Randall Scott Lifestyle

2009 GT Force 3.0 Mountain Bike (Cross Country)

2010-06-01T17:02:00.002-06:00

The 2009 GT Force 3.0 Mountain Bike is a cross country beast. The 2009 GT Force 3.0 Mountain Bike features the same GT 6061 Monocoque aluminum frame with Independent Drivetrain suspension that you will find on the Force 1.0 and Force 2.0. Giving you a full 6 inches of travel to work with this frame will take you anywhere on the mountain. The idea with the Force frame is to be strong and stiff while saving the weight for the dumbbells in the gym.

All Mountain isn't just a phrase with the Force 3.0 either, it features a SR MAG 32 rear shock and the Rock Shox BAR 2.1 fork to give you a full 6 inches of travel so you can take the proverbial bull by the horns. Both ends of the suspension feature rebound dampening adjustability.

To match a frame so well thought out GT put Deore components on this stallion. What isn't Shimano Deore is equally as durable and affordable, WTB/DT Swiss wheels, GT branded and backed handlebar/stem/steatpost, and WTB with Kenda Navegal tires round out the components for a stellar package.

Put all this together and the GT Force 3.0 truly is a force to be reckoned with. At $1199.95 the GT Force 3.0 is a killer bike at a wicked good price.

2009 Diamondback Price Drops

2010-05-24T14:54:00.003-06:00

Heads up to all you looking for a new mountain bike. We just lowered the price on 2 of our more popular 2009 Diamondback bikes.

The 2009 Mission 1 Mountain Bike just got bumped down to $1399 which is 35% off. The Mission 1 features Knucklebox suspension with 6" of travel.

The 2009 Overdrive Pro is now only $799 which is 40% off! The Overdrive Pro is a hardtail 29er made from 6061 aluminum and sporting 100mm of fork travel and SRAM components.

Get your hands on one of these deals before we sell out, at these prices they likely won't last long. To see our full selection of Diamondback bikes click here.

Excited For Cyclocross Season

2010-05-05T10:22:00.003-06:00

At Randall Scott we love to see the combination of beer and bikes. Whether it's the fixie kids and their PBR, the roadies and their more flavorful choices or, like Geoff Kabush, the Cyclocross nuts and their Chimay. This photo is taken at the starting line of a race, yeah, those cyclocross guys are the baddest of the bad.

While the peak of cyclocross season is still a ways away we are very excited about it. Tommaso has the Bestia available right now with word of another carbon concoction on the way.

Get out on your bikes and start training now because we guarantee that this 'cross season is going to be the biggest yet. If this photo from last year is any indication the Tommaso Cyclocross bikes are keepers of the sport despite any conditions.

Tommaso "Steps It's Game Up"

2010-04-29T09:25:00.002-06:00

We have a slew of new Tommaso Bicycles available for purchase. With new and existing bikes ranging from $299 to $1999 we are certain we have a Tommaso that is what you are looking for at a killer price. The new bikes are nothing short of spectacular, many of the new models are upgraded models of the bikes you guys have been pushing to the limits. Tommaso is now allowing you to push that limit a little bit further.

The Tommaso Superleggera Pro

When Shimano launched the new Dura-Ace 7900 component series we went to work on a frame that would match the dependability and beauty of the top of the line Shimano components. The Superleggera is the result of two years of testing, riding and racing. Tour de France riders depend on Dura-Ace so we knew what a pro rider would expect from a carbon frame and fork and we found it! The Superleggera accelerates, climbs and descends as if there was a yellow jersey and podium waiting at the end of each ride. The FSA Gossamer Pro 53/39 crank, Mavic wheels and Hutchinson tires add to the luster of this amazing package.

The Tommaso Aggraziato Pro

High end carbon bike meets Shimano’s new Ultegra 6700 components. Tommaso’s High Modulus 12K Carbon Monocoque TRS (Tommaso Racing Series) frame is paired up with the improved Shimano Ultegra 6700 components for a stunning and winning combination of looks and performance. FSA Omega cranks, Shimano wheels and Hutchinson tires bring it all together. The Aggraziato is the answer if performance is the question!

The Tommaso Ninja Pro

Just when they perfect the Ninja you would think Tommaso would let it be…no, they went and made it meaner and blacker. The chromoly steel Tommaso Ninja Pro comes with half-wrapped pure track bars, black chain, black nipples, a freewheel and a fixed cog on a flip-flop hub, sleek black Tommaso TRS saddle and a sexy new blacked-out crank. The Ninja is built to be stealth but good luck not getting noticed on this bad boy.

The Tommaso Digger

Hot on the heels of the super popular Ninja, Old School and Tricked Out comes the Tommaso Digger. With the bold black steel frame and gold components getting noticed won’t be a problem. The Gold “Digger” is what happens when function meets fashion. Go fixie or free with a flip flop rear hub. The bling of the gold track bars, gold stem, gold front hub and gold crank will have your heart pounding before the first fixed pedal stroke. The performance and value of this bike is 14 karat!

The Tommaso Aereo

Race tested fast carbon bike meets Shimano Ultegra 6700 meets Ironman meets finish line! This High Modulus 12K Carbon Monocoque will have the competition shaking in their tri-shoes. The development of this lightning fast, feather light machine was based on one objective: Going Fast! The Tommaso Aereo is the result of hours of training and racing. The result is a comfortable, stable and fast machine with speed in its fiber…12K carbon fiber. The rear wheel is protected behind a carbon fairing and the integrated seat mast stiffens the frame and offers two positions. Add in the FSA Omega cranks, Alex wheels and Hutchinson tires, Shimano Ultegra components and you have a bike worthy of the sport’s most grueling events.

The Tommaso Sixth Sense

The Tommaso Product Manager competed at Ironman Louisville to make sure this bike was perfect. Well… 140.6 miles later he had his answer…and a nice medal. This High Modulus 12K Carbon Monocoque lightning fast bike means business on the road. Everything about the bike is designed to move forward-FAST! The sleek carbon fork and steer is perfectly matched to the lightweight and stiff course eating aero frame. The rear wheel is protected behind a carbon fairing and the integrated seat mast stiffens the frame and offers two positions. Add in the top of the line Shimano Dura-Ace components and you have a bike worthy of the sport’s most grueling bike courses.

Kuota K-Factor Road Bike An Additional 30% Off - For A Limited Time

2010-04-07T11:19:00.002-06:00

While the weather is clearing up and the riding season looms directly around the corner we are running a pre-season sale on road bikes. All road bikes priced over $599 get 30% off, just use the code HAPPY in the checkout. This sale won't last long so hurry and pick up a new road bike. May we suggest the Kuota K-Factor...

Kuota makes some seriously nice bikes. Here in Boulder, CO you can find a consistent stream of Kuotas if you head north out of the city on 36. Seriously, between Boulder and Estes Park you will find the true badasses of the Boulder cycling scene and a good number of those dedicated pedalers are pumping away on a Kuota. Rightfully so, Kuota is a brand with a great reputation for making a quality product. They have a roster of professionals nearing the count of 30 and they continue to push the boundaries of technology used in carbon road bikes.

We at Randall Scott like Kuota for the simple fact that their bikes perform. In testing we have found that their bikes are thrilling to ride and can handle the long rides and wild descents that Boulder than throw at a bike.

We have worked closely with Kuota to bring you an undeniable deal on the Kuota K-Factor Road Bike from 2008. We only have the bike is a size XL which is a 58.5cm bike. Don't be frightened by the designation of XL, this bike will fit anyone from 6'0" - 6'-4" extremely well. This bike features the K-Factor frame which is commonly used in triathlons but when decked out with the road spec'd Ultegra SL components we have on there it rides like a dream on the road. Swap out a few components (handlebars and stem most notably) and you are ready for a triathlon. This bike is a great cross-over if your training for a triathlon, use it to train, then use it in the event.

If you're still looking for more information check out this video:

Spring Fever Has Hit Randall Scott

2010-04-01T11:30:00.003-06:00

Well, it's now April and while everyone is clamoring to come up with the end-all joke to "get" everyone with the Randall Scott crew is doing some clamoring of a different type. In fact, we are clamoring in a number of different ways.

First, is the weather. We are located in beautiful Boulder, Colorado where it hit nearly 80 degrees the other day. For us this means one thing; bike rides! Our bathroom has become a changing room for people to get kitted up and go for a lunch ride or a post-work ride. Everyone here rides what we sell so we have a lot of Tommasos and Kuotas getting out on the roads.

The second thing we are clamoring over is new inventory. We have had an influx is delicious bikes over the last week. While we in some new Tommaso bikes like the Bestia, Coltello, Volo, and Velocita with SRAM Force, we have also received a few new brands and models of existing brands.

We just got in mountain bikes from a number of different brands; Airborne, Mongoose, GT, and BAMF Bikes.

Airborne is a new brand who makes some seriously great looking bikes. To match their appearance they are backed with solid frame design and component spec; go ahead and calculate what you're getting for the price, you might think your math is wrong but it's not, these are just a great deal.

We just got in the 2009 Mongoose Boot'R Team which is the top end downhill bike from Mongoose that is co-designed by their pro riders. The thing is flat out amazing and we are selling it at 30% off, you won't find a better downhill bike at that price anywhere. We also got a number of their 2010 bikes in stock. We still have 2009 Mongoose bikes in stock at a reduced prices so be sure to check those out.

We got 3 different models of the GT Force Mountain Bike. The GT Force 1.0, Force 3.0, and Force Carbon Expert. The Force Carbon Expert is one of the coolest bikes we've seen in a while featuring a full carbon frame with Independent Drivetrain technology. These are some seriously nice Cross Country bikes with 6" of travel.

Lastly we got in some BAMF Bikes. This is also a new brand and we are excited to carry a brand that is really innovating the way people experience cycling. These bikes come with all blacked out frames with minimal logos. You also get 4 decal sheets with different color decals so you can make the bike your own by creating a look that is uniquely you. You will get more bike for the dollar with BAMF compared to any other company out there, just look at the specs. So far we have some 26" bikes and 29ers with more on the way. Keep an eye on these guys for some seriously cool stuff.

Sortie 2 Makes Friends and Foes alike Eat Dirt

2010-03-30T16:16:00.005-06:00

The 2008 Diamondback Sortie 2 is a whopping 50% off at our website right now. The Sortie 2 is an all mountain beast ready to help you conquer any part of the peak you decide to go "Napoleon" on. The Sortie 2 is a 4-inch travel bike that specializes in dominating trails. The frame features Rapid Response geometry and the coveted Knuckle Box suspension design so you can feel confident taking the ups, downs, and banks of any terrain.

Tubing on the Sortie was just as carefully selected as the components with the ultra light (yet surprisingly strong) tubes nicely complementing the Shimano Deore components. The front fork is a Rock Shox Recon XC (w/ Rebound Dampening Adjustment) and the rear is the Fox Float R (w/ Rebound Dampening Adjustment and Propedal Platform).

Technical specs aside this bike is made to be light, nimble, and durable. If you're looking for a bike to make your friends eat dirt then definitely give this Sortie 2 your attention.

PS - Check out the frame on this guy, color doesn't usually matter to much to me but that blue is a thing of beauty.

Finally! A Tri Bike You Can Afford

2010-03-29T09:59:00.004-06:00

Tommaso recently sent us a few new bikes they are producing. We got a cyclocross bike that was tested by the VeloNews cyclocross team member and Tommaso Product Manager T.R. We also got a new tri(athlon) bike that was tested by Iron Man and stellar triathlete T.R. Yeah, same dude.

Needless to say Tommaso walks the walk, or in this case rides the rides.

Tommaso is also reaching out to their community to sponsor local athletes with bikes for testing, training, and competing. They recently announced their signing on triathelete James Hadley, and had some nice raw photos posted to their Facebook Fan Page.

James will be riding the Tommaso Sixth Sense, a full carbon tri bike that was tested in the Iron Man and is the big brother to our recent arrival the Tommaso Coltello Tri Bike. The Coltello is the aluminum version and was created to be an affordable bike to get people into triathlons. All too often people can't afford a road bike to train and another bike specifically for the race, if that is the case with you then the Coltello is the solution. The Coltello is also great for those doing triathlons without vision of the podium, the Sixth Sense is a bike for those looking to medal.

Tommaso Aggraziato Road Bike is gonna knock you out!

2010-03-23T10:22:00.003-06:00

The Tommaso Aggraziato Road Bike is a 3 punch knockout of a deal.

The first hit is the Tommaso Carbon frame. This frame is the same frame that is used on the Tommaso Superleggera which VeloNews and numerous customers have raved about. Tommaso uses a compact geometry and detailed tubing lengths per frame size. This ensures that the rider gets the lightest, strongest and best performing and fitting frame for the dollar. The compact design and geometry place the rider in the optimum position for steady handling and comfort. The Aggraziato has a carbon fork to absorb he high-frequency buzz from the road. This means more miles of comfort and better handling.

The second hit is the Shimano Ultegra component build on the Aggraziato. Shimano Ultegra components are the perfect combination of weight and price. To complement the Ultegra derailleurs, shifters, and brake levers is the FSA Gossamer Compact Crankset and Tommaso TRS saddle, seatpost, handlebar, and stem. Throw in the Hutchison tires and FSA headset to complete the build of a bike that is supreme.

The third and final hit to make this bike a knockout is the price. We know you won't find a better deal on a similar bike. Compare this bike to the Trek Madone 5.1 or Specialized Tarmac Expert SL and you will see that you are getting the same bike for less than half the price. Tommaso stands behind their work and offers a lifetime warranty on the frame. We also will ship this bike directly to your door for FREE.

We have limited quantities left so grab this deal before your luck runs out.

Even More New Diamondback Mountain Bikes

2010-03-22T12:23:00.002-06:00

In the middle of February we announced that we had some Diamondback Mountain Bikes closeout inventory. We were excited to offer our customers a great deal on a quality ride. You guys saw the value and quickly jumped on our 2008 Diamondback bikes. We got lots of feedback from our customers, lots of positive feedback that is. You wanted more and now we are delivering.

We just got in even more Diamondback bikes. 2009 models of the Mission 1, Mission 2, Mission 3, Sortie 1, and Sortie 2. If we didn't have your size before we may have it now so check out the new line-up of bikes.

We will continue to work hard to offer you the best deal in the industry, keep checking here for updates on some exciting things coming up.

Tommaso Uses Knowledge To Enter New Territory

2010-03-11T11:02:00.002-07:00

Tommaso Bicycles has been making premium road bikes for longer than many people riding them. With years of experience comes a wealth of knowledge. Tommaso also listens to it's customers via it's Facebook Fan Page and Twitter among other mediums. When people started asking for more than road bikes Tommaso knew they had to do something.

We have up for pre-order the fruits of Tommaso's love child between their knowledge and the customer input. Four new bikes in total are ready to be pre-ordered and will ship by March 26th if not earlier. The four bikes consist of 2 new road bikes, a triathlon bike, and a cyclocross bike.

The Tommaso Bestia is a aluminum framed cyclocross bike. Cross bikes are ideal for riding both on-road and odd-road although the off-road side of it tends to be trails and cyclocross tracks rather than serious mountain biking trails. The Bestia, which means beast, comes with Shimano Tiagra/105 components. It is just as suited for hard packed trails as it is morning commutes (especially on the not-so-fairweather days).

The Tommaso Coltello is a triathlon specific bike perfectly suited for training and race day. Taking the knowledge from competing in an Iron Man Tommaso used that first hand knowledge to make a tri bike that can get results. The Coltello gives the bird to those expensive tri bikes that don't prove themselves. Spec'd with Shimano and FSA components and Hutchinson tires this bike is ready to help you through 1/3 of your way to the finish line.

Tommaso heard it's customers loud and clear, they wanted bikes with SRAM components. Shimano is popular too but not many bike companies offer a range of SRAM bikes. Tommaso jumped on the opportunity and has released the much-loved Velocta with a SRAM Force component group. The slight paint difference between this Velocita and the other models makes this bike unique just as much as the Force components do.

Carbon bikes are all the rage, and rightfully so. They are lightweight and dampen road vibrations among other benefits. Tommaso already has a trio of carbon bikes with Shimano components and based on the customers input for SRAM bikes they have opted to make a SRAM Force Carbon Road Bike. While using the proven frame that is on the Superleggera (loved by VeloNews), the Tommaso Volo has components that compare favorably to the Dura-Ace components at a cheaper price.

There you have the new Tommaso Bikes. Go Pre-Order them and be the first on the block with the newest goodies.

Tommaso Augusta D&D Blue Steel Track Bike: The Epitome Of Value

2010-02-23T12:40:00.003-07:00

Let's talk about value for a second. I don't think anyone reading this would be surprised to learn they could get a bike online for cheap. Heck, household names like Cadillac are willing to sacrifice their image to sell some poorly made bicycles. But cheap isn't value. Value comes when quality and price intersect to create something thats affordable and of good quality.

Case & Point: The Tommaso D&D Blue Steel Track Bike. This bike comes in a Blue Steel color with silver and black accents. While the bike has subtle and minimalist styling, it is packed with all the features you could want in a real track bike. Starting with the quality of the bike, the frame is Tommaso made and backed by a Lifetime Warranty. The components are carefully selected to offer the greatest quality/price ratio. Moving onto aesthetics, while we appreciate neon bikes and deep dish wheels, this bike is a turn in the other direction and we think you're gonna love this bike -- both for the look and ride.

5 mistakes commonly made by bike owners

2010-02-18T15:26:00.008-07:00

1. Write down your serial number

This is probably the number one mistake bike owners make, especially since many of us own multiple bikes. If your bike gets stolen the police are going to ask for the serial number in the police report since that is the only way to truly verify the bike belonged to you. GO RIGHT NOW and write down the serial number of any bike you own and store it in a safe place. Are you back yet? ok, now remember to do this one every bike you ever buy.

2. Get your bike tuned regularly

Bikes are pretty complicated machines and if tuned regularly can last a long time, if not tuned regularly things will start to break down. It is recommended that you have your bike tuned after the first 6-7 rides to ensure cable tension and then once a year to get another set of eyes on the tires, chain, brake pads, etc. If you let it sit for a long time without riding (ahem* like during the winter) then you should have your bike checked out before riding it.

3. Store it safely

Storing your bike make sure it is in a safe place. Safe means two things: 1. not able to be stolen (catching onto a theme here?) and 2. not going to be damaged while being stored. The garage is a great place for bikes but do NOT put it in front of the car against the wall, thats just a disaster waiting to happen. Our recommendation is to buy a stand, this will minimize impact on your bike and ensure storage space maximization.

4. Clean after usage

Bikes get dirty, here's the proof.

The best way to keep your bike from needing frequent tuning is to keep it clean.

5. Actually ride the damn thing

Too many bikes get out of tune or sit in the garage; get out and ride the thing. The prime riding season is going to sneak up on you and we encourage you to get out and ride your bike. Hopefully you can avoid these mistakes and get the most out of this season. Happy riding!

Shimano Closeout Inventory - Best Deal Around

2010-02-16T12:10:00.003-07:00

Shimano is known for quality bicycle components. They own an estimated 70% of the market for bicycle components, and the main cause of that fact is quality. Shimano does not make the cheapest components in the industry but they continue to dominate because of the simple fact that their products are light weight, they work well, and they last long. The components consistently show up on race winning bikes and almost every bike manufacturer uses Shimano components as their primary group.

We are offering these top quality components at bargain prices, around 50% off MSRP. We have secured some closeout inventory and have:

Ultegra SL Rear Derailleurs for $79.95

Dura-Ace Brake Caliper Sets for $199.95

Ultegra Brake Caliper Sets for $89.95

Ultegra SL Brake Caliper Sets for $99.95

and

Ultegra SL Front Derailleurs for $46.95

You honestly won't find a better price on these components and if you do, we'll match it!

Diamondback Hits the Scene

2010-02-12T18:24:00.007-07:00

Fresh off the truck here in Boulder is a line of Diamondback Mountain Bikes just in time for Spring. We have brought in a few select models at unbelievable prices including the Mission, Overdrive Pro and Sortie. These 2008 and 2009 models are priced so low, you couldn't buy the parts kits for the sale price. We know, this might sound like an advertisement about how we have the best bikes at the best prices anywhere in the world (plug: www.rscycle.com), but seriously, we are wicked stoked on these new Diamondbacks.

Diamondback is a company moving to the forefront of the industry with high quality frames, top of the line parts, competitive prices, and a great performing suspension design called the Knucklebox. This revolutionary suspension optimizes wheel rate and axel path while effectively lowering the bike's center of gravity for an unparalleled ride up or down any mountain. Basically it's so badass that Chuck Norris... never mind, I'm sure you've heard that one. Anyway, we have been working very closely with Diamondback in the past few weeks to secure these bikes at a price that enables us to pass the savings along to you. We hope you enjoy!

Let's take a closer look at the Mission, Overdrive Pro and the Sortie.

The Mission is Diamonback's all mountain, singletrack, root-hopping slayer. With three different models available to meet any price range, this will be tough to beat. With the top of the line coming spec'd with a Rock Shox Pike 454, Shimano XT cranks, brakes, shifter, and derailleur, you know you'll be destined for singletrack greatness.

The Overdrive is spec'd with a great build, but the biggest surprise is the price. At only $799 you get a Rock Shox fork, SRAM rear derailleur, Avid mechanical disc brakes, and WTB tires. This is truly a bargain for a bike that is ready to roll over any and everything in your path.

Last but certainly not least is the Sortie. Also available in a variety of price points and build levels, the Sortie is DiamondBacks XC/Trail bike. Offering slightly shorter travel than the Mission (4 inches vs. 6 inches), this bike will still attack the trails, regardless of your mission on the dirt.

Tommaso Offers Glimpse Into Production

2010-02-02T11:41:00.003-07:00

I don't know if you've been keeping up with the Tommaso Facebook Fan Page at all but I have and there's some incredible stuff on there. Rarely do companies give the customer a glimpse into the production of their product. Part of this is because companies are probably worried about the perception of their brand once the customer understands what goes into their production. The other part is that brands don't want their customer to have too much information, there is a "the less they know the more they buy" philosophy in most businesses. Brands would rather feed you what information they want you to have rather than let you have what information you want.

As we move into a new decade transparency is going to become more utilized by businesses. Tommaso was ahead of the curve in allowing us to sell their bikes online, and now they are doing it again by showing the world the nuances of producing premium bikes. Check out some of these insider photos, and check out the rest at their Facebook page.

Kuota K-Factor Road Bike

2010-02-01T14:40:00.004-07:00

If you're still looking for more information check out this video:

The Definition of Value - The Tommaso Imola Road Bikes

2010-01-28T11:25:00.004-07:00

You know those families where there are a set of siblings and they are both super awesome? One of the siblings is usually a little more badass than the other but they are both just blessed. Everything they touch turns to gold. I'm the little brother but so it pains me to say that the older brother is usually the more blessed of the two.

Tommaso has replicated this dynamic, probably just to spite me. The Imola family of road bikes are those kids down the street that dominated everyone at basketball. If your into cycling they are the Schleck brothers.

The Tommaso Imola with Carbon Fork Road Bike is Frank Schleck. Actually it is just a bike. The Tommaso Imola with the carbon fork is the big brother to the Imola and the only real difference between the two bikes is that carbon fork. Not to be downplayed that carbon fork can make a world of difference when riding, especially on long rides. It makes the overall weight of the bike less and the carbon is designed to absorb road vibrations making for a smoother ride.

The Tommaso Imola Road Bike is Andy Schleck, the little brother. The "regular Imola" as it is known around here probably gets a bad rap when compared to the Carbon brother but it is a beast, especially when you consider the price. Both bikes are tricked out with a sleak black paint job, Tommasos compact aluminum frame, and Shimano components including STI shift levers with optical display and adjustable reach.

Trek, Specialized, or an other bike company can't even come close to offering the same value as these beauties. Go ahead and compare, we don't mind, they might though.

Can you pass the test?

2010-01-26T14:16:00.005-07:00

A quick reminder from Randall to keep looking out for yourself when on your bike cause drivers probably aren't looking out for you. Enjoy!

Featured Ride - Tommaso Monza Road Bike

2010-01-25T11:18:00.003-07:00

While discussing bikes this weekend with a friend we got into a discussion about "bang for the buck." If you're unfamiliar with this phrase it means the value of the item in question. At Randall Scott we shoot for the biggest bang for the buck possible, we want to give you as much bike for as little dough as possible. Our discussion veered from overall bikes into components and the final outcome of our debate is that Shimano 105 is often overlooked when compared to Ultegra in the bang for the buck category. All Shimano components are great (especially when their at closeout pricing) but Shimano 105 is ideal for the intermediate rider. If you're racing your bike you may want to look at Ultegra or Dura-Ace but if you're a recreational rider or just starting out 105 has the durability and weight-to-price ratio that is unbeatable.

We sell the Tommaso Monza Road Bike which is spec'd out with Shimano 105 components specifically for this reason. The bang for the buck on this bike is flat-out untouchable. The Monza features a light-weight compact aluminum frame, carbon fork, and Shimano 105 components. To compare you can get a Trek 2.1 with aluminum frame, carbon fork, and Shimano 105 components for more than twice the price of the Monza! Same frame material, 6061 aluminum, same fork, same components, almost $800 cheaper. Trek doesn't list their bike weights on their site otherwise we would compare that for you too, for reference the Monza is a meager 21.6 pounds in a size 54cm.

For more information about the Tommaso Monza you can see Tommaso's product manager talk about the bike at the Tommaso Facebook Page right here.

VeloNews Shows The Tommaso Superleggera Some Love

2010-01-21T13:35:00.004-07:00

VeloNews who is one of the most respected sources in cycling has selected Tommaso's Superleggera Road Bike to feature in their Buyer's Guide for 2010. The Tommaso Superleggera which features an ultra-light Tommaso full carbon frame and Shimano Dura-Ace components is certainly one of the best bikes on the market, especially when you consider the price. VeloNews gave the bike great praise which only backs up how we feel about this beauty. We even got a small shout out in the article, thanks guys!

They highlight one of the best features of the Tommaso brand, their online presence and responsiveness to customers. Tommaso has an extremely active Facebook and Twitter presence, but if you've ever been to the page you'll know it's a listening medium. Tommaso gets feedback from customers and potential customers and uses that information to directly impact the bikes produced. The end result is a bike the customer actually wants, instead of Trek or Specialized telling the customer what they want.

Check out the article here, the Superleggera at Tommaso's website, and you can see it/purchase it at our site right here.

Resolution Shmesolution

2010-01-21T12:06:00.001-07:00

Now that the new year is a few weeks underway it can be safely assumed that everyone has forgotten about their resolutions and settled back into a comfy routine. I can’t say that I’m not guilty of this, although I will say that I bought some new running shoes to help motivate me and they have done the trick. I’m not where I want to be in terms of my resolution, my resolution was to exercise more, but the new shoes are sort of like a trigger. When I see them I get this little feeling of guilt and decide to go snowboarding. Yeah, it’s a little messed up that I don’t go running but this is the case and I’ll take what I can get.

New gear can motivate you in many ways, hopefully more directly than my shoes motivate me. We have had numerous customers tell us that they are on their new bikes fulfilling their own new year’s resolutions, and kudos to them; they are more strong-willed than I am. It is a common resolution to exercise more, especially after all the holiday feasting. It is just as common to break that resolution. Just as new gear has helped me sort-of keep my resolution, we suggest the following options to try and keep yours.

Super Affordable Road Bikes

The cycling season approaches faster than you think, getting a new road bike now will ensure you’re not left behind com season time

Track Bikes

For those in a more urban setting a track bike is a great way to get outdoors, it also makes a stellar commuter

New Shoes

If it worked for me it may work for you. We have great deals on hiking shoes, climbing shoes, and trail running shoes.

Hopefully this is enough to get you back on track with your resolution. We have more tips and deals at our twitter so check that out too.

Tommaso Announces New Carbon Road Bike Line - Cyclists Rejoice!

2009-12-11T09:32:00.003-07:00

When carbon bikes were introduced to the market years ago it changed cycling forever. Obviously superior to aluminum in many ways, yet you're basically riding on plastic. Many were skeptical of descending on what they considered to be no different than their kids trike in construction. Luckily for everyone not only did peoples impressions of carbon fiber change, but the technology advanced to a point where carbon bikes are now high quality. Tommaso has been doing the carbon thing for years. Through rigorous testing they have released their best product to date - a brand new 3 part carbon line of bikes. Read what Tommaso had to say about their line-up below.

We announced the spy shot photos weeks ago, and have the bikes up for sale at our site. Personally, I think the Aggraziato looks the best, but I am all about going big so I'd go with the Superleggera. For you price conscious people these are all sweet deals, but the Corvo is a ton of bang for very little buck.

Tommaso Announces New Carbon Road Bike Line
www.tommasobikes.com (December 10, 2009) - Tommaso Bicycles is proud to release a new family of carbon road bikes. The three new models are the Corvo, Aggraziato and Superleggera. All three models are based on the same high modulus monocoque carbon frame platform that weighs in at 2.2 pounds for a 52cm frame. According to the Tommaso product team this is the perfect balance of lightweight material to performance. The frames were tested for over two years and the new carbon frames from Tommaso have proven to be tough for wear yet comfortable to ride.
The Tommaso Corvo is the entry level model and comes equipped with Shimano Tiagra/105 componentry, Shimano R-500 wheels fitted with Hutchinson tires, FSA Vero compact crank and Tommaso bar, stem, seatpost and saddle. The lightweight carbon frame has a carbon fork with an aluminum steer tube to save money and provide the consumer with carbon at an aluminum bike price.
The Tommaso Aggraziato gets a facelift in looks and performance. This Tommaso carbon model comes dressed with Shimano Ultegra components, Shimano RS10 wheels with Hutchinson tires, FSA Gossamer compact crank and FSA headset. The frame is Tommaso’s high modulus monocoque carbon frame with a carbon/aluminum fork. Silver decals, matching silver handlebar tape and a Tommaso TRS saddle finish off the lightweight carbon frame.
The top offering from Tommaso is the Superleggera with its monocoque carbon frame and full carbon fork. On this model you will find Shimano Dura-Ace 7800 shifters and rear derailleur with Ultegra 6600 front derailleur, Shimano RS20 wheels with Hutchinson tires, FSA Gossamer crank and TRS Tommaso bar, stem and post. Tommaso has entered the component market with its own bar, stem, post and saddle on the mid-higher tier models in the line. With Tommaso having the ability to produce their own line of high quality components, they have found that it gives them greater control over what they can offer the consumer while the cost remains low and performance remains competitive.
2010 will see the introduction of more carbon offerings from Tommaso. There are plans for the release of a SRAM Rival carbon cyclocross bike and two carbon triathlon bikes. The carbon tri bike was developed during 2009 and raced at Ironman Louisville. The carbon cross bike has been appearing at the cyclocross series in Colorado for the last four months. This will be a big year for Tommaso as they are doubling the size of their line. Tommaso is also interacting with consumers on their Facebook Fan Page and Twitter (www.facebook.com/tommasobikes, www.twitter.com/tommasobikes) and listening to what the consumers want in a bike. TR Maloney, Tommaso Bicycles Product Manager, said: “If it makes good sense on a performance and a price level we’ll throw the idea in the mix. We really enjoy our interaction with the fans of Tommaso. How many other companies give you direct access to the people making the bikes?” This direct access has created what is affectionately known as Tommaso Nation, a group of customers who interact and give input on the direction of Tommaso Bicycles.

About Tommaso Bikes:
Founded in 1985 Tommaso Bicycle Company’s philosophy is to produce the finest bicycles in the world. We are committed to excellence in the design, craftsmanship, and distribution of our beloved Road Bicycles.
At Tommaso, we adhere to strict comprehensive quality control. Every bicycle must pass a relentless and rigorous criterion of tests before they ever make it into production.
Our systematic prepping process guarantees precision setups. Every Tommaso bicycles leaves our factories with a lifetime guarantee.
Our mission is to combine our old world tradition of maximum attention to detail in shaping our premier frame tubes and precision paint schemes with cutting edge technology and innovation.
Beauty and performance are evident in all of our models from their race proven geometries, cutting edge ergonomic design and inspiring and flowing elegant aesthetics.
Relish the sense of adventure and elegance captured on a Tommaso bicycle.
Tommaso has a presence on the web that is unrivaled by any bike company. You can catch up with Team Tommaso at www.tommasobikes.com, tommasobikes.blogspot.com, www.twitter.com/tommasobikes, and www.facebook.com/tommasobikes. Tommaso values your opinion and invites you to join in on the conversation, let’s make a better product together!

Holiday Shopping Zoolander Style

2009-11-27T10:10:00.004-07:00

Holiday shopping fever has fully set in across America. Finally something else to talk about besides H1N1. But in all seriousness right now is the best time to do your holiday shopping. Retailers are offering "doorbuster" deals, which is a nice way to say you can save $10 and get trampled by the 1,000 people trying to do the same thing.

We don't like reading stories of people hurt while struggling to fight their way into Wal-Mart so we do everything we can to give you the best deals without even leaving your house. Grab some hot chocolate, wrap yourself up in a Snuggie, and hangout infront of your computer to get your holiday shopping done. No elbows to the nose in that scenario.

We are offering 25% off bikes priced $599 and up. It's a sweat deal that will end today. We are also hooking up a serious 1 day offer on our Augusta D&D Blue Steel edition. Yes, that is a Zoolander reference, and yes that is a Tommaso Steel Track Bike for only $299. Happy Holidays and Happy Riding!

Tommaso Carbon Bikes Spy Shots

2009-10-29T16:24:00.004-06:00

Tommaso just released this "spy shot" of a couple of bikes on their facebook fan page. The caption of the image is "The Tommaso carbon road bikes are almost here! Here's a peak at two of the three beauties coming your way. More pictures to come..."

This leads us to believe a couple of things:

1. Tommaso has carbon bikes arriving soon (we had Tommaso carbon bikes not long ago and sold out, obviously because they are awesome!)

2. Tommaso has 3 carbon fiber bikes (duh, it says that)

3. One is named the Tommaso Aggraziato, the other the Tommaso Corvo. Corvo is a new name in the Tommaso Line, who knows that this means for this bike though. Perhaps it is some NHL collaboration bike...

4. The Corvo appears to be a black/white bike and the Aggraziato appears to be black/silver, check that hot bartape on the Aggraziato.

5. So far these bikes look pretty sweet, we are excited and you should be too. Of course if you want to be the first to know of these bikes arrival join our newsletter or follow our deals twitter.

Tommaso Mondial Road Bike - Product Managers Review

2009-10-27T17:39:00.005-06:00

Tommaso is proud of every bike they make and we love them for that. We are proud of the bikes they make as well. One of the bikes that we think is the best in the current production is the Tommaso Mondial Road Bike. We are fond of this bike for many reason, which we let Tommaso explain for themselves. If you ask me though aesthetically this is the best Tommaso road bike. The blue on this bike is the coolest blue I've ever seen on a bike, it is bold but not overwhelming, paired with the white logo it looks modern and sleek. Performance wise, we've always been a fan of the price to performance ratio of Shimano Ultegra (that's some crisp shifting for a petty penny) and the carbon fork adds a smooth ride. Read on for a review of the Tommaso Mondial direct from the source.

Tommaso Product Manager's Review:

Every now and then I get a moment to stop and write about a Tommaso bike that I love to ride. Of course as a Tommaso Product Manager I have the chance to ride a lot of bikes, but there are some that catch my attention for personal reasons. This has to do with time in the saddle as well as my history in cycling. Let’s just say I was racing on down tube shifters and wearing a neon pink racing kit…yeah, I’ve been in the game a little while.

One of the bikes that returns to my attention often is the Tommaso Mondial. It comes up more frequently than Kiss songs on my iPod. The Mondial is a rock star in its own right. It has the time-tested Ultegra 6600 STI shifters, Ultegra 6600 rear derailleur and Ultegra 6600 front derailleur. There’s nothing to worry about and no need for an upgrade. The Ultegra is an amazing group that appears on a couple of my bikes. I have Ultegra on my travel bike (it’s been around the world a few times) and it comes out of the case shifting every time. One of the best parts about the Mondial spec is the FSA Gossamer crank. Most people don’t know that a certain World Champion time trial God prefers the aluminum Gossamer over the carbon FSA cranks because of the Gossamer's stiffness. We feel that if it is good enough for him it should be good enough for Tommaso Nation.

Another nice feature of the FSA Gossamer crank is the compact 50/34 tooth arrangement. Compact cranks are great for just about everyone except the most elite cyclists. Then again some pros have used them during the mountain stages of well known races. Choosing a compact crank makes good sense for many reasons. It's lighter and the gear range is better, making it much easier to use than a triple. The compact gives you all gearing options that you need, especially when the road points upward. That's where you'll really enjoy the 34 front chainring.

The cockpit of the Tommaso Mondial is very comfortable. As a product manager I have a collection of handlebars. I travel the world and have been known to amuse others as I try out every bar that I can get my hands on. I maneuver into the descending position, get into sprint mode and climbing position. I ride the tops, drops and hoods. After years of racing, training, centuries and MS-150 rides, I know what fits most hands comfortably. If you check out the Tommaso Blog you will see that I have written a piece on what is involved in choosing good handlebars. If you ever see me on a long ride I will be happy to discuss my insane testing system for cycling saddles, bar wrap and even sunglasses…I’m a little bit of a freak.

The color of the Mondial is another draw for me. In the sunlight the bold blue is killer! It looks incredible with the black paint and white decals. I do enjoy bikes that look fast even when not moving. The 12K weave on the fork legs only enhances the racy feel of the bike. The carbon TRS Tommaso fork is stout with no wimpy fork flex under the duress of white knuckle descending. I am amazed at how much vibration and deflection I have noticed in super-light (READ: Super Expensive) boutique forks that feel great in your hands but offer very little in real-world performance.

Riding a Tommaso Mondial is pure joy. All the parts come together in harmony and the ride is wonderful. The gearing allows for an all around smooth ride, the Shimano components take care of the work and the comforting shapes of the saddle and handlebar leave your attention where it belongs-on the road. The 32-hole Alex 450 rims were chosen because they are workhorse rims. They can be easily trued and the machined brake surface is a welcome comfort when the weather gets nasty.

When you step on the pedals the Mondial accelerates very quickly. The geometry allows me to sit “in” the bike and not “on” the bike. It's almost as if the Mondial is reading my mind. When I think "turn" it dives in and rips right through. If I see a hole in the pack it jumps right in and when the road goes up the bike answers to standing on the pedals with a healthy return of speed.

The bottom line is that cycling is about your time away from worry, work and traffic jams. Isn’t it nice to know when you get home you can grab a Tommaso and disappear for a comforting ride? The bike is going to last. The parts are chosen to get the job done at a price that is unbeatable. Tommaso wants you to go for a ride and not be taken for one.

After a race this summer I was asked, "Who are the members of Team Tommaso?" I replied “Everyone that is smart enough to buy a Tommaso". In reading the great comments about our bikes on the Facebook Fan Page I am reminded that we are all part of the same great team. Here’s to the long rides and journeys we take on our Tommaso Bikes.

Tommaso Gets Down ... and Dirty

2009-10-15T12:36:00.002-06:00

We just received a new shipment of bikes from Tommaso. In the truck was a much needed refill of the Tommaso Imola Road Bike, which was a huge success with our customers. We now have a full size run of the regular Imola linked above and the upgraded version, the Tommaso Imola with Carbon Fork Road Bike.

While we are excited to have in stock the product our customers have been asking for, we are even more excited to offer something totally new. Tommaso got into the track bike scene years ago with their Augusta and it was hugely popular. Then they updated the standard version into a sleek stealthy version called the Ninja. They recently made some limited edition bikes and frames, all of which can be seen in our Track Bike section.

Now we have the newest incarnation of Tommaso track bikes, the Tommaso Down & Dirty Track Bike. This bike comes in a Blue Steel color with silver and black accents. While the bike has subtle and minimalist styling, it is packed with all the features you could want in a real track bike. While we appreciate neon bikes and deep dish wheels, this bike is a turn in the other direction and we think you're gonna love this bike -- both for the look and ride.

The 40 Yard Dash and Chug

2009-09-09T12:07:00.010-06:00

Well it was bound to happen...so much trash talk between friends that finally it erupted in a 40-yard dash challange. It seems the Ironman in training and Tommaso Product Manager TR Maloney stopped by and was going over some bike business when a certain Jeff L. stated he could run faster than TR. Of course this was countered with a "I could drop you in Birkenstocks!"(Tough words from a man who shaves his legs). As you know once the line is drawn between boys there is no backing down. A date of September 4th was set (after Ironman Louisville-God forbid a toe gets tweaked before the event). Being a kind soul TR added a PBR beer chug at the end to allow Jeff a chance in the competition. After reviewing the video one will see that a 40-yard dash is best saved for perps on Cops (not intended at you Jeff) and not marathon runners...It's all in a day of fun at the Randall Scott Company. Enjoy!

Cross My Heart...

2009-09-02T17:57:00.002-06:00

With the changing of the seasons from summer into fall a sense of anticipation fills the air for many cyclists. While centuries and single track riding during the summer is certainly breathtaking, both literally and figuratively, the fall season offers something more genre bending. Geometry similar to a traditional road bike but tire clearance and components that make the bike more versatile when it comes to varied terrain, the cyclocross (or cross bike for short) holds a special place in the heart of many.

Cross races are some of the most exciting to watch and the riders are truly the baddest of the bad in the cycling world. I've never seen a clean shoe or shin after a cyclocross race. Typically the face isn't safe from the mud either. CrossVegas which runs in conjunction with Americas largest cycling trade show, Interbike, is an extremely popular race which will receive television air play during the months of October and November for anyone who is interested in catching the action.

We at Randall Scott are excited to see this less mainstream form of cycling take off and have noticed that many people and companies are being lured into enticing and exciting world of cyclocross. We even caught a sneak peak of a Tommaso cyclocross bike at the Tommaso Bikes Facebook Fan Page. According to the caption the carbon beast will see some race action this season. We hope it goes well so we can get our hands on one of our own, and hopefully a grip of them to make available to you too.

Rest Day

2009-07-13T11:59:00.004-06:00

It’s a rest day for the Tour de France which means the cycling public is forced to rekindle the love lost with a spouse over the last week, rediscover the sun and in general bathe and groom. For those who have gone off the deep end and need more time to recover you really have until Friday as the Sprinters will rule the land for the next couple days with more authority than Lance after an attack by Iban Mayo after being dumped by a spectator’s musette bag.

Come Friday most of us will be glued to the Versus channel searching for reasons to show up to work late or take a 3-hour lunch. We must see the action live as there is always some dweeb from the mailroom that blows the day’s results when we are recording the stage for when we get home. A recorded session of the Tour is like waking up to a wonderful gift on Christmas morning.

The likelihood of a cycling fan missing a stage in the mountains is right up there with the likelihood of Alberto accepting a water bottle from an overly-smirking Lance. Before the end of the Alps the drama of Team Astana will unfold and we will see who really has the ponies to hold it all the way to Paris. It’s hard to believe a team with enough talent to fill up all three spots on the podium could actually tear itself apart before they reach the Champs-Elysees.

Lifer

2009-05-08T16:28:00.001-06:00

I didn’t know Sheldon Brown personally but I still enjoy visiting his Website www.sheldonbrown.com and immersing myself in the details of internal hubs and thread pitch. The cycling community lost Sheldon last year to a heart attack after being diagnosed with primary progressive multiple sclerosis. If you have a moment, take a quick trip over to his Website and poke around.

The thing about Sheldon, and the thousands of other bike people that have bearing grease soaked skin, chainring scars and bodies of all shapes and sizes that have seen many miles go under their tires is that we are “lifers.” The term “lifer” is usually tied to convicts with no chance of getting out of prison. For us the term is a badge of commitment that we have made a choice and are doing time (joyously) in the world of cycling.

Being a lifer is a wonderful way to go through life. You see and hear everything differently. I was in the locker room at the gym and I heard a ratchet sound from the next aisle. I almost called out “Sidi mountain shoes?” but don’t believe in small talk in locker rooms. Sure enough, the man from the aisle next to mine came walking by with his blue Sidi MTB shoes on his way to spin class. The Sidi ratchet just makes a different noise than the rest.

I remember pulling out my new Wound-Up carbon fork (back in 1996) from the box only hear my boss Chip (another lifer) comment “Your new fork is crooked.” I thought he was full of it and giving me grief because he was a frame builder and loved steel forks. Well we put the fork on the alignment table (damn frame builders) and sure enough the legs were off! He had just eyeballed that sucker for 2 seconds and knew. Chip was the one who hired me after cross threading a BB shell into a new carbon frame. It took us three hours to get the BB out (sawed the cup with a hacksaw blade with a rag for a handle) and he enjoyed the challenge so much he didn’t charge me. The frame survived Chip hired me a month later. I learned almost everything I know working for him.

There’s an old joke about the cycling industry that goes: How do you make a small fortune in the cycling industry? The answer: Start with a large one. No, money doesn’t fall from the sky in the cycling industry. Lifers would rather spend the day counting spokes than dollars. We can tell you the BCD (bolt circle diameter) of a Campy road crank versus a Shimano road cranks and wax philosophically about lugged steel frames but couldn’t explain Keynesian economics to save our lives. A dollar to us is a tire boot after a bad cut in the middle of a ride.

So I’m a Lifer. For the rest of my life cycling will run through my veins and my thoughts will always come back to the simple joy of pedaling. We Lifers find therapy in our shop late at night standing in front of a bike watching the chain snake through the pulleys and glide over the cogs. We enjoy the smell of chain lube and our hands are a testament to the life we have chosen. We are proud of who we are but do not boast. We are problem solvers and life savers (just ask anyone with a derailleur issue moments before a big race). We get as much reward from watching a child get his or her first bike as we do watching the pros win races on bikes we built or tuned. Most of all we have chosen a life (or did it choose us?) that allows us to be around bicycles and ride them, produce them, repair them and enjoy them. Yeah, I’m a Lifer. Would you really want anyone else making bikes for you?

Pressure To Win

2009-04-22T09:17:00.002-06:00

Most consider road bike racing a non-contact sport. Yet check out the YouTube video (see below) of Theo Bos ‘pulling’ Deryl Impey off his bike onto the pavement during the Turkish stage race last Sunday and you may consider otherwise. However, much debate surrounds whether Bos did indeed pull Impey down or whether it was simply an unfortunate cycling accident. The footage certainly suggests that Bos grabbed Impey’s yellow jersey and used NFL tactics to de-seat Impey. However, Bos denies any intentional action. Furthermore, questions circulate the incident. Why would Bos have pulled Impey in front of his own bike? And if he did, what interactions between himself and Impey could have taken place to result in such a dangerous retaliation? In my opinion, however, the most disturbing assumption is that winning has come to mean so much to some people that they will engage in unfair, dangerous behavior.
In one poll, one hundred and ten athletes were asked if, in taking illegal performance enhancing drugs (with no chance of being caught) they were guaranteed to win all their competitions for the next five years, but then DIE from the drugs, would they still take the them? Guess what….90 of them said yes! This may not be as surprising as we initially think. When was the last time an athlete received the kind of respect and national recognition that comes with winning from simply ‘trying hard’ or being a generally good person? America especially, but the rest of the world as well, honors the highest scores, the fastest times and the best results. Athletes feel this pressure and respond accordingly. When physical limits prevent meeting the public’s expectations, other measures are taken to circumvent barriers. Furthermore, high paying athletes often get off with little more than a slap on the wrist. As they come to see themselves as above the rules, it is no wonder that further illicit behavior ensues. The real issue is not whether Bos threw Impey to the ground; the real issue is that this is even a possible explanation for what happened during the race.

Got Bike?

2009-04-17T10:29:00.004-06:00

I woke up on Wednesday to grey skies instead of the beautiful baby blue, cloudless skies of the past week, which I had gotten used to. The first thought that flashed through my mind was, “Maybe I should just drive to work today.” I like to think of myself as a bike commuter, preferring two wheels and man (or woman, I should say) power to four wheels and horse power (if I actually had a horse this might be different). Yet that day I found myself craving a comfortable seat and a heating system. In the end, due to guilt, I hopped on my bike and pedaled to work, instantly feeling better. This mornings debate got me thinking; the vast majority of us don’t even consider using alternative transportation. I’ve watched a friend hop in his car to drive to a park about two blocks away to play some basketball. I’ve seen shoppers circle the rows in the Safeway parking lot, waiting for one of the first five spots because spot six would be too far away. And all the while, we wonder why obesity, air pollution, global warming and a myriad of other problems continue to rise!

Every gallon of gas burned produces twenty pounds of carbon dioxide. Asthma rates have increased drastically due to air pollution; most air pollution having been shown to come from vehicles. Not to mention the habitats we have claimed with our roads and highways, viewing road kill as a smelly inconvenience rather than a consequence of our continuous global take over. How would you like a gofer to tunnel three or four exits up through your living room floor? Seeing as pest control companies seem to be doing fine, I would guess most people wouldn’t be big fans.
As if the future of the only world we have is not enough, let’s examine a problem that people seem more concerned with: obesity. America spends ridiculous amounts of money on diet books and pills. Everyone is looking for a ‘quick fix’ to lose weight. Well, that quick fix is sitting in your garage collecting dust (and I certainly don’t mean your new SUV). Why do we only concern ourselves with the intake half of the energy balance equation? Why not consider the output factor? Then, at least, you can still enjoy a cookie once in a while. Plus, you save the gas money, which you can always put towards diet pills if you’re still not convinced about the benefits of exercise. So next time you grab your keys, think about using the one belonging to your bike lock rather than the one belonging to your Bentley.

Suckerfish

2009-04-13T13:56:00.004-06:00

OK…it is a busy Monday but I had to stop and comment on this insanity. Keep in mind it is from a design competition so there is room for the imagination. It is called the “Bike Remora.” It is based off of the Remora Fish that hitches rides off of other fish. By the way, please note that this fish is also called the “Suckerfish.” Because as a society we all love the freeloaders and this fish and this invention are no exception.

The Bike Remora uses “a silicone coated magnet to secure itself to the automobile.” Of course safety is an issue and the Bike Remora has a safety leash that “wraps around the wrist of the cyclist and when pulled upon, the magnet recesses in to the shell of the Bike Remora’s body, thus becoming unattached to any surface." Funny, I don’t see any mention of a bullet-proof remora shield to protect the cyclist from the 9mm artillery blowing through the rear window of the vehicle that they decided to “hitch” a free ride from. The mindset of this invention is based on a day when “respect falls onto the pedestrian or cyclist.” [Insert more rambling text here] “Because of the car’s impact on the environment, it will be in debt to the common cyclist, and will happily take on a couple “remoras.”

I started a new paragraph because I wanted to give you time to laugh aloud or run to the bathroom due to this interesting take on relationship between cars and cyclists. I would have to say: Make like Aerosmith and “Dream On.” It seems like in the future (of crazy people that is) that Catholic Guilt and global warming will be the reason that cars will want a bunch of cyclist freaks hitching a ride uptown. Yeah, I said freaks…come on; anyone with a detachable magnet in their hand trying to suck onto a car is…well… a freak. Here’s an idea…why don’t we just pedal our own bikes and not use cars as the “escalators” of the open road. Maybe we will all be better off keeping our hands and “remoras” to ourselves. A word to the “suckerfishes” out there: Last time I grabbed onto the trailer of a landscaping truck, from my bike at a red light, I almost got a lawnmower thrown on me.

San Francisco Grand Prix

2009-04-06T12:53:00.002-06:00

Picture the San Francisco Bay laid out below you, salty wind whistling through your helmet, the cry of seagulls filling your ears as they circle above head. Hundreds of people restlessly surround you, dressed in that familiar get up- biking jersey, helmet, a pair of Look Road Cleats. It’s a modern day cycling army similar to that of the Spartans in 300, and you have positioned yourself at the forefront of the charge, riding in cat one. Although the sky is grey, you’re thankful for the cool fog as you anticipate the 108.1 miles of hills that await you. And then, before you’ve done much more than mount your Kuota Kharma Carbon Fiber road bike, the race is on! Well done, you’ve just begun the T-Mobile San Francisco Grand Prix.

It’s been four years since I’ve been in San Francisco for this international circuit, but the atmosphere is incredible. While most city commuters will lay on their horn if they have to slow down to 40 mph to let someone into their lane, not a trace of complaint is present when the city shuts down miles of its streets to accommodate the race. Spectators line the course shouting encouragement, even to those cyclists they have never met; and especially to those cyclists who seem to need that extra push as they climb their umpteenth hill. Many spectators are simply tourists with the original intent to cross the Golden Gate or take the ferry over to Alcatraz. Perhaps they wished to eat fresh crab on Pier 39 or see Lombard St., the curviest street in the world. But the energy emanating from hundreds of spandex clad, calf-enhanced cyclists is just too much. It is a sight not to be missed. And for those who get impatient sitting on the sidewalk, an event not to let pass by!

MUD

2009-04-01T11:16:00.002-06:00

Talk about false alarms! I guess summer is going to hold out on us a little longer. No worries though; rain, wet snow and dirt trails combine to create one of nature’s most entertaining elements…MUD! As Sunday’s sun warmed up the foot or so of snow that dropped on us on Thursday, I jumped on the chance to get some quality mud trekking in. Paths had cleared enough to make my way into the backcountry, but remained wet enough to make my hike challenging and bring me back to the good old days of puddle jumping. Plugging along with a few friends, our hike soon turned into a mud fight after one particular puddle jump resulted in a mud facial for my friend. While I thought this was considerate of me (these facials usually cost a lot of money!) she thought a strategically aimed handful of mud was more appropriate than a thank you. After some slipping, some sliding and a lot of laughs we called a mud-caked truce. Forget overpriced mud baths. All you need to feel young again is a good slushy day in the mud. And although we want to be young, there are certain adult additions that make the ride home more bearable, such as Patagonia’s rain shadow pants and jacket. Their lightweight, waterproof fabric makes them easy to pack during questionable weather, as well as providing unrestrictive protection when the elements take a turn for the….more exciting. Keeping a spare towel or two in the trunk may not be a bad idea either. And for the mud-fight loser, there’s always the option of a good hose down before getting into the car.

Welcome Spring

2009-03-20T10:55:00.003-06:00

As sad as it is to acknowledge the impending end of the ski season, who can complain about the early arrival of spring weather. Nothing beats being outdoors on a late May day, except maybe having that day come in March. Fifty degree weather means one thing...break out the camping supplies! My plans for the weekend as we enter spring break? Forget Mexico and sloppy college freshman, I'm throwing the Sierra Designs ASP 2 Tent on my back, packing up some S'More fixings and heading up Left Hand! Spring temperatures are good for two things; growing Tulips on Pearl Street and camping. It gets cool enough at night that the camp fire is warm and comforting, and stays cool enough in the morning that your tent doesn't become comparable to a country club sauna room filled with half-naked hairy men.

With the ASP 2 only weighing in at 5 pounds, I can hike in (the proper way to camp) rather than pitching a tent in the shadow of some gas-guzzling beast, right next to three other camping groups. I can find a great clearing, surrounded by wildlife rather than wild students. I'll take sleeping under the stars over being cooped up inside any day. As often as we seem to forget it, we humans were made to be outside. Sixty hour work weeks have become 'natural' while nature has become foreign. So consider me an advocate for the return to the truly natural. And if a sixty hour work week cannot be avoided, I at least, choose to spend my weekends enjoying the beauty of the outdoors rather than planting myself mindlessly in front of the latest reality TV show. Plus, while I carry the two-person lightweight ASP 2 tent (weighing less than most brief cases or book bags), my camping buddy can easily handle a couple Sierra Designs Echo 20 sleeping bags and some granola for the morning. That's right, we are "Granola's" and we love it. So on behalf of all the Granolas out there I say "Welcome Spring"!

Flirting With Disaster

2009-02-26T22:35:00.003-07:00

I remember a hot West Virginia day in 1994 preparing for a time trial in the 21 event West Virginia Race Series. The whole series was amazing and there were some tough teams to deal with on a weekly basis. I love to time trial so I was excited to do well. There was cash to be had and I needed some points to work my way from second to first overall in the series. I knew the course and half way through the 18-mile trip I knew I was flying. The sun was out and the weather was perfect. I was coming up on a tricky right hand turn that dropped down into a quick decent. I knew the course volunteers at this corner as they were the wives of my boss and a co-worker. As I slowed to make the tricky corner I looked at the two women volunteers and said “Hello Ladies!” and cleared the corner.

I blasted the rest of the course and hit the line as hard as I could. I rolled a half mile with my head low and my lungs heaving. I drained that sucker and knew it! I turned the pedals easy as I made my way back to the start/finish area and looked at the timer with a devilish smile. She looked at me and gave a quick “no” motion with her head. Results were not posted yet but she let me know I had come up short. I was stunned! Ten minutes later I learned I lost by one second. One second!

I thought I had given my all that day. I risked it in the corners, hammered the straights and demolished the climbs…how did I miss? Then it hit me, I said “hello” to the ladies going around the tricky corner. Even though I didn’t stop for pleasantries, I did take my mind off the goal. I let myself slip and paid the price. Even though I lost to a very strong rider and good friend it hurt no less, I should have won. I had not given it my all. I had given it 99% and came up short. I learned an important lesson that day: Race to the finish line and save the gossip for the awards ceremony.

The following year I kept my mouth shut and won the time trial. Second place that day was 2 minutes down. Lesson learned!

Tommaso Gets Dirty

2009-02-04T14:28:00.009-07:00

February 4, 2009

Boulder, Colorado

Subject: Tommaso Carbon Fiber Hard tail Mountain Bike Prototype

Tommaso has done it again! After years of providing consumers with quality road machines, Tommaso has made the plunge into the Mountain Bike market with quite a splash. Though only a prototype, I’m excited to see what else Tommaso has up its sleeve for 2009.

Being in Colorado in February you might think mountain bikes are in storage for the winter, but that’s probably because you have never spent a winter in Boulder. Sure we get some cold days when the temp hovers around zero and then we get days like today. Not a cloud in the sky and 62 degrees. That’s right, early February and prime mountain biking conditions.

Hall Ranch in Lyons, Colorado is about 15 min from our shop in Boulder and is one of the true gems tucked in the frontrange. A prefect testing ground providing a mix of technical rock gardens, smooth single track and a rolling loop at the top.

To give you some perspective I normally ride this trail on my Iron Horse MKIII Elite boasting 5 inches of travel. The MKIII, featuring the patented DW-Link Rear Suspension has no trouble making the 5 mile ascent to the top and of course it’s big smiles all the way down to the parking lot. So dropping 6 Lbs to a carbon fiber hardtail is a noticeable difference right out of the gate. The Tommaso is light and stiff which is immediately realized when you start to ascend. The full carbon frame was responsive to each pedal stroke and I was really enjoying the weight loss throughout the climb.

At 5”9 with an 22” top tube the geometry felt comfortable but still aggressive enough to maintain accurate control of the bicycle. Going into the ride I was fairly confident this carbon hardtail would glide uphill and I was not let down in any form. The downhill was my concern, especially coming from a 5” travel horse. Specifically, my reservations were vibration, stability and control. Somehow the product managers at Tommaso created a carbon fiber hard tail that I felt comfortable pushing hard downhill. The vibration encountered due to the lack of rear suspension is quickly dampened by the carbon fiber frame material. The ironic combination of stiffness and ride comfort make this Tommaso standout. Even over the rocky and bump sections the bike tracked well without jostling the pilot.

I’m sold, ready to buy. Hopefully we will see a limited production of the Tommaso Carbon Fiber hard tail sometime in 2009.

COMPLETE SPECS

Frame: Tommaso Full Carbon Fiber 12k Carbon Weave (1170 grams)

Rear Shock: Not on this beast

Fork: Fox 100R

Front Derailleur: Shimano Deore XT

Rear Derailleur: Shimano Deore XT

Shifters: Shimano Deore XT Rapid Fire

Brakes: Avid Juicy 7

Chain: SRAM PC-951

Crankset: Race Face Evolve XC 44/32/22T Alloy

Cassette: SRAM PG-970, 11/34T

Pedals: Crank Brothers Eggbeater Ti

Bottom Bracket: Race Face X-Type

Headset: 1 1/8" Cane Creek Zero-Stack ZS-2

Saddle: WTB Silverado Race Black

Seat Post: Thomson Elite 27.2mm

Handlebar: Ritchey Rizer Comp 31.8mm,

Grips: WTB TECHNICAL TRAIL GRIP

Stem: Ritchey Pro 100mm

Tires: WTB ExiWolf 1.95"

Wheelset: DT/SWISS X 1800

Weight: 23.8 Lbs for the complete bike (with some component upgrades we are looking at just over 20 LBS)

[Product Manager's Note: The specs on the production bikes are going to blow your mind! Check back often for the production models going on sale. The limited run in going to disappear fast!]

Faster Than You Think

2009-01-28T12:06:00.009-07:00

If you think you are fast in this town give it five minutes. This is Boulder and there is speed to be found trickling out of garden hoses in the middle of the night. This is a fast town. This town deserves the indoor track just for the insanity of it all. Ridiculously banked corners made of plywood that roar underneath like a heard of mustangs on a 10-second path of bending tires and twitching grey matter.

You can’t buy a banana in this town without walking though the air-stream of another Boulder hammer. You better not have hot dogs and Twinkie s in that cart sucker. This town is tough. You can’t even get a bag for your milk. Recycle or die! You can take that plastic bag hording, trans-fat soaking, beer and a cigarette habit back to Long Island! NASCAR and Golf? Not in this town, not if you want a prayer of seeing the front of a pack. Hell, this guy sits at the desk next to me! This town is full of talent, speed and power.

Bikes are different in this town. They don’t sissy around ribbons of paved ebony glass. In this town you might want to start getting used to Vittoria Open Corsa EVO 700x25’s for the roads that turn into dirt at the top. As if the descents weren’t enough to send folks from the Mid-West packing, try them after winter when a good measure of sand and gravel has been dumped in the corners…for traction of all things!

I’m blessed to be here and I will be cursed, and will curse, if I ever have to leave. As for those of you that haven’t made it here yet: Don’t come here! We’ve got enough pros, tri-gods, wannabes, never was, and never wills here. There is sure to be plenty of room in Fort Collins or Denver. Your five minutes are up…do you still think you are fast?

The World is Mine!

2009-01-09T09:30:00.006-07:00

Most people who have been riding bikes for a little while feel it is only normal that a company should sponsor their fascination with two wheels. Thus the sponsorship bug hits them and along with it comes grand illusions of free clothes, bikes and equipment. So they fire off a few emails or letters to companies and bikes shops while making room in the garage for the boon sure to follow…and then nothing happens…and then come the blanket of disappointment. No helmets, no jersey, no wheels, no free bike…drat!

Sponsorship is a tricky game. Most people assume since they won, or placed, in a race with their spouse sitting in a lawn chair along with 8 other people, they deserve a full ride with some bike company or shop. They have the wrong idea about what sponsorship is about. Who was second in the Tour de France last year? Don’t know, do ya? See what I mean? Millions of people watch and attend that race and 98% of the people can’t even name second place in the biggest bicycle race in the world!

So what do sponsors want? Exposure for their product or services. They want an energetic face that supports the sport and the product. They want a representative to show and tell people how good a product is and how it works. They want an athlete that coaches others or teaches clinics. They want a body that influences others in a positive manner (and a manner that would make other people buy their sponsor’s product). Of course great race results will help get through more doors and bring in bigger sponsors but results aren’t the only way into the sponsor’s heart.

So to help you get sponsored, I have attached the letter I sent out this year for sponsorship. Happy hunting!

Dear Sponsor:

Ron Burgandy in Anchorman said it best: “I don’t know how to put this but, I’m kind of a big deal. People know me.”

When I heard (insert company name here) was receiving resumes from Elite Athletes I immediately thought I should send mine since I am one of the most Elitist Athletes that I, and everyone else, should know. It is really quite simple…I am glorious and the world should, and does, know it. So…If I am “pimping” your product it is a win-win all around. I get free sh*t and you get a representative that will be competing on a domestic scale in triathlon, road racing, MTB, running, track and drinking games jacked up on Cytomax, Optygen and Viagra (why do you think my eyes are so blue?). God only know how many bored housewives will get a look at me and want whatever I am “selling.”

I would list all my great race results but that information is under a box of medals and trophies that is honestly too heavy to lift. Last year’s Christmas card had a picture of me in a bathtub, naked, covered in all my medals from competing. Who needs soap on a rope when I have 1^st in my age-group at some park in Georgia? The important thing is what I plan on doing. I will grace a couple races with my presence from California to Florida and leave no GU packet undisturbed.

The bottom line is I am a whore and I know how to get people excited about whatever is inside the gravitational pull of my ego. With a head this big you can bet there is a lot of “pull” for the products Max uses (please note the 3^rd person reference). It will be a banner year for the elitist in me. I hope your company (insert name here) can be part of the magic.

Get it while it’s hot!

Max Drop

Round and Round

2009-01-03T18:39:00.013-07:00

The Boulder Indoor Cycling facility opened its doors this past weekend and RS Cycle in the resplendent team green was there to rock the boards and check out the amazing 142 meter track with 45 degree corners. Here is just a sample of the action in Boulder.

Elephant Loves Randall

2008-12-30T13:57:00.002-07:00

Elephant Journal, a magazine (now ditching the paper for interwebz) about mindful living recently showed its appreciation for Randall Scott. We are totally excited to be held in such esteem for doing what we love. Biking. Oh and helping preserve this radical planet, that's pretty high up on our list as well. Elephant took a liking to our badboy commuter bike the Tommaso Molto. Check out the article here, then go ride your bike, then do yoga, Elephant and Randall would be proud.

Netsuite Loves Randall

2008-12-30T13:47:00.004-07:00

Netsuite, the leading integrated web-based business software suite, loves the Randall Scott Company. Netsuite decided to give focus to some of its biggest stars and we were honored to make the cut. Only six companies were featured of their thousands of clients, talk about exclusive! Randall was one of two owners granted the opportunity to be part of a podcast they did to accompany the feature. The Big Dog knocked it out of the park. Read about it here or listen to the podcast here. Awww, Netsuite we love you too.

PS - Our homie Tom at Spidertrax Off-Road made the list and podcast too. Congrats and keep up the good work!

Merry Maxmas

2008-12-29T17:50:00.002-07:00

Well…Team Randall Scott Cycle's very own Max got a gig playing Santa on Christmas Eve and managed to scare a 2-year old into hiding for hours, make Billy Bob Thornton seem tame in Bad Santa and make a case of Amstel Light disappear (“Santa Magic” he called it). He also managed to pass out a few gifts before passing out. The kids thought it was great and the adults are considering therapy.
The off-season can be a time of release for athletes. After a year of counting calories, carbs, fat and protein grams, the holidays are a time to test the elasticity of the waistband and abuse the kidneys. After a couple weeks of surfing the holiday buffet a Speedo can quickly become a “Speedon’t” in the eyes of the world. Well January is right around the corner and the bell will again ring for the start of training. Long after the New Year’s Resolution fitness army loses its steam, those left will be getting ready to toe the line and see what they’ve got in the tank.
Racing is a great way to test equipment and 2009 will see Max and a few of his merry bandits take to the races on their Tommaso bikes. So tune back in often for training, tips and racing reports. Next week Max shows up for training camp and the initial weigh in…he better hope those Amstel’s were lights!

Joe Mama

2008-12-17T11:57:00.005-07:00

I rode on Saturday in the rain for an hour and a half and decided I had had enough road oil thrown in my face for the day. The last three weeks had been pretty high on the mileage chart so a shortened ride seemed acceptable. Besides, I was scheduled to ride with a member of the Tokyo Joe’s team on Sunday.

Sunday’s weather proved to be no better than Saturday. Tim (Tokyo Joe rider) and I decided to go out later in the afternoon since it was supposed to warm up and stop raining. At 2:30 I pulled down the driveway in rain and temps hovering around 43 degrees… so much for warmer and dryer. Tim informed me that he might be riding a little slow since he hadn’t been putting in too much saddle time with the season winding down. ALERT: A pro rider telling you they might go slow is like a member of Motley Crue saying they might just have one beer.

These words rang true as we started the 1800 foot climb up Lee Hill Road. I was seeing incline readings of 14% between the rain drop (not tears, I swear) on my glasses. Tim seemed to float up the road like he had a sail and I was sinking with the anchor. He was nice enough to circle around and tell me I was going well.
We finally found the top and were headed down back to Boulder. First we had to negotiate the decent on the rainbow colored oil slicked roads. Normally my descending is good when the roads are dry. Today I was grabbing brakes like a Cat 5 road racer with an inner ear infection. I thought I would get it out before Tim told everyone. Best to take my medicine straight up.

The rain seemed to be coming down harder and the temperature was dropping. Once we came off the decent we started picking up the pace to get home. Last time I looked at the Garmin Edge 305 we were cruising down the road side by side at 33mph! I couldn’t feel my legs so I just kept telling my brain to keep the legs rotating. The cold weather was like Novocain. I pushed with all I had to make up for my poor performance on the climb.

The weeks of hard riding had taken their toll. I was cooked. Going against my better judgment I downed four beers, a bowl of pasta, tortilla chips, a sandwich, handfuls of pretzels, a cup of coffee, a bowl of Kashi Crunch and a couple Fig Newtons. Yeah, I was a little hungry. I did pass on the ice cream. I spent the remainder of the evening crashed on the couch catching up with Entourage Season 5, On Demand.

Thanks for reading!

Brown Chicken Brown Cow

2008-11-26T15:48:00.017-07:00

As one who has dedicated his life to cycling for the last 15 years I am often asked what brought me to the world of wheels. Was it the rush of a mountain decent, the challenge of the steep climb, the calorie burning fitness or mechanical wonderment of it all? No…it was amateur pornography. Allow me to explain…

Once upon a time I was more interested on my BAC (blood alcohol content) than my HR (heart rate) and “smoking the competition” meant buying Camels instead or Marlboros. The bottle I drank from most came from Lynchburg, Tennessee and recovery was a 12-step program instead of a nap and massage. This all came to a boiling point one night when I was leaving a bar after too many shots of straight vodka. There was a car crash, broken glass and the axle of an oncoming car spinning down the boulevard. Luckily vodka doesn’t have a smell and I blamed my poor driving on the rain. I also had to stop making Ted Kennedy jokes as of that day. [Authors note: Driving drunk is for idiots that should be thrown in jail to clean toilets with their personal toothbrush.]

Without a car I was forced to ask for rides from co-workers and friends. One girl I worked with lived the same direction as me from work so she was the obvious candidate for a ride. After two weeks of bumming rides she asked me if she could take me out to the woods and take photos of me…me naked that is! I felt a little uncomfortable and really wanted out of the car at that moment. I saw a sign for a bike shop and asked the girl to pull over. I got out of the car and walked into the shop and bought a Schwinn High Plains mountain bike for $333.99. I rode home with what was left of my dignity and my life would be forever changed.

My first real ride was about 20 minutes long and I thought I was going to die. I wore Umbro soccer shorts and a t-shirt and I didn’t bring any water. At the time I weighed about 213 pounds and my favorite snack was a Wendy’s Frosty with a box of Whoppers Malted Milk Balls included for extra taste. The front of all my jeans were permanently creased like and accordion from the bulk of my belly cresting over the denim waistband and my shirts never stayed tucked in. All in all I was a typical nicotine addicted fat ass with a Budweiser jones.

Soon the rides got a little longer and I started to eat better. The smoking lessened and the beer was replaced with water for the weekdays. I noticed the weight was starting to go down and my energy was going up. I learned about some crazy race call the Tour de France and I was glued to the poor weekend television coverage that was offered in the United States. Greg LeMond was my new hero and David Lee Roth was moved to second place.

After two years of this behavior I was purchasing a new bike (with money saved from quitting smoking) and was meeting the locals for the morning group rides. I lost 40 pounds and my family was scared that I had a fatal disease since I lost so much weight. I felt better about myself and I avoided a career in the pornography business. There is one lesson out of this transformation that I will never forget and want to get out to everyone: Just Ride.

Just Ride, It is that simple. A mountain bike, road bike, cruiser…it doesn’t matter. Just start pedaling and a smile will appear on your face and you feel like a kid again. Do it for a cause, do it for fun or just to escape a life of nude photos like me. Whatever the reason (there doesn’t even need to be one) just turn the cranks and get the legs moving. See the neighborhood in a way you can’t from the car. Go down roads that have no purpose and leave the cell phone at home. Knowing what I know now, feeling the way I do and seeing the places I have seen from the saddle I cannot imagine a life without cycling. The other blessing in my life is that I get to design bikes for consumers knowing they will love the ride and hopefully find as many amazing adventures as I have over the years. I also get to meet a lot of cool people (watch your toes, name dropping coming up) like George Hincapie, Steve Bauer, Lance, Greg LeMond, Wayne Stetina, Sam Hill, Davis Phinney, Jonathan Vaughters, Carole Sharpless, Becky Lavelle and Bella Comerford.

Thanks for reading. Now get out there and just ride!

T.R. Maloney

Product Manager

Tommaso Bicycles

MTB v Road: Not Sure Who Won Here

2008-11-26T10:52:00.001-07:00

We all ride bikes for different reasons, while we do not recommend you riding your bike like these crazy guys, we all love our bikes. Ride your bike however gets you excited to get out and ride it.
I think this is a step in the right direction for making the drug filled Tour de France exciting again, I think these guys should have road gapped the course and flipped it instead of exposing their bikes to the treachery of the cold mountain water. In the event you want to subject your bicycle to this sort of punishment, check out our maintenance section.

Boulder Indoor Cycling

2008-11-24T12:40:00.001-07:00

At long last Boulder, CO final will have its very own Velodrome. With only a handful of Velodromes in the US, Colorado seems to be killing it. This will be only the second indoor wood velodrome track in the US. So next Tuesday the track is scheduled for completion and will be opening soon after Thanksgiving (Dec. 1st) so gear up get that new track bike so you look supper awesome on the first day. You can find a list of all the tracks in the world HERE. So now you have no excuses to get out there.

Let it snow, let it snow, LET IT SNOW!

2008-11-06T14:44:00.002-07:00

This week marks the opening of a number of the ski resorts here in Colorado. As far as I am concerned no other sports exists other than snowboarding right now. Sure it is still sunny enough at our HQ in Boulder to ride my bike, but after a summer of opportunity for that the winter is looking mighty tasty.

For me snowboarding is the ultimate escape. Looking out over a valley from the mountain top is ecstasy. And although I have a pass and will be at the resort that doesn’t compare to the rest after a long hike up the mountain to board some untouched powder. The only thing worse than the actual hike is having to carry the board, so for the first time ever I have purchased the Osprey Switch to carry my board for me. Sure, it isn’t as good as the robot I have been building on the weekends but it is crazy affordable and offers everything you could need in a snowboard/ski pack.

I am extremely particular about the gear I use. Which is why I protect my board in a snowboard bag and head with helmet and goggles. There is no fun to be had in a hospital bed, I promise!

All in all, this is a great time of year and if you are as excited as I am then I will see you at the slopes, EVERY WEEKEND!

And remember if going downhill fast isn’t your thing there is always snowshoeing.

Les!

2008-11-03T19:40:00.007-07:00

Well it is November and I have received some pertinent fan mail. Today's fan mail comes from the a southern girl who is wanting to fight off the chill of the fall/winter ride. Preparation and proper clothing can make riding year round a great time. There is no reason to stop riding when the leaves fall of the trees. The key is to dress in layers and keep a diary.

Dear Diary...I talked to Max today and he is so cool...

OK, not that kind of diary. A clothes diary will prove to be a good companion for years to come. Record the temperature before you leave for a ride (or run) and write down what you are wearing. Then when you return from the ride make a note if you were too hot, too cold or just right. Then when the temps return to that level you can refer to the notes and dress right. Now that I have a clothes diary I am always ready to ride no matter the temps. I feel for those poor souls who start wrapping their feet in plastic grocery bags half way through the ride. For God's sake man, have some style!

Some of my favorite items are a thin hat for under the helmet, good gloves and wool socks. Arm warmers (a.k.a. arm Kleenex) and knee/leg warmers are a must for fall/winter riding. The holidays should not be lost on crappy non-cycling related gifts. Make a list or email the link to rscycle.com to family, friends and secret lovers...I mean..."special friends."

Until next time: Start your diary, be safe and keep riding!

Max D.

Fan mail, questions and creative Haiku poetry can be left below in the comment section.

The Best Ever (ME)

2008-10-16T10:32:00.002-06:00

So this movie is a little taste of how I feel all year long, "the BEST." I have been skiing for only one year, but I can kick some serious RS employee-butt whenever we go skiing as a company. I feel pretty good about that.

Additionally, I don't know if any of you have noticed but I also write the most awesome blogs ever. You are welcome. ...

And sorry for not writing a blog for a week or two, or three. I have been busy winning at other things, like fixie races or drinking games or whatever I do.

You can be the best too, just stay out of Boulder. I am already the best in this county, sorry.

Inter Bike

2008-10-16T10:29:00.002-06:00

I don't know if all of you heard, but Interbike was last week and it was simply awesome. Actually I am not sure because I didn't get to go, but looking at the pictures, it looks awesome!

Interbike is held in beautiful Las Vegas each year and brings hundreds of bike companies out to show off their new stuff. It is such a big deal I even got off work. It is like a national holiday for those in the cycling industry.

Sit back and just imagine what we all missed out on, and start making your calendar for next year.

Misery Loves Company

2008-10-10T14:25:00.023-06:00

10.08.08

Shooting blood out of your nose is no way to start a group ride…

The temps are dropping here in Boulder and the air is getting crisp and dry (explaining the rouge-rockets). Arm warmers, knee warmers and a vest are a must for the wardrobe this time of year. The colder it gets the better it is to ride with a partner or a group. Misery does love company.

The good folks at Velo News invited me on an “easy” ride road this afternoon. For those of you new to cycling there are no “easy” rides when it comes to industry rides. There is "I'm going to make you throw-up" rides, "Lungs coming out your throat" rides, and "Are you crying?" rides. An industry ride can be defined as a group of guys and girls who managed to trick their spouses into thinking a life of gram counting, carbon coveting and rolling resistance discussions (surrounded by a paycheck) is the way to live.

My legs already felt like dead lumber as we started down the road. I had accumulated climbing footage over the previous weekend to the tune of 14,000 feet. Having moved to Boulder recently I felt it was important to acclimate as fast as possible. A crash course in thin air. The goal was to spin out the weekend’s poisons from my legs. I soon found myself producing more. All aboard! Next stop: Bonk Town…

The Tommaso Forma was my weapon of choice on this fine fall day. When you roll with the big boys it is best to show up on some carbon and Dura-Ace bling. This particular Tommaso in my quiver is built with a 53/39 FSA SL-K Carbon crank. My other Forma is built up with a 50/34 compact crank. As the road pointed up I was looking for the 34 tooth ring when all I had was the 39 tooth ring.

To make matters worse, I was attempting to pull my arm warmers up and lost my grip and punched myself in the throat. That did not help with getting air into my lungs. We were soon headed up Old Stage road. Old Stage tops out at 6357 feet. The climb does not look so bad but it really takes it out of you when you are trying to hang on to the wheel in front of you…and that wheel is moving away.

At the top of the climb the fast ones were nice enough to wait. My Adam’s apple had reappeared and I was almost breathing normal again. The descent into town was more to my liking. We formed a pace line and rolled back to the wonderful town of Boulder. Soon I was back at my desk downloading the ride data from my Garmin Edge 305 and seeing just how close my heart was to exploding into pink bits of matter.

As for the Velo boys…I will be back next week with the compact crank and another week at altitude. It can only get easier right? Right? Hello…Anyone? Right?

Thanks for reading!

Max D.

Team Randall Scott

Say Hola to T.R. (just not while he is sleeping)

2008-10-06T12:18:00.004-06:00

Below is a blog post from our friend T.R. over at Tommaso. He travels the world to make sure that you can get sweet bikes and incredible prices. He is also a super good friend of ours and will have plenty of blog posts for us to pass along to you.

Traveling the world to make the best bicycles in the world sometimes takes you to the far corners of the earth as well as your human endurance. Sitting in a metal tube shooting across the ocean with 500 strangers for 18 hours can wear on you. Waking up in a 12 hour switch of time-zones really puts you to the test. You want to sleep all day and are wired all night. Falling asleep in the hotel limo only to be brought back from the depths of sleep by an Asian street peddler speaking Spanish really freaks out the grey matter.

The gentleman in the photo was pounding on my window saying “Hola” over and over and asking for money to clean the windows. By the time I figured out what country I was in and take a picture with my Blackberry the driver sped me away to the comforts of the hotel.

TR Maloney

Tommaso Product Manager and Asian Karaoke Star.

Lance is Back

2008-09-10T13:33:00.003-06:00

The news is out… Lance, much like Brett Farve, is strongly considering coming back from retirement. He may feel that he still has something to prove now that road cycling has “cleaned up” its act lately, or perhaps he just missed cycling so much that he had to come back at all costs. Maybe he will retire again next year and in 2012 will be back once again.

For some reason I thought that people liked retirement. I know that personally, I would love to be retired at the age of 35 because you get to do whatever you want all day. “Want to play some broche ball?” “Sure I’m in, got nothing else going on.” I have only been working for a couple of years and would love to retire at the ripe old age of 21 but I guess some people love to work more than others.

Sunday Frames

2008-09-09T13:44:00.002-06:00

Okay, so you thought you had the Top-of-the-Line Iron Horse Sunday. Well surprise, surprise, we just received the best… the Sunday Factory. This special bike was hand-built in the USA and comes with no parts.

Think of it as a blank canvas, awaiting your personal touch. Build a replica of Sam Hill’s Championship-winning ride, or something that reflects your unique style and skill.

Whatever you do, have fun out there, and try to keep the rubber side down.

Best of the 80's

2008-09-08T12:33:00.001-06:00

So both of my roommates are rather enthusiastic skiers who feel the need to show me every cool video they find. Fortunately for you, I am able to filter out all of the nonsense and give you only the best…

… This video is pretty impressive, but it’s the song that really grabs me. I continued to listen to it late into the night. How can you stop listening with great lines like “inside your insides,” or better yet, “grease fatty foods?”

I have been trying to get the bosses to let me play it all the time in the showroom.

No luck yet, but I’ll keep you all updated.

Times of Change

2008-09-03T16:30:00.003-06:00

Here in Colorado the weather is changing for the worst. The last 2 mornings I had to wear a sweater just to go outside. On my bike rides I had to wear even more spandex than usual…

(Pic of Jon going to work)

Now that cyclocross season is upon us, it is time for me to get another bike and try to stay outside until the snow engulfs the mountainous landscape into an overwhelming white blanket, and I am once again forced to get out the rollers and watch episodes of Scrubs.

O I love Scrubs!

5 Creative Dates you can do on a Bike.

2008-08-26T15:35:00.004-06:00

For those of you without cars, such as myself, it is quite difficult to take girls out on dates without looking cheap. A few weeks ago I took a girl out and we had to ride bikes to dinner. I was on my beautiful road racing bike, leaving her with a piece of junk. Hey Girl, if you’re reading this, I’m very sorry, please call me back!

I don’t want you all to make the same mistake I did by loving your bike more than your woman, so we came up with some ideas for you:

Riding bikes along the boardwalk at the beach
Tandem bike ride to dinner (extra points if you let her steer)
Bike to a park and have a picnic
Ride off into the sunset holding hands, then get lost in the dark
Bike to a park and fly a kite (well I guess you could do that during the picnic)

So Good luck and remember, even if the date doesn’t work out well, you always have your bike. :)

At Long Last

2008-08-14T10:03:00.002-06:00

For all of you who have been waiting patiently and checking the site daily, your wait is over. The Tommaso Augusta has arrived!

This is a fully equipped track bike and a kick ass commuter at such a low price you can’t afford to let it pass. Almost everyone here at Randall Scott has one of these, except for me because I was too late for the last batch. I was so anxious for them to come in that I made a paper chain and took a link off each day, counting down the days until I could have my new ride.

So get together with some friends and start a fixie gang while enjoying the outdoors.

Our Kind of People.

2008-08-06T09:39:00.002-06:00

The Cycling community is full of all types of people, from the Hipsters on Fixies to the Hardcore DH guys. But one thing is common for all cyclists, they love to ride.

When the Product Manager at Tommaso crashed he had this to say:

“Gravity pulled me to the pavement on a wet descent down Snake Hill. I got up and bent my derailleur hanger back with my hands and rode on for another 66 miles. It’s how we roll…”

O Yeah, that is sure to leave a scar...

Crashes

2008-07-16T11:51:00.005-06:00

We all know crashing sucks. Anything from road rash to the full-body cast, nobody enjoys it. I am personally petrified at the thought of crashing on my road bike. Jon “The Body” has almost given up biking totally, at least until his built-in pads get a little bigger.

Others, like Nick, seem to embrace crashing and can achieve a degree of grace and elegance while dismounting their bikes.

Some may still believe that girls dig scars, (ladies, please leave us a comment and let us know if this is true) but for the rest of us who are wearing are 661 or Fox pads on our XC bikes, I’ll see you out on the trail.

Golden Age

2008-07-10T10:51:00.003-06:00

Our Shipping guy, Steve, recently pointed out to me that it is the golden age of cycling-- like I didn’t know. Come on, I write the blog! If you look closer you will see that the golden day was in 2002 when this bike was made.

Awesome I know. Which is way better then the last age of cycling the turquoise age of cycling

But then he said I was totally off and that the Golden age was a time of new Technology in all realms of the sport and a time when many people are choosing to ride their bikes to work--due to the increasing oil prices--the increase in available trails, shops, etc.

That is when I walked away feeling like an idiot.

Custom Bags

2008-07-08T10:54:00.002-06:00

Ok, so I tried to find some videos that would show you how to make your own Messenger bags, but they all suck and would force you to spend way too much time inside on a Sat. But then Fab (fabulous) Jeff showed me this site with the coolest bags in the world: all totally custom and totally out of my price range.

Then lastly, I made my way to our very own messenger bag section and I was like “hell yes!” They are just what I have been looking for, a cheap messenger bag that doesn’t scream “Neub” or “Supper trendy.” Now I just wish my bike wasn’t pink and falling apart. Maybe I’ll try trick Jon- the-body out of his bike, Say something like it is soft. Who knows; we’ll see.

The New Age of Down Hill

2008-07-02T16:21:00.003-06:00

From the Very beginning of time, man has wanted to go down hill--fast. So he took out his cruiser and found some gravel roads…and raced down.

We have taken going fast downhill to the next level and made it a competitive sport. We laugh at those guys and their “pre-historic bikes” and the fire roads they called a DH trail. (Personally, my XC bike has more suspension.)

Well, some where along the way DH guys became a little bit cooler and started to wear lame colors, instead of the famous neon kits that are still “amazing” to this day. Their bikes also became a little bit more specialized, like the Iron Horse Sunday Series with up to 8 inches of suspension in the front and back, then those darn cruisers they used in the 90’s

The Sun is out to make me look Good

2008-06-30T14:10:00.002-06:00

With the onset of global warming the sun has been out in full force giving all of us those darn tans that never go away. Some of us show off these tans like a badge of honor. But for all of you that go to diner parties or need to hold on to you vision, I recommend some sunscreen SPF 100 or some awesome sunglasses from Von Zipper or Oakley.

(Jon is the one on the left about 20 years ago)

JON!!!

2008-06-27T15:28:00.004-06:00

So Jon and I have been trying to make each other famous. He seems to be recognized everywhere he goes, from a raft trip to the red carpet. We asked our mechanic what he thought about Jon and he had this to say.

“Jon is the best looking guy I have ever seen, what with his Boulder Body and amazing style (who would of thought to wear hats all the time)”

So if you ever see him around just yell, “Jon, I love You,” so he feels special.

Iron Horse Sunday Series - Not Just For Sunday Riders

2008-06-24T10:52:00.003-06:00

We just received our soup de jour of Iron Horse bikes. The Sunday series is finally here and looks better than ever, while still providing the functionality and high performance it is known for. All bikes in the series come with the high regarded DW-Link system and components that get the job done. Just check out the bling on this puppy, the Elite.

The prices we are able to offer on this bike are just as out of this world as that color scheme is. Click the links below to checkout your new ride.
Iron Horse Sunday World Cup!
Iron Horse Sunday Team
Iron Horse Sunday Elite
Iron Horse Sunday Expert

The 7 Summits

2008-06-24T09:20:00.003-06:00

We have all heard of amazing records or feats, like when Zafar Gill lifted 136lb with one of his ears. (Sweet Warm-Up Suit)

Here is one that is going on right now. A friend of ours is climbing the tallest mountain on each Continent. He just finished up number 5 on his list (Denali/Mt. McKinley). His Name is Jordan Romero and he is 11. He isn’t trying to climb the fastest (he would still kick my butt) or with the most weight hanging from his ears but is trying to be the youngest person to climb all 7.

Transformer Time

2008-06-23T15:38:00.001-06:00

I think the people at BMW were mad that they didn’t see one of their cars in the movie Transformers so they had to go out and make there own “Transformer” that had way more style than the rest.

Boxfresh x Raleigh, a bike cool enough for an adult yet kid sized

2008-06-20T11:44:00.006-06:00

Boxfresh put some out of this world design into a lil' BMXer made by some small company called Raleigh. Rumor is that there are only two bikes in stock, so get to Google and bounty hunt this baby. We here at RS are more into the road bikes and mountatin bikes, but we can appricate some sweet gear when we see it.

Father's Day

2008-06-11T09:33:00.003-06:00

So Sunday is Father’s Day and over here we think that there’s an awful lot you can do with or for your father on Father’ Day. For example, you could give him some thing to do with all the tools he’s accumulated from Father’s Days past, like building you a wooden bike!!

That thing looks like it kills! Or, you could do like “Jon the body” is gonna do with his dad; he’s going to hike German Father’s Day style, celebrated on Ascension Day (whenever that is), with wooden carts filled with beer and blood sausage.

They call it Männertag… or Herrentag… or Vatertag. Apparently, they can’t make up their minds. In Thailand, Father’s Day is celebrated on the king’s Birthday; that seems kinda like a jacking for dads to me. Aren’t they always gonna feel like their party was a let down compared to the king’s birthday bash.
Anyway, what I’m giving my dad is my manual labor around the house, grumble free. I hope he enjoys it… He Better! Or I will give him a dose of 15-year-old morose that will leave him frustrated till next Father’s Day.

Winter Teaser

2008-06-09T15:40:00.001-06:00

I know it is summer and all… but these videos will make you wish it was winter all year long.

Sweet!! I know

Now I need to go get some more gear…

Built for Speed

2008-06-04T13:13:00.003-06:00

Ok so you think your fast. Well, I am sorry to inform you that even on your Cervelo P3C you are still just not that fast.

Maybe if you a custom track bike you could go faster, but think about it you are still only going 30 MPH on the flats.

Just remember when you go faster you just end up crashing harder.

Customs

2008-06-02T09:52:00.004-06:00

Some bikes are built for going down hills some for going up but these bikes are good for just one thing. Picking up Chicks!
As you can see, my associate Jon is just about to head out to the local hot spots and start his hunt.

So for all you guys out there hop on your low ridda and get out there. Ladies don’t think you are exempt this works for you as well.

Warning bikes are only built to travel short distances.

Side effects may include obesity, diarrhea, vomiting, and a loss of apatite

Primal Quest Montana 2008

2008-05-30T13:20:00.001-06:00

With a little under a month until Primal Quest Montana 2008 teams from around the world are doing final preparations for a week long non stop suffer fest in Big Sky Montana.

Teams will travel under there own power over hundreds of miles and 100,000 feet of elevation gain with little to no sleep, hallucinating that they see Bolder Body Jon From Randall Scott behind every tree.

Teams of 4 will move through the night with the majority of their time running, biking, and kayaking. Check out the 06 opening ceremonies video From Primal Quest Utah.

Track bikes with Style

2008-05-28T13:51:00.004-06:00

“Warning Extreme Sarcasm”

So it seems these days that everybody and their mother is hoping on a fixie, and then being promptly thrown off when they try and leave their leg down and coast. It seems that all you need to claim OG status is to have ridden your sweet new Tommaso Augusta. Now, the previous sentence may lead readers to believe we're not down with the recent surge in popularity and riders, but we're not haters, we just want to hand out some tips for all the noobs so you can ride with confidence. First remember Flashier Is Better. Custom paint jobs, ridiculously expensive wheels (preferably with custom paint jobs. see pic), and Diamond encrusted handlebars are all in. Big time.

Second arrogance is key. If Roadies or other Fixie riders check you out, flash them a condescending look at their bike and look away, it's what they're gonna do to you. Lastly, forget what you think you know about Track bikes being built for speed, going fast and being able to stop are overrated and pase. Seriously what fun is fast? Flatland is the wave of the future. You aren't a fixie rider until you can do a backwards circle with one foot and no hands into a straight back flip.

So armed with these new rules of the street fixie culture, go forth and be cool. Cause thats what it’s all about, right? right?.... OK so that was all a bit sarcastic, sorry. Seriously though, just ride fast, ride safe, give props, and have fun.

“Warning Extreme Sarcasm”

Bob Haro: The Man, The Myth, The Legend.

2008-05-21T17:39:00.005-06:00

To celebrate BMX's move into the 2008 Summer Olympic Games, Nike 6.0 Celebrated in Bejing last week with The Lightening Bolts Art Show and BMX exhibition.

Nike honored Bob Haro, recreating his famous number plate as an artists canvas.

Props to Nike for honoring a bike legend such a Bob Haro.

To give you an idea of how much this guy dominates check out this rare footage.
I especially like the ET tease... Enjoy.

The most popular Youtube video ever?

2008-05-12T19:00:00.002-06:00

With 31 million views in less than a year, Battle at Kruger is quickly approaching the annals of Youtube history.

Warning: this video contains graphic material, as it is a real life cage match (w/out the cage) featuring Lions, Buffalo, and Crocodiles.

Slapstick Comedy - always good for a laugh

2008-05-09T09:42:00.002-06:00

This has made me laugh out loud since 06'.

Cinco de Mayo

2008-05-05T16:45:00.003-06:00

Buenos dias mis amigos Three Amigos.

Tengo una cerveza y dos tacos por favor.

Adios Muchacho.

Let's Put Our Hands Together for Our Youtube Talent Scout as he Graduates from Dartmouth, Yes Dartmouth

2008-05-01T15:25:00.006-06:00

Judging from the picture you might think Horatio Hunt Bradley III (Hap) was a Yale boy. Oh contraire, young Hap obviously got into Yale and is, thus far, the only "Skulls" member not to have attended the University, but as he notes, “the bureaucracy and politicking at Yale starts with the faculty and trickles down to the student population – I have no need, or time, for my education to be adulterated by angst ridden Neoconservatives who harbor ill will towards society since being rejected by Harvard.”(Hap got into Harvard too)

We at Randall Scott don’t necessarily “know what that means”, but that’s ok because Hap always takes the time to explain things to us in laymen’s terms. For instance, the other day we were at Long John Silver’s and Jon, Hap’s junior sibling, asked,

“Hap, what’s an oxymoron?”

Hap just winked at me and replied, “I think the Jumbo Shrimp is great here.”

That clever sun of a gun.

You might be asking, “How did Randall Scott land a Youtube Scout from the Ivy League - especially one with so many prospects?”

Well, it wasn’t easy. We did have an inherent advantage in the fact that his aforementioned younger brother works for us, and their love is often equated to that of Rachel McAdams and Ryan Gosling in The Notebook.

Scene from the notebook

Hap resisted for a while, but after a few beers and a few episodes of My So Called Life, Jon could have convinced him to grow a fashion beard and wear cowboy boots everywhere.

Hap has been humming Pomp and Circumstance for a few weeks now and going through the LL Bean catalog circling the top 15 things he wants for graduation. This signals the end of an era, as once him and his elegant gate walk down that Isle and shake the powerful hand of the Dean, Hap’s tenure with Randall Scott will come to a close.

We’d like to congratulate you on your accomplishments Hap, and let you know that, while you may be leaving us, your indomitable spirit with be with us for at least another week or two.

We’ll leave you Hap’s latest, and perhaps last, Youtube contribution to the RS blog

The Randall Scott Lifestyle

2008-04-30T17:09:00.001-06:00

BMW Outfits Kanye with New Ride

2008-04-25T16:38:00.003-06:00

Brooklyn Machine Works, best known for their East Coast Style Gravity Wheels, recently unleashed a new track bike for none other than the world’s most famous college dropout - Kanye West.

Like Kanye, the bike has two best-selling albums, is obnoxious at the Grammy awards, and glows in the dark.

80's Trivia - Win 1000 Randall Scott Points

2008-04-21T16:29:00.003-06:00

Our take on the 80’s is quite transparent, so this post shouldn’t be a surprise. But there’s a catch…name all the artists and songs in this montage and win 1000 Randall Scott points. Yeah you read right, 1000!

Also, for another 75 Randall Scott Points, who is the 2nd best reggae group ever:

1) Rockapella (from Carmen San Deigo)
2) Israel Vibrations
3) UB40
4) John Brown's Body

The Answer will be posted in the next blog

Homage to the Pump

2008-04-16T09:22:00.003-06:00

One of the most memorable experiences for kids of my generation was undoubtedly the pain they endured to get their first pair of Reebok Pumps. I was entering third grade when the originals came out:

And instead of swimming, BMXing, or watching Saved By the Bell I spent 3 weeks on end weeding my Grandmother’s Garden to earn the

Reebok has been bring back the pump, and the latest version:

"The newest colorway of the Reebok Pump Running Dual comes in the White/Black/Yellow/Pink/Grey colorway. Reebok introduced the "Pump" technology in 1989. It provides the ultimate in a custom fit and support system. If you want a classic running shoe in some more flashy colors, then this is the way to go."

Milwaukee: Where Teamwork Goes to Die

2008-04-15T13:42:00.002-06:00

After spending his childhood in Australia and College years at Utah, Andrew Bogut had no idea what wait in store for him when was selected #1 overall in the 2005 NBA draft.

From the friendly confines of the Outback to the eerie politeness of Utah, Andrew had always been surrounded by people, and teammates, who were supportive, encouraging, unassuming, or in a word…nice.

When he reached the hardened streets of Milwaukee (pronounced Me ● lee ● walk ● aye) culture shock was awaiting him with open arms. Bogut dealt with the lack of camaraderie in a very innovative way – pretending to have solid teammates.

An inspiration to all those stuck on teams with players the likes of Ricky Davis, Zack Randolph, or Jackie Moon, Andrew continues to battle egotism, narcissism, and selfishness the only way he knows how: with heart, imagination, and a hint of delusion.

Supply and Demand

2008-04-10T16:59:00.000-06:00

With all of the hype around our new employee nick risking life and limb to come into work with new pictures to ewe and awe his co workers there is a little fat man with a moustache that saw an opportunity.

The Muse:

The Opportunity: Fashion Protection

The same model / fashion designer / fashionista, depicted below in normal street clothes, gives us a frame of reference of what exactly Fashion Protection does for a man's sense of style.

On another note, Nick will be performing live @ Teva Games, Road 34 Jump Jam, Grand Junction Ranch Jam, Crankworx Colorado, Suppressions, Woodward West, Angel Fire Mountain States Cup, Snowmass Mountain States Cup, Sol Vista Mountain States Cup, Crested Butte Mountain States Cup, And the Snowmass G3 this summer. We will keep you posted with dates and hope to see you there.
-Body

Hawk Mistakes Adolescent Girl For A-Rod

2008-04-03T19:02:00.000-06:00

From the AP:

BOSTON -- A student touring Fenway Park was attacked by a resident red-tailed hawk that drew blood from a girl's scalp Thursday.

The girl was taken by ambulance to a hospital but wasn't seriously injured.

The hawk was perched on a railing in the upper deck behind home plate while the group from Memorial Boulevard Middle School in Bristol, Conn., toured the stadium. The hawk flew at the girl and swooped in with its talons extended, scratching her scalp.

A single egg lay in the hawk's nearby nest in an overhang near the stadium's press booth.

The nest and egg were removed at the direction of state wildlife officials.

Global Warming Expo

2008-04-01T17:41:00.002-06:00

This Thursday 4/3 at the Boulder Theater we will be attending the 2nd annual Global Warming Expo. "Which is a cultural phenomenon that blends entertainment, art, science, business and politics. It creates a community event for individuals to meet and respond to global warming with inspiration and personal power." This is our first go around so we don't exactly know what to expect, but were sure that it will be fun. Hope to see you there.

Recent advances within the discipline of Moose hair products have isolated Chlorofluorocarbons and diminished the products effect on Ozone depletion.

-Body

Randall Hires Showoff for New Customer Service Position.

2008-03-31T14:24:00.006-06:00

We have a new Customer Service Guru here at Randall Scott. While most of us spend Monday’s talking about how many goals or baskets we scored in various Men’s Leagues, the new guy, Nick, generally talks about his new sponsors and how many back flips he landed the previous weekend.

Our book keeper, Clint, now has replaced the poster of me in his office with one of Nick. All the girls go watch him do tricks at lunch and him and Randall play pick up sticks every day at lunch.

This sucks…

(I can do this too)

(I can do this too)

(I can do this too)

(I can do this too)

Oooh, super dope pictures for Randall's Bday

2008-03-13T13:50:00.004-06:00

Randall Loves the 80’s and his close friends from the design team at Joyengine gave him a totally awesome surprise. They created some super Rad pieces for his personal art collection. Check out the Vans, retro Oakley Frogskins and Casio Watch. All pieces that define the 80’s and are a part of Randall’s personal collection. You may even see them displayed in the boulder showroom.

Just a Quick Clip From The Most Underrated Comedy of All Time

2008-03-06T15:48:00.005-07:00

I was going to write a clever synopsis of this movie, but I just wikipedia’d it, and the author nailed it. So follow this link for an astute dissertation regarding Mystery Men: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mystery_Men

And next time you're at the movie store looking for comedy/epic/drama - and you like a nice mix of juvenile/white collar comedy - pick it up.

My Therapist Said it Would be Good to Write About

2008-02-27T09:27:00.003-07:00

First I’d like to say congratulations to the Giants and Eli Manning who escaped three certain sacks to unload a no look lame duck that was caught by the helmet of David Tyree…who was wearing Rodney Harrison (who’s 200 lbs of HGH) as a back pack.

OK, seriously, the Giants played a great game, and it was a great game – one of the better Superbowls regardless of allegiance.

The pain in the conclusion of this game wasn’t losing the Superbowl. It wasn’t losing to NY, and a quarterback whose best asset is that he lacks the intellect to understand that he’s in the Superbowl, playing the best team in history, which made him and his perpetual look of bewilderment impervious to the gravity of the moment. It wasn’t the fact that the 72’ Dolphins, who would have been lucky to grab an AFC wild card birth in last years playoffs, are still the only undefeated team in NFL history – and let you know about every chance they get. It’s the fact that the Patriots lost history.

(Next Blog we'll have a bio on the Biggest Bank Teller in America: Here's a picture preview)

If the Pats were 12-4, 13-3, even 15-1, the loss wouldn’t still resonate. But they were 18-0, and we (And by ‘we’ I mean New Englanders who didn’t jump on the Buffalo bandwagon because they had a few good years during our impressionable years…Hansen…Wide Right. By ‘we’ I mean the guys who grew up with heroes like Irving Fryar, Tony Eason, Steve Grogan, Andre Tippet, and the original Undertaker, Bruce Armstrong.) were going to tell our kids what it was like to watch perfection, know you were going to win every game, and to be surprised – shocked – when your quarterback threw an incompletion.

So, there you have it…my congratulations to the NY fans who haven’t won a World Series since 2000 (yes I’m knocking on wood right now).

Frank the Tank: He's done it Again

2008-02-22T12:35:00.001-07:00

Oh Yeah

2008-02-20T15:25:00.001-07:00

Shark vs. Octopus & Shark vs. Lots of Humans

2008-02-12T17:16:00.000-07:00

If you're sensitive to Octopus' eating Sharks or Sharks eating humans, or you're scared of a can of tuna, like my sister, don't watch these semi-graphic encounters.

SHARK VS> OCTOPUS

SHARK VS. A BUNCH OF HUMANS

Youtube Talent Scout Does His Job Fairly Well

2008-01-22T09:06:00.000-07:00

My number one Youtube talent scout (He's in grad school and "writing his thesis", so I receive roughly 6 youtubes a day from him) just sent me this. He requested anonymity, so for the blog we'll call him Hap Bradley...thanks Hap.

(I think we'll be selling these glasses soon)

Trail Mix

2008-01-21T18:34:00.000-07:00

Haven’t posted for a while, so here’s a quick roundup of what’s happened in the last week.

I saw Rambo First Blood for the first time on Friday night.

Verdict: It far exceeded my expectations, giving me a few unforgettable quotes that I have unsuccessfully been trying to use for the last three days.

Top Two Rambo First Blood Quotes:

1) Colonel Samuel Trautman (Richard Crenna) talking to Hope Sherrif Will Teasle (Brian Dennehy), explaining why Rambo is such a bada$$.

“You don’t seem to want to accept the fact that you’re dealing with an expert in Guerrilla Warfare – A man who’s the best, with guns, with knives, with his bare hands. A man who’s been taught to ignore pain, to ignore weather, to live off the land, to eat things that make Billy Goats puke.”

I've already had my best friend sign a contract that will require him to work that paragraph into my Eulogy.

2) Sherrif Teasle, full of Bravado, giving his take on John Rambo.

Teasle: He was just another drifter who broke the law!
Trautman: Vagrancy wasn't it? That's gonna look real good on his grave stone in Arlington: Here lies John Rambo, winner of the Congressional Medal of Honor, survivor of countless incursions behind enemy lines. Killed for vagrancy in Jerkwater, USA.

Jerkwater USA must have been used by every high school kid from 82' to 89'...I'm bringing it back.

(3:30 into this clip is where the Colonel drops his amazing "Billy Goat" line.)

Our do-it-all, moustache laden, executive of the year - Smoothie Mishkin - just moved into a mountain house about 25 minutes out of town. Here are some pictures of his first weekend (the morning after watching First Blood):

(Here's his Swiss Chalet, about 20 miles into the Colorado Rockies)

(About 100 yards west of Sammy's house...pretty cool)

(Sammy unveils his first chainsaw - THE FARM BOSS - and prepares not to cut off his fingers)

(My hand - and Sammy's inspiration for wearing safety glasses and not running with a chainsaw)

(I can still still kick the #@$% out of Sammy)

(In case Becket had any chance of escaping a Mountain Lion attack, Sammy tied him up to ensure a fatality)

(In NH we have an axe in each hand Smoothie)

(Sorry Buddy, guess you'll have to fatten up...maybe next time)

Moustache-Off comes to an anti-climactic finish:

In my opinion the last moustache of the bunch was the best. Unfortunately the guy who grew it could only wear if for a day before he shaved it off. Apparently the moustache didn’t fit his image of “not caring about an image”...the irony

So, reluctantly, here are the sorry staches of 2007:

(As a girl I know delicately put it, "It looks like a hairy donut around your mouth". It lasted about 10 minutes after that comment)

(Sammy's moustache...a staple in his repertoire, always immaculate)

(Should have been the runaway winner...with a clean shaven beard this was Selleckesque)

MAC