Opus - Blog EN: 2011

9.07.2011

All new 2012 Opus Catalogue!

Published by Opus

The all new 2012 Opus Catalogue (PDF) has arrived

And remember that Expocycle of Montreal opens its doors to the public for one day,
Saturday, September 10, 2011, 10 am- 6 pm
Palais des congrès de Montréal
1001, place Jean-Paul-Riopelle, Montréal, QC H2Z 1M2

8.15.2011

Congratulations Stéphane LeBeau !

Published by Opus

Stéphane LeBeau won six gold medals at this week`s Canadian track championships and managed to record better times than he did at last year`s championships.

See his great photos on his Facebook page :
http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150258598521519.326135.541251518

6.02.2011

Opus in UR Mag

Published by Opus

5.19.2011

Fhast 29er 2011

Published by Opus

Fhast 29er 2011

OK almost everyone knows Big wheels spin big benefits! Now that there are lighter wheels, tires and better suspension options for 29ers, racers are winning BIG Time on 29ers! The 29” wheels ride over obstacles more easily, generate more momentum, and deliver a more stable ride. They also lower your center of gravity due to the increased height of the axles relative to the bottom bracket height. Feels like your riding in the bike instead of sitting on top. Take those benefits and add the 2x10 drivetrains on our new carbon Fhast 29er frame and you have one really Fhast bike!

• Lightweight T-700 carbon monocoque frame
• Tapered headtube for increased stiffness
• Direct-mount rear brake mount; internal routing for shifter housing
• RockShox Reba RL with lockout and tapered steerer
• Full SRAM 2x10 X9 drivetrain, 39-26T
• Avid Elixir R brakes
• Easton EA70 cockpit
• New Easton EA70 XC wheelset
• Lightweight Maxxis Aspen tires

5.16.2011

Solid Weekend for Opus-OGC Riders at Quebec Cup Mountain Bike Opener in Terrebonne!

Published by VS

The Opus mountain bike team had a strong and successful showing this past weekend at the Quebec Cup season opener in Terrebonne.

Elite women's Opus rider Andréanne Pichette led the race for three out of four laps aboard her Opus Fhast, and battled cold and muddy conditions to challenge Rébecca Beaumont for victory. The Opus rider eventually finished with a very solid 2nd place podium finish in the Women's Elite category.

Difficult conditions continued in the Junior Women's race where Frédérique Larose Gingras battled to a very solid and hard fought 5th place position on her Opus Fhast.

Opus' Master's Expert 30-39 rider Alex Frappier dominated his category aboard his Opus 29er to lead the race from start to finish and convincingly win the Master's Expert 30-39 category. The 29 inch wheels have certainly helped Alex through the thick and sticky mud on the trails!

The team is looking forward to travelling to Mont Tremblant, Quebec for the Canada Cup/ Quebec Cup events May 20-22. Stop by and cheer them on!

5.11.2011

Stephane LeBeau- Opus Road and Urbanista Brand Manager Featured in Canadian Cycling Magazine

Published by VS

At Opus Bikes many of our employees are big cycling enthusiasts themselves. One such bike crazy individual is our Opus Road & Urbanista brand manager, Stephane LeBeau. Steph is a three time World Track Champion. He trains hard every day, rides his bicycle to the office, eats healthy and does his very best to stay in shape for something he is passionate about- riding bicycles. Check out the latest issue of Canadian Cycling magazine for an in depth interview with Stephane.

5.05.2011

2011 Opus Fixie Bikes

Published by VS

At Opus we value all types of bicycle riding-- from road cycling, mountain biking, urban riding and of course, the old school fixie. Opus Fixies feature simple designs, no cables, shifters or any complicated components. Just the pure and simple pleasure of riding a fixed-gear bike. Check out our line of Fixie models including the FX and the Oldie for 2011. For more detailed information, you can visit our website www.opusbike.com

4.18.2011

2011 Opus Service Bulletin

Published by VS

To the owners of 2011 Opus Scherzo, Andante, Alegria and Alto models:

We have found a limited number of the forks from one of our production runs that may not have had their steerer tubes hardened to our standards. A fork that has not been hardened may cause the steerer tube to bend under normal use.

While we have received no reports so far of any fork failures, it is essential that every fork from each of these Opus models be returned to us for inspection and that they not be ridden until this takes place.

Please contact your nearest authorized Opus retailer to arrange to have your fork returned to us for inspection. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. If you have any questions or concerns, please call our service department at: 800-363-0693.

Sincerely,

Opus Team

4.11.2011

Refresh your wardrobe!

Published by Hugues Lapointe

Spring is there and nice riding days are just around the corner! Maybe you have just bought a brand new bike or will do so in the coming weeks. Or you have or will bring your bicycle to your local bike shop for a complete tuneup to ensure your bicycle will ride as well as the first time you got on it.

Enough talks about your bicycle. Now let's take a look at you and you bikewear!

The new Opus cycling clothing is available with a wide range of garments: short sleeve jerseys, Bib shorts, shorts, vest, jacket and socks. The Team Edition clothing sports the new Opus corporate look and use high-tech and high quality textiles. For those who prefer a more classic look, we still have the Red and white and Blue and white jerseys but with the new textiles and a new cut.

You can also get Opus bottles : a 24 oz Camelbak Podium bottle with Opus colors. T-shirts and cap are also avaible for sale.

You can buy all these item at you Opus dealer. If not available in store, it will be a pleasure for your dealer to order it for you, you will get it within few days.

Have a great season!

3.23.2011

Opus Road & Urbanista Brand Manager Stephane Le Beau in VeloMag

Published by VS

The whole team at Opus is really proud of our Road Bicycle & Urbanista brand manager, Stephane Le Beau. He holds down a full time position at Opus and still manages to win a triple world championship in track racing! Check out the story (French only) in the latest issue of VeloMag! Congrats Stephane!