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ROAD PRODUCTS
AGILITY IS KEY FOR LIGHTWEIGHTS
The Sportec Street is Metzeler ’ s latest X-ply sport tyre , designed for riders of lightweight bikes looking for more performance from their tyres . With profiles derived from the brand ’ s sport radial range , the Sportec Street delivers agile handling and a wider contact patch . The balanced silica and carbon black blended compound is designed for regular wear and excellent grip across a wide range of conditions and temperatures . If you ’ re looking at a performance upgrade for your bike , why not start with a set of these .
Distributor : Forbes and Davies
Price :
From $ 149
Info :
www . forbesanddavies . co . nz
LOOK THE PART , PLAY THE PART
The Barton II is British brand Merlin ’ s shorter length modern-retro waxed cotton jacket and has some great technological features . Made from original Halley Stevensons waxed cotton and fitted with D3O armour , the Barton II comes with a Reissa waterproof and breathable membrane , Marton Mills tartan liner detail and a zip out thermal lining . This is billed as a superb jacket with functionality that ’ s as good as its looks .
Distributor : Eurobike Wholesale
Size :
Available in brown or black
Price :
$ 529
Info :
www . eurobike . co . nz
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