Thursday, December 13, 2012
Monday, November 5, 2012
2013 Morewood Kalula
The Kalula...so nice, I did it twice! Seriously, check out the photos below of my previous Kalula builds. My house is situated near three bike parks in Colorado. Yes, I am blessed but you don't need to live near a resort to enjoy the Kalula's 7" of low-leverage, freeride travel. Go big anywhere! Run it at your favorite freeride spot, local DH track, in the park, or wherever. Kalula means "easily" in Zulu as in how easily you will be able to attack freeride terrain. This bike is easily my favorite Morewood model because you get on it, ride it, and never wipe the smile off your face.
The Kalula is one of three 7" models in the 2013 Morewood line-up which also includes the enduro focused Jabula and the budget minded Zama.
The Kalula is one of three 7" models in the 2013 Morewood line-up which also includes the enduro focused Jabula and the budget minded Zama.
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Beautiful Bos build.
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| 2010 and 2011 Kalulas...let's ride! |
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
2013 Morewood Makulu
Makulu means "Big Mama" in Zulu. Well, here she is in her full 2013 glory. New top tube, available air shocks, sick new race graphics...like our friends at Camp of Champions say - "Get stoked!"
Ridden by the Hutchinson United Ride Team and privateers around the World; the Makulu has garnered accolades around the World. Refined to the point of legendary status, the Makulu features:
| Tapered 1 1/8' to 1.5' (44mmx49mm) headtube | 12 x 150mm rear hub spacing |
| Syntace X12 rear axle | 83mm ISCG 05 bottom bracket |
| CNC machined 6082 Al derailleur hanger | Postmount direct 160mm brake tab |
| Shock option: Cane Creek Double Barrel | 203mm [8'] rear wheel travel |
| 266mm x 89mm [10.5' x 3.5'] rear shock length | Hydroformed top tube |
| (2.3:1) linkage with Enduro Max bearings | Custom drawn Al 6082 T6 tubeset |
Thursday, October 25, 2012
2013 Morewood Izimu
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| 2013 Morewood Izimu |
You East Coasters need to get a hold of Ben at Bunny Hop Bikes, who has become the Morewood Izimu King. Check out some of his past Izimu builds here.
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| Tracey's Pink Izimu |
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| Hutchinson United Ride's Tracey Hannah |
2013 Morewood Izimu Specs
| Tapered 1 1/8' to 1.5' (44x49mm) headtube | 12 x 150mm dropouts |
| Syntace X12 rear axle | 73mm ISCG 05 bottom bracket |
| CNC machined 6082 Ali 150mm rear axle | XPI geometry adjust |
| Shock option: FOX VAN RC | 200mm [8"] rear wheel travel |
| 241mm x 76mm [9.5” x 3”] rear shock length | Hydroformed top tube |
| Postmount 160mm rear brake tab | Custom drawn Al 6082 T6 tubeset |
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| 2013 Izimu Frame Black |
Wednesday, October 24, 2012
MyBikeStand.com All Mountain Project Bike
Let's do some math...
Keep an eye on the MyBikeStand.com and check out the Morewood Sukuma product release on MyBikeStand too.
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All Mountain Project Awesomeness!!!
Keep an eye on the MyBikeStand.com and check out the Morewood Sukuma product release on MyBikeStand too.
Sunday, October 14, 2012
Roger's Custom World Championship iXS Metis
Congrats once again to Roger for his 2012 World Championship. iXS Metis helmet and Paint by Duke. Someday, I'll have George paint a helmet for me...
Wednesday, September 26, 2012
Ned's Custom Painted Makulu "Man Camp"
Ned welds titanium bike frames for a living. When it comes to DH he turned to Morewood for a weapon. Many of you have seen this build...but not complete. Here it is! Custom Makulu eye candy!
Wednesday, August 29, 2012
1st junior & 2nd Place Elite for Guillaume at the French Cup Overall!
The latest from the Hutchinson United Ride Team...
Hi!
On top of racing World Cups this year, Guillaume has been racing the French Cups. This week end in Meribel was its last round, He finished 2nd Junior just behind Loic Bruni and 9th Elite.
At the overall of the french cup Guillaume brings the 1rst place in Junior and a great 2nd place in Elite, which is exceptional for a junior!
Hi!
On top of racing World Cups this year, Guillaume has been racing the French Cups. This week end in Meribel was its last round, He finished 2nd Junior just behind Loic Bruni and 9th Elite.
At the overall of the french cup Guillaume brings the 1rst place in Junior and a great 2nd place in Elite, which is exceptional for a junior!
He says : I’m stocked with that kind of results considering the I’ve done a few mistakes during the first couple of rounds. I think I had a great end of season, I hope I can do the same at World in Leogang!
Saturday, August 18, 2012
Logan Binggeli Custom Painted iXS Metis
Paint by Duke...Logan's newly painted iXS Metis helmet. 'Merica...heo yeah!
Monday, August 6, 2012
Morewood DW Split-Pivot Bikes the Sukuma and Jabula
Whats in a name? Morewood Bikes - 150mm travel Sukuma and 170mm travel Jabula
Whats
in a name? At no time in the history of Morewood bikes has the name of
our new models been more pertinent. The wait is over. They are here!
Sukuma |Zulu| [verb]
1.) To arise, get up.
2.) To awaken.
Jabula |Zulu| [verb]
1.) To be delighted.
2.) To rejoice.
The
Sukuma which will be launched simultaneously with its 170mm
counterpart, the Jabula, are our first series production frames to
feature Dave Weagle’s patented Split Pivot suspension system which with
the help of Dave has allowed our engineers to independently fine-tune
brake, pedal and suspension characteristics. Working with Dave to focus
on the positive elements we have learned from our 14 years designing
single-pivot suspension frames, we have used Split Pivot’s capabilities
to tap into the ride that Morewood owners and critics alike have come to
love while building on the positive elements made possible by its
engineering genius.
These
two frame models symbolize a resurgence for the Morewood brand, a
re-birth if you like, and much like the meanings behind their Zulu names
Morewood is confident you will feel as excited as we are!
A word from Morewood’s Makulu, Richard Carter: “We know it’s been a long time coming, but we believe our customers deserve a high quality product and we strive to deliver on this. Those loyal customers who have been patient will no doubt appreciate the time spent ensuring these new models stand up to the reputation Morewood has carved out for itself.”
Key Features:
- 150mm and 170mm of plush split-pivot travel respectively
- Carbon Seatstay
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Morewood’s DCD (Dual Concentric Design) frame layout
- Press fit 92 BB
- Direct Mount front Derailleur
- Split Pivot Concentric rear axle with 142 mm hub spacing and Syntace X12 axle
- Adjustable seat post cable mounts
- ISCG 05 Press Fit 92mm BB
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Sukuma 150mm
The Sukuma's optimized double chainring drivetrain, ISCG05 tabs, and direct mount derailleur give you the option to eat up trail miles with as many or as few front chainrings as you desire. The frame has been designed with weight and stiffness in mind. Carbon seatstays, internal chainstay routing, tapered headset, Split Pivot concentric rear axle with 142mm spacing, a Syntace X12 axle, custom drawn Al 6082 T6 tubeset, and a BB92 come together for a frame that weighs under 6lbs. (Medium w/Fox RP23) The Sukuma also features Morewood's DCD (Dual Concentric Design) frame layout featuring a single bolt assembly that is used to secure both the main pivot and the lower shock mount.
The Sukuma is available in two colors and four sizes.
Size
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Top Tube
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Reach
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Stack
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Seat Tube
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Chainstay
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Wheelbase
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Head Angle
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Seat Tube Angle
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BB Height
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Headtube
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Shock
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Fork
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S
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560
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379
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573
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405
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428
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1090
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67,5
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72.5
(70) |
+5
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110
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7.875"x2,25"
200x57mm F:21.8, R:21.8 |
528x40
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M
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585
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401
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582
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460
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1116
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120
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L
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610
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426
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582
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500
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1141
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120
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XL
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635
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449
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582
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535
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1167
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130
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| Ready for the Crankworx Les 2 Alpes 2012 - Mountain of Hell |
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JABULA 170mm
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The Jabula is the third 7" travel bike in our model line. The Kalula and Zama fit the call for the ultimate mini DH and the affordable freeride bike respectively. The Jabula offers the same amount of travel with a chainline that has been optimized for a double chainring drivetrain.
The Morewood Jabula is the first Split Pivot frame to feature 170mm of travel. Now you can descend in confidence and make your way up the mountain on the same bike.
Dropper post guides and internal chainstay cable routing keep the frame clean while the carbon seatstays add clearance. The Jabula also features a Split Pivot Concentric rear axle with 142 mm hub spacing, a Syntace X12 axle, Morewood's DCD frame layout, and BB92 with ISCG05 tabs. All this on our custom drawn Al 6082 T6 tubeset and you have a stiff, pedal friendly 7" bike.
Size
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Top Tube
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Reach
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Stack
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Seat Tube
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Chainstay
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Wheelbase
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Head Angle
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Seat Tube Angle
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BB Height
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Headtube
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Shock
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Fork
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S
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560
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377
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580
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405
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433
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1113
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66,5
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72.5
(70) |
+18
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110
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8,5"x2,5"
216x63mm F:21.8, R:21.8 |
555x40
+4.0 |
M
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585
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399
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589
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460
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1139
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120
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L
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610
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424
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589
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500
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1164
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120
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XL
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635
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446
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598
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535
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1191
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130
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| The Jabula is available in four sizes and two colors. |
Both frames are available now. For more information and to find a dealer visit:
Friday, August 3, 2012
Hutchinson United Ride Video Val D'isere World Cup
Hi!
Here is our video of Val D'isere world cup. Tracey is giving us some updates of her injury.
United Ride Odyssey 2012 / Val D'Isère World Cup from UNITEDRIDE on Vimeo.
United Ride Odyssey 2012 / Val D'Isère World Cup from UNITEDRIDE on Vimeo.
Tuesday, July 31, 2012
Morewood Zuliza?
What do you get when you cross a Morewood Zula with a Morewood Ndiza? You get a Ndula...nah, a Zuliza! Whatever you would like to call it this little bike rips. Morewood needs a replacement for the Ndiza...will this be it? Maybe, we can hope and pray. Here are some photos that show the evolution of the Zuliza...enjoy!
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| Fabien's latest paint on the Zuliza 2.0 at Crankworx Les2Gets - Photo: Gregnanin |
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| 2010 Sea Otter Photos by Jason Nixon sicklines.com |
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| By the time we set-up for the Windham World Cup Fabien's bike had been further improved with the addition of a Bos Deville fork. |
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| Patrick built a linkage frame to stiffen up the rear end Zuliza 2.0 |
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| The Zuliza 2.0 |
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| 2012 Sea Otter - Photo by Spomer VitalMTB |
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| Mick's Zuliza at Sea Otter. |
Monday, July 30, 2012
Hutchinson United Ride - Val D'Isère
Rough weekend for the Hutchinson United Ride in Val D'Isère for
the 6th round of World Cup, Tracey crashed and she crashed hard…
Everything started well with Wednesday track walk and after Thursday practice, Guillaume, Tracey and Mick felt confident for the race on Sunday. That's on Friday that things went wrong. Tracey crashed during a practice run and broke her femur and collarbone. She's been airlifted to the hospital and get a leg surgery. She's now doing pretty good and she gets better everyday.
The race was not over! Mick had a big crash during qualify but
he is a protected ride so he will race on Sunday anyway. After a huge
storm it was Guillaume turn to go but the track was just to slippery,
none of the 30 guys after him qualified, he crashed and made a hole in
his leg.
Everything started well with Wednesday track walk and after Thursday practice, Guillaume, Tracey and Mick felt confident for the race on Sunday. That's on Friday that things went wrong. Tracey crashed during a practice run and broke her femur and collarbone. She's been airlifted to the hospital and get a leg surgery. She's now doing pretty good and she gets better everyday.
So finally on Sunday weather was just perfect, Mick had 5 practice runs cause he didn't ride on Saturday to stay with Tracey in the hospital, and it was already time for the finals. He had an amazing run and after an exciting race he ended up at the 6th position! Pretty good considering what happened!
Now everyone is going to rest during this month off before worlds. Fabien's arm surgery went pretty well too and his ankle is almost good now. Good recovery to Tracey, she's really happy with all the support she gets, keep it coming!
Check back for more news about Tracey's recovery.
Bye!
Photos Credit : United Ride & Andres Jaramillo/flipper
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