Kona's Plethora of 2-9'ers

As everyone should expect, Kona will be back in the expo at the 2-4. Last year was the warm up. This year, they're bringing their latest big wheel roll'n bad boys the Hei-Hei 29'er and the recently upgraded Kula Deluxe 29'er.

The Hei-Hei 29'er combines the un-compromised traction of a 29" wheel with the svelte lightweight characteristics of the traditional 26" Hei-Hei . Once you ride it you'll quickly notice why this is a Molotov cocktail of joy and happiness from the moment you throw a leg over it.

Also freshly upgraded on the Kona lineup; the Kula Deluxe 29'er. Much like last years launch into the 29'er market - only better! An upgraded fork and drive train make this one bad wammajamma. When you see the Kona guys at the event (ask'm for a beer) and take one of these trusty steeds for a demo ride.

Check'm out here & here!

24-Hour Town - Opens at Noon February 14th!

This is your friendly reminder from Epic Rides, 24 Hour Town will open promptly at Noon on Thursday, February 14th. ALL campers are welcome into town at Noon. Anyone arriving early will be kindly requested to wait at the entrance to the property at Willow Springs Rd. Your patience and cooperation are greatly appreciated.

PS: All tape used to mark-off unattended campsites prior to Thursday at Noon will be torn down and re-used to mark the course.

Event Fotos with Freeze Frame Fotography

Freeze Frame Fotography will be on-site shooting everything that goes down within the confines of 24 Hour Town. They'll attempt to capture each and every moment of glory you and your teammates have to offer; from catching involuntary air on the 3rd b*tch to watching your favorite teammate chug a gallon of milk immediately following his/her lap. Freeze Frame Foto will be there, camera in hand, waiting… for your teammate to puke.

Learn more about Freeze Frame Foto here

Thursday Evening Pre-rides with Oro Valley Bicycles

Wanna pre-ride the course but not sure where to go?

Join Oro Valley Bike Shop for a weekly course pre-ride on Thursday evenings. This friendly group of mountain bikers meets at the parking area next to the Willow Springs Arch and is pedaling by 6:30p sharp. This is a great way to check out the course plus meet lots of new people.

For more information and carpool details give Paul a call at 520-825-2751 or click here

Suggested Packet Pick-up Times and Locations

Epic Rides highly recommends picking up your rider packets and race numbers on either Tuesday or Thursday during the week of the event. By picking up your completed teams packet early you'll avoid lines and last second anxieties at the venue. Plus, once you arrive to 24 Hour Town you'll have one less thing to worry about and all the more time to sit back and soak up the experience - stress free.

Below are the times and locations we HIGHLY recommend picking up your packet. The two different locations are intended to accommodate people living on all ends of Tucson (or even a little bit outside…).

Tuesday, February 12th – Fair Wheel Bicycles; 5:30p – 9p
Located at: 1110 E. 6th St. Tucson, AZ 85719; Ph# - 520-884-9018
(Centrally Located Near the U of A)

Thursday, February 14th – Oro Valley Bicycles; 5:30p - 9p
2840 W. Ina Rd. Tucson, AZ 85741 Ph# - 520-544-5999
(Located on Northwest side of Tucson)

Rudy Project - 25% Discount Off All Helmets!

RUDY PROJECT is a proud sponsor of the 2008 Kona 24 Hours in the Old Pueblo. As a supporter of the event, Rudy Project is offering all race participants a 25% discount on their entire line of HELMETS. Greatly improved over the years, their helmets are some of the most comfortable and affordable helmets in the market.

Please visit www.E-Rudy.com to find the nearest dealer and print out the coupon. If a dealer is not conveniently located near you, please use the special code at check out: helmets to receive the 25% off your helmet (code is case sensitive).

Register for the 5th Annual Whiskey Off-Road

Scheduled for Saturday, April 26th the Whiskey Off-Road presents the perfect incentive to keep you pedaling and fit through the spring once the 24 Hours in the Old Pueblo has come and gone.

Plus, the Whiskey is located in the cool climates of Prescott at the end of April when Southern Arizona tends to present, should we say, a warmer less ride-friendly climate.

Click here to register!

Remember… Ride Your Bike

Because… it's good for your head.

Enjoy the ride,

Todd Sadow

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