cure for cancer, especially in children. When Dirty Spokes came to us and asked for our help we didn't hesitate. We immediately told them whatever they needed we'll help with.Recently, our team manager received an email from Tim at Dirty Spokes relaying an amazing story about one of our shops. Addictive Cycles has also

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Granted, this is a "team" update, but we are all so stoked on our new west coast team that we're posting here too!Vassago's Adrenaline Race team snagged 6 podium spots at Payson Stampede in Arizona this weekend! Hell yes, ride like the devil boys!12 hr single speed: 1st place12hr solo: 1st place4 man team: 1st place4 man masters: 1st place12 hr single speed: 3rd place24 solo mens: 3rd placeRead

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If you haven't heard, the Fisticuff is a steel cross bike with a whole lot more under the hood. Reynolds tubeset, Disc or Canti, single or geared, big fat tire clearance and a price that you would expect from a Vassago steel frame to name a few.It will be on showroom floors for the '09 season, but you can throw a leg over one now, at this year's Dirt Demo in Vegas, courtesy of WTB.To check out

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Congratulations to Marcel (aka SandPine) from Florida. He donated to the SORBA/Optimus Ti raffle online and just happened to be racing at Fool's Gold in the 100 mile.Did we mention he did actually win this frame for $20 bucks!We had a great time at Fool's Gold and enjoyed meeting everyone. If you haven't read about it yet check out Harlan Price's write up on CyclingNews of the entire event and

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Check out the latest issue of DirtRag featuring a 6 month review of the Jabberwocky. A short version of the article is also available online.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:Contact:Eddie O'DeaEvent DirectorFool's Gold Mountain Bike Races and Festival404-432-5841eddie@55ninePerformance.comwww.55ninePerformance.com55nine Performance, Ergon, and Vassago Cycles Join Forces to Support IMBA-SORBA and Historic Trail SystemDahlonega, Georgia - The 2008 Fool's Gold Mountain Bike Races & Festival put on by 55ninePerformance is teaming with the Southern

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We wear the gold ribbon in support of children with cancerVassago Cycles has teamed up with Dirty Spokes to support the Taylor Brooks Foundation. We at Vassago Cycles are very passionate about childhood cancer and raising awareness to an amazing foundation that does not receive half the research funds it needs. It has become a mission we are proud to be part of.Vassago Cycles has donated a

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