The New EighthInch Lo-Fi Complete Bike

Today we are releasing our newest bike, the EighthInch Lo-Fi. Whether you want to run it as a fixed gear or a singlespeed, the EighthInch Lo-Fi is one of those bikes that you can just hop on and enjoy the ride. Riser bars and a relaxed geometry will keep you comfortable when your flying through the city or just cruising around town. The 4130 chromoly frame is strong and durable without weighing you down. At only $329 the Lo-Fi is the most affordable bike in our lineup, giving you everything you need and nothing you don’t. The bike is delivered 90% assembled so you should be

able to put it together with just a few tools. Check out all the specs and learn more here!

 

A Sale Of Apocalyptic Proportions!!!

December 21 is just around the corner and we all know what that means, THE APOCALYPSE!!! If there’s anything we can take away from this mess, it’s the reminder that there are only a few days left to ride bikes. To make those last few rides more memorable we thought we’d help you get those upgrades you’ve been putting off

by offering some killer deals. Now through the end of time (or 12/21) you can save 20% on all EighthInch parts and 15% on complete bikes at WS-Outlet! Order this weekend and you should get your new parts in time to enjoy a

few rides before civilization comes crashing down. Stop by WS-Outlet.com and check out all we have in stock!

EighthInch Winter Cycling Guide: What to Wear

A few weeks back we started our Winter Riding Guide and showed some tips and tricks on how to prepare you

r bike. Today let’s look at how to prepare yourself when it comes to riding in the cold.

Layer Up

The key to riding in cold weather is layers. It’s always nice to have that extra layer to put on if you get chilled or a few layers levitra online pharmacy to shed if you get too warm. A jacket over a shirt may feel good when you step out the door, but if you start getting too hot while riding there’s not much you can do to make incremental changes in your body temperature.

Less is More

If the temperature is at 20 degrees don’t dress like it’s 20 degrees. Once you hop on your bike your body is going to start generating its own heat pretty fast. If you are overdressed and sweating you’ll find yourself uncomfortably cold as your body starts cooling down. Wear a layer or two less than you would if you weren’t riding, once you start spinning and your body

heats up you should become more comfortable.

Layer Types

Good base layers will help keep you warm and dry. Wool or a poly-blend will wick moisture as opposed to cotton which will absorb it. An effective outer layer has both wind resistant panels and waterproofing, without being bulky. Shell jackets will usually do the job. The amount of layers you need between those two will depend on how cold it is. A wool jersey is a great middle layer and won’t add a lot of weight.

Hands and Feet

Your hands and feet will be the first to feel the effects of winter. When the cold sets in try switching to wool socks. They lock in the warmth while still letting your feet breathe to minimize sweating. Shoe covers are a good addition if it is really cold or when riding on wet roads. For your hands a good set of gloves goes  a long way. Thin gloves will give your hands good mobility and keep the wind off. Lobster gloves are great when the temperatures really drop. They give you the warmth of mittens with added mobility to reach your brake levers.

Other Protection

Your legs are doing all the work so make sure to keep them warm. Waterproof pants will keep you dry when your tires kick up snow and slush while windproof panels help keep you warm. A beard only provides so much protection so a balaclava is a great choice if you need to keep your face and ears warm. Every rider is different so it may take a few rides to figure out what works best for you.

EighthInch Winter Cycling Guide: Bike Prep

The temperature is dropping, and here in Wisconsin winter will be here before we know it. For

those of us who tr

y to stay in the saddle all year round we have put together a little guide on how to get your bike prepped for these rough winter months.

Don’t Forget the Lube

There isn’t much to a fixed gear drivetrain but that doesn’t mean it won’t need attention. Water, snow, and dirt can dry out your chain pretty fast. Make sure you keep an eye on it and grease it as necessary. If you run brakes then you want to make sure the pivot points are lubed too.

Save your Frame

If you have a steel frame then Frame Saver will help protect it from any internal damage. The paint and clearcoat will help protect the tubing from the outside but once a little moisture and grime makes it into the frame it can start rusting it from the inside out. To apply the Frame Saver you’ll need to take all the parts off your frame and spray it into the tubing. Once you have a good amount in, make sure all the holes in your frame are sealed, then rotate and flip the frame to get the protectant to coat the inside of the tubing. This work is well worth it to extend the life of your frame.

Plug It Up
To ensure your frame stays clean inside and out seal any open holes. That means holes drilled for bottle cages, fenders, or racks. Stainless steel bolts are the best choice but anything that keeps water, salt, and grime from getting into the frame will work.

Wax On, Wax Off

Putting a coat of wax on your frame not only gives an extra layer of protection from the elements, it also keeps snow and dirt from sticking if you are riding in bad weather or through mud.

Get Lit

It gets dark early in winter and most drivers aren’t expecting to see cyclists out in the cold. A good set of lights will help keep you safe when the sun goes down. Some lights are harder than others to turn on and off with gloves, keep this in mind.

Tires

When it comes to tires we are split, in the end it comes down to personal preference. If you run a typical 23c tire it will probably work fine for you. A 23c actually cuts through snow which can be easier than trying to ride on top of it. You do lose a little stability in cornering, slow down and you should be fine. If you can fit a larger tire, then a 28c with a little bit of tread can help

give you more grip. Running at a lower PSI helps give you good stability and more confidence in the corners.

Fenders

Fenders help keep salt and dirt off you and your frame. If your frame doesn’t have fender mounts there are some great alternatives like seatpost mounted fenders or mudflaps that mount to your downtube. Remember, if you can stay dry you can stay warm.

 

EighthInch Taco'd Wheel Contest

Whether you play bike polo, ride freestyle,

or just commute on rough roads, a bent wheel is something you always fear. For this reason we make two extremely durable wheelsets that can hold up to just about anything, our EighthInch Julian’s and Bueller’s. If you need something strong and fast, the triple-walled Julian’s can take a beating whether your dropping off curbs or staircases. If fatter tires are more your thing then the 36h Buellers are what your looking for. Whatever your taste, now you have a chance to win a pair hand built by us!

The rules to our EighthInch Taco’d Wheel Contest are simple. Just post a picture of your old bent wheel on our Facebook page along with a little info on how

it met its demise. At the end of the month we’ll take a look through them all and pick our favorite. Whether it’s a great story or an entertaining picture, there’s a lot of ways to win this one. The winner will get their choice of a hand built EighthInch Bueller or Julian wheelset!

If you can’t enter the contest, don’t forget you can still get a great deal thanks to our Freestyle Sale!

Photo Friday – Finished Conversions

Our fixed gear conversions are finally finished. These

old 10-speeds are ready to hit the streets again thanks to our EighthInch Conversion Kit. It was a lot

of fun to

find some old worn out bikes and give them a second life. The bikes turned out looking great and ride really smooth. We’ll be racing them in the upcoming Oshcog Alleycat to see who’s conversion comes out on top. Don’t forget to check out our video covering the entire conversion process.

EighthInch Back to School Sale

If you’re looking to pick up some EighthInch parts don’t

forget about our Back to School sale! Now through the end of September you can get 10% off all EighthInch parts when you use the coupon code “back2school” on buy sildenafil

ighth-inch.aspx?pagenum=&section=&SearchTerm=&sortBy=popularity&pageSize=20″>WS-Outlet.

EighthInch ST23 Street Tires

Our new ST23 street tires just made it in a few days ago and we are really happy with how they turned out. The specs are listed below, but to sum things up they are a fast and reliable street tire. They do not have a reinforced center tread for excessive skidding but they hold up great as a commuter tire. For $24.50/pair the price can’t be beat! Pick a pair up in our store on CyclingCloseouts.com.

700×23 size
Wire bead (non-folding)
320g avg. weight per tire
120 PSI max