Teva has been on a tear. Some of their competitors might choose to say terror. We are sorry to loose Simple but are optimistic that Teva will continue to up their game and be our shoe of choice as the seasons progress. We appreciate the multi sport functionality of most of their shoes and the waterability of the rest.

They have been pumping out new shoes all spring and we add another shoe to our – hope to test soon list. These launch in January 2012 and they look awesome.

More than half of Teva’s spring 2012 collection is comprised of new styles that appeal to active and adventurous consumers while staying true to Teva’s commitment to water, which continues to define the brand’s DNA.

The soon to be issued new style is the ReForge ion-mask™ and is beinc called by Teva the next evolution of the classic hiker. The moment you exit a watery environment, water drains through the midsole’s Drain Frame channels and the ion-mask-treated upper shrugs off water droplets. Unlike membrane waterproofing technologies, ion-mask is not a physical barrier to water, rather, it is an invisible nano-coating that makes the fabric totally hydrophobic. Being only nanometers thin, ion-mask does not add any weight and does not wash out or wear off with use.

The ReForge will be available on Teva in January 2012 and will sell for $130.

Having spent the last 8 months in the ocean paddling I am ready for the fall and chances to mountain bike. I miss the Wednesday night evening rides with the crew. Glad I have a pair of arm warmers for the fall weather.

Simple and functional. This Smart Wool Arm Warmer has seamless construction, you’ll stay comfortable and warm, and have maximum freedom of movement. A non-binding welt at the wrist and bicep openings will keep warmers in place. Available at REI, Smart Wool and Amazon.com.

Our friends at Paved Mag found this and we thank them.

This journal encourages us to take up travelling by bike – on short or long rides, through urban, suburban or rural areas, along roads, coasts and mountain paths – and record these colourful journeys. Nigel Peake’s beautiful drawings map out ideas and guide riders through new landscapes, both real and imaginary. With 20 illustrations, blank pages to write on and 4 envelopes to store mementoes of your journeys.

Not sure what to think of this

Andy B
www.twitter.com/outsideallday

More pictures and a full article at: www.coolhunting.com/design/sanomagic-wooden.php

More info on Sanomagic Wooden Bicycles: http://sanomagic.world.coocan.jp/Lineup/english_sanomagicbikelineup.htm

What amazing looking bikes!

Andy B
outsideallday.com

Rapha Continental – The Movie from RAPHA on Vimeo.

It’s 18 minutes long and well worth the watch. The story is beautiful, the camera work is beautiful, the pain and joy are well expressed, it’s fantastically done!

More info on Rapha Clothing at: www.rapha.cc

More info on the movie at: www.rapha.cc/rapha-continental-the-movie

More Rapha movies at: www.rapha.cc/amgen-tour-of-california-2011

HT JoeToProCycling.com for the video.

Andy B
twitter.com/outsideallday

Quiznos is one of the title sponsors and their launching a sweepstakes to win a VIP package during the race.

Description of the Quiznos Ultimate Cycling Experience:
Register for the Quiznos Ultimate Cycling Experience Sweepstakes, and you and a friend might find yourselves on a plane to Colorado where you’ll get exclusive VIP Access for three days of the USA Pro Cycling Challenge in August, 2011 through Breckenridge and Denver. You’ll be treated like cycling royalty at your deluxe Denver resort, which is just a leisurely walk from where history will be made — the finish line.

Enter at:
http://bikerace.quiznos.com/

I love bikes and eating!

Andy B
outsideallday.com

Project Aura: Bicycle Safety Lighting System from Project AURA on Vimeo.

To read the story go to:
http://www.core77.com/blog/transportation/project_aura_bike_safety_lighting_system_19349.asp

HT Chris Davis for the story.

Andy B
outsideallday.com