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12-18-2007, 03:15 PM
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Hey 'Let's Bike'....when I first clicked on your post about bike equipment recalls, I only saw the first post about the Specialized 2D helmet. From Cyclingnews.com:
"For 2008, Specialized introduces its first S-Works level helmet that tops even its own Decibel. New dual-density co-molded foam construction (2D… get it?) drops the weight by 30% to just 184g (size small, of course), while inline vents, deep internal channeling, and a new larger Mega Mouthport promise to keep things cool. Additional weight saving measures include a new Pro Fit 360 retention system, hand-laid Kevlar InnerMatrix internal reinforcement structure, 4X DryLite webbing, and even lighter hardware. Naturally, a sub-200g helmet may give some cyclist pause; can that really provide enough protection? Specialized insists that the new 2D passes all required safety standards, and one journalist apparently saw fit to prove it to himself during the launch by launching himself headfirst into a stone wall on the trails north of Madrid. Thankfully, he was fine, and we should note that the helmet performed its sacrificial duty admirably. " Couldn't exactly find the original retail price, but I'm guessing it was about $150. 
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12-19-2007, 10:37 PM
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Dang... my 2004 Giant Rainier may be on the list... NUTZ...
Oh, wait... it's the front fork that has the problem... My fork was replaced courtesy of sudden automotive induced rearragement. Thanks for the list!  Cya Out There! K'Tesh Last edited by K'Tesh; 12-19-2007 at 10:45 PM.
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12-20-2007, 12:43 AM
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Hm. Nice to find out _now_ that my bike got recalled (I have the same Rainer K'Tesh does, apparently). I just recently replaced the front fork, so it's moot now.
Considering the many times my bike has been in and out of local bike shops for tune-ups etc. since I bought it, I find it curious and a little scary that I never received any kind of notice or mention from shop bike mechanics. Do local bike shops just not think about this kind of thing when bikes come in for service?
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01-08-2008, 03:34 PM
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Pacific Cycle Recalls Children's Trailer Bicycles
NEWS from CPSC
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 8, 2008 Release #08-156 Firm's Recall Hotline: (877) 564-2261 CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908 Pacific Cycle Recalls Children's Trailer Bicycles; Can Detach from Adult Bicycle and Injure Children WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: InStep "Pathfinder," Schwinn "Run About," and Mongoose "Alley Cat" Trailer Bicycles Units: About 7,000 Manufacturer: Pacific Cycle Inc., of Madison, Wis. Hazard: The coupler connecting the children's trailer bike to the adult's bicycle has welds that can fail, posing a fall hazard to children. Incidents/Injuries: Pacific Cycle has received one report of the coupler failing, resulting in a fall and abrasions to the rider. Description: The "Pathfinder," "Run About," and "Alley Cat" are single-wheeled, children's bicycles that connect to an adult's bicycle by a coupler. The recall includes model numbers: 12-PF250, 13-SC250, 13-SC350 and M5101. The model number is located on the lower seat tube of the frame. The affected couplers have welded plates; bicycles that have couplers with cast parts are not included in this recall. Sold at: Bicycle stores and retailers nationwide from January 2007 through August 2007 for between $80 and $120. Manufactured in: China Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled wagon away from children and contact Tricam Industries for instructions on how to return the wagon and obtain a refund. Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Pacific Cycle toll-free at (877) 564-2261 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit www.instep.net, www.schwinnbikes.com, or www.mongoose.com To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the recalled product, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08156.html
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01-08-2008, 05:07 PM
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Helmet recall
I actually had a new S Works Helmet that I had to return because of the recall. The recall was for the chin strap buckle, potential failure ( though I don't see how.) Specialized replaced the helmet with a Decibel ( next best model) and will ship a new S Works when the problem is solved. Results in 2 helmets for the pricey cost of one. I'm not that crazy about them BTW, they sit really high on your noggin. But they are light and all the venting is great in hot weather.
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01-08-2008, 09:15 PM
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Whoo-hoo!, good for you vseven. As far as I'm concerned, that works good all the way around...good pr and r&d for Specialized, and positive experience for you. Just as long as the helmet doesn't fail and hurt someone's head. Lightweigt is good to a point.
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02-08-2008, 04:03 PM
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Trek Recalls Girls Bicycles Due To Frame Failure
NEWS from CPSC
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 7, 2008 Release #08-186 Firm's Recall Hotline: (800) 373-4594 CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908 Trek Recalls Girls Bicycles Due To Frame Failure WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: Trek MT220 Girls Bicycles Units: About 49,000 Importer: Trek Bicycle Corp., of Waterloo, Wis. Hazard: The bicycle's frame can break during use, causing the rider to lose control and suffer injuries. Incidents/Injuries: Trek has received 13 reports of frames breaking, including four minor injuries. Description: This recall involves Trek girls' bicycles model MT220 and model years 2005 (light metallic blue), 2006 (metallic silver and metallic purple or pink and pearl white), and 2007 (pink and white pearl or metallic purple). The model name is printed on the frame of the bicycle. Model year 2008 bicycles re not included in this recall. Sold at: Authorized Trek dealers nationwide from April 2004 through June 2007 for about $300. Manufactured in: China and Taiwan Remedy: Consumers should take the recalled bicycle away from children immediately and return it to a Trek dealer for a free replacement MT220 girl's bicycle or a $100 discount on a different size Trek bicycle. Consumer Contact: For additional information, consumers can contact Trek at (800) 373-4594 between 8 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday and between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Saturday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.trekbikes.com To see this release on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the recalled product, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08186.html
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