TEVA LINEUP GETS FALL 2012 EXPANSION

Last year TEVA dropped the TEVA LINKS on us and suddenly the landscape of the market was changed. Professional rider Jeff Lenosky and TEVA'S collaboration was well received by riders around the world. But what is better than having one shoe to compete with 5.10 for your hard earned dollars and adulation? How about a whole lineup of models and variations? TEVA has listened to the riding community and unveiled their fall lineup and dropped a hot video on us as well. We will have a variety of models to review shortly, but in the meantime check out the full lineup.

In celebration of the new collection launch, Teva joined team riders Cam McCaul and Kurt Sorge as they traveled to Virgin, UT to ride a line McCaul had spotted a few years prior. The short edit celebrates freeride mountain biking and gets back to the roots of why they live to bike.

“A bike opened up everything for me when I was younger,” says McCaul. “It took me across town when I was young and it takes me around the world now. The reasons I ride now are the same reasons I rode back then.”

Teva Expands Bike Collection from Slopes to the Streets

From Sea Otter to Crankworx Teva is listening to their customers and the new collection delivers

06.11.12 (Goleta, CA) – After the successful introduction of the Links mountain bike shoe in partnership with professional rider, Jeff Lenosky, Teva® continues to listen to the bike community and collaborate with their team of riders. For fall 2012 they have responded with seven new bike styles fit for the dirt to the streets. From top performing high tops and new colorways to an expanded size range, the new collection has something for everyone.

High Tops
Taking all the top performance features of the original Links but stepping it up; the new Links Mid features a higher cut for added support and ankle protection. Tested and refined by Teva mountain bike team riders Kurt Sorge and Sam Pilgrim, the Links Mid has the same PedalLINK Outsole that was pioneered for the Links and built-in toe and heel protection for big mountain riding.

Finding inspiration from the Links as well, the new Crank Mid combines bike specific details including our PedalLINK Outsole and a stiffer lasting board tuned for riding with the popularity of a vulcanized style. The outcome is a great dirt-jumping sneaker that will perform on the bike or off.

All-Black
To answer numerous requests from mechanics and riders alike, Teva added an all-black Links to their collection as well. The new colorway pays tribute to their partnership with Lenosky featuring a tonal graphic pattern also found on his custom Giant STP bike.

“Working with Teva to create a bike specific product line has been an incredible experience,” says Jeff Lenosky, Teva team rider. “The product development team at Teva has done a great job taking my knowledge gained as a professional rider and translating it into products all types of riders can appreciate. This journey has been a highlight of my career, and there's a lot more to come!”

Links Mid

Everyday Bike
For cyclists that use their bike to grab a 6-pack rather than bust a 360, Teva has responded with bike worthy styles that will compliment everyday rides. Built on the PedalLINK Outsole developed with Teva Team riders to ensure proper grip and feel; the new Joyride and Joyride Mid feature classy, office appropriate leather uppers while the Roller offers a leather and suede upper with tweed pops.

Specifically designed for women, the new Freewheel provides the right balance of performance for the casual ride with a clean, suede sneaker upper design.

TEVA unveils Women Specific FREEWHEEL model

Expanded Sizing
Responding to the request of Teva riders, the fall 2012 Links Mid and Links will now be available in a full range of sizes to accommodate more riders. Sizes will range from 3-14.

The new fall 2012 Teva bike collection will debut this month in specialty independent bike retailers such as Fanatik Bike Co., The Trail Head, and Go-Ride as well as bike parks like The Lumberyard and Trestles and online at www.teva.com. (Also available at HucknRoll) Prices range from $120 to $70 US.

For more info visit: www.teva.com