That being said, the 355 32-hole ZTRs coupled to American Classic Hubs with double-butted spokes, are probably NOT the wheel for me. Will they do the job? Sure. Problems? Probably not, but maybe. I had zero issues with durability or the tires holding to the rim on my local test track. Honestly, I found them to be stiffer than my in-laws. I felt no flex in the corners even though I was feeling for it. But lo, I am but a lowly writer/reviewer and must occasionally contend with what I am given; these are not the wheels I would have had built if I were keeping them. They are great though, and I didn’t have any problems, but I would have at least opted for straight-gauged spokes given my weight and usual riding conditions. The discriminating consumer must remember that NoTubes is a company that specializes in CUSTOMIZING a wheel build for a particular rider, they do not crank out a million bombproof wheelsets without rider weight limits, such as Mavic. They make educated choices for their wheel component combination based on the size of the rider, their riding style, and their common terrain. Nothing against Mavic, they make great wheels that hold up through nuclear blasts, but they’re not claiming to be the lightest wheelsets on the planet, nor do they have all the tubeless options that you’ll find with Stan’s.

Tubeless tires have gained popularity because they increase the contact patch (the piece of tire in contact with the ground at any given time) while allowing mountain bikers to run extraordinarily low tire pressures (approx. 15-35 psi), which increases traction. Needless to say, if you’ve been riding traditional tubes for awhile, it’s going to take a little experimentation with a tubeless system before you strike gold. Once you do, I’m confident you’ll be impressed.

So here’s the deal: Unless you’re an experienced wheel builder, call NoTubes and rap with them until you both come to a satisfied conclusion about your wheelbuild. I’ve laced a few sets of wheels, and I have confidence in my ability, but let’s face it, I don’t do it for a living. I’ll trust the pros to put together a solid build for me. The cost-savings is not that significant if you buy the hubs and spokes separately, and it’s doubtful you’ll do a better job than the guys at factory. The 355s were perfectly straight right out of the box and the tension was perfect, all I had to do was get the tubeless tires on there (Ravens, also provided by NoTubes–separate review to follow) and I was rockin’. All that AND they look gorgeous on my hardtail. If you’re considering buying a set of Stan’s wheels, here’s the breakdown of their ZTR rims lineup:

• ZTR Race – super, super, super light, quoted 284 gram rim. Do not buy this rim if you’re looking to huck, or if you are fat.
• ZTR Olympic – still super light, quoted “under” 385 gram rim. I repeat, DO NOT buy this rim if you are fat.
• ZTR 355 – very versatile rim, the only one that you can get in 26″, 29″, 650b, Disc or Rim brakes. You can be a little fat and ride these with straight gauge spokes, but ask first.
• ZTR Arch – without too much weight gain on the rim (approx. 50g heavier), this rim boasts a 25% gain in lateral stiffness over the 355.
• ZTR Flow – The Daddy Mack. I put together a set of these for my Yeti 575, super stiff, and I lost over a pound in bike weight after swapping the Mavic Cross Rides that came with the bike.

Another reason these wheels have received some bad press is because tubeless technology has been around long enough for us geeks to get good at going tubeless, but not so long that installation techniques have become common knowledge to the average rider. It’s not difficult once you get the hang of it, but the first time made me cuss. For the latest compatibility and fit tips visit help.notubes.com. And if you’ve never tried going tubeless before, try watching these videos, it helped me understand the process: http://www.notubes.com/support_movies.php. HOT TIP: Use A LOT of lubrication, i.e. soapy water, windex, etc. when getting the rim to seal, and use an air compressor if possible– no matter what they say, trust me, you’ll be glad you did. Have you ever been in a situation when A LOT of lubrication was wrong? Thought so.

Weight as built: 2556 grams (full set, with tires, sealant, no cassette, no skewers, no rotors)

MSRP as built: $720.00

Wheel weight only (as quoted): 1420 grams

Hydration is key and this bottle makes it insanely easy to access water at the push of a button and flick of the top. This bottle is made for the person on the go that doesn’t have time to waste unscrewing a lid. The spout opening of the bottle is smaller which has its advantages and drawbacks all at the same time. If you are on the move, the narrow opening allows you sip your water without getting it up your nose or sloshed all over yourself. The drawback is that the smaller opening is not large enough for classic square ice cubes. If you are a fan of ice cold water, I suggest you invest in some “water bottle friendly” ice cube trays.

Additionally, this bottle has a convenient loop built into the cap that you can easily attach a d-ring clip to during active sports.

One feature that sets this bottle apart from others are the inspirational stones you can place under the cap. Each water bottle comes with two KOR stones in the cap. Now these stones are not your ordinary stones, so don’t expect to find a rock like you might find outside. The KOR stones actually look like small pieces of paper- FiberStone paper to be exact. The material is tree-free, water-proof and fully recyclable. These stones are placed in the cap so that every time you flip your cap for refreshment you are treated to an inspirational message through the clear top of the cap, mine reads “Imagine”.

Finally, the cap separates from the bottle with a simple twist so that cleaning is easier- this is so important as nobody likes opening their water bottle only to be greeted with the smell of mildew…yuck!

The KOR Delta 500ml bottle retails for $19.95 and comes in a variety of colors. While this may seem a bit pricey to some it is worth it if you want a stylish, functional, and uplifting hydration experience.

What is Kate’s Real Food today?  It is a newcomer for sure.  It wasn’t until this past year that Kate Schade quit her other two jobs and focused primarily on her product.  Dedicating not only her own time, but bringing on a staff to help rapidly market her organic real food fuel source.  Located in Jackson Hole, these organic and all natural bars are quickly finding themselves at retail stores across the United States.

After a sampling, it comes as no surprise that this small company is growing rapidly and the bars are being found at more and more retail locations.  One taste and you will be hooked.  I would compare the bars to a Clif Bar, but with a much more real food taste…hence the tagline I suppose.  Kate’s bars are flavorful and possess a crunch and texture that verifies freshness.

Kate’s Real Food bars are available in five different recipes:

The Tram Bar – PB & H Milk Chocolate. The original recipe.  It has been tweaked since the early 90′s to come to what it is today…a crunch, chewy, sweet, and salty meal with milk chocolate.

The Grizzly Bar – PB & H Dark Chocolate. The dark chocolate version of the Tram Bar for those with an obsession for chocolate.

The Handle Bar – Dark Chocolate Cherry Almond. Features tart cherries, smooth dark chocolate, and crunchy almonds.

The Caz.Bar – Dark Chocolate Coconut Spice. A combination of dark chocolate and coconut spice makes this bar a departure from the ordinary.  The unique spicy-sweet taste of this bar will certainly bring you to your senses.  Oh, it’s got a little kick to it!

The Stash Bar – Peanut Butter Dark Chocolate with Flax & Hemp. As huge advocates for hemp, we get excited when we see products utilizing this natural wonder of the world!  This bar measured up to that excitement.  Packed full of natural sugars and proteins, amino acids, omega 3 and antioxidants this bar provides your body with the fuel it needs to take on any outdoor adventure.

As someone who has 5 backyard chickens and organic vegetable gardens, Kate’s Real Food mission resonated with me.  The greatest satisfaction of my job as a reviewer is not all the super cool products, but instead it is learning about the story and the people behind the products.  A product alone is just a product, a product with meaning becomes much more.  Kate’s Real Food is that.  An adventurous transplant from New York with a love for the outdoors, a little bit of Kate can be found in each bar.  These are her recipes, her passion, her story.  A story that simply put, promotes real food, outdoor play, and organic farming.

I hope to one day soon see these bars here in the Southeast because without question, whether hungry or not, I will most certainly grab a handful and begin to salivate.  This is definitely my new favorite food and choice fuel for many of my outdoor activities.

I believe that, Kate’s Real Food will soon become a common household name to all outdoor enthusiasts.

Try a sampling today!

Oh…and if you were wondering, my favorite is a tie between The Tram Bar and The Stash Bar.

The people over at Confluence Watersports were generous in loaning us the Approach for the weekend to test on the French Broad River in Asheville, NC.  A group of five of us went out on the river; a canoe, Perception Tribe sit-on-top kayaks, and I was in the Dagger.

My previous kayaking experience has been spent in touring kayaks; a kevlar Perception Eclipse and a fiberglass Perception Carolina.  I grew up in an affluent suburb of Chicago.  The local kayak shop only sold expensive sea kayaks…unfortunately I dropped a lot of money early on, not realizing that it didn’t really make sense for the type of paddling I’d be doing.  Looking back, the shop took advantage of the wealth in the community…they should have been pushing the less expensive river runner kayaks.  The Dagger Approach would have been an ideal.  Most the paddling I did was on the river that ran through my hometown or on lakes in Wisconsin.  Although I lived near Lake Michigan in Chicago I never got out on it.  After my experience this weekend I would recommend this kayak to anyone paddling rivers and lakes and feel every shop should carry the model.  Here’s why…

It isn’t so much a car, it isn’t so much a truck…if I had to choose a vehicle to compare it to, I’d probably compare it to a Subaru Outback.  Second thought, it probably has more appeal than an AWD sport wagon.  I say that only because to the general public the Outback probably isn’t necessarily viewed as “cool”, but this most certainly is.  Now, if you know anything about Subaru’s and the Outback you can appreciate this statement and it will resonate with you.  This kayak doesn’t do any one thing exceptionally well, but it will handle just about anything you throw at it.  That isn’t a knock against the Approach.  It is a crossover/hybrid kayak and it fits that title perfectly.

In moderate whitewater it behaves quite well and you can safely catch an eddy and play with comfort anywhere in the rapids.  That being said, she is not a play boat, but very much a river runner with a bit of an adventurous side.  Leaning can be done with great stability and without worry.  It’ll pop right up should you find yourself under water, but if wet-exiting is your means to get topside than you’ll appreciate the giant cockpit making exit easy.  A great feature for those of you just starting off.

The ride on flat water is one for recreation and leisure.  The lack of a sharp entry at the bow slows the boat.  It won’t slice through the water and be as quick as a touring kayak.  It was hard for me to overtake the sit-on-top Tribe which is longer and cuts the water better.  No, this isn’t a kayak to use on the river to go fast.  If however, you want a kayak for the purpose of getting out on the water and enjoying the outdoors around you and perhaps play a little, this kayak is perfect.

It provided an entirely different kayaking experience for me.  One that I enjoyed quite a bit.  The cockpit is large enough to easily pull a leg or both legs out and hang them atop the deck or into the water.  It was liberating and something I’m unable to do in my touring kayaks.  If I were to choose between the two on a river or lake, I’d take the Approach 9 out of 10 times.  There is enough space in the bulkhead to house gear for overnighters.  This is a great little boat and I would recommend it to anyone interested in kayaking whether they be a beginner or someone with experience like myself with a “specialty” kayak looking for something for more general usage.

Note:  I did not get the chance to fish from the boat, but with the large cockpit and ease to get in and out of it while on the water and stability when moving around whether in or out of the cockpit you would have absolutely no problems fishing from it.

Again, the Dagger Approach 10.0 kayak is an excellent all-around kayak providing the ability to do many things well and have plenty of fun.

Shelly and I exchanged a few comments and messages back and forth on Facebook.  She was quite the resource for my new endeavor and got me pointed in the right direction.  After much research, I decided to purchase the New Balance MT10 Minimus Trail minimalist running shoe from the New Balance website.  Why pick the New Balance MT10 Minimus Trail?  The shoe was designed with input from Anton Krupicka and on the New Balance website there is a pretty awesome video of him running the type of trails I run here in Georgia.  Not one to get fooled by media propaganda, I did more research than let that determine my expenditure, but nonetheless…it is a really cool video, so cool I posted it below.

OK…who am I kidding…I pretty much let this video sell me on the product.  I’d like to think it didn’t, but it did.  Other things I considered were the look, design, and weight.  Although the bright orange color (now also available in grey/yellow) was a bit flashy for me, I really liked the appearance.  The material reminded me of the “oh so comfortable” shoulder and hip straps on my Osprey hiking packs…the though of having this material encompassing my feet had me feeling pretty optimistic about these shoes.

Upon receipt, I was very satisfied with my purchase.  The shoes were everything I had expected.  The sole is relatively thin and flexible, yet still rugged consisting of several circular interconnected knobs.  The toe box was wider than most, enough that you notice this at first glance.  There is no insole hinting that the Minimus Trail is to be worn without socks.  I hate socks.  I wear sandals year round and if and when I wear shoes, I prefer to without socks.  I digress.

The initial fit (barefoot of course) was odd feeling.  The back of the shoe was snug to my heel, top around the laces was tight, and the toe box was wide.   There is a noticeable raise in the heel which I learned is 4mm of heel lift vs a zero-dropped heel most minimalist shoes feature.  The shoe does not sit flat, there is the raise in the heel and in the front, there is an upward curve of the toes…toe spring.

The shoes arrived early afternoon, so after work I went over to Big Creek just down the road from my house.  I had tied them too tight to accommodate my foot which led to discomfort.  It is easy to lace the shoes too tight.  If you lace them too tight you’ll notice pain in the top of your foot, loosen the laces.  Once dialed in, the Minimus Trail fit extremely well and felt great when in use…they were quite pleasing.  Overall, I was amazed by their light weight (7.1 oz) and how they seemed to allow for natural foot movement within the shoe while allowing you to feel the terrain, yet protect at the same time.  My first experience running in a minimalist shoe brought a smile to my face!

I’ve read some complaints about the shoe not being zero-dropped, but perhaps this is the ideal shoe for those of you like me making the switch and entering into a minimalist style running shoe.  At this point, I can’t really speak to that point because I have not tried a zero-dropped heel, but the 4mm raised heel didn’t seem to bother me…if anything I would think it makes the switch a little less drastic.  It is rumored that the second generation of this shoe will be zero-dropped which should make the purist minimalist quite happy because this is truly an awesome shoe!

What a pleasure it’s been to test ride the Strider Running Bike! Our little Gabriel loves it! Gabriel is 2 ½ but definitely feels like a “big boy” on his “big boy” bike! He has three older sisters and with his new Strider, has joined the ranks of capable bike riders in our family! 

The day his bike arrived, he couldn’t wait to get it out of the box. I was so surprised that the box and bike together weighed less than 10 lbs. The bike came in his favorite color, green, which he promptly named his, “John Deere Bike.” Assembly was very simple (I barely glanced at the directions at all) and using the wrench Strider included, the bike was ready to go in less than 5 minutes. Right away, Gabriel hopped on his bike and started scooting around the house. He used his feet to push the bike forward and slowly found a rhythm to move ahead.

The Strider’s seat height is adjustable from 11” to 16” high. This is a tiny little bike made to accommodate tiny little riders. It’s designed for children ages 1 ½ – 5. The Strider doesn’t have any pedals because most children in these young years aren’t able to coordinate the peddling motion. The bike is designed to be scooted on and propelled by pushing the feet on the ground. Eventually, little riders will ideally be able to glide on their Striders, lifting their feet and resting them on rest pads, comfortably located where peddles would normally be. The idea is that young riders, although unable to peddle, will learn how to balance on this tiny two-wheeler without ever having to use training wheels. When Gabriel’s bike arrived, I assumed that he wouldn’t master gliding and balancing on the Strider for a few more years. I was wrong.

For the first few days, Gabriel wanted his bike to go everywhere he did. This new bike was definitely his new favorite toy! He even insisted that his Strider be parked in his room when he went to bed. Being such a little bicycle, it was easy to accommodate his request. Indoors and out, he wanted to travel everywhere on his Strider!

When he was outside, Gabriel continued to push himself around with his feet and soon found a swift rhythm, accelerating his bike to a speed similar to a speed achieved by peddling. He continued to keep his feet on the ground or very near the ground for balance. The Strider has thick non-pop tires, which also give added stability to this bike. Gabriel definitely took some spills but not nearly as many as I would have expected. The handlebars are thick as well, and very maneuverable. They make big turns in either direction, which again, increases stability and helps avoid falls that come from sharp turns.

Over the next week, Gabriel continued to increase his speed and his love for his new bike continued to grow. Every time he went outside he wanted to ride his Strider. Still, I was very skeptical that he would learn to glide and balance on the two wheels, no matter how stable the Strider was.

About ten days after receiving the Strider, Gabriel was riding it in the driveway. He got up some good speed and suddenly he lifted his feet! He balanced and glided for about six feet! I couldn’t believe it! My tiny two year old was balancing on a two-wheeler! Since then, he’s been all about going faster and farther on his new bike! He can now glide for about 10-12 feet, pushing and resting his little shoes on the resting pads. It’s quite a sight to see! The other day a woman walked by and asked in a shocked voice, “Is he riding on a two-wheeler?!”

The Strider is a fantastic bike and it really works! It meets children right at their level, giving them the opportunity to ride a “big kid bike” without requiring them to peddle. It’s been a very fun and rewarding experience to see Gabriel gain confidence and ability on his Strider. I would recommend a Strider to any family looking to give their toddler/preschooler a very fun and enabling cycling experience!

Below are a couple videos that are also featured on the Strider website.

A quote from Singular’s website tells the following:

Singular Cycles brings you bikes for the type of riding you do. A blend of modern concepts with proven design and materials makes for beautiful bikes, which ride like a dream.

We’ve become disillusioned with ever more fragile bikes and components which offer no real benefit to the everyday rider who wants a bike which rides sweetly, looks lovely, and doesn’t need replacing every year.

Singular Cycles – singularly distinctive bicycles.

When the package first arrived, I remember opening it to find the Swift frame inside, the glorious shade of blue, vintage style logo, smooth welds, and the bling of a Phil Wood eccentric  bottom bracket…an overall classic and clean look.  It was love at first site.  Even today, I own several bikes, but this one is the one that gets a lot of my attention and gets pampered.

The introduction of 29ers to market is still relatively new which lends for increased experimentation to their counterparts.  Nothing is “written in stone” so to say.  Singular’s geometry is quite unique.  The head angle is a bit on the steep side as well as the top tube.  The seat angle is slacker which we really liked because there isn’t much of the bike sticking out behind you when riding.  It sports a Reynolds extra long 485mm axle-to-crown rigid fork with a 48mm offset.

I set the bike up to be fully rigid and have ridden off-road as well as on pavement.  It is a fun bike to ride on both!

Being fully rigid takes a little getting use to when riding off-road…the first couple of times out your arms will be quite sore.  However, after a few outings your arms will become more tolerant and you will find the advantages of a lighter front end providing a very agile bike.  The bike was very flickable over the rough stuff and with the 29″ wheels ironed over obstacles on the technical sections of the terrain.  An unfamiliar feeling was that of the geometry never changing on a climb or descent…this because there was no flex from suspension.  I love suspension, but as much as I love suspension, I loved this feeling as well.  I promise that if you get out on a fully rigid bike you’ll discover this love too!

On pavement…you can’t ask for much more of an enjoyable ride.  I’ve ridden the bike with my girlfriend a few times out on the paved trails and although she is a real head turner as well I’m at a loss for who’s company I enjoy more.  This bike just puts a smile on my face at all times.

If you’re in the market for a cross country trail bike and interested in a bike that can be setup as rigid or geared, then give this frame serious consideration.  It is a real head turner, one that gets you instant respect whether on dirt or asphalt.

Interested in purchasing?  Contact The Prairie Peddler.

Prairie Peddler
theprairiepeddler.blogspot.com

200 West Blackhawk Avenue
Prairie Du Chien, WI 53821-1425
(608) 326-7357

Visiting my parents’ house for the holidays provided me with my first opportunity to test out these shoes.  My father and I went out in single digit temps to a local favorite for cross country skiers, Nelson Lake which is located in Batavia, Illinois.  From the tracks in the snow it was evident skiers, hikers and other snowshoers had been out before us.  My father had on Atlas BC24 snowshoes and I wore the Tubbs Flex Alp snowshoe. 

The bindings feature Tubbs’ ActiveFLEX binding which is gender specific and are some of the easiest and quick-setting bindings we have come across in review of snowshoes.  The bindings are simple; they feature a snap in front toe clip, Tubbs’ Active Flex technology, and a traditional heel strap.  The bindings are quickly set with just the pull of three straps and are released just as quick with quick release clips.  You can get in and out of these shoes in literally just seconds!

Unlike the majority of snowshoes on the market today, the Flex series by Tubbs have an innovative tail that falls to the ground with each step which prevents the typical snow fling most snowshoes experience.  In fact, my father had made a comment about the Atlas snowshoes and how they fling snow and that he didn’t notice the Tubbs doing this to me.

Tubbs’ website claims that the FLEX Tail design, “absorbs impact from heel strike and allows the foot to roll naturally from heel to toe”, we couldn’t agree more!  The FLEX Alp seemed to put less stress on joints and bones and the Torsion Deck design made hiking through snow and the rough terrain underneath the snow easy…this is supported scientifically through biomechanical testing and research through Colorado State University.  Final data from the research suggests that, “for a given distance between the heel of the foot and the tail of the snowshoe, the FLEX Tail™ design reduces the rate of ankle plantar flexion during early stance (i.e. just after heel strike) compared to other composite snowshoe designs. In other words, for a given snowshoe tail length, the rate at which the forefoot hits the ground after heel strike is slower in FLEX Series snowshoes than on other rigid snowshoes. This may translate into less stress on the muscles, bones and joints in your legs and result in a more comfortable and ergonomic snowshoeing experience.”

Technical Specifications:

FLEX TAIL(TM)

The ergonomically and biomechanically designed FLEX Tail allows the FLEX ALP to absorb shock from heel strike, reducing the amount of stress on your joints and allowing you to snowshoe farther, longer and with less stress on your body.

DECK

Torsion Deck design allows torsional articulation throughout the body of the snowshoe, enhancing traction and comfort on uneven terrain. At only 24″, the FLEX ALP’s Compact Design enhances maneuverability on packed to variable snow conditions.

BINDING

Gender specific, asymmetric ActiveFLEX(TM) binding featuring patented Control Wings(TM) provides lightweight control, support, comfort and ease of use. Binding fits up to size 13 boots. ActiveLift(TM) heel lift reduces calf fatigue on steep ascents.

TRACTION

Viper(TM) 2.0 carbon steel toe crampon with jagged tooth construction maximizes weighted traction and responsiveness. Micro-serrated 3D curved Traction Rails and two additional tail traction elements ensure superior side-hill grip on hard to icy conditions, while progressive Snow Brakes aid in downhill braking.

The Atmos 50 is a superb ventilated backpack providing lots of storage and compartments.  It uses a 210D Twill Velocity Cordura and 160 x 210 Window Ripstop fabric.  It is a top loader featuring vertical pockets, a front pocket, tool attachment straps, sleeping pad straps, hydration port, side compression, side pockets, hipbelt pockets, backpanel, and a harness/hipbelt.

Osprey never ceases to amaze me with the magnificent fit of their packs and the Atmos 50 was no different.  The AirSpeed Suspension with Lightwire alloy frame and 3D tensioned breathable mesh backpanel with side ventilation provided not only a strong support for the load I carried, but it kept my back cool and dry as well.

What I liked most about this pack was the number of compartments that it had and the ideal placement of each.  For instance, the zippered side pockets were ideal for items that I would be using frequently; stove, water purifier, cookware, that day’s food, Nalgene bottle, and other items.  These pockets are quite deceiving as you can pack quite a lot of gear into them.  In between the side pockets is the adjustable stretch woven front pocket.  The front pocket stretches and expands substantially and on our first day I stored my tent here because it was raining so I wanted the tent to be readily accessible that evening.  I should mention, having the tent stored here did create a noticeable “pull” on my back and probably was not the ideal place…it probably would have made better sense to use the pack’s side straps.  The rest of the trip was dry however and so I stored the tent inside at the base of the pack.  The front pocket is best used for lightweight items as it is at the pack’s furthest point from the user’s back.

The sleeping pad straps are actually at the base of the pack, however I used the side straps to store my pad in order for my raincover to fit more securely.  There are also loops and straps for telescoping poles and the hipbelt features large zippered mesh pockets, a great place for your compass, map, and nutritional bars.

The pack does feature a hydration port which is large enough to fit the largest of bladders.  I opted to not use this feature and used my Nalgene bottle instead…reason mainly being because my Katadyn Vario water filter is made to specifically fit the top of a Nalgene bottle.  Filling a bladder with the Vario is possible, but I like the ability to lock the Vario to the top of a Nalgene bottle when filtering water.

If you are looking for a pack that provides sturdy support and many compartments, look no further!  You will be very pleased with the Osprey Atmos 50.

Below is a video on Osprey’s Atmos and Aura packs presented by Nolan Davis of Outdoor Sports Marketing; Ospreys salesreps in the Southeast.

Below is a video presented by Tom, Sales Manager for Osprey Europe. The video was taken while on a pack testing trip in the canyons of Utah. Tom walks you through some of the packs features.

However, recently a bicycle shop located in Prairie du Chein, Wisconsin called The Prairie Peddler has become the exclusive dealer in the United States of Singular Cycles.  Sam at Singular hooked me up with shop owner Marty Larson who was kind enough to send us a Singular Swift frameset for review…something I have coveted for a long while now.

Each Singular frame is made from 4130 ChroMo and comes with an eccentric bottom bracket loaded with a shiny Phil Wood eccentric.  Cable stops and derailleur hangars are incorporated into the frame for geared pleasure.

For more information contact The Prairie Pedaler at: theprairiepeddler@gmail.com