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Outcast Rider
The Outcast Riders are UCI Pro-Elite Riders, whose partners give up or been removed from the Cape Epic. From 2010 Cape Epic, 2010 until 2017 Cape Epic, 2017 these riders worn the Outcast jersey, since the 2018 Cape Epic they wear the Leopard jersey. History Kashi Leuchs lost his partner at the 2009 Cape Epic. He suggested the idea of the Outcast riders. The organizers thought it's a great idea and implemented the new modus at the 2010 Cape Epic, 2010 version. Rules *It's not allowed to ride behind the Outcast Riders for all other riders. *It's not allowed to assist any team with podium ambitions. *They have to wear the official jersey. Former riders 2010 no information 2011 * 2012 no information 2013 * * 2014 * * * * * 2015 * * * * * * 2016 no information 2017 no information 2018 * * 2019 * * References {{Cape Epic Cape Epic classifications and awards Cycling jerseys ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mountain Bike
A mountain bike (MTB) or mountain bicycle is a bicycle designed for off-road cycling. Mountain bikes share some similarities with other bicycles, but incorporate features designed to enhance durability and performance in rough terrain, which makes them heavier, more complex and less efficient on smooth surfaces. These typically include a suspension fork, large knobby tires, more durable wheels, more powerful brakes, straight, extra wide handlebars to improve balance and comfort over rough terrain, and wide-ratio gearing optimised for topography and application (e.g., steep climbing or fast descending). Rear suspension is ubiquitous in heavier-duty bikes and now common even in lighter bikes. Dropper posts can be installed to allow the rider to quickly adjust the seat height (an elevated seat position is more effective for pedaling, but poses a hazard in aggressive maneuvers). Mountain bikes are generally specialized for use on mountain trails, single track, fire roads, and othe ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
