Syncros' Latest All Mountain Components to Make Consumer Debut at Sea Otter Classic

With new wheelset, seatpost and saddle lines for hardcore mountain bikers, Syncros is geared up for the April 17-20 festival in Monterey, Calif.

SAN CARLOS, Calif. - April 10, 2008 - Syncros today announced it will showcase new products from its All Mountain (AM), Freeride (FR) and Freakin' Light (FL) component lines while exhibiting at the Sea Otter Classic, April 17-20, in Monterey, Calif. Festival attendees will get a chance to see and touch the new Syncros AM 29er wheelset, one-bolt alloy seatpost, AM & FL saddle models and latest grunge graphic designs for the FL, AM and FR product lines in booth #738.

"We look forward to showing the latest designs from our Syncros products and getting feedback from our core consumers at Sea Otter," said Steve Parke, general manager and vice president of marketing for Syncros. "For the particular rider who demands maximum durability and strength from the wheelset or the 'just right' amount of comfort in the saddle, we invite attendees to come take a look at these latest Syncros releases."

Additions to the Syncros lines include:

AM 29er Wheelset

• Syncros DS 28 sleeved and eyeleted rims for maximized rim strength
  
• Syncros Bead Lock System allows riders to run lower pressure for a tubeless-like ride
  
• Syncros FL hubs provide front end stiffness for steering control and unparalleled durability
  

AM Pedal

• Tough nylon/carbon fiber pedal body for high impact strength and durability
  
• Larger pedal platform provides extra foot support
  
• Shimano™ or Crankbrothers™ cleat compatible
  

AM One-Bolt Alloy Seatpost

• Patented one-bolt clamp system with reinforcing ribs
  
• Side bolt access for easy saddle positioning
  
• 2014 alloy provides higher strength-to-weight ratio than 6000 series
  

AM & FL Saddle Models

• Composite saddle base with 35 percent carbon gives strength and forgiveness
  
• Chrome-moly and titanium rails for strength and proper elasticity for bumpy sections
  

In addition to the products listed above, Syncros will also have samples of the 2009 "grunge style" graphics for each of the Freeride (FR), All Mountain (AM) and Freakin' Light (FL) product lines. In keeping with the Syncros legacy of purpose-built, strong, lightweight bike components, the red, black, white and gray tattoo-style artwork differentiates each line with its own bold mark.

For more information about the Syncros products on display at the Sea Otter Classic, please contact Chip Smith at 801.523.3730 or csmith@soarcomm.com.