We’ve been selling Independent Fabrication bikes for a few months now, and we are pleased as punch with the relationship. We’re so happy in fact, that we want to share! If you currently own an I.F., or are just thinking of buying one, we are co-sponsoring a ride with the fine folks from Somerville, MA on Saturday, November 7th. Show off your bike on a comfortable ride to Piermont, NY with like-minded individuals, and afterward I.F. will be on hand with some demo bikes and to answer questions. Don’t miss an opportunity to get to know this unique brand!

For those of you uptown, if you don’t want to schlep all the way down to the E.Village,  meet us at the entrance to the George Washington Bridge (south side, 178th St) at 10:00am.

We are also working on some raffle items from the likes of Embrocation Cycling Journal, Rapha, and more!…

Embrocation Soft Goods Have Arrived!, originally uploaded by NYC Velo.

We are pleased to offer Embrocation Cycling Journal cycling caps (by Pace), tall socks (by Swiftwick) and base layers (by Sock Guy). These items are hot (Brett bought 2 pairs of socks already), so get down here quick like!

2 copies of the über-rare Embrocation Vol 2.5. $15.

This press release came across our virtual desk today from our friends CJ and Jed. We’re proud to be a sponsor of this event!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

CHRISTOPHE JAMMET // JED KORNBLUH /// STATEN CX

October 21, 2009, NEW YORK — What’s better than 10-speed? ONE SPEED! Kona Bicycles and NYC Velo have teamed up with StatenCX 2009 with a very special incentive to pre-register for the November 29 event. All riders pre-registered by Sunday November 15 will be entered to win a Kona Major One frameset and, if that wasn’t enough… any rider who pre-registers for the Singlespeed Open/Tandem Open will receive an additional entry for two chances to win.

The promoters of StatenCX asked a few riders about the contest:

“This contest is so PRO.” Kyle Peppo, Toga/Gotham GS, New York City

“I am stoked to learn that Kona has given a Major One frameset to the people at SICX. The chance to win one of these puppies would open up the possibility to experience a new level of “Cyclocross Pain”. Racing on the Kona Major One would be an experience of epic proportions that few can understand but all can enjoy.” – Craig “Lebarrier” Lebair, Philadelphia Ciclismo, Philadelphia

“You can never have enough ‘cross bikes, especially if they’re free! Adding another incentive to race StatenCX is great. It already had the most to offer last year with the food, genuine cyclocross weather, and a super fun and technical course. I plan on racing both the B race and the Singlespeed Open race, since the course seems like it would be such a good time on a singlespeed! I love cyclocross!” – Sam Fiorino, Danny’s Cycles, West Chester

“Nothing says Staten Island better than Wu-Tang, White Castle, and Kona Major One. I’m stoked to be part of injecting some Cross Crusade love into the NYCX scene.” –Patrick Wilder, Cyclepath Racing, Portland

To enter the drawing, go to http://www.bikereg.com/events/register.asp?eventid=8782 and pre-register!. All entries are eligible for the drawing, which will be held after the Singlespeed Open event.

For additional information on the Kona Major One: http://www.konaworld.com/bike.cfm?content=majorone

StatenCX’s 2008 event was the first cyclocross race in NYC in nearly a decade and featured Belgian waffles, courtesy of Wafels & Dinges, celebrity chef Matt Sigel of Hell’s Kitchen manning the BBQ, and plenty of food and drink from Wellshire Farms, Schaller & Weber, and Honest Tea Beverages.

Check http://statencx.wordpress.com regularly for race and sponsor updates.

We are pleased to offer a discount on our Bianchi Milanos!  Both the Milano Parco and the Citta are now 10% off and the Milano Alfine is 15% off.  We have straight bar and step-through versions available in various colors, including black, white and celeste.  This discount applies to in stock models only and offered on a first come, first served basis. Molto bene.