Circle the Summit / 6th Annual Bob Guthrie Memorial RideSummit County, ColoradoAugust 17, 2013 Without a doubt, the Circle the Summit/Bob Guthrie Memorial Ride is your opportunity to experience some of the most beautiful and challenging cycling in Colorado. That's why the USA Pro Cycling Challenge chose to come through Summit County for its inaugural ride, and why they’re returning this summer. The ride is not only difficult enough for professionals, but breathtaking enough to broadcast…
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Cycling Discipline Determines a Specific Position in Saddle Elastic Interface is the brand that gives its name to a wide range of hi-tech cycling pads laying the foundation for the CyTech company which was launched in 2000. Their vision was to imagine a totally elastic cycling chamois as the cyclist-bicycle interface and their patented technology was developed and refined over years and now sets a worldwide standard. CyTech understands that each cycling discipline determines a specific…
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Pactimo congratulates fellow Coloradan, Kristin McGrath for her third place finish at the Amgen Tour of California Women's Time Trial. Evelyn Stevens (Specialized-lululemon), the former U.S. national champion, took first in the 31-kilometer TT with 55:49, followed 56 seconds later by Alison Powers (NOW-Novartis for MS). Kristin McGrath (Exergy TWENTY16) would claim third with 1:24 behind the leader. In addition to bringing attention to Kristin's outstanding effort, Pactimo is also thrilled to announce the recent partnership…
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Vanderkitten veteran gets coveted spot in the Amgen Tour of California Time Trial The Amgen Tour of California will be hosting an elite women’s time trial in conjunction with its stage 6 TT in San Jose on May 17th, and Vanderkitten's Rhae Shaw will be among the field. This year’s invitation-only event will feature 15 elite riders, including women who are Olympians, world champions, national champions, and champions of other prestigious cycling events. “As the…
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"Fast Freddie" Rodriguez is coming to Jelly Belly! The Jelly Belly Cycling Team presented by Kenda announced today that they have signed three-time U.S. National Champion and seven-time Tour de France rider Fred Rodriguez. “We’re more than excited to obtain Fred Rodriguez and have him part of the team for the remainder of the season,” said team General Manager and Director Danny Van Haute. “Fred’s experience and leadership will be a huge asset for Team Jelly…
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Our friend, and long-time competitive cyclist, Mark Swartzendruber ("Druber") is featured in a SRAM full-page ad in VeloNews this month. (Couldn't happen to a nicer guy!) [See a larger version of the ad here] So, we thought we'd share this video Mark did a couple years back where he gives us a rundown of the Scarlet Fire team sponsors and shows us what it looks like to be on an Elite Masters team. Pactimo is…
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Pactimo is thrilled to announce the Davis Phinney Foundation as our May 10in10 campaign selection. Since 2004, the Davis Phinney Foundation has invested more than $3.8 million in initiatives to support, inform and inspire people living with Parkinson’s to live well today. Tens of thousands of people living with this disease have been directly touched by one of their fabulous programs or through the Davis Phinney Foundation’s inspirational message: it is possible to live well…
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GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO May 1, 2013 – Pactimo, a Denver based provider of premium cycling and triathlon apparel, is excited to announce the Davis Phinney Foundation as their May 10in10 campaign selection. The 10in10 campaign was designed with the goal of benefitting ten non-profit organizations in 2013. The program commemorates Pactimo’s tenth year of operations, as well as its core mission of having a positive impact on society. “We are excited to partner with this…
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August 4th -10th 2013 — 469 Challenging Colorado Mountain Miles Its been called the most challenging Road Bike Tour in Colorado! The 2013 CRMBT promises to once again be the premier weeklong Colorado bicycle tour. The Central and Northern Rocky Mountains offer challenging climbs, beautiful scenery and fun mountain towns for all of the 2013 participants. CRMBT is going to less travelled spots as well as some of the Classics with our own Triple. What makes…
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by Stephen Gallagher, DigDeep Coaching Head Coach We are entering part of the year when all of our focus is on the first races and how we are going to fare against our peers after a hard winter’s training. The excitement is part of the anticipation, as the sign on sheet awaits to kick off the 2013 season. What you maybe haven’t thought about is how you will fit in your training and progression through the racing…
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by Chloe Woodruff, crankbrothers Race Club Sea Otter quickly comes and goes each year with little time for reflection or much of anything. It’s one part bike racing, one part trade show and another part an opportunity to catch up with sponsors. It’s always chaotic but it is still the cycling event in the country and the chaos confirms that cycling is very much alive and well. The women’s cross-country field was the most competitive I’ve…
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DigDeep Coaching becomes the new name for established coaching company, Forme Coaching. The team are delighted to announce the name change and will continue to build on developing individuals worldwide with passion and drive to make improvements in cycling and triathlon. Why DigDeep Coaching? ‘We’ve all heard it. Love it or hate it, it’s what you have to do at that crucial moment when one more climb on your first sportive might break you, making that attempt…
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Visit us at Sea Otter Classic and register to win! Stop by the Pactimo tent (#141) at Sea Otter in Monterey, CA - April 18 - 21, 2013 - for a chance to win a free cycling kit or a year's subscription to either Bicycling or Velo magazine. We will be having two drawings daily. We look forward to seeing you there!
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by Stephen Gallagher, Dig Deep Coaching Head Coach When we look at top athletes in sports such as cycling and running, we see fluidity in their movement – effortless and ‘smooth’ to the naked eye. Some great examples of this can be seen in African runners whose physique gives them an edge to run at a high pace with little cost to energy stores. Another example is that of Elite Pro cycling where the cadence…
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GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO. April 3, 2013 – Pactimo a Denver based provider of premium cycling and triathlon apparel, has revealed Mount Saint Vincent as their April 10in10 campaign selection. The 10in10 campaign was designed with the goal of benefitting ten non-profit organizations in 2013. The program commemorates Pactimo’s tenth year of operations, as well as its core mission of having a positive impact on society. “We are eager to support Denver’s own Mount Saint Vincent for…
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by Dan Fleeman, Forme Coaching Head Coach Recently there has been much debate in the press regarding riders, and in particular Team Sky racing with powermeters. Some riders like Vincenzo Nibali (who races with a powermeter) says this nullifies the race and makes it boring as Team Sky riders are using their powermeters to pace what effort they need to ride at to catch the breakaway. Whichever side of the fence you sit on with this there…
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Year Round Development by Stephen Gallagher, Forme Coaching Head Coach. Part of every cycling year is the usual ‘pre-season’ training followed by the ‘race season’, which is where you want to put into practice the hard work and developmental gains made during the off season. However, the time between race season and pre-season training is where you can potentially lose those gains or it can be a phase of major influence allowing you to again…
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Having returned from a tough training camp in Portugal at the beginning of March, Metaltek-Knights of Old blue and yellow army hit the road scene fired up ready to do battle in 2013. Six riders consisting of Dale Appleby, Kit Gilham, Rob Orr, Gruff Lewis, Matt Pilkington and Chris Bartlett headed to Northern Africa to compete in the Tour de Algerie UCI 2.2. A tough race due to weather conditions and terrain made the results…
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After a year of racing as an independent mountain biker in the UK former Cervelo TestTeam pro Daniel Fleeman has started his own off-road team. The UK based rider spent 2012 building up his coaching business, Forme Coaching, after retiring from the professional road scene after a final stint at Raleigh. However after dipping his toes in the UK mountain bike circuit last year he has ventured into team management with the Forme Coaching –…
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10 Tips for Making Race Objectives by Dan Fleeman, Forme Coaching Head Coach Whilst Graeme Obree once said that if you set targets which seem achievable, then you’re not setting your sights high enough, goals still have to be realistic. Alberto Contador is never going to be a kilometre rider and Marcel Kittel isn’t going to be King of the Mountains. Whilst your natural physical attributes can be moulded to a certain extent, they determine…
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Dan Fleeman the ex DFL, AN Post, Cervelo Test Team and Raleigh road professional originally came from the fat tyred, muddy world of mountain bikes, before moving across to the road and now he's completing the circle and moving back to the single track at the head of his new Forme Coaching - Pactimo - Cannondale team. And at the end of season 2011 he called ‘time’ on his pro road career. But now, the…
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GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO. March 4, 2013 - Pactimo, Colorado-based provider of premium cycling and triathlon apparel, has announced Challenged Athletes Foundation as their first 10in10 campaign selection. The 10in10 campaign was designed with the goal of benefitting ten non-profit organizations in 2013. The program commemorates Pactimo’s tenth year of operations, as well as its core mission of having a positive impact on society. “We are excited to have selected CAF as our first non-profit to…
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As a way to thank all of our Facebook and Twitter fans for a great 2013 start, we will be giving away a Pactimo men's cycling kit and jacket! We're not too far away from reaching 15,000 likes on Facebook, so we thought this would be a good opportunity to thank all the fantastic Pactimo fans across America with a little giveaway. Help us get just a little closer to that 15,000 mark and…
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SoCalCycling.com interviews Jelly Belly pb Kenda's Cycling's Team Director Danny Van Haute where Danny discusses the Jelly Belly pb Kenda Cycling Team's goals for 2013 and the longevity of Jelly Belly's sponsorship. Pactimo is proud to be the custom cycling apparel partner for the Jelly Belly p/b Kenda cycling team. Learn more about Jelly Belly and Pactimo » . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .…
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Post a pic of yourself in Pactimo gear to Twitter and we will send you a 20% Off coupon code you can use in our retail store (http://shop.pactimo.com). Or, post a message to Twitter saying how much you love Pactimo and get a 10% Off coupon. Follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/pactimo to get started. To be eligible, tweets should include @pactimo and the hashtag #pactimorocks. See you on Twitter!
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The crankbrothers prodeal sponsorship program is your opportunity to join the crankbrothers team as an ambassador for the brand. crankbrothers is looking for racers who are active in their community and who can help spread the word about our products. As a prodeal sponsored rider, you’ll have exclusive access to prodeal pricing. As the official crankbrothers apparel partner, we would like to encourage everyone to apply. crankbrothers is a fantastic organization and they are not…
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GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO. Jan 24, 2013 - Pactimo, the Colorado-based provider of premium cycling and triathlon apparel, has announced the ‘10 in 10’ campaign with the goal of benefitting ten non-profit organizations in 2013. The program commemorates the company’s tenth year of operations, as well as its core mission of having a positive impact on society. “Pactimo is very fortunate to have enjoyed an incredible ride so far,” says Pactimo CEO, Frank Kim. “We provide…
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We are thrilled to announce that Pactimo's VP of Sales, Karl Heidgen, was recently selected as one of Colorado's 25 Most Powerful Salespeople by ColoradoBiz Magazine. This is the fifth year ColoradoBiz has been recognizing the state's Most Powerful Salespeople. Initiated back in 2009, in the midst of the Great Recession, the awards are a way for honoring the hardworking people who would be at the forefront of leading the economic recovery. The 25 honorees…
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The crankbrothers Race Club returns for it’s third season with a new line-up of sponsors set to take the riders to the podium of World Cup and National events. The 2013 team is comprised of just two riders – Chloe Woodruff (Tucson, AZ), and Judy Freeman (Boulder, CO). “We’ve been very happy with the our two riders,” said Team Director / crankbrothers Art Director, Tim VanGilder. “They both represent our brand perfectly and work together…
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Here's a sneak preview of the 5280 jersey for women that is coming after the first of the year. What do you think?
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Don't miss this interview with Todd Carver of Retül and Dirk Friel of Training Peaks. Todd is one of the top bicycle fit experts in the business. Dirk is the Founder and Chief Evangelist of Training Peaks. Topic for discussion - how bike fit improves performance. Listen online at Over The Top Radio
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Velo’s latest edition has hit the stands revealing the cycling publications awards in various categories including but not limited to Best Female Criterium Racer, Best Men’s and Women’s team, Domestic Ride of the Year, and Breakthrough Rider of the Year. The RIDECLEAN/PatentIt.com Elite Women’s Team took home the award for the 2012 Best Women’s Crit Racer of the Year. For RIDECLEAN/PatentIt.com to be honored with an award in the company of teams such as Specialized-lululemon and Optum Pro Cycling is a huge accomplishment for…
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Stage 17 Racing, one of Pactimo's sponsored teams and a development cycling team owned and operated by STAGE17.ORG, has announced their 2013 roster. Seven returning riders will be joined by seven exciting additions. Stage 17 Racing Returning Riders: Andrew Sjogren Ben Bertiger Bryan Larsen Daniel Katz Michael Valdez Rudy Napolitano – Team Consultant Tosh Clements New additions to Stage 17 Racing: Alex Bowden – from Team Type 1 Daniel Harm – Assistant Director…
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Stage 17 Racing expands from 8 riders to 14 for 2013 LAKE FOREST, Calif. (December 12, 2012) – Following a successful close to its first complete season, Stage 17 Racing, a development cycling team owned and operated by STAGE17.ORG, is proud to announce its 2013 roster which includes seven returning riders and seven exciting additions. Stage 17 Racing spent the majority of 2012 battling with much more experienced pro teams and riders, but still managed…
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With all the new products in our line up this year we had to create all-new fit kits. Here they are, getting packed and ready to ship to all the new customers. It's a tough job, but somebody's got to do it ;-)
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Today's the last day to order a country jersey and have guaranteed delivery before Christmas! There are 29 country styles to choose from. They make a great gift for that international cyclist. Shop Online
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Check out the photos and see what Ali Powers is saying about her Pactimo kit. The ALP Cycles kit from Pactimo is the best and most comfortable kit I have ever worn. Read and see more at http://alipowers.blogspot.com
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Check out the Over The Top Radio interview with popular Team 7/11 racer and director of the Jelly Belly team, Danny Van Haute. Listen to the interview on BlogTalkRadio
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Chloe Woodruff of the crankbrothers team and Pactimo's Karl Heidgen at El Tour de Tucson. Stop by our booth at the EXPO...you'll have the chance to see the new 2013 custom apparel line and pick up some retail sale items anywhere from 25 - 50% off.
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Check out the recently developed side-by-side short-sleeve jersey comparison chart. We hope you find it helpful and informative when making your custom apparel decisions. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact your account manager, sales rep or call 800.801.9869. See the Short Sleeve Jersey Comparison Chart
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GREENWOOD VILLAGE, Colo. – November 7, 2012 - Pactimo, a leading provider of premium technical athletic apparel, unveiled Silhouette™ Engineering in their 2013 Ascent and Summit line cycling bib shorts for men and women. The innovative design construction introduces a unique articulation, coupled with a sleek strap and front panel design, that will allow riders to enjoy longer rides with less material bunching, chaffing and discomfort. “Typically, people try on bib shorts and stand up…
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Don't miss the chance to meet up with us at the Chicago Cross Cup on November 10th and 11th. Check out the 2013 line and the changes we've made to over 60% of our custom garments. Team leaders: Stop by and meet the Pactimo crew and let’s talk about your team needs. Space is limited! Please RSVP to Rich Smott rjsmott@gmail.com or 708-284-3262 by November 9th. Chicago Cross Cup Hilton Chicago-Indian Lakes Resort 250 West Schick Road, Bloomingdale, IL 60108…
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We’ve recently developed side-by-side skinsuit comparison chart to assist you with your custom apparel decisions. We hope you find it helpful and informative! If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact your account manager, sales rep or call 800.801.9869. See the Skinsuit Comparison Chart
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Join us in celebrating 10,000 Facebook Likes UPDATE: We got our 10 Winners and they have been notified by email. Thanks FB Fans for helping us get to 10,000 Likes! To honor our Facebook fans, we will be giving $100 in free apparel to the first 10 people who email us with a congratulatory note after we break 10,000 Facebook Likes. That's right! All you have to do is be one of the first 10 people…
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We’ve recently developed men's and women's bib comparison charts to assist you with your custom apparel decisions. We hope you find them useful! If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact your account manager, sales rep or call 800.801.9869. See the Men's Bibs Comparison See the Women's Bibs/Shorts Comparison
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Don't miss the chance to meet up with us in Vancouver, BC on November 1st from 5pm – 8pm. Join us at the Musette Caffè to check out the 2013 line and changes we've made to over 60% of our custom garments. Team leaders: Grab a cappuccino with the Pactimo crew and let’s talk about your team needs. Space is limited! Please RSVP to Derek Wiback at dwiback@pactimo.com or 858-344-1396 by October 30th. Musette Caffè 1262 Burred Street Vancouver, BC V6Z 1Z1 (604)…
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Here's a review of Pactimo apparel by Jen See published on the Gavia Files website: Pactimo was born in a basement in 2003. The Colorado-based company has grown just a little since then, and they offer clothing for cycling, running, and triathlon. The company also does custom team orders. The thing that stands out most about Pactimo clothing? The colors. Especially in the Women’s Designer line, Pactimo loves bold colors and intricate graphics. If black-and-white is not your thing,…
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George Thomas of Over The Top Radio stopped by for our 2013 Product Line Open House and got this interview with Therese Johnson and Becky Serratoni from the ProDesign Cycling Team. Listen to the interview Follow the the ProDesign Cycling Team on Facebook.
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George Thomas of Over The Top Radio stopped by for our 2013 Product Line Open House and got this interview with Sarai Snyder of Girl Bike Love. Listen to the interview Learn more about Girl Bike Love at www.girlbikelove.com
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George Thomas of Over The Top Radio stopped by for our 2013 Product Line Open House and got this interview with Rich Hostak of the Buena Vista Bike Fest. Listen to the interview Learn more about the Buena Vista Bike Fest at www.bvbf.org
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George Thomas of Over The Top Radio stopped by for our 2013 Product Line Open House and got this interview with Chris Carr of the GS Boulder cycling team. Listen to the Interview Learn more about the GS Boulder cycling team at www.gsboulder.com
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George Thomas of Over The Top Radio stopped by for our 2013 Product Line Open House and got this interview with David Walker of Ironman. Listen to the Interview Learn more about Ironman at www.ironman.com
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Santa Monica, Calif. – Oct. 17, 2012 – Earlier this week the LA Tri Club signed a sponsorship deal with Pactimo, LLC to be the Official Apparel Provider. The LA Tri Club is one of the largest and most well-known athletic clubs in the US, with over 1800 members across the states. Pactimo will be servicing the club’s clothing needs via Pactimo’s online Team Store services. Pactimo was the first in the cycling industry to introduce…
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Santa Monica, Calif. – Oct. 17, 2012 - Earlier this week the LA Tri Club signed a sponsorship deal with Pactimo, LLC to be the Official Apparel Provider. The LA Tri Club is one of the largest and most well-known athletic clubs in the US, with over 1800 members across the states. Pactimo will be servicing the club’s clothing needs via Pactimo’s online Team Store services. Pactimo was the first in the cycling industry to introduce…
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Now Better than Ever Before! The Summit Pro Bib Short has always represented the ultimate combination of performance design, technical fabrics and premium components. Now it's even better. Silhouette™ Engineering Bibs engineered with Pactimo's proprietary Silhouette™ technology will provide a superlative fit in your riding position. Innovative articulation, coupled with a unique strap and front panel design means you can enjoy longer rides with less material bunching, chaffing and discomfort. Warning: bibs with Silhouette™ technology…
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Though many wanted to be a part of this years Ritte Cx Team, not everybody was strong enough to go to war with the Rtte CX Team.... http://youtu.be/DygeB7n6_Nc
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The all-new 2013 Summit Speed jersey continues to break from tradition in every way! Not only does the unique pattern support creative art design, but the engineering behind this lightweight, aerodynamic jersey means you will have lethal speed in a crit. Pactimo's TotalFit™ focuses on your riding position — preventing zipper ripple and bunching on front panels and ensuring a superior, anotomical fit. Transfer-C™, a fabric utilizing 5% carbon material, has been proven to reduce…
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Our Palisade Cool Weather jacket for men and women is being reengineered for 2013, so now's your chance to get the 2012 jacket at a stupid price! Regularly $80, they are now available for $55 (buy two and get free shipping!) Buy now while supplies last at http://shop.pactimo.com/sale-items/ Click images to see a larger version. [gallery link="file"]
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George Thomas of Over The Top Radio stopped by our offices this week to learn more about Pactimo as a whole, our history in custom apparel and what's new in our 2013 line-up. We had a great chat! Listen to the interview with Karl Heidgen, our VP of Sales, Tiffany Howell, our Global Ops Manager and Frank Kim, our CEO. Listen to the interview on blogtalkradio.com
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Evoking the beautiful colors of fall in Colorado, Leif Kruse's new "Aspen" design is truly one-of-a-kind. Based on our Ascent line, the same Ascent cycling gear we manufacture for teams all over the globe, these jerseys, shorts and bibs have been designed, constructed and tested to exceed expectations in a variety of weather, road and trail conditions. Painting and drawing are Leif's mediums of choice and he's been experimenting with them since early childhood. Leif's…
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George Thomas of Over The Top Radio stopped by our offices this week to learn more about Pactimo as a whole, our history in custom apparel and what's new in our 2013 line-up. We had a great chat! Listen to the interview with Karl Heidgen, our VP of Sales, Tiffany Howell, our Global Ops Manager and Frank Kim, our CEO.
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Debbie Clapper has joined our Designer Gallery and her debut cycling kits for men and women called "Vortex" are now available. Debbie focuses on creating original patterns, typographics and illustrations, which challenge the viewer to go beyond the surface level and delve deeper into the piece, allowing the art to reflect their own life experiences. Debbie works without aid of a ruler to create hand drawn, imperfect patterns which symbolize the importance of breaking out…
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Chloe Woodruff, rider for the Crankbrothers Race Club, reviews resources, insight, and encouragement for those wanting to get involved in women's cycling in the Boulder area. Stop by the Valmont Bike Park or check out CommunityCycles.org for more great bike riding resources. Pactimo is proud to the the apparel partner for the crankbrothers race club.
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Looking for passes to Flagstaff Hill for the Stage 6 finish of the USA Pro Cycling Challenge? Look no further -- we've got some! Flagstaff Hill is going to be some fantastic cycling on Saturday, but they are limiting access to the hill and the finish to a certain number of spectators. Now you can get passes too. All you have to do is post a photo of yourself in Pactimo gear on our Facebook…
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Watch this interview with Judy Freeman, who won the 2012 US Pro XTC Subaru Cup Pactimo is proud to be the apparel partner for the crankbrothers race club.
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Now through November 1st, we are offering no minimums on custom designed cyclocross pieces.* This is your chance to stamp your individuality on the best cycling gear available and buy single custom designed pieces. No minimum orders and no processing fees on the following garments only. Garment One-Off Price Men's/Women's Long Sleeve Jersey $150.00 Cross-Skinsuit $225.00 Long Sleeve Ascent Skinsuit $199.00 Short Sleeve Ascent Skinsuit $189.00 Thermal Bibs $155.00 Aspen Jacket $245.00 Aspen Vest $210.00 Breckenridge Jacket…
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Pactimo is the official apparel sponsor for the 2012 OC Gran Fondo in Orange County, California on September 29, 2012. You can learn more about the ride here. Or, even more importantly, you can still register here! Click the jerseys to see a larger version.
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by Stephen Gallagher from FORME Coaching Profiling a professional rider's progression to the Tour de France via the Giro and Critérium du Dauphiné. Analyzing the riders CTL, TSB and performance management charts pre/during/post TDF. How riders handle the stresses post TDF, e.g. crits and travel along with them maintaining and increasing form post TDF, factors that must be taken into account. How recovery is an essential ingredient and how it is fitted in around travel…
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To honor Bradley Wiggins' win, and all the riders of the 2012 Tour de France, we will be selling our country jerseys for just $70. Enter coupon code 2012TOUR in all uppercase letters and take $25 off each country jersey you purchase. Please note, coupon codes are entered towards the end of the checkout process, after you select your shipping preferences. SHOP NOW Men's Country Jerseys: http://shop.pactimo.com/2012-tour-mens-finale-sale Women's Country Jerseys: http://shop.pactimo.com/2012-tour-womens-finale-sale Sale ends midnight (MDT), Monday, July…
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A public service announcement from the Colorado State Patrol on Colorado's 3 Foot Law. http://youtu.be/H1t9ZsJ8II8 What do you think?
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Celebrate the final 5 days of the Tour with our Blowout Sales To honor the 2012 Tour, and the day's stage winner, we will be having 5 unique sales over the next 5 days. STARTING TOMORROW, Wednesday, July 18th we will be having a jersey sale. Each day after that we will feature a different group of products, also at 50% off! So, don't forget to check Facebook, Twitter or this Blog every day after…
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We were the first to bring you great quality at low minimums! The first to guarantee delivery times! We even invented the online ordering system for your team clothing! (And one of our reps says he invented finger snapping...) So now what? WE ARE THE FIRST TO PRINT 3D CYCLING APPAREL. That's right! If you got 3D glasses, best find them now. Read more about it on the Team JVA site: http://teamjva.com/3d-skinsuits
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Using a power meter is the preferred training device most professional cyclists and triathletes these days and the information below explains why. Other devices such as a heart rate monitor and cyclometer can be used but this guide will focus on the usage of power meters to accurately track performance. Why train with Power? The power meter allows you to accurately and quantitatively measure your training, define areas of strength and weakness, fine tune your…
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To honor Bradley Wiggins taking the yellow jersey in today's stage we will be having a Yellow Jersey - 50% Off sale for the next 24 hours (sale ends July 8th at 9:30 am MDT). Enter coupon code WIGGINS in all uppercase letters and take 50% off selected shorts and bibs. Please note, coupon codes are entered towards the end of the checkout process, after you select your shipping preferences. THIS SALE OFFER HAS EXPIRED. CHECK BACK…
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Have you ever heard the saying “it is not always the strongest racer that wins”? This is definitely true and whether you are an aspiring racer or recreational cyclist just looking to improve your fitness, proper form and technique is a way is key to improving your performance on the bike. There are 2 major components to the above statement. The first is addresses your ability as a cyclist to become as efficient as possible…
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Every cyclist should be familiar with the basic mechanics of his or her bicycle and also have a record of bike setup or measurements. Why? Seatposts, handlebars and other parts can slip or rotate, maybe you will need to travel with your bike and need to take it apart and rebuild it, if you get a new bike you will need to know how to set it up to be similar to your old bike,…
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Our first 2012 Tour Sale is now in effect! To honor Fabian Cancellara keeping the yellow jersey in today's first stage, following his opening-day prologue win, we will be having a Yellow Jersey - 50% Off sale for the next 24 hours (sale ends July 2nd at 9:30 am MDT). Visit our online retail store and tale 50% off ALL jerseys, shorts, jackets and accessories (charity gear not included). Enter coupon code CANCELLARA in all uppercase…
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Got an event, race or ride coming up and want to get team or club cycling apparel? It's not too late! -- We are still taking rush orders! Pactimo provides premium custom-designed team apparel and athletic wear to world champions, pros and elite cyclists all around the globe. Our clothing technology is based on the best performing fabrics and chamois available, and, unlike most of our competitors, we actually own our factory and manufacturing equipment. That means we will always have…
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Many people think that the pros don’t work on their handling skills but this couldn’t be farther from the truth. Most professionals routinely do handling drills to keep their skills at the highest level. Being comfortable and competent on your bicycle allows you to focus on making gains in training and in competition. Knowing how to handle your bike in difficult situations gives you the confidence and knowledge to avoid crashing or injury. So frequently…
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We would like to share with everyone the link to enter this years Cody's Challenge sportive that will run on the 21st October in Armagh, UK. The event is named in memory of Cody Gallagher, the young son of our Forme Coaching partner, Stephen Gallagher, who passed away from heart disease. All of the entrance money goes directly to the charity Childrens Heartbeat Trust so please support this great cause and enjoy an event that will provide routes…
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Congratulations to Amy Thornquist who won the The 15th Annual Pescadero Coastal Classic Road Race. Great day for Stevens as Marley Smith was third and Heather Van Sickle was fourth. Look at all the teal on the podium! Molly Van Houweling from MetroMint was second. Pactimo is proud to be the apparel partner for Stevens.
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GREENWOOD VILLAGE, Colo. – Jun. 20, 2011 - Pactimo, a leading provider of premium technical athletic apparel, has recently partnered with Portland, Oregon-based fine artist, designer, and illustrator Matthew Haggett to create fresh, dynamic, unique cycling apparel. Each of Haggett’s limited-edition designs will be personally crafted and signed and featured in Pactimo’s online “Designer Gallery.” Showcasing one-of-a-kind cycling gear, the Designer Gallery is targeted to both men and women who strive to stand out from the…
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Laura Van Gilder of the Mellow Mushroom team leaves them all behind and takes the win at the Harlem Skyscraper Cycling Classic 2012. Mandy Marquardt (Team Type 1-Sanofi) came in second and third place went to Kimberly Edwards (unsigned). Pactimo is proud to be the apparel partner for Mellow Mushroom.
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It's not every day that you see a carbon road bike being used as a stunt machine -- hopping over boulders at the beach and styling it up at the skate park. British trials legend Martyn Ashton does just that and more in this video. http://youtu.be/5z1fSpZNXhU
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Organizers of the Interbike International Bicycle Expo (Interbike) announced that they have signed a three-year agreement with the Mandalay Bay Convention Center (MBCC) to host the cycling industry’s premier tradeshow beginning in 2013 and continuing through 2015. Interbike believes that the move to the MBCC will provide exhibitors with improved ROI and deliver an enhanced experience for its attendees. The popular OutDoor Demo product testing event held for the two days preceding Interbike, will remain…
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Don't miss the newest Designer Gallery kits from Arlene Pedersen. After ten years in Tucson and influenced by the international cycling community, Arlene shifted her fine art from canvas to fabric with the creation of her distinctive GoLOCO Jerseys line. "The jerseys are created art with the intention of beauty," Arlene said, "but I still want anyone who wears one to feel strong and powerful." You can read more and see her amazing designs here.
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Power bursts are a great way to increase your leg strength and muscular endurance, which is the ability to pedal a relatively large gear at a moderate cadence (i.e., force generation). It's a versatile workout that you can complete on any terrain. Begin by warming up thoroughly. This should include easy spinning as well as a few pulls in bigger gears to prepare your legs. Read the rest of this article by Tyrone A. Holmes here.
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Have you ever heard the saying “it is not always the strongest racer that wins”? This is definitely true and whether you are an aspiring racer or recreational cyclist just looking to improve your fitness. There are 2 major components to the above statement. The first addresses your ability as a cyclist to become as efficient as possible on the bike. Yes, watts and power are important. But even more important is speed and efficiency.…
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Jelly Belly's Brad Huff places three days in a row at Tulsa Tough. On Friday, Huff claimed the number 3 spot in the Blue Dome Criterium behind Optum Pro p/b KBS's Ken Hanson and Justin Williams of CashCall Mortgage. Huff again got the 3rd spot in Saturday's Brady Village Criterium with Luis Amaran of Jamis/Sutter Home taking first and Hanson locking in second place. Huff pulled up to 2nd behind Ken Hanson for Sunday's River…
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Here's a few of the cool kits we have produced for teams recently. (more...)
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As the outdoor cycling season gets underway, many of us are starting to go to races, charity rides, group rides or other cycling events. Being prepared and having all of your necessary items/gear will help you have a successful and fun day. Event day or race day often includes extra stress or anxiety for many reasons. You may want to do well or win, have a good ride, finish, keep up with your friends, set…
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This morning, Over the Top Radio interviewed Karl Heidgen, our VP of Custom Sales. Topics discussed: Pactimo's history and dedication to cycling, custom apparel ordering process, designer gallery and online retail store. Listen to the interview here. And, if you'd like, give a shout out to Karl, you can contact him at kheidgen@pactimo.com!
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The pad in your bike shorts is your main defense against saddle discomfort. Check out this video with Tom from TriSports.com as he examines the products from the main supplier of high-end chamois for cycling shorts...our chamois supplier, Elastic Interface. http://youtu.be/H-k3H03dqMo
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George Thomas of Over the Top Radio interviewed our Karl Heidgen, VP of Custom Sales. Topics discussed: Pactimo’s history and dedication to cycling, custom apparel ordering process, designer gallery and online retail store. Listen to the interview on Over The Top Radio
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Check out the new SCNCA and NCNCA Championship Clothing. Congratulations to the winners!
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Help us support World Bicycle Relief, an amazing charitable organization dedicated to providing access to independence and livelihood through The Power of Bicycles. Compared to walking, bicycles represent an enormous leap in productivity and access to healthcare, education and economic development opportunities. The simple, sustainable nature of bicycles empowers individuals, their families and their communities. Proceeds from the cycling and triathlete apparel sold through their store will help to change lives across Africa. Transportation in the form…
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The RIDECLEAN/PatentIt.com team continues lead in individual and team overall after round six of the USA CRITS Series and the continues to lead the NCC individual standings. Up Next: RIDECLEAN/PatentIt.com travels to Tulsa, Oklahoma for Tulsa Tough for three days of racing. Tulsa Tough is part of the NCC. For more information please visit: www.ridecleanteam.com www.facebook.com/ridecleanteam www.tulsatough.com Pactimo is proud to be the apparel partner of the RIDECLEAN/PatentIt.com team.
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Founded by world class cyclist Rahsaan Bahati, the mission of the Bahati Foundation is to support inner city youth in under-served communities through inspirational speaking engagements and cycling outreach programs. These are designed to motivate and empower kids toward higher achievement in education, music and sports. For each jersey or bib sold, Pactimo will donate $20 to support the Bahati Foundation. You can buy the jersey or bibs here. For more information: www.bahatifoundation.org
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Nick Frey (www.boobicycles.com -- a Pactimo partner) sprinting through the final corner at the Glencoe Grand Prix. Nick ended up placing 14th in the field sprint, 17th overall, on his Boo RS-R. http://youtu.be/moS6D3cAGfA
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U.S. cyclocross champion Jeremy Powers warms up for the 2012 TD Bank Philadelphia International Championship with some stair walking. You won't want to miss this! Watch the video here: http://bcove.me/k4q1hrbm
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Watch this video from our chamois provider, Cytech. You'll be amazed at what goes into the developing the perfect chamois. http://youtu.be/JFMTPedTy0U Cytech's vision was to imagine a totally elastic cycling chamois as the cyclist-bicycle interface. They patented the technology and have been developing it over the years. It was 1989 when they presented their first thermo-formed anatomic pad, with multi thicknesses and gel. It launched Elastic Interface® Technology and was an instant success, setting a…
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Some great racing going on at the Trans-Sylvania Mountain Bike Epic. Check out the photos and news.
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Pactimo is thrilled to announce its partnership with Water.org. Co-founded by Matt Damon and Gary White, Water.org is a nonprofit organization that has transformed hundreds of communities in Africa, South Asia, and Central America by providing access to safe water and sanitation. Help us support and bring awareness to Water.org. For each jersey or running T sold, Pactimo will donate $20 and $10 respectively to Water.org. You can buy the jerseys and running Ts here.…
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Here's a short video from our chamois provider, Elastic Interface, about how data obtained in their laboratories confirms how even small alterations to the saddle position translate into improved symmetry in the down stroke, improved cycling output and reduced oxygen consumption at a constant wattage. http://youtu.be/Gtt5RQXxyQs
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We are excited to partner up with Portland, Oregon-based fine artist, designer, and illustrator Matthew Haggett. Matthew will be designing limited-edition cycling apparel that will be featured in our online “Designer Gallery.” His first designs are bold and stylish, incorporating a retro design reminiscent of the 1970’s. “We’re extremely happy to be working with such talented artists who are producing great looking cycling apparel," said Pactimo's CEO Frank Kim. "Matthew’s sharp designs will continue our commitment to…
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Get a FREE pair of Cycling Shorts for men or women when you buy a jersey or spend $95. Hurry, the offer expires on midnight, May 31st. http://shop.pactimo.com/cycling-shorts-for-free/
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Here's a sample of the new gear we've created for Team Green. See more here. Learn more about Team Green here.
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We'd love to tell you what we will be doing for our sale next week...but that would take all of the fun out of it! Let's just say that you'll be happy you didn't miss it. Check back here, watch for our email or visit shop.pactimo.com on May 30th for more details. _____________________ Sign up for our weekly Sales and Information email here.
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CyclingDirt joined the crankbrothers Race Club in Monterey, California last month to take you behind the scenes with team riders Chloe Woodruff and Judy Freeman at the 2012 Sea Otter Classic. http://youtu.be/J1rGBWFuodI Pactimo is proud to be the apparel partner for the crankbrothers.
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Shredding trails west of Fort Collins on the new Boo RS-M 29er! http://youtu.be/oU5Q-p_0X1s RIDER - Nick Frey CLOTHING - Pactimo BIKE - Boo RS-M29er with carbon fishnet downtube www.boobicycles.com
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Celebrate the 2012 Summer Games with a unique country jersey. These Premium jerseys features the exact same design, technical components and materials used in our Ascent line, apparel we provide to the teams all over the globe. They can be manufactured and delivered to you in 3 weeks and the ONE-OF-A-KIND design is limited to 100 pieces before it will be discontinued. There are 17 different countries to choose from. You can see and buy them here.
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Last week we had a Girls Rock sale. This week it's all about the guys! All men's Designer Gallery jerseys and bib shorts are on sale through May 28th. Enter coupon code MENRCOOL2 in all uppercase letters when you checkout and you will get $30 off each pair of bib shorts or jersey you are purchasing. Learn more and shop online here.
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Check out this great kit from Light Gives Heat. A portion of all special edition Light Gives Heat/World Bicycle Relief jersey sales went toward the purchase of WBR bikes for the women of LGH in Uganda. Learn more about this great cause here.
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Congratulations on your latest win if you're a new 2012 California NCNCA or SCNCA State Champion. Pactimo is proud to be supplying your jerseys and designed both Men's and Women's specific styles. Each jersey has SCNCA or NCNCA across the pockets.
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We are having a limited time only sale on our women's designer gallery cycling shorts and jerseys. Until midnight May 20th you can get $30 off each item. Don't miss it! Visit this page for more details.
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GQ Magazine selected Arlene Pedersen's Day of the Dead jersey for their Coolest Bike Gear at the Sea Otter Classic roundup. Arlene recently joined our Designer Gallery lineup and the cool jersey design is her first item specifically designed for Pactimo. Like so many of our Designer Gallery artists, Arlene is a lover of cycling and athlete in her own right. A former Olympic Curling Champion, she moved to Tucson, Arizona, from central Canada and became…
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GQ Magazine selected Arlene Pedersen’s Day of the Dead jersey for their Coolest Bike Gear at the Sea Otter Classic roundup. Arlene recently joined our Designer Gallery lineup and the cool jersey design is her first item specifically designed for Pactimo. Like so many of our Designer Gallery artists, Arlene is a lover of cycling and athlete in her own right. A former Olympic Curling Champion, she moved to Tucson, Arizona, from central Canada and became…
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Sergio Hernandez won the Barrio Logan Grand Prix on Saturday, and Brad Huff followed up with a victory in the Dana Point Grand Prix on Sunday. Team director Danny Van Haute said that when he was looking at the race schedule for Southern California, he thought Barrio Logan would be a great warm-up for Dana Point, an NRC race. And it would seem the strategy worked. At Dana Point on Sunday, the five Jelly Belly riders…
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Jelly Belly outplays a stacked UnitedHealthcare team leading to Brad Huff's second Dana Point Grand Prix win. Twenty-two-year old Justin Williams (CashCall Mortgage) placed second while 20-year old Ben Swedberg (California Giant Berry Farms) took third ahead of fourth place Hilton Clarke (UnitedHealthcare). "It's impressive," Huff said afterwards. "UnitedHealthcare took the front with about seven to go and I didn't know if it was going to happen because it was pretty hectic behind them. My…
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Congratulations to Laura Van Gilder (Mellow Mushroom-Rose Bandit Racing) for her Historic Roswell Criterium win. Her win came at the second stop on the USA Crits Speed Week where she topped USA Crits series leader Erica Allar (RideClean-Patentit.com) and Sarah Fader (Pepper Palace-Spin-Tech Training) in a bunch sprint. “Experience and having a good team that I can rely on behind me (made the difference),” said Van Gilder. “Today I really felt a lot of pressure, and it helps…
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BY JIM MERITHEW - April 2012 It doesn’t matter what you ride or how you ride, this is the time of year when the bike biz incites your lust for new stuff. Whether you ride in shorts or a skinsuit, with hairy legs or shaved, in chunky shoes or carbon kicks, there is almost certainly something in the bike mags that’s got you drooling. There was so much good stuff at the Sea Otter Classic we…
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GREENWOOD VILLAGE, Colo. – Mar. 15, 2012 - Pactimo, a leading provider of premium technical athletic apparel, is excited to announce its partnership with “1in6, Inc.,” a nonprofit organization established by founding board member and three time Tour de France champion Greg LeMond. 1in6 is dedicated to supporting men who have experienced unwanted or abusive sexual experiences in childhood. “We are extremely proud to support 1in6 and their mission to help men who have experienced sexual abuse…
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GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO, USA / BELFAST, IRELAND – March 13, 2012 - Pactimo, a specialist in custom cycling apparel, is partnering with Forme Coaching to market and sell Pactimo custom team clothing in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Belfast-based Forme Coaching was started by Stephen Gallagher and Dan Fleeman who have 15 years combined experience racing on the continental pro circuit including professional contracts with An Post Sean Kelly Team and the Cervelo Test Team, amoungst other…
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GREENWOOD VILLAGE, Colo. – Mar. 9, 2011 – Pactimo, a leading provider of premium technical athletic apparel, has recently partnered with Canadian-born artist and designer Arlene Pedersen to create fresh, dynamic, unique cycling apparel. Pedersen’s gear will be featured on Pactimo’s online Designer Gallery™ and will be targeted to both men and women who strive to stand out from the crowd. Each design will be personally crafted and signed by the artist. Pedersen’s first, bold design is her…
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Here's a review of our Ascent Jersey apparel by Sarai Snyder published on the Girl Bike Love website: Pactimo is all about gear that is comfortable and looks great. The Women’s Ascent Short Sleeve Jersey is no exception. Designed with a women’s shape in mind, this jersey stands out as a great option for custom kit orders. Read the rest of the review on the Girl Bike Love website
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GREENWOOD VILLAGE, Colo. – DEC 19, 2011 - Pactimo, a leading provider of premium technical athletic apparel, is partnering with HOPE worldwide to support the continuing rebuilding of Haiti in the aftermath of the 2010 earthquake. The seismic event and its many aftershocks destroyed large swaths of the capitol, killed thousands, and left up to one million homeless. HOPE worldwide was an immediate presence in the relief effort and has now transitioned into long-term rebuilding programs including…
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GREENWOOD VILLAGE, Colo. – Nov. 10, 2011 - Pactimo, a leading provider of premium technical athletic apparel, is excited to announce its new partnership with the Bahati Foundation. Pactimo will be the official clothing supplier for the Bahati Foundation Pro Cycling Team for 2012. The Bahati Foundation was created by Rahsaan Bahati, a pro cyclist since 2001, to inspire and empower underprivileged inner-city youth to rise above their circumstances through the sport of cycling. “As a world-class…
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WASHINGTON DC – Sept. 23, 2011 - Pactimo, a leading provider of premium technical athletic apparel, is honored to be selected by Inc. Magazine as one of the fastest growing companies in America. This is the third consecutive year that Pactimo has made the prestigious list. Inc., the only major business magazine focused solely for CEOs of fast-growing, private companies, compiles its list based on a comprehensive look at the most important segment of the economy—America’s independent…
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GREENWOOD VILLAGE, Colo. – Jul. 19, 2011 – Pactimo, a leading provider of of technical performance athletic apparel, was among an exclusive group of Colorado companies to be distinguished with the 2011 Colorado Companies to Watch (COCTW) award. “The Colorado Companies to Watch program has a consistent record of success and represents a wide range of industries and services,” Gov. John Hickenlooper says. “These excellent companies are selling high-quality Colorado products and services in every corner…
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Here's a review of our Summit Pro Bib Shorts apparel by Mark Swartzendruber published in March 2011 on the www.truesport.com website: Everything you are about to read it the absolute truth. Day 2 of Camp Ventura was a hard day. I met with my brother and the rest of the noon riders from Patagonia. It was a small group, 4 riders in addition to me. I was determined to have a long hard day in the saddle. Read…
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