Archive for February, 2010
It’ll Be All Whyte On The Night
by Tony on Feb.25, 2010, under Whyte News, Whyte Reviews
Let’s face it, bike manufacturers spend fortunes on research and development to create bikes that inspire riders.
So when we hear about some praise from an ordinary ‘man on the mountain’ about our product, with no axe to grind and nothing to gain from saying nice things about our bikes it is music to our ears. (continue reading…)
Luke’s First Season Victory on Home Turf
by Tony on Feb.23, 2010, under Whyte News, Whyte Racing
Whyte Racer Luke Smith – the Botswana National MTB Champion – has won his first race of the season on home soil, the Super Masters at the first round of the Gorrick. Luke’s no stranger to success in the series and was seen as the man to beat on what was described as a dry course despite the snow. He rode his Whyte 19 hard in the four-lap event. This is Luke’s report. (continue reading…)
Get Fit With Billy
by Tony on Feb.12, 2010, under Whyte Racing
The joy of riding up hill and down dale is that anyone can do it, but cross-country pros do it faster and for longer. Here, cross-country ace Billy Whenman teaches you the essential skills you need to get riding well and help you overcome the tricky scenarios you might encounter on the trail. Read Doddy’s article for MBUK here or go to http://www.bikeradar.com/fitness/article/flow-like-a-pro-hone-your-skills-with-billy-whenman-24909
Billy’s Double Whammy Win
by Tony on Feb.12, 2010, under Whyte Racing
For most racers, one event in a day is enough and certainly they usually stick to the same discipline. But not for Whyte racer Billy Whenman. He recently took on a Cross race and an MTB event in one day and won them both with the Whyte Jersey on the podium. This young man is a force to be reckoned with. This is the report of Billy’s big day out… (continue reading…)
MBR’s First Look at Entry Level E-120S
by Tony on Feb.08, 2010, under Whyte Reviews
MBR published its first look at the all-new Whyte E-120S in the March issue of the magazine and described the bike as extremely agile on tricky singletrack.
What the Trailhead said: “Great clearances and good choice for all year round use.”
“Good fun on loamy trails!”
You can read the full write-up here or go here for your nearest Whyte dealer.
Whyte 905 Hammers Stumpy in MBR Head to Head
by Tony on Feb.08, 2010, under Whyte Reviews
Whyte’s aluminium hardtail – the 905 – has won a head to head with a Stumpjumper in the March edition of MBR magazine.
The 905 scored a 9 pointer – two full points clear of the competition.
What did they say about the Whyte? “This bike could actually convince us to mothball our full-suspension bikes in the winter!”
“Ride quality is streets ahead!”
Visit the MBR website here. Or Find your local Whyte dealer here for a test ride. (continue reading…)
Luke Braves The Brass Monkey Weather
by Tony on Feb.08, 2010, under Whyte Racing
Whyte Racer Luke Smith is shortly off to defend his African national title on his Whyte 19 but is still getting his eye in the UK where conditions have been a little colder than the sun-worshipper can expect on the sub-continent! At the Third Round of the aptly named Brass Monkey Luke managed another podium finish despite learning a lesson about mixing old parts with new. This is his report: Brass Monkey Round 3
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Whyte Night evening Chevin Cycles in Otley
by atb on Feb.05, 2010, under Whyte News
Thursday February 11th from 5pm
An interesting evening of Bikes, chat, free beer and refreshments.
Struggling to make a decision about what bike to buy for next season? Let Whyte help you to make up your mind at the exclusive “Whyte Night” event at Chevin Cycles
Featuring the design led range of British designed, high performance Whyte Bikes for you to view and drool over in a rare opportunity to see the whole range together in one place – including the unique and groundbreaking E-120, the 19lbs 19 Carbon XX works and the award winning 19 Titanium and 905 trailbikes.
Free refreshments included, such as Beer, Pizza and coffee with a relaxed atmosphere to ask Justin, the Whyte Brand Manager questions about the bikes and the philosophy behind them.
Special offers for any bikes ordered on the night.
5pm -7pm
Please register your interest by calling Chevin on 01943 462773 or emailing info@chevincycles.com as spaces are limited. Click here to visit the Chevin website.
Too far to Travel ? Other Whyte Night events will soon be announced in other areas of the country soon.
Luke Back in Action
by Tony on Feb.01, 2010, under Whyte Racing
Whyte Racer Luke Smith – our African Champion – was back on familiar territory in Thetford for the third round of the Winter Series. It was his first race of the season and he made a creditable fourth place behind some stiff competition in the four hour race. This is Luke’s report:
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