Edge Design Wheels - Tough Enough for Paris Roubaix?

Here's a powerful testimonial on our Edge Design Sidewinder carbon wheels' performance in the Vuelta of Uruguay by Sterling Magnell, member of the Wonderful Pistachios Pro Cycling Team. Sterling was part of the Wonderful Pistachio team that ventured "down South" for the event this Spring. What with this review, we wouldn't be surprised if a set made it into and through Paris Roubaix for 2012.

"Uruguay was a tough race, crosswinds, bad roads, rain and 100 miles stages. My 8.5 Sidewinders performed like champions every day without fail. One day I lost both water bottles and my Garmin broke due to the road conditions. Wheels? FINE!!

For a full carbon clincher this is a first for me as they gave me a lot of confidence in my race wheels going into any competition under any conditions. As I weigh in at 200lbs and am a sprinter, I ask a lot of my wheels, I can't think of a tougher real time, in competition test for any wheel. I can openly endorse and recommend the Edge Sidewinders to my racing and recreational peers with full confidence."

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Q&A with Tim Farnham of the Wonderful Pistachio Pro Cycling Team

We thought it would be fun if Ernie talked with one of the leading riders for the Wonderful Pistachio Pro Cycling Team and get some insight as to what it takes to be a professional cyclist. We hope you enjoy this short but fun interview.

Ernie: How did you get into cycling especially since being so "brawny", I am sure you were involved in a lot of contact sports?

Timmo: I was a swimmer since I was 6 years old through most of high school. After I went to college I kept eating and ballooned from 165 pounds to 205. So I purchased a bike to lose some weight.

Ernie: Most memorable/favorite race?

Timmo: Philly. Hands down!!

Ernie: Favorite training meal?

Timmo: Denny's Grand Slam. bacon, pancakes, oatmeal, and toast.

Ernie: Favorite cycling route

Timmo: The infamous King Ridge in Sonoma County. I know I'm fit when I can do that and not feel zapped.

Ernie: What do you eat on the bike (if anything) and why?

Timmo: I love chocolate powerbars. Brownie, chocolate fudge, chocolate peanut butter... All good. The fruit smoothie ones are awesome too. But on longer rides it is nice to have "real food" too. I make banana Nutella hotdogs.

Ernie: What is your most important bike related "object" that you cannot do without?

Timmo: Dura Ace

Ernie: Why live in Santa Rosa?

Timmo: The bike community is great. Lots of amazing routes. Lots of good vino too ;-)

Ernie: Other then ride your bike, what else do you enjoy doing?

Timmo: I am kind of a foodie. So I love experimenting with cooking, coffee production methods, and dining out. It's a good thing I bike much! Really I'm just a fat kid at heart.

Ernie: Thanks alot Tim and good luck on the upcoming races.

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Outstanding Testimonial on Edge Time Trial Bars

A testimonial from Matt Abbott, a seasoned racer and time trialist:

They’re super light, fully adjustable, very comfortable, and sexy as hell! The over-sized grips at the end of the extensions really help keep your hands and wrists comfortable and made me feel like I had better control of the bike. The arm rests are fully adjustable and do a great job of cradling your arms and keeping them tucked in with no effort. The wings are very aero and stiff; they feel solid even while cranking on the brake handles in a sprint. In short: these bars make the pain and suffering of a TT a lot more bearable!

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Treat the Bum With Care
Edge Design Saddles

Another Great Testimonial on the Edge Design Saddles From Another Successful Road Racer

This has to be the most comfortable saddle I've ever ridden. Usually with racing saddles I'll start to feel my sit bones digging into it after several hours and end up with saddle sores. After testing the Edge saddle on several long training rides, my legs were the only part of my body that was hurting afterward. No sores, no numbness! I've finally found the saddle that helps keep me comfortable even during the most grueling ride. If you have ever had similar issues with your saddle I strongly suggest that you check this one out!

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Edge Design Sponsored Athletes' Race Results

Edge has sponsored several teams and individual riders have been burning up the races. This includes great results from the Wonderful Pistachios Pro Cycling Team, Firefighters Cycling p/b Advocare, the Red Peloton and the Early Bird Women's Developmental Cycling Team. Although the list of podiums and wins would be too extensive to list completely here, we have summarized the more notable results. You can always follow our facebook or twitter accounts to see timely results.

• Cybil Silberman of the Early Bird Women's Developmental Cycling Team wins the Golden State Omnium for Category 3 Women
• Caitlin Scheder-Bieschin, Early Bird Developmental Cycling Team, won the Dunlap Time Trial for Junior 17/18 girls
• The Red Peloton Cycling Team won the TTT at the Dunlap Time Trial
• Caitlin Scheder-Bieschin, Early Bird Developmental Cycling Team, won the Nor Cal Junior Points Series for 17/18 girls!
• Diego Yepez, Firefighters Cycling, earns two silver and one gold at the Mexico Olimpiada Nacional 2011
• Katie Styer, Early Bird Developmental Cycling Team, won the Dash for Cash Criterium for Category 4 women
• Cybil Silberman, Early Bird Developmental Cycling Team, won the Category 3/4 Women's Memorial Day Criterium in Morgan Hill
• Katie Styer, Early Bird Developmental Cycling Team, won the Judgment Day Time Trial Alley Cat Race
• Caitlin Scheder-Bieschin, Early Bird Developmental Cycling Team, won the Junior 17-18 girls race at Cat's Hill

We are very proud of our sponsored athletes and look forward to many more successful results.

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Join Us At Steven Cozza's Giro Bello Classic

We are a sponsor of the Steven Cozza's Giro Bello Classic on the 25th of June. If you are free that day, why don't you come ride this event. There are multiple route options that showcase many of Sonoma County's beautiful scenery. Registration is still open, although we hear it is filling up fast, so don't wait.

This scenic tour includes rest stops at La Crema Winery, Robert Young Winery and Trentadue Winery as well as the challenging, yet breathtakingly beautiful Geysers climb (Century Route only). Expo/After-Party features great Sonoma County cuisine and live music all afternoon.

We will also be at the Expo/After-Party so make sure you come by and say hello. We will have a couple of demo bikes as well as a great sample of our products for you to look at. This is going to be an awesome event so don't miss out.

To find out more about the Giro Bello or to register, please visit the Giro Bello website.

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