Friday, August 28, 2015

Stradalli Cycle at Eurobike 2015

Stradalli Cycle got one step closer to becoming a global brand as they were invited to Eurobike 2015 in Germany this week. The largest bike show in the world will be host to over 70,000 people from over 100 countries and feature the latest technology and news in the cycling world, not just professional racing.

As Stradalli Cycle both manufactures and races bikes they have a dual advantage to being at such an event. There is no word yet on how this will impact the 2016 racing season as there is still a lot to do before the conclusion of the 2015 season with one more race for the USA Crits Series as well as the UCI Road World Championships in Richmond 2015 coming up in September.

Read more about Stradalli at Eurobike at the Stradalli Cycle Blog


Monday, August 24, 2015

Pictures of Stradalli Cycle around the world!

This weekend Bob McCarty and Stradalli Cycle CEO Tom Steinbacher took their bikes out for a ride in the beautiful woods of Germany and also got to race along the coast of Montpellier in the South of France. Later it was on to Andorra for the UCI worlds cross country Mtb and the ski slopes at La Massana



 

Thursday, August 20, 2015

Stradalli Cycle Offical Sponsor of Colombian National Team for Richmond 2015 UCI Road World Championships


Stradalli Cycle has just announced that they will be the official sponsor of the Colombian National Team for the UCI Road World Championships in Richmond this year. This is a huge honor for Stradalli Cycle as the event is one of the biggest in professional cycling in the entire world.

The Super Bowl is 1 day a year, brings about 100,000 - 150,000 people to the hosting city and gets around 125 million viewers on television. The World Championships last 7 days, will bring at least 450,000 people to Richmond and will be viewed by over 300 million viewers worldwide.

"People in this country don't realize how huge cycling is around the world. Pro cycling has been getting bigger in the States the last few years but I think this is the shot in the arm it needs. World's may do for cycling in the US what the World Cup did for soccer. The irony is that this is why the NFL, MLB, NHL and other sports leagues in America keep having games and events outside of the US. It is such a big world and if you can tap into worldwide sports you are going to see a completely different fan base that is bigger than you realized. Stradalli Cycle is proud to be a part of this event, we have a great relationship with the Colombia Cycling Federation and we are looking forward to heading to Richmond 2015." Stradalli Cycle CEO Tom Steinbacher

You can read the official press release at Stradalli Cycle

Wednesday, August 19, 2015

The Ultimate Bike for South Florida from Stradalli Cycle


South Florida is quickly becoming one of the top cycling communities in the country, but what is the best bike to have? When you say Miami people think about the beaches and the night life. But when you say South Florida you are talking about much more than that. Ft. Lauderdale, , West Palm Beach, Miami, Key West, Boca Raton, Orlando, Tampa, the Everglades and more. These all make up one of the most diverse communities in the world and every year millions of tourists come to visit. Biking is a major recreational activity here and people have been wondering what the best bike to use is? The debate is because if you are biking in Boca Raton you may take a completely different type of route than you would if you were in the Everglades.

So what is the best bike to get? Should you get a road bike or a mountain one? What about the cheap ones you can get at retail stores? Here’s the problem, if you get a cheap one from a retail store you have no way of knowing how reliable it can be. The South Florida terrain and weather can be tough on a cycle and you want something that is not only going to survive, but is lightweight and durable. Remember, for a lot of people their bicycle is more than just a recreational toy, it is a way to get to and from work, it is a way for them to spend time with their family and a form of exercise. Cycles are more than just toys and you need to put thought into it just like when you are purchasing a car. Go cheap and you get what you paid for, but you do not have to pay over the top either.

Carbon fiber bikes are great because they are affordable, durable and light weight. Again we mention light weight because of the importance that can have if you are cycling in South Florida whether it be Miami, the keys or anywhere else. Imagine having to carry your bike up a flight of stairs when you get to work or loading it up in your car as you head out to the Everglades for a fun weekend ride? That’s when you want to have a bike that is light weight and easy to carry. The irony is and what pushes a lot of people away from carbon cycles is that they believe because the bicycle weighs less it is not as durable. The opposite is the case when it comes to bicycles. The heavier the bike, the more it is going to be a burden when you ride and the less durable it is. Carbon fiber is stronger than aluminum; it lasts longer and can take more of a pounding.

So now you know that the best bicycle to get for South Florida are carbon fiber ones but what is the best model to get? There are multiple to choose from and you have so many uses for it that you need one that is versatile. That would be a Cyclocross bike. These bikes are awesome because they have the right size and design to fit almost any need, especially when you are using it in the multiple terrains of South Florida. You can take them up a mountain (not that you have to worry about that here), take them on a trail in the Everglades, ride to work, ride down to the beach and everything else you can think of to do on a cycle. The term “Cyclocross” literally means a cross between multiple types of cycles and that’s what makes this the perfect bike to get.

Here is another thing to keep in mind if you are one of those “a bike is just a bike” types of people. If you are attempting to get healthier and lose weight there is no better exercise equipment you can have than a bike. The reason is because cycling eliminates the “excuses” we create to get out of exercising. The number 1 reason people skip workout’s is because they do not have time or they are too tired. That’s fine, you can be busy but what if instead of trying to find time to work out you just ride your bike to work and back? All of a sudden your busy schedule works in your favor as you are using your new carbon fiber bike to get to work, spend time with your family, get exercise, have some fun around town and more.  

Finally, let’s be honest, carbon fiber bikes look awesome and they are the exact bike you want to be riding when you are cruising down A1A. Do you really need more of a reason than that?

Tuesday, August 11, 2015

Carbon Fiber Bike: The Only Gym Equipment You Need


You bought gym equipment and it just sits there. We’ve all done it but the problem is you need to get healthier. You want to lose weight, have more energy, look better, feel better and more! You desperately want it but by the time you get off work, run errands and take care of everything else you have to do you are too exhausted to watch TV much less workout. That’s the reason you need a carbon fiber cycle, it is the gym equipment you don’t have to use for working out and still have fun with. You can’t take a treadmill everywhere, you can’t take weights everywhere but you can take a bike anywhere you want and in a lot of cases you can even ride it. Here are some reasons you should; actually you need to get a carbon fiber bike specifically:

1.     You get what you paid for: Carbon fiber bikes may be more money than the ones you get in retail stores but there is a reason. They last longer, weigh less and can take much more of a beating than your typical bikes. Those may not seem like important factors but consider this, when you have to haul your bike upstairs don’t you want it to be lighter? When you are going on a trail in the middle of the woods don’t you want to have the best quality bike? Those are two pretty good reasons to have a carbon fiber cycle.

2.     It pays for itself: What do you pay a month for gas? Imagine if you could cut that number in half! Now imagine being able to get rid of your gym membership, you don’t have to buy workout equipment and you also have less wear and tear on your car. Those are all things that happen when you have a cycle and use it frequently.




3.     Little motivation to get healthy: Buying workout equipment is not what is going to motivate you to get healthier. Getting that gym membership won’t either. The common mistake made when people search for health advice to lose weight is that they think if they eliminate watching TV and eating pizza they will naturally be healthier. Then you notice you are watching TV at the restaurant while eating a burger. Unless you are a professional athlete getting a workout doesn’t have to be an inconvenience, it can actually be fun. The more you workout the more motivated you are to eat healthy because you do not want to spoil your progress. So rather than having to run to the gym after work to get an hour of exercise in why not ride your bike to and from work?

4.     Wave to the nice people: You may not love the idea of riding your bike to and from work at first but wait until you do it. Remember your morning commute, the traffic, the cars not going on the green light because they are too busy looking at their cell phones, the construction workers standing around having their third cup of coffee? That’s what you are going to miss when you ride your bike to work! Can you do without all of that? Hopefully, but be sure to wave to all the nice people as you pass them by.

5.     Serenity now: Stress is a big factor in everyone’s lives and any health advice article you read will tell you that. The more stress you have the less likely you are to eat healthy and workout on a regular basis. Cycling helps with stress because going for a ride helps your mind to relax, it releases endorphins in your body which helps to increase happiness by reducing anxiety and depression and much more. How’s that for health advice?

When you are looking for carbon fiber bikes the important thing to remember is that you are investing in a lifestyle change, not just trying to lose weight or find a cheap way to get to work. Cycling is addicting and it goes well beyond health advice because people fall in love with the hobby and they incorporate it with everything. That’s why cycling is the most effective exercise for weight loss, it’s not because you are going full throttle 2 hours a day, it’s because you use your bike for so many reasons and it helps you to cut down on eating poorly. There are plenty of other advantages to having a bike but do you really need more than that?

Friday, August 7, 2015

Stradalli Cycle Summer Clearance Sale Continues


The Stradalli Cycle summer clearance sale has been extended through the end of August. This is a great opportunity to get a carbon fiber bike for 25-40% off. Road bikes, mountain, time trial, cyclocross and more. Get these bikes at the best possible prices you will find anywhere and get them before the sale ends.

You can also find great deals on racing apparel, wheel sets and more. How confident are we in our products? Stradalli Cycle has its very own pro race team and sponsors multiple teams and racers all around the world. That’s standing by your product in a big way the fact that you have pro racers all around the world compete AND win on your bikes.

So when you are thinking about getting a new bike make sure you go with a carbon fiber one. Carbon fiber bikes weigh considerably less than the standard ones you will find at retail stores which may not seem like a big deal until you need to load it in the car or carry it up a flight of stairs. That’s when you will appreciate having a lighter cycle but it’s much more than that.

These cycles are more durable, give you a better ride and can take more of a beating. If you want to give cycling a real shot and get the most out of it then you need to start with the right equipment. That’s why cycling is such a passion for people and the right cycle could be the last piece of gym equipment you ever have to buy.

Thursday, August 6, 2015

Stradalli Cycle Pro Race Team Begins Road Trip In Luxury

The Stradalli Cycle pro racing team is heading to Pennsylvania for another USA Crits Series race. This time the team gets to travel in the new Stradalli Cycle team bus which they are all very excited about.

 “We couldn’t wait to drive the team bus up to the race. Tom has been texting us pictures all week and we wanted to leave as soon as possible. It’s so spacious we aren’t sitting over luggage, we each have our own space to lie down and stretch out, walk around if we want and the big screen TV doesn’t hurt either.” Stradalli Cycle Pro Racer Yosvany Falcon

You can read more about the trip and the team at the Stradalli Cycle Blog


Tuesday, August 4, 2015

Filming Continues for European Reality TV Show



Filming for the reality TV show about Demon's Cycle and Stradalli Cycle owner and entrepreneur Tom Steinbacher continues this week with a focus on both companies, his home and more. The film crew has shot scenes at multiple South Florida locations and will be focusing on Stradalli Cycle this week as the race team is set to compete in the  USA Crits Series Race the Iron Hill Twilight Criterium in West Chester Pennsylvania. You can read more about the show and the race team at the Stradalli Cycle Blog