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Come up with a humorous
caption for the Freeze
Frame PIC on page 16 for
your chance to win:
ON TOUR
An ergonomically positioned handle
and high-quality wheel assembly
make the Eagles and Birdies Golf
Tour Bag (4.5kg) a breeze to transport. Its long side pocket has two
separate ventilated shoe compartments. A velour-lined valuables zippered pocket is another highlight.
Meanwhile, its integrated hood
has reinforced padding for the
ultimate in clubhead protection.
RRP $259. For more information
visit www.underpar.com.au
NEW WHEELS
WINGIN’ IT
The 2014 Rocky Mountain
Element 950 RSL 29er’s
unmatched ride quality,
point-and-shoot stiffness
and traction-tuned
suspension will have you
waiting for your buddies at the top. The
Element is the fastest, best handling,
full-suspension XC
race bike Rocky
Mountain Bicycles
has ever made.
RRP $4649. Visit
www.jamisbikes.com
for more info.
Red Bull fans are
becoming healthconscious. The
energy drink-maker
has discovered that
consumers want
zero-carb, lowcalorie options. So ...
introducing Red Bull
Zero, a new energy
drink with the same
key ingredients as
always, with a
fuller flavour.
Take-home 250ml
four-pack (RRP
$10). Visit www.
redbull.com/au/en
for more info.
ON TIME
The Seiko
Sportura Kinetic
Perpetual is
powered by
the movement
of the wearer
and can store
energy for up to
four years. The
Sportura is 100mwater-resistant and
features a stainless
steel case and bracelet
with scratch-resistant,
anti-reflective sapphire
glass. RRP $1100. Available
from selected Seiko stockists. Visit
www.seiko.com.au, phone 1300 300 776 or find
them in the apps store under “Seiko Australia”.
Endura Pack
Endura Rehydration Formula helps prevent
muscle cramps and spasms, muscle aches
and pains and helps replace fluid and
electrolytes that sweat takes out. RRP $39.95
(800g tub). Meanwhile, chocolate-flavoured
Endura Energy Bars combine high-energy
carbs and protein with a balanced blend of
vitamins and minerals for optimum nutrition.
RRP $49.50 (box of ten).
Optimum balance
Endura Optimizer is the ultimate training and
post-race recovery formula for any serious
athlete. It contains a balance of protein, highperformance carbs and electrolytes in one
convenient blend. It’ll restock your glycogen
stores and contains a broad spectrum of
essential amino acids and glutamine to
enhance muscle recovery. RRP $79.95.
Visit www.endura.com.au for more info.
Super-lite
FJ SuperLites are ideal golf shoes for
players looking for comfort, style and
function. The new Cushion Trainer’s
single-density, Fine-Tuned Foam (FTF)
outsole, combined with TPU traction,
results in super-lightweight cushioning
and on/off course versatility. RRP $119.95.
Visit www.footjoy.com.au for more info.
WATCH OUT
The Approach S4 GPS
Golf Watch by Garmin
is feature-packed and
expands the alreadypopular Approach Series.
The S4 boasts a high-res
touch-screen display
that’s sunlight-readable
and offers a dedicated
Green View button. The
S4 comes preloaded
with more than 30,000
international courses
with free lifetime course
updates – so there are
no additional fees or
subscriptions. Visit www.
garmin.com.au for info.
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PACK A PUNCH
Madison’s XL4000 Punch
Bag is a quality cloth-filled
and foam-lined bag which
can be adjusted to weigh
anywhere between 20-40
kg. Just unzip the top and
fill the central cavity with
sand (any filling of your
choice). The XL4000
also comes with a hook/
clip/swivel attachment
and four straps and
rings for easy set-up.
Measures an impressive 40” x 12”. RRP
$169.99. Available
at Amart Sports.
Visit www.
madisonsport.
com.au or phone
(07) 3370 3800
for stockist
details.
MAKING WAVES
Invert your style and thinking with the 2014 Yamaha SuperJet. The impressive power and
acceleration of Yamaha’s race-bred two-stroke 701cc engine, combined with a sleek, ultralight hull makes for some serious in-tune riding. Supreme agility and control is the SuperJet’s
party piece, thanks to its ability to out-carve rival riders by diving deeper and turning harder.
RRP $11,340. Phone Yamaha Motor Australia on 1300 593 600 to find out more.
HARD CELL
The flagship model of Cell Bikes’
new range is the OMEO 2.0. It features an aerodynamic full carbon
fibre frameset, FSA SL-K carbon
handlebar and seatpost, Mavic
Ksyrium wheelset and Shimano’s
new 11-speed Ultegra Di2 groupset,
which guarantees silky-smooth
electronic shifting at the push of a
button. RRP $2799. Cell Bikes are
sold factory-direct to customers,
which ensures incredible value.
Visit Cell Bikes stores in Sydney
and Melbourne or shop online at
www.cellbikes.com.au
Limar Ultralight Helmet
The world’s lightest helmet, the Limar
Ultralight, offers the ultimate in safety and
comfort. It boasts superior airflow thanks to
22 air vents, an Ultrafit dial-in sizing adjuster
with height adjustment, antibacterial pads,
a bug net in the front vents and a double
in-mould shell. Available in two sizes:
medium (53-57cm) and large (57-61cm).
TO THE TEST
Dress just like Pup in this Replica Test Shirt from
Asics. Just don’t blame us if you go to the cricket and
you’re summonsed to the home dressing sheds ...
RRP $120 (men’s) and $100 (youth). Visit www.asics.
com.au for more info.
“Izzy can stand aside as the
number-one code-hopper. Hughes
is practising his technique for
the 2015 Rugby World Cup.”
November’s Freeze Frame Freebies caption
competition was won by Isaac Meincke, via email.
Email your entries for this month’s Freeze Frame
comp on page 16 to [email protected],
or check out the website: www.insidesport.com.au.
If, however, you are some kind of troglodyte, holed
up in a cave without internet access, you can still
send your entries to Freeze Frame Comp, Inside
Sport, PO Box 5555, St Leonards, NSW 1590.
For enquiries about this section, please contact
Hamish Bayliss at [email protected]
QUIZ ANSWERS (P24):
1. Richard Green 2. Butterfly 3. Sir Viv Richards 4. Men’s 400m
Hurdles (46.78 compared to 47.60 for W400m) 5. Joe Louis
6. Uruguay 7. Jim Cassidy 8. 109 9. Mal Meninga 10. Adelaide,
Essendon, North Melbourne and Port Adelaide. ANSWER TO
NEXT: Australia was dismissed for 98 in their first innings, their
worst total at Melbourne in Ashes history. England were 0/157
at the end of the first day, went on to make a total of 513, before
bowling Australia out again for 258 to win by an innings and 157
runs. England would win again in Sydney to take the series 3-1.
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