Tag: components

  • 2012 Shimano Ultegra Di2 + Upgrade Kit

    New for this year, Shimano has released their second electronic shifting group, Shimano Ultegra Di2. This 2012 component group includes a host of improvements, which will be transfered over to the next iteration of Shimano Dura Ace Di2.

  • Package Deals: SRAM, Dura Ace, Campy, and Zipp

    At Asterisk*Cycles, we can offer you a full range of components, from SRAM, Zipp, Enve, to more esoteric manufacturers like AX-Lightness. Here are a few package deals we’ve put together, perfect for upgrading your bike for the coming season. Campagnolo Super Record 11 + Campagnolo Bora Utlra Two  $5,000 USD SRAM Red +  Fulcrum Racing…

  • 2011 Models From Colnago, Pinarello, Time, and Giant Available

    The 2011 models from Colnago, Pinarello, TIME, Giant and other manufacturers are now available. We’ve already accepted orders for a few new 2011 TIME modules and Giant. If you’re interested in ordering your own dream bike, send us an email at asteriskcycles at gmail dot com. We’ve got MTBs and road bikes in stock and…

  • Shimano WH7850 C24 Tubular Wheels & Components

    At Asterisk*Cycles, we’ve got access to not only great bikes from Giant to Pinarello, but also great components, from Shimano, SRAM, and Campagnolo. This includes full gruppos, from Campy Super Record 11 to Shimano Dura Ace Di2.

  • The Ultimate Weight Weenie

    Unlike my previous post, this build is a no holds bar try at making an ultra-light bike. Although there could be other options for the frameset, I’ve decided to build upon a Scott Addict R1 frame, which weighs 790g. While the AX Alpha could be used in such a build, it’s not yet available and…

  • Jason From Fairwheel Bikes Reviews & Tests 28 Hubs

    Jason from Fairwheel Bikes put together this comprehensive review of 28 different hubs. I’m currently reading it right now and I always enjoy Jason’s thoughts on components.

  • Velocite Frames, Bikes & Prices

    As mentioned before, I’ve become a Velocite dealer. They don’t just make great frames, they also make some great, lightweight components. Some of these are extremely light. I’ve posted weights for some of these.

  • Velocite Millennium Elite SRAM Red

    Here are some new photos that I took of the Velocite Millennium. Now before you comment on my riding position, I’d just like to mention that I had some back problems last month. That’s why the handlebars are a bit high. They’ll come down in a few weeks and I’ll have it cut down further,…

  • New European Bicycle Equipment Supplier

    I’ve started working with a new European supplier. This means that I’ve got some great new prices on a bunch of new cycling gear, from frames, wheels to component groups.