Editors based their choice on the all around praise that the S-Works Tarmac SL4 Di2 received from test riders. They commented that the bike is ideal for every style of riding from relaxed to racing.

With these reviews and the fit, handling, and technology that the Tarmac line is known for, we know you’ll want to try it out this award winner. So stop in your nearest BikeSource for a test ride!

The following bikes will be available to demo:
Men Bikes

• 2011 Demo 8 L
• 2012 SJ FSR Comp Carbon  29 S
• 2012 SJ FSR S-Works 29 S
• 2012 SJ FSR S-Works 29 M
• 2012 SJ FSR S-Works 29 L
• 2012 SJ FSR EVO Expert S
• 2012 SJ FSR EVO Expert M
• 2012 SJ FSR EVO Expert L
• 2012 SJ FSR EVO Expert XL
• 2012 SJ FSR EVO 29 XL
• 2012 Enduro EVO S
• 2012 Enduro EVO M
• 2012 Enduro EVO L
• 2012 Camber Pro 29 S
• 2012 Camber Pro 29 M
• 2012 Camber Pro 29 L
• 2012 Camber Pro 29 XL
• 2012 Epic S-Works 29 S
• 2012 Epic S-Works 29 M
• 2012 Epic S-Works 29 L
• 2012 Epic Expert Carbon 29 M
• 2012 Epic Expert Carbon 29 L
• 2012 SJ HT S-Works 29 15.5
• 2012 SJ HT S-Works 29 19

Women Bikes

• 2012 Fate Expert Carbon 29 19
• 2012 Jett Comp 13
• 2012 Jett Comp 15
• 2012 Jett Comp 17
• 2012 Jett Comp 19
• 2012 Safire Comp S
• 2012 Safire Comp M
• 2012 Safire Comp M
• 2012 Safire Comp L

Today (February 2) the House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee is voting on the House transportation bill, which would eliminate crucial funds for bicycling and walking.

You are able to influence this vote and to save dedicated funding for bicycling and walking by contacting your Representative in the U.S. House of Representatives to ask them to vote for the Petri amendment which preserves bicycling and walking funding!

Villopoto won supercross’ biggest prize in 2011, the Supercross class championship, and started 2012 with the coveted No. 1 plate on his Kawasaki and Specialized bikes.

“Racing motorcycles requires a lot of fitness, and riding bicycles is for sure the best way of cardio training for us; it’s low impact and still ties me in on the two wheels and provides the necessary training to carry over to the motorcycle,” Villopoto said.

“I ride Specialized because I believe they have the most advanced bikes and equipment out there. I am blessed to ride the top-of-the-line factory motorcycles, and to have the same top-line bicycles to train on is truly unreal.”

This year, Specialized is sponsoring Villopoto, the Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/Kawasaki team, and the Lucas Oil/Troy Lee/Honda Team.

Want to ride like supercross’ top riders? Stop by BikeSource and test ride a Specialized bike just like the pros train on.

Monday-Friday: 10am-7pm
Saturday: 10am-6pm
Sunday: 12pm-5pm

Regular store hours will resume on March 1, 2012.

The Big Stampede is a bicycle expo where you can sell that old bike and find a new one! While you’re at it, you can grab some new or used gear too. The Big Stampede, the biggest bicycle expo to hit the Southeast, has 25,000 square feet of manufacturers, retailers, clubs/teams, and individual buying, selling, and swapping new and used cycling and triathlon equipment. You can find a variety of new and used bikes at the quality, price range, and performance ability you need.

The Big Stampede will take place from 9AM to 3PM on Sunday, November 6th, at the Charlotte Motor Speedway (NASCAR Sprint Cup Garage). Admission is $5.00, but parking is free and kids under 12 have free admission. Proceeds from the Big Stampede will benefit Trips for Kids, a nonprofit organization that mentors kids through bicycling. For more information and event updates, check out the Big Stampede website or follow the expo on Twitter.

With 12 different categories, anyone can race in this event. Each racer will receive a bag of “schwag” and a Tree Shaker t-shirt. For specifics on event registration or racer categories, visit the Charlotte Mountain Biking Website. An event trophy will be given to the first three finishers in each category. In addition, there will be a raffle held after the race, with some amazing prizes, including a Hydrapak! This event has it all: bike racing, food, music, and prizes. So be sure to join us – you’ll be glad you did!

Starting at 10 a.m. on September 18th the Urban Assault Ride is taking over Charlotte! Pairs will pedal around the city in a quest for a number of checkpoints then be prompted to complete funky, adventurous obstacles once finding their locations. The goal is to complete the checkpoints in the shortest time by choosing your own route and checkpoint order.

All checkpoints will be given in advance so riders can plan their routes, except for two mystery check-ins. The first mystery checkpoint clue will be released the Thursday before the event, and the second mystery checkpoint clue will be provided after visiting the first mystery stop.

Once the ride is over New Belgium Brewing Co’s celebration begins! Crazy raffle prizes will be given away at the after party, so riders will want to hurry towards the finish line.

It is only $40 per person to participate in this ride. Online Registration ends on September 16th at 5 p.m., but your very last chance to register is at the packet pick-up from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on September 17. In addition to enjoying this exciting event, you will receive a free cotton t-shirt, New Belgium Brewing zip pouch by Green Guru Gear, Jack Link’s Beef Jerky, clif bars, UAR stickers, New Belgium beer, snacks, and raffle ticket entries. Plus the proceeds benefit CABA: Charlotte Area Bicycle Alliance and Trips for Kids Charlotte!