Subject: The Cycle Life: March 2013
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In This Issue

CycleLife Careers
Jersey Design Contest - Deadline Extended
Bicycle Safety Refresher
Your Creaky Bottom Bracket Solution
Steve's Five Essentials
From the Blog

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Upcoming Events
Saturday Ride [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001a5nn4GPg7sAbq92_5PeDwWNf9DBvQ_jcWmJPru-18yM6_jdDD8ArLBL6duVksLOjekrm7WKDq5lilhlqFwRD_MyrM4Q0cM3BsokZ4kvnhLk1_sXGlMUO5cw5cAx-EKgYCbBOr2F8fkzCjvWJ3g0w5zcou32OrBPHpFtf2hQCSLkHEBofXDqiMScLOUUnWV4X7pxN_PvQUoiuw5wKDSNqIlLobELN2SEhn_Cj1IoOz9RWqR8qENiN1E106yp31MwbSOfHjDNAYwJrk6zXKRuC4oJOalkmSwAs]
Every Saturday at 9:00AM
Leaves from CycleLife
Sunday Tempo Ride
Every Sunday at 10:00AM
Leaves from CycleLife
Led by members of the North Tek Gear Ladies team
Out to Poolesville and back
Sunday Skills Ride
Every Sunday at 10:00am
Leaves from CycleLife
Laps around Hains Point to practice group cycling dynamics
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CycleLife Careers

Thinking of changing gears in your career? CycleLife is always on the lookout for
passionate cyclists to join our team as mechanics and cafe aficionados. Interested?
Please submit a resume and cover letter to [email-masked] [mailto:[email-masked]].

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The Cycle Life
March 2013    Volume 2, Issue 3
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CycleLife Gran Fondo Team Jersey Design Contest - Deadline Extended!
Have you submitted your concept for the CycleLife Gran Fondo team jersey design 
contest yet? If not, you're in luck because the deadline for entries has just been
extended to Sunday, April 28th. Now that you have an additional four weeks to create
your artwork, we want to see YOUR design for a Gran Fondo team jersey. We know we've
got some creative, artistic customers out there and we can't wait to see what you
guys come up with!
Our only requests are that you keep your work of art to a maximum of four colors
 and stick within the parameters defined here [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001a5nn4GPg7sB24_QMf_kXmtKv150OwjxEHOwgGmWiNty5tH-u0CLIj7zd4Vo1nsgZHkiCEUBw3utLulQ_UNwL855wnMq8320C9qzgqrurnCzHROdDe0Pq_d-2jk1jJxx9DkCKUCK3yzg-OkmopkPQpZntqK8ns_oWPCifFR1bbgPKZAAHNLSklzDT0HzTPVKaYSD8ZsW3WnapoeDn03d40oiMH7gDimW_OykRPXQvYEqfz1UJbU405nDx5CgvMF_9F3by7NPj70odUmgGwitznjiHflxt5dnuxH4HmDKSVyk=].
All designs are due by Sunday, April 28th at 4:00pm and may be sent to [email-masked]
[mailto:[email-masked]], dropped off at the shop, mailed in, or delivered
 via carrier pigeon or Pony Express. Just get it to us by 4:00pm on April 28th and
you're good. The winner will, of course, receive a jersey of his or her very own
 to proudly wear wherever their bike takes them.
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Bicycle Safety Refresher
We know that our customers are the most dedicated cyclists there are, but sometimes
even the most avid cyclist could use a refresher on basic tips to stay safe. With
spring officially here and the weather warming up, we're guessing that you'll be
 spending quite a bit more time on your bike, which makes this an excellent time
 to remind yourself of some basic safety guidelines. We care about you - so please
just humor us and give the below items a glance.

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Wear a helmet. It should go without saying, but we feel compelled to say it anyway.
When riding in traffic, a mirror can be useful as well.  Our favorite is the EVT
 Safe Zone mirror (shown above).

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Obey traffic signs and signals. Cyclists have the same rights as cars, but we also
have to follow all the same rules of the road. Be responsible and give cyclists 
a good name.

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Ride with traffic, not against it. You are not a salmon; don't act like one.

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Use hand signals. Letting motorists and other cyclists know what you're planning
 to do is a big step to safe riding.

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Get a head light. Especially at night, but it's not a bad idea during the daytime
either. The best way to be safe, after all, is to be seen.

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And a tail light. Ditto above.

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Make eye contact with drivers before pulling into an intersection. Maybe that driver
sees you, but perhaps he doesn't. Before you pull into an intersection, make eye
 contact just to be sure.

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Think ahead. Try to predict what drivers and pedestrians might do next. Think how
you could extricate yourself from sticky situations that might pop up. Look out 
ahead for uneven pavement, grating, and other road hazards.

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Keep your bike in good repair. Riding safely is much easier when your tires have
 air, your chain is lubed, and your brakes are functioning properly. Always carry
emergency tools for unexpected repairs along the way.

Now, get out there and be safe!
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C-BEAR: Your Creaky Bottom Bracket Solution
C-BEAR is based in Belgium, meaning that its founders and product engineers know
 a thing or two about wet, rainy weather and how such conditions can wreak havoc
 on bike components. As a result, their bottom brackets and ceramic bearings are
 designed to withstand the worst conditions, lasting three to four times longer 
than standard bearings. Possibly best of all, C-BEAR bottom brackets make any frame
compatible with any crank, eliminating the need for shims and adapters.If you're
 tired of dealing with a creaky bottom bracket, C-BEAR's product line could be just
the answer you've been seeking.
C-BEAR bottom brackets have a two year warranty and are locally sourced exclusively
by CycleLife in the Washington, DC region. We think they make a great upgrade for
race season and our customers that have already made the switch seems to agree! 
Next time you're in the shop, ask us about C-BEAR and learn how their products can
make a difference in your ride.
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Steve's Five Essentials
What are your five cycling essentials - the five things you couldn't (or wouldn't
want to) do without? CycleLife Web Guy Steve recently shared with us his must-haves:

1. Cycling Cap. I almost always have a cycling cap on under my helmet; in the cold,
it keeps my head warm; in the rain, it keeps water out of my eyes; in the sun, it
keeps my eyes shaded; and when I need a haircut (for instance, right now), it keeps
my hair out of the way.
2. Flat kit. I have found the perfect flat kit, using a Jandd saddle bag with two
Specialized Turbo Tubes, two CO2 cartridges, a Genuine Innovations Air Chuck Elite
inflator, a Park multitool, a Pedros tire lever, a patch kit, and a spare house 
key.
3. Honey Stinger Waffles (Vanilla or Honey). I can only eat so many gels and chews
before I need something with some substance. The Stinger Waffles are like a honey
sandwich (one of my favorite riding snacks) without the mess.
4. Specialized Phenom saddle. Once I found a saddle I liked, I put the same one 
on every one of my bikes. The Phenom is comfortable on long road rides and 100 mile
mountain bike races, and gives all of my bikes a familiar feel.
5. Camera. I always try to ride with a camera, whether on my phone, a compact point
and shoot, or my DSLR with a couple of lenses. Having photos of my adventures is
 a great way to share cycling with my friends, and reminds me of the good times 
my bikes and I have had.

You can find all of Steve's essentials (except for the camera and the key to his
 house, of course) at CycleLife. If you're looking for a new cycling cap, saddle,
or snacks, consider giving one of his favorites a try. You might find a new essential
of your own!
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From the Blog: Issue 37 of Rouleur Now Available

The latest issue of Rouleur is now in stock at CycleLife. Rouleur is a different
 kind of cycling magazine, with beautiful imagery and high-quality storytelling.
 April's issue includes photo essays on the Arenberg Forest, one of the most exciting
sections of Paris-Roubaix, and a factory tour of component manufacturer Miche, plus
plenty of other cycling content.

One issue not enough? We still have a few copies each of Issues 34 and 35.

To read more from our blog, click here [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001a5nn4GPg7sCEVc4vsZSIToOrQPGgZ_hT736p-z_xtT_ZV1E3YImMiBqr7YTKAy4RVYtIMDMCTgCwkGNoerGVYBUV25A_gRWppk5FSOPv1lJ2o9yZndDkyoAEW9GE_-gT3GHjjyYrZnh8MeMWiKcrBZxRTumfO1Qvh2FY4eQTA4g4kgOtCsPhm4mvLlqYsgzZWBZQoxybr4rTvIspQs1uKwlVE2LVMVVWzfaIuRsd0fZGLGX3WDirYlwKTNb2Djkg18yt3GGi3hE=].
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See you out there!
The CycleLife Team
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