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Teva Unveils Fall 2012 Mountain Bike Shoe Line – New Fit, Colors, Sizing

Teva Links Mid in all black for Fall 2012
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Teva Links Mid in all black for Fall 2012

Teva has updated their entire line of mountain bike shoes, changing up the cut of the Link’s uppers, adding an all black option for the Link, above, (yay, no more fluorescent-only!) and expanded sizing from 3 to 14 US.

For women, there’s a new Freewheel, and a casual, commuter oriented Joyride model for those that aren’t ripping jumps and berms on every ride. Click on through for the full PR and details…

Teva Links low for Fall 2012

PRESS RELEASE: After the successful introduction of the Links mountain bike shoe in partnership with professional rider, Jeff Lenosky, Teva® (a division of Deckers Outdoor Corporation NASDAQGS: DECK) 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 (top of post) 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!”

Teva Roller low and Freewheel womens casual cycling shoes for Fall 2012
Teva Roller at left, women's Freewheel on right.

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 Joyride Mid and Low commuter bike shoe for Fall 2012
Teva Joyride Mid and Low.

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.

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.”

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. Prices range from $120 to $70 US.

Teva Crank Low and Mid casual bike shoe Fall 2012
Teva Crank low and mid.
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King County
King County
11 years ago

Nice colors. The last edition’s color schemes were some of the ugliest I have ever seen.

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