2009 Paris-Roubaix

Tom Boonen, the big Belgian, wins the gruelling Paris Roubaix, again… This Aprils race was the 107th running of the cobbles and makes for Boonens third victory here, previous victories were in 2005 and 2008. Boonen is starting to make what many in the sport argue is one of the toughest races on the calendar look easy. A grueling event, not just for the riders but for the bikes as well, due to the unforgiving road surface that the 259km race takes part on. Despite conditions this year being near perfect, the usual death toll of bikes soon began as did the broken bodies. Not only did the riders suffer this year but also some of the crowds of spectators of this popular event. A motor cycle belonging to race organizers crashed through barriers and sent 16 people to a hospitals in Lille most were minor injuries but four remained in serious condition at the time of writing.

Below is the top 10 finishers.

1. Tom Boonen (B), Quick Step, 259km in 6:15:53, (41.343kph)
2. Filippo Pozzato (I), Katusha, at 0:47
3. Thor Hushovd (N), Cervelo Test, at 1:17
4. Leif Hoste (B), Silence-Lotto, at 1:17
5. Johan Van Summeren (B), Silence-Lotto, at 1:22
6. Juan Antonio Flecha (Spa), Rabobank, at 2:14
7. Heinrich Haussler (Ger), Cervelo Test, at 3:13
8. Sylvain Chavanel (F), Quick Step, at 3:15
9. Manuel Quinziato (I), Liquigas, at 5:00
10. Matti Breschel (Dk), Saxo Bank, at 5:29

Jeff City Riders

Yesterday we suffered some technical difficulties with our Velocal site. For some time yesterday afternoon The Jeff City Riders group was mistakenly deleted from the system. All subscribers to the group were notified that the group had been closed. We worked late into the night with the Velocal support guy and happily the group was restored at around midnight. All rides and routes should be restored and all login details should work as before. If anyone has trouble logging in please contact us at the store by phone 636 9599 or email spiritcycleworks@yahoo.com or just drop in. Some people contacted us yesterday with security concerns but please rest assured that this was never a problem and it was purely an administrator error. All emails and details remained securely within the Velocal system. We thank you for your patience while we sorted this out and look forward to a full calendar of rides. A new issue of the Broken Spoke Newsletter will be sent soon and Pam is working on a couple of fun events for the group.

Thank you.

Mark and Pam
Hartsburg Cycle Depot

Tour of Hermann 2009

We have just received a stack of race magazines for the upcomming 'Tour of Hermann'. This will be the second annual tour and looks to be even bigger than last years event. It takes place on April 18 & 19 and anyone wanting more information about the event should go to the website for the event at
www.tourofhermann.com
Or drop into the shop and pick up one of the glossy magazines free of charge...

Campy 11 Update

Well the Campy 11 groups have been out a little while now and I must say I am impressed. I was a little sceptical of the durability of the whole 5.5mil chain and squeezing another cog in there but, it works and very well. A little too early to comment on the longevity of the system, only time will tell. There will be a small review on the new groups in our next newsletter so watch for that.

However, Campy are obviously convinced of the build quality of their stuff as they are offering an extended warranty on all 11 speed systems from 3 to 4 years. We have contacted all of the owners of systems from our store but if you purchased your systems elsewhere we urge you to take advantage of this offer. Just go to the Campy website and have your component serial numbers ready and away you go. If anyone has problems just give us a call.

E.T.A. Shimano Di2 Group!!!

Those who are waiting for the new electronic Di2 group from Shimano are going to have to wait a little longer. We have an estimate of delivery for late Feb. early March. Still cannot give a firm price as Shimano seem to have a different quote every time we ask. If you are interested in this kit and have not already pre-ordered it drop me an email and I will put you on the list. We do not expect there to be huge supplies of this group and I am sure every bike store in the country has a list as long as ours. So first up best dressed. We will have a firm price for you obviously before we commit you to an order. Although, of course blank checks can be left with Pam...

RockShox Closeouts

Hi Everyone,

Well we have the deal of the year for you. Anyone looking to replace a suspension fork on their 26inch MTB? Pam has got a bunch of RockShox Sid World Cup forks. There are some 100mm and 80mm options, all are disc only and all are already equipped with 'Pushloc' saving you even more money. These bad boys have a usual price tag of $1050. Pam is selling them now for,

$775, both 80 and 100mm versions.

When they are gone there gone. If you need any more info just give as a call or email us at the shop.

The Newsletter Is Back!!!

Well, It is finally here the Cycle Depot newsletter is back in print. Or online anyway. We have a new name "The Broken Spoke" and beside being the letter of our store will also incorporate the Jeff Riders cycling club.

If you are interested in receiving the Broken Spoke send us an email at spiritcycleworks@yahoo.com telling us you want to be added to the subscriber list.

Some hard copies will also be available for in store pick-up if you prefer.

If you have content you would like to have us include in the next issue or topics you would like us to cover, just let us know.