THE NEW KIT HAS LANDED

Fresh off the docks, Crankstar's latest kit has arrived. With prices for the CS Edge Short Sleeve Race Cut Jersey @$109.90 and the CS Air Race Cut Jersey @$119.90. Two choices for bibs as well with the CS Edge Bib Shorts @$149.90 and the CS Razor Bib Shorts @$199.90. We also have caps, gloves, musettes and socks to compliment the outfit. Come check it out in store @Crankstar.

YES, IT'S FOR SALE

 Yes, it's true. After many enquiries and a great deal more compliments out on the road, Crankstar's first themed show bike is for sale. The reason? We have something special on the way and a bike this unique should be seen out on the road and not in a garaged collection. What makes this build so special is all of the time and skill that has gone into the paintwork as well as the subtle hints of colour that highlight all that is Parlee.

The spec...

-2011 Parlee Z4 ML (56cm top tube) custom painted in Rootbeer Candy

-2011 Sram Force custom painted in Rootbeer Candy

-Quark Power Crank 172.5mm custom painted in Rootbeer Candy with Orange chainring Bolts

-Chris King Bottom Bracket

-Thomson Stem & Seatpillar

-3T Rotundo LTD carbon bars

-Enve 1.25 Tubular Rims

-Tune Orange Hubs

-Conti GP4000 Tubulars

-Garmin Edge 705

-King Cages custom brushed in copper

-San-marco Concor saddle

The price... $6500

For all enquiries, contact Crankstar.

PROJECT Z5 2012 - STAGE 1

So with Parlee introducing 2 new colour schemes to this year's 2012 Z5 line-up, it was only natural that we were going to take the new theme and run with it. Here are just a few quick snaps of the new Campagnolo Record groupset that will be paired with the new Silver Z5.The first instalment begins...

 Classy pin-stripes will give this build that understated yet bold feel that should make heads turn for that second look.

 Subtle hints of the double pin-stripes set the rear mech off. Bike porn at it's finest.

 Campag may not be so friendly when pulling apart and assembling, but we think it's worth it.

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Keep an eye out for the next few instalments or come check out the progress at Crankstar.

NEW COLOURS FOR PARLEE'S Z5

 Parlee is now offering their flagship Z5 in 3 new colour options for 2012. Options include this Silver number with some sweet red and black highlights. Also on offer are two white versions with a blue or orange accent to keep you standing out in the bunch. Swing by Crankstar to check out the new colour options as well as the new Z5 SLI for your new Shimano or Campagnolo intergrated groupset.

SO THIS IS WHY WE LOVE INDEPENDENT FABRICATIONS

Former IF racer and camera maestro Logan Hodson paid Independent Fabrications a recent visit and took a bit of footage. Here's the link to their blog. It will make you all warm and tingly!

http://ifbikesblog.blogspot.com.au/2012/01/video-newmarket-shop.html

THE NEW CRANKSTAR KIT DESIGN

The new 2012 Crankstar kit has been designed and a late February delivery date scheduled.

As you may have noticed, we have made the switch to Champion Systems for 2012. The decision was an easy one as they can produce different garments using the same design but at different price points. This will give the Crankstar customer an option of price and quality.

There has been a lot of interest in this years kit already, so to make sure you get a set in the first shipment, I would recommend you forward order soon.

As you can see, we have kept with the two tone blue with grey but introduced an orange into the kit for 2012. We also have gloves, caps, musettes, skinsuits and socks to compliment the apparel.

Come in and see us at Crankstar to make sure you are one of the first to pimp the new kit.

FIRST LOOK - ENVE 1.45 TUBULARS

Ok, so when I say first look I may be stretching the truth a little. In fact, I have had the pleasure of both training and racing an entire U.S. pro season on every rim Enve has in their arsenal. The 1.45 Tubulars pictured here being just one of the road options available.

Versatility is the first word that comes to mind when riding these 1.45's. It's a rim for all occasions. The weight for this wheelset built into a DT Swiss 240 hub set is only 1128 grams!

This easily puts it in the uber light category without making any sacrifices to the strength and durability of the wheel.

So when I say no sacrifices, I mean hubs and spokes. DT Swiss 240 hubs paired with Sapim CX Ray spokes to be precise. Along with the rims, these build into a race wheel that rivals anything on the market. The guys at Enve realised that to build the best product possible, it would make more sense to pair their carbon rims with products already tried and tested. This also gives you options. You can get these puppies built into Chris King or Alchemy hubs and still rival the price of a Zipp.

Performance. These wheels are stiff and responsive. Even the 1.65's accelerate like a wheel with half the rim depth. These wheels performed effortlessly in crosswinds. All in all, I thought the 1.65's where the choice for crits. The 1.45 shown here was definitely the best all rounder performing well in every condition. For the everyday rider, they also offer this wheel in a clincher model. .

Retail for this tubular wheelset with DT Swiss 240's starts at $3149 with the clincher model $3369.

Come in and see us at Crankstar to get a deal and get you rolling on a new set of hoops today.

Here's a quick pic of an absolute hitter tearing up the Roswell Crit on a pair of 1.65's.

Just thought I'd throw that one in. Too fast, too furious!