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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. 90 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. 91