ProMechanics

Still looking for the right gift? Here are some options for you or the mechanic in your family:
The Nachteule
For those who work late into the night, shed some light on their projects with a handy LED light that clips onto a pair of glasses. At only 8 grams, you could wear it all day or [...]

Its show time and that means new tools are being debuted. Though the show is still a couple weeks away, we are starting to receive some tool announcements:
XTools – aimed toward fishermen, these tools are a great option for those who could use a floating wrench. You might not need it now but the next [...]

Five ProTour licenses expire this year. Think your team has the money and influence to earn one of those spots?
Now’s the time to find out. Send your application in to the UCI.

The UCI (Union Cycliste Internationale) just added a Practical Guide to Implementing the Technical Regulations for Bicycles to their website. What does this mean for you? They are hoping this will solve all your questions regarding frame dimensions, wheel sizes, aero profile shapes and the appropriate positions for aero bars.
So, now that this is out, [...]

Many consider the ‘09 Giro was saved by Menchov’s team mechanic as seen in this video. Quoting VeloNews, “…every once in a while a team mechanic has an opportunity to shine on a large stage, and never has that been more apparent than during the final stage of last month’s Giro d’Italia.”
VeloNews recently posted an [...]

.Today was the last stage of the ‘09 Giro and Menchov held a slight lead over Di Luca coming into the final time trial. Menchov is the last rider out on the course, a course with cobbles that are wet from periodic rain. With 1km to go, Menchov hits the deck. Knowing how important [...]

Lennard Zinn of Velonews provides some insight on the types, size and layout of team trucks at the Giro.

UCI has released final dates for teams to comply with Article 1.3.024 regarding accessories used in time trials such as the handlebars, seat post and cranks.
1 July 2009 – Aero Handlebars
1 January 2010 – Other components
More details to follow in June.
Recent web articles:
The official announcement from Union Cycliste International
Detailed article from BikeRumor on [...]

The Belgium Knee Warmers cameras were working overtime at this year’s Tour of California. Here’s a collection of images showing the Liquigas team preparing bikes.
What does it take to be a professional mechanic? Try precision.

Seems photos of tool boxes are popping up all over the place. Here’s a small collection at Belgium Knee Warmers from the Tour of California.