Haro Bikes

11/18/2009

Porter slopestyle bikes are in stock now!

Our all-new Porter slopestyle-specific bikes are in stock now! Since these bikes will be built in VERY limited quantities, if you even remotely think you want one, you better have your shop order it for you now. Several bikes were presold before they even arrived, but there are still several available in our warehouses available to ship to your shop.

Haro pro slopestyle rider Eric Porter played a big role in the development of this bike. He directed several aspects of the creation of his signature bike from the overall frame geometry down to the "Smurfy Blue" frame paint.

Just about every part on this bike is the same exact part that Porter uses on his own personal bike he trains and competes on. Fox made a custom 36 Float RC2 fork just for Porter to use on his bike during the prototype testing phase that had the travel reduced to 100mm. We had Fox make up a batch of these forks for us to use on the production bikes to round out the final spec.

If you have ever dreamed about owning a pro-level bike, here's your chance. Don't let the opportunity ride away from you!

11/16/2009

Bella Mary!

Paolo Tempestini from Italy took the time share some photos of his Mary SS bike he rode in the "6 Hours of Singlespeed" in Rome, Italy. His friends autographed his frame before the race. Paolo and his Mary SS looked so good, Mountain Bike World magazine of Italy used a image of the duo in their latest issue.

Paolo competed in two 6 Hours of Singlespeed events in Italy. In Cremona, he rode to a 6th place finish. In Rome, he rode to an impressive 2nd place finish aboard his Mary SS. "The Mary SS gave me the opportunity to savor the quality of steel and most importantly, made me discover the great benefits of the 29er," Paolo said. "The advantages in smoothness and riding quality allow you to take on your opponents meter after meter, curve after curve!"

Molto buon!

11/09/2009

It's official! Greg Watts in on Haro!

We're pleased to finally announce that we have signed 2009 Whistler Crankworx slopestyle champion, Greg Watts. Boasting a bag of tricks few other riders can match, Greg has made numerous podium appearances at premier slopestyle and freeride events all over the world. He has also produced several video segments in high-profile films such as New World Disorder and Barred for Life.

“I am so stoked to be part of the Haro team for 2010!” says Watts. “They have sick bikes and a solid group of riders to travel with. I am looking forward to all the stuff we have planned for next year and having some fun riding my sweet new Haro!”

“We couldn’t be happier to have a rider of Greg’s caliber aboard a Haro”, says Jill Hamilton, Haro’s MTB Brand Manager. “We are committed to growing the sport of slopestyle and freestyle MTB through our depth of product offering in this category. Signing Greg Watts further cements our dedication to be the ‘go-to’ brand for bikes designed specifically for this progressive style of riding”.

Greg will compete in a full schedule of national and international events aboard a Haro Thread hardtail freestyle MTB frame and a Porter slopestyle-specific frame.

We'll post some pics of Greg aboard his Haro bikes just as soon as we can...the ink is barely dry on the contract as this point!

11/08/2009

Eric Porter at the Tanner jumps in Utah

Porter gets in a nice fall jump session at Tanner in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Awesome Canon 7D video from Justin Olsen.

Eric Porter at Tanner Park - More Mountain Bike Videos

10/28/2009

Eric Porter at the Park City Jump Jam

Eric Porter shows the locals how it's done at the Park City Jump Jam. At the end of the jam, he gives away a brand-spanking new Haro Thread Eight!

Eric Porter at the Park City Jump Jam - More Mountain Bike Videos

Haro's Mike Steidley Wins 2009 US National Trials Championship!

Kenda/Haro Factory Trials, Freeride and Stunt Rider Mike Steidley is the overall winner of the 2009 North American Trials Series crowning him the number one rider in North America. Steidley took the gold medal home at final round of the Nationals held at Spirit Mountain Ski Resort in Duluth, MN. A strong placement edged Steidley into the first place position for the series champion.

This is the Eight National Tile for Steidley in his career since he had his first professional win at Mount Snow back in 1998 where he won the 1998 NORBA Junior National Champion Title. Since moving to the pro class Steidley has obtained 16 regional Championships and holds Norba National Titles Championships in both 2007 and 2008. Furthermore, Steidley also holds the 2003, 2004, 2006 and 2008 North American Trials Championship Titles. The 2009 North American Trials Series (NATS) events took place in California, New York, Tennessee, British Columbia, and Minnesota.

Congrats Mike!

10/16/2009

Future MTB pro rider?

Check out this little guy! This is Ryan McGarrity from Orange County, CA aboard his Haro Z16 BMX bike. Ryan regulary rides his Z16 on cross-country rides with his dad Jim on some of Orange County's most challenging trails like Santiago, Aliso Woods, Top of the World, and even some of the Telonics trails. Dad's looking to upgrade him to a Flightline 20 real soon...We're sure little Ryan will enjoy having some gears on his bike so he can keep up with his dad.

Keep up the good work, Ryan! Riding some of the trails you do isn't easy on a BMX bike with 16" wheels and a coaster brake!