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Specialized Women's RBX Sport Long Sleeve Jersey - 2019
Two-in-one jackets are well and good, and they surely have a place in a winter layering system, but more often than not, your staple piece for cold weather riding winds up being a long sleeve jersey. Simple and versatile, a piece like Specialized's Women's RBX Sport Long Sleeve Jersey will serve you well when the mercury begins to drop. Constructed from VaporRize knit fabrics, the RBX Sport features a light level of insulation that makes it perfect as a standalone jersey in fair conditions, or as a layering piece when conditions get at or near freezing. And to make sure of it, this material also wicks moisture away from the skin incredibly well, while also maintaining high levels of breathability. Altogether, this means that you'll be riding in a sustainable microclimate that's free from large spikes in either direction of the thermometer. - VaporRize is a lightweight, breathable, and warming stretch knit that accelerates moisture transfer, while remaining soft, light, and comfortable against the skin. - Three back expansion pockets provide ample room to store all of your ride essentials. - Full-length front zipper allows you to control the fit and dump head on-the-fly. - Deflect UV 50+ protects your skin from harmful ultraviolet rays. - Standard Fit is generous, so it fits close to the body without being constricting.
Specialized Men's Pitch Expert - 2019
Nothing quite beats the thrill of mountain biking, and the Pitch Expert is the perfect way to get introduced to the feeling. Its hardtail design makes climbing a breeze, while also making descending an agile, fun-filled affair. Our Sport Trail 27.5 geometry, meanwhile, keeps you comfortable and confident on a variety of terrain, and the Shimano component spec keeps you rolling for miles, with minimal maintenance. It's time to get out there and have some fun. - The frame is constructed from lightweight A1 Premium Aluminum in order to provide a compliant, durable platform to support our acclaimed Sport Trail 27.5 Geometry. Combined, you get a bike that's extremely versatile, making it equally capable on the climbs and descents. - Custom SR Suntour 27.5 fork features our Multi-Circuit Damping technology to eliminate any "pogo" effect by delivering 80/100mm (size-specific) of hydraulic damped suspension and rebound that smooths out rough terrain. - The Shimano Deore rear derailleur provides crisp, reliable shifting that you can count on when the going gets rough. With it, you'll be able to precisely move through the wide, 11-36t gear range, to make climbing hills almost as easy as rolling on the flats.
Specialized S-Works Men's Stumpjumper 27.5 - 2019
We've heard it all before: "This bike's for going fast, that one's for having fun." "This one pedals well, that one shreds." Why not make one bike that does everything well? Well, we did, and it's called the S-Works Stumpjumper. Unrivaled handling and stiffness, sublime suspension kinematics, and a complete abandon of proprietary nonsense—it rides like a dream. And with 27.5-inch wheels, this model blends responsiveness with stability to create the pinnacle of trail performance. Our design goal for the new Stumpjumper was simple—build the ultimate trail bike, one that feels telepathic. And it turns out that this feeling all comes down to stiffness. Think of it this way: when the frame's telling your hands one thing and your feet another, your brain gets confused with the imbalance and the bike feels unstable. In order to fix this, we had to get to work on dialing-in the materials, shapes, and the layout. We started by creating our own mountain-specific stiffness test, and then we looked at the layout with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to see where we could get the biggest stiffness improvements. This led to a big discovery: The Large and X-Large frames needed more front-end stiffness while the Smalls and Mediums were just fine. We were able to create a frame design that was 20% more efficient. And in the end, this proved to be one of the lightest trail frames on the market, today. When designing the frame with the stiffness targets being a main goal, we developed a radical new sidearm design. The front-end and rear-end are connected at three points, and the sidearm helps keep all these points super stiff and connected, all while taking about 100 grams out of the rear-end. More explicitly, this minimizes frame flex when the rear suspension is active. We continued down the suspension path with a custom Rx Trail Tune on both the fork and rear shock. Suspension performance is highly dependent on frame, wheel, and rider size, so we use our Rx Tune to get each bike to land in the middle of the adjustment spectrum, and this gives you the biggest possible range to fine-tune your ride. Another focal point of the tune was matching the suspension characteristics between wheel sizes—we developed a specific Rx Tune for each platform. So, no matter what wheel size you prefer, you'll get perfectly linear suspension. Steps were also taken to make this bike easy to live with. Threaded bottom brackets make a triumphant return, and we made room for up to a 3.0' tire. You're also free to run whatever aftermarket rear shock you want since we're using standard metric shocks. We revamped the SWAT box, too, making it sleeker, lighter, and with more volume. And customization is furthered with a Flip Chip that lets you to dial-in your Stumpy to your riding style. Switch it from High to Low and it drops your bottom bracket 6mm and slackens the head tube by half-a-degree. Little details also jump out to surprise you, like a newly designed ribbed chainstay protector that makes chain slap a thing of the past and nearly silences the drivetrain. Lastly, we seriously couldn't make cable routing any easier on carbon models. Full tubes can be found throughout the carbon frame, so all you have to do is push the cable and it'll come out the other end. No more lazy loop, hidden stashes of magnets, pokey spokes, or pillows to cry in. As with every S-Works build, this S-Works Stumpjumper comes with only top-of-the-line parts, like a full SRAM XX1 Eagle drivetrain, SRAM Guide RSC disc brakes, FOX Factory front and rear suspension (150/150mm respectively), and the best carbon wheels money can buy, the Roval Traverse SL 27.5s. - The Stumpjumper's asymmetrical, S-Works FACT 11m carbon fiber construction is lightweight, stiff, and ready to take on the trail. It's built off our 27.5 Trail Geometry, so it's just the right amount of both capable and comfortable. And with SWAT integration in the down tube, a threaded BB, easy cable routing, and an all-new chain silencer, it's ready for anything the trail, or you, throw at it. - FOX FLOAT DPX2 Factory has three modes—Open, Trail, and Firm—that control large compression adjustments on-the-fly. There's also a tool to adjust compression adjustment that allows for fine-tuning of the compression in Open mode. - The legendary FIT4 damper, large stanchions, buttery-smooth Kashima coating—the FOX 36 Factory 150mm fork is one of the best out there.
Specialized Women's Deflect Hybrid Jacket - 2019/2020
$96.95 - $140.00 $130.00 - $140.00 Up to 25% Off
Emergency jackets can be notoriously wimpy, only possessing enough power to slightly deter the elements. Well, with the arrival of Specialized's exceptionally versatile Women's Deflect Hybrid Jacket, those days are over. This jacket is constructed from their wind- and water-resistant Deflect material. This stretch-woven fabric protects against most conditions, and it allows for a complete freedom of movement while in the saddle. And furthering the weather protection, the jacket also includes wrist seals to stop water from seeping up the sleeves and a drop tail to deflect wheel-spray. To add to this jacket's versatility, it features fully removable sleeves. Essentially, this allows you to toggle back and forth between using it as either a jacket or a vest. And to make sure that you'll always be at the ready, the jacket easily packs itself into its rear pocket in order to fit nicely into a jersey pocket. - Deflect is a stretch woven fabric that's wind-resistant, water-resistant, and highly breathable. It's also been given a 3M reflective laminate that will increase your visibility to motorists in low-light conditions. - Packable design allows the jacket to be easily packed into its own zippered back pocket, making it ideal for carrying it with you when you're unsure on the weather. - A two-way front zipper creates customizable venting options on-the-fly. - Removable sleeves convert jacket to vest, increasing its versatility and usage capabilities in various climates and conditions. - Wrist seals prevent wind and water from creeping up at the arm openings. - High-visibility drop tail blocks wheel-spray, and reflective elements increase your visibility to motorists in low-light conditions. - Adjustable drawcord hem allows you to dial-in the fit and block-out the elements on-the-fly. - DeflectUV 50+ protects the skin against harmful UV rays. - Standard Fit is specifically designed for women and is generous and comfortable while allowing ample room to layer underneath.
Specialized Men's RockHopper Comp - 2019
Whether you've been riding trails for decades or you're just starting your XC journey, the Rockhopper Comp 29 is here to take your rides to the next level. It starts with our new A1 Aluminum frame that has optimized tube shapes that save weight while dramatically improving aesthetics. To go along with these clean new lines, the new Rockhopper also has internal cable routing to further clean up the frame. Lastly, our Sport XC 29 geometry adjusts the reach, angles, and standover height to make for an improved fit across the size range. This is sure to keep you ripping and confident while heading both up and down the trail. This Rockhopper comes with a no-nonsense spec featuring a mixed Shimano drivetrain, dependable Shimano hydraulic disc brakes, grippy Ground Control and Fast Trak tires that add traction over any trail, and an SR Suntour XCM 29 fork with our custom Multi-Circuit damping that eliminates the "pogo" feel commonly associated with coil forks. - The frame is constructed from lightweight A1 Aluminum in order to provide a compliant, durable platform to support our acclaimed XC Sport 29 Geometry. Combined, you get a bike that's more than efficient on climbs and descends just as well. - The SR Suntour XCM fork puts out 80/90/100mm (size-specific) of plush and reactive travel, provided by the coil-sprung suspension that's custom-tuned for lighter riders. - A Shimano Acera rear derailleur controls the rear shifting with durable aplomb. It shifts along a wide gear range, 11-36t, so you can ride confidently knowing that you'll always have the right gear for the hill at hand.
Specialized Turbo Men's Turbo Vado 5.0 - 2019
It's what's inside that counts, and the same rings true with the Turbo Vado 5.0. Each component, from the motor to the battery, works in perfect harmony to provide you with a fully integrated, pedal-assist-system that's the perfect accomplice to your hectic schedule. And with its modern aesthetic and feel, this Vado has truly raised the bar for e-bike design. It's you, only faster. Beginning with the integrated Specialized 1.3 motor, the Vado proves itself as the ultimate city bike. It features a silently operating design with our Custom Rx Street tune that takes the output and makes it the most usable for the urban environment. Think of it this way: The more power you put out, the more power the motor puts out, and this makes accelerations from a standstill both quick and efficient. The belt driven motor is also smooth, silent, and free of annoying vibrations. Perfect. For the Vado 5.0, we developed a custom 604 Wh battery that seamlessly integrates into the frame, is lockable, and easily removable for simplified charging. In other words, there's plenty of juice to take you to and from work, a trip to the grocery store, or even to that new café on the other side of the city. If you wish to see exactly how far you can go on a charge, have a look at our Turbo Range Calculator for more exact estimates. We also developed a custom 2.2-inch smart computer that lets you view your battery level and toggle various ride metrics such as speed, distance, and time. You can also peruse these screens via the custom handlebar remote without ever removing your hands from the bars. To top off all of these innovative features, we chose a high-end spec, so you'll find Shimano XT/SLX 11-speed components, Shimano XT hydraulic disc brakes, racks, and fenders. It's ready to take your riding to the next level. - The Vado features a lightweight alloy frame that's been designed with our Fitness/Transportation Geometry. - The Vado's Specialized 1.3 motor with Rx Street Tune is fully integrated with the frame, and it's also been custom-tuned for city riding. It intuitively reacts to the force of your pedaling, so the harder you pedal, the more power it delivers. And with an internal belt drive design, it does this without added vibration for the smoothest and most silent ride possible. - We made the custom 604 Wh battery to be fully integrated with the frame, removable for easy charging, and lockable for added security. It communicates with the display and has multiple modes to maximize the overall efficiency and range. - Max Top Speed: 28 mph / 45 km/h
Specialized Women's Pitch - 2019
We've all felt the compulsion to break-free from our day-to-day routine, especially when it comes to riding. Sure, laps around town are fun, but compared to the freedom of getting out in the woods or on country roads, life on the pavement starts to look pretty mundane. Lucky for you, our Women's Pitch 27.5 unlocks the potential of your ride. With a light aluminum frame and our Women's Sport Trail 27.5 Geometry, you'll be feeling comfortable and confident regardless of the terrain. And with corrosion-resistant hardware and kickstand compatibility, this Pitch provides the long-term durability and ease-of-use that every bike should strive for. Question is—where will you take it? - The frame is constructed from lightweight A1 Premium Aluminum in order to provide a compliant, durable platform to support our acclaimed Sport Trail 27.5 Geometry. Combined, you get a bike that's extremely versatile for both climbing and descending. - Custom SR Suntour XCT fork features 80/100mm (size-specific) of coil-sprung suspension travel that swings well above its weight class. - A Shimano Tourney TX rear derailleur is built with durability in mind, so you can rest assured that you'll have a reliable shifting partner for the long trails ahead.
Specialized S-Works Men's Epic - 2019
$9,017.94 $10,020.00 10% Off
With more World Championship titles, Olympic medals, and Cape Epic wins than you can count, the S-Works Epic truly is the fastest XC bike on the planet. Fast and flat, rowdy and technical, punchy and hard—no matter the course, it's the best tool to get you to the top of the podium. Race courses have evolved over the past few years. They're more technical, steeper, and more challenging to ride. But instead of quivering in our boots, we saw this as an opportunity to make something special—something that both World Cup athletes and XC riders alike can instantly feel the benefit from. We looked at the sum of parts that make a bike handle well, like the head angle, reach, stack, chainstay length, fork offset, etc., and reevaluated all of it. Increasing the reach made a bike that was more stable at speed and generally more comfortable to ride. Dropper posts? Yep, those fit, and not just a short-travel XC option, but full-length droppers that fit in the 30.9mm seat tube. Head angle? We slacked that out, but not without evaluating the overall handling package. It now lands on a custom offset, 42mm fork that works with the slacker head angle in order to behave itself in tight corners and through switchbacks. Next comes Brain 2.0. The original Brain changed the way the bike world looked at suspension, both in its inefficiencies and benefits alike. And oh, was it good. It won races and put a flag in the ground for us as a true leader in innovation and suspension development, but we knew that we could make it better. Simple physics told us that, by moving the Brain closer to the rear axle, it would be in the most sensitive spot. And after countless hours with the RockShox team, the Brain became more than just a slight upgrade. It's totally reborn. Now, it reacts seamlessly to bump forces, it has much more consistent damping performance, and finally, it integrates the hoses into the suspension links. This, in turn, improves oil paths, and it creates an incredibly sleek package that outperforms anything on the market. The Epic also has a rider Rider-First Engineered design that places complex carbon pieces in all the right places, and this greatly increases stiffness in the front-end for a vast improvement in ride quality and control. To go along with this, each frame size has size-specific tubes that result in the stiffest, best riding XC bike we've ever developed—no matter the frame size. And while stiffness, Brain technology, and geometry features are cool and all, we know what you're thinking, 'What about weight?' We're glad you asked. With the goal of the new Epic to be the fastest XC mountain bike we've ever made, weight was at the top of our priorities list. We started with an efficient frame layout and tube shapes that feature clean cable routing, integrated channels through the shock extension, straight tubes with fewer curves, and optimized torsion profiles in every section. And, if you're curious, this weight savings is equivalent to shedding a chainstay and shock extension from the previous Epic—nearly 350 grams. For this S-Works model, we spared no expense with the build, so it features a custom RockShox SID World Cup fork w/ Brain Fade, a 12-speed SRAM XX1 Eagle groupset, powerful SRAM Level Ultimate brakes, and hand-built, featherweight Roval Control SL wheels. - S-Works FACT 12m carbon fiber frame is the best combination of stiffness, strength, and light overall weight, resulting in the utmost efficiency and speed. Meanwhile, the new geometry, RockShox Brain shock, and 100mm of travel make the Epic the best handling, fastest XC bike you've ever been on. - Our custom RockShox SID WC fork with Brain features a full-carbon upper, top-adjust Brain Fade, and a custom offset, making it the perfect match to the new Epic. - The Roval Control SL carbon wheels are the ultimate XC wheelset. They feature a 25mm internal width for optimal grip and rolling resistance, a strong, hookless bead rim construction, and weigh-in around a scant 1320g.
Specialized Men's Pitch Comp - 2019
Over the course of your rides, you've surely felt the call of a trail or two along the way. And as long as you're on an ill-equipped bike for the occasion, this call goes unanswered. That's a bummer, or rather, it was until now. With the Pitch Comp, you get a bike that features an even temperament for whatever kind of terrain you're up for riding. It has a light aluminum construction that's durable and compliant, while our Sport Trail 27.5 Geometry ensures that you'll remain both comfortable and confident over any terrain. Add in corrosion-resistant hardware and plenty of front suspension, and you'll be ready to ride wherever your will takes you. - The frame is constructed from lightweight A1 Premium Aluminum in order to provide a compliant, durable platform to support our acclaimed Sport Trail 27.5 Geometry. Combined, you get a bike that's extremely versatile, making it equally capable on the climbs and descents. - Custom SR Suntour 27.5 fork features our Multi-Circuit Damping technology to eliminate any "pogo" effect by delivering 80/100mm (size-specific) of hydraulic damped suspension and rebound that smooths out rough terrain. - The smooth-shifting 9-speed Shimano Acera rear derailleur, combined with an 11-34t cassette, has the bike ready to climb just as well as it rolls along the flats.
Specialized Men's Epic Hardtail Comp - 2019
Cross country courses are nothing like they used to be. Today's tracks have more in common with trail riding than the pancake flat NORBA courses of yesteryear. For this reason, we threw away the hardtail rulebook and drafted our own chapter to create the Epic Hardtail Comp. We took a revolutionary new frame design and spec'd it specifically for the rigors of racing contemporary XC courses. It's one of the lightest frames we've ever made, tipping the scales around 1175g. And to make it this light, we built the entire frame from our superlative FACT 11m carbon fiber, and then we took some cues from our road bikes. We borrowed the Rider-First Engineered concept that originated with the Tarmac. Now, the frame design applies specificity to every tube size and carbon layup for every frame size. This creates the optimal balance of rigidity, weight, and responsiveness, so every frame, regardless of size, performs just as we intended. We've also tweaked the geometry for more speed and stability by slacking-out the head tube angle, lengthening the top tube, and correcting the seat tube angle. This way, it feels more planted than ever, and frankly, it's stupid fast. We also widened the rear spacing to 12x148mm and included internal split-housing cable routing. For the build, this Epic takes value to new heights with a custom-tuned RockShox Reba RL fork, 12-speed SRAM NX Eagle shifting, and fast rolling Roval Control Alloy wheels. - By pairing a FACT 11m carbon fiber frame with our XC 29 Geometry, this Epic places a focus on revolutionary tube angles and light overall weight for explosive speed and nimble handling on the race circuit. - The RockShox Reba RL 29 fork offers up 90/100mm of smooth travel, while easily accessible compression and rebound adjusts permit you to customize the feel according to the terrain at hand. - One-by 12-speed shifting is provided by a durable SRAM NX Eagle component spec.
Specialized Men's Diverge Expert X1 - 2019
If you're like us, the last thing that you want is your bike holding you back from having the ride of your life. If you see rough roads or flowy singletrack, we want you to ride it, not think, "That looks fun, but I can't do it on this bike." We're tired of our fun being restricted, and that's why we developed the new Diverge Expert X1. Now, you can get out there and not only explore new roads, but entirely new rides—we promise that the bike won't be a limiting factor. The Diverge is more capable than ever. And with the constant goal to best meet your needs, we took your number one request into account—tire clearance. The new frame will comfortably fit up to 700x42mm tires or 650b x 47mm tires. Along with tire clearance, weight was a large factor in the development, and taking some design cues from the development of the Roubaix, we developed a FACT 9r carbon frame that's one of the lightest in its category. Next up, we moved away from a traditional 'cross geometry, instead opting for something that hasn't been seen before—our Open Road Geometry. You can think of it as a road version of modern trail bike geometry. It provides playful handling and predictable steering for endless dirt skids and mid-corner drifts. The geo features a bottom bracket that's over a half-centimeter lower than the previous Diverge, a slacked-out head tube angle, short chainstays, and a short wheelbase. These changes make for a bike that's not only fun in the dirt, but also performs well on the road. And while riding gravel and dirt roads on a road bike may add to the adventure, there's only so much that wider tires with lower pressures can absorb, in terms of bumps. With this in mind, we implemented a new version of our Future Shock into the Diverge design. It not only soaks up bumps with ease, but also adds the benefit of extremely predictable handling. That's because the wheelbase isn't lengthening when you hit a bump, so the front end of the Diverge keeps the same effective head tube angle. In other words, when you dive hard into a turn, you won't be surprised by under-steer or sloppy handling. Unlike the original Future Shock (found on the Roubaix), the Diverge's version features a progressive spring that makes this technology more suitable for off-road applications, where stiffer suspension is often needed to soak-up larger bumps and obstacles. To add to its multifaceted talents, we topped it off with three water bottle mounts, mounts for racks and fenders, and our Road SWAT™ kit that fits a tube, CO2, CO2 head, valve extender, and money clip. So while it's one of the most smile-inducing bikes you'll ever ride, it's equally adept at commuting or even bikepacking. And for the spec, we made a no-compromise build, with a full SRAM Force 1 groupset with hydraulic disc brakes, Roval C38 carbon wheels, and fast-rolling 700x38mm Sawtooth tires. - The FACT 9r carbon frame features our adventure-bound Open Road Geometry, Future Shock Progressive suspension with 20mm of travel, and front/rear thru-axles, making it the ultimate tool for your next adventure. - The lightweight FACT carbon fork is plenty stiff, aiding in handling and a light overall weight. - Yep, that's right—carbon wheels on an Expert-level bike. The Roval C38 Disc carbon wheels bring performance to the masses. They're lightweight, durable, and ready for your next adventure.
Specialized Utility Flannel - 2019
When adventure calls, our Utility Flannel answers. It's made from an easygoing blend of our VaporRize knit fabrics, polyester, and wool, so it's soft and warming, no matter if you're riding or hanging out by the campfire. Meanwhile, the cut is generous, so you're able to layer either under or over it with ease. And when it comes to casual outdoor style, it's impossible to beat the classic design found here. The only thing is, no one will be able to tell that it's built to ride. - VaporRize knit fabrics are blended with polyester and wool (9%) in order to provide an authentic feel with the performance benefits of moisture management, breathability, and light insulation. - One chest and one rear pocket leave you with ample room to store your ride essentials. - Convertible reflective trim details increase your visibility to motorists and other riders in low-light conditions. - Deflect UV 50+ protects your skin from harmful, ultraviolet rays.
Specialized Therminal Long Sleeve Jersey - 2019
Depending on where you ride, you might wear a heavy-duty jacket a few times a year, but a long sleeve jersey like our Therminal Long Sleeve Jersey has the potential to be worn on every ride. This jersey is made from our Therminal fabric, which is designed to both insulate and manage moisture buildup. To do so, it has a brushed fleece interior with a light loft that pulls moisture away from skin to evaporate it at the material's surface. This loft also has the added benefit of insulation, which occurs by trapping tiny pockets of warmth between the skin and the fabric. The result? Consistent warmth that doesn't come with the risk of overheating. Keeping with this theme, the jersey has a pop collar to keep the wind off of your neck and out of the jersey. In terms of fit, the Therminal features our Standard Fit, which means that it'll lie close to the body, while still allowing ample room for layering underneath. And for storage, you'll find three back expansion pockets and one zippered security pocket to hold all of your ride essentials. - Therminal fabrics feature remarkable insulating properties, astounding levels of breathability and moisture management, and a lightweight, brushed back fleece that's soft against the skin. - Three back expansion pockets and one zippered security pocket provide plenty of safe and secure storage for your ride essentials and electronics. - Full-length front zipper allows you to dump heat on-the-fly. - The pop collar provides an extra layer of protection against the elements. - Reflective elements increase your visibility to motorists in low-light conditions. - DeflectUV 50+ protects against harmful UV rays. - Standard Fit is generous, so it fits close to the body without being constricting.
Specialized XC Lite Gloves - 2018
Specialized's XC Lite Gloves are just the thing for riders who prefer super-light, full-finger gloves. With non-padded, single-layer Clarino synthetic-leather palms, there's nothing between you, your bars, and the trail so you have unbelievable control. Meanwhile, the stretch uppers sport race-worthy flexibility and breathability, while the soft terry thumbs let you wipe your face. And, the slip-on cuffs hold fast and move with you for maximum comfort.
Specialized Men's Diverge Pro - 2019
If you believe that a wandering heart and a healthy sense of exploration shouldn't come at the cost of five mortgage payments, we're with you and so is the new Diverge Pro. The Diverge is more capable than ever. And with the constant goal to best meet your needs, we took your number one request into account—tire clearance. The new frame will comfortably fit up to 700x42mm tires or 650b x 47mm tires. Along with tire clearance, weight was a large factor in the development and taking some design cues from the development of the Roubaix, we developed a sub-900-gram FACT 9r carbon frame that's one of the lightest in the category. Actually, it's pretty damn light, even if your intent was more Polka Dot Jersey than hunter's plaid flannel. Next up, we moved away from a traditional 'cross geometry, instead opting for something that hasn't been seen before—our Open Road Geometry. You can think of it as a road version of modern trail bike geometry. It provides playful handling and predictable steering for endless dirt skids and mid-corner drifts. The geo features a bottom bracket that's over a half-centimeter lower than the previous Diverge, a slacked-out head tube angle, short chainstays, and a short wheelbase. These changes make for a bike that's not only fun in the dirt but also performs well on the road. And while riding gravel and dirt roads on a road bike may add to the adventure, there's only so much that wider tires with lower pressures can absorb, in terms of bumps. With this in mind, we implemented a new version of our Future Shock into the Diverge design. It not only soaks up bumps with ease but also adds the benefit of extremely predictable handling. That's because the wheelbase isn't lengthening when you hit a bump, so the front end of the Diverge keeps the same effective head tube angle. In other words, when you dive hard into a turn, you won't be surprised by under-steer or sloppy handling. Unlike the original Future Shock (found on the Roubaix), the Diverge's version features a progressive spring that makes this technology more suitable for off-road applications, where stiffer suspension is often needed to soak-up larger bumps and obstacles. For the spec, you'll find the intersection of high performance and pure grit, with a Shimano Ultegra Di2 groupset, hydraulic disc brakes, a Praxis Zayante Carbon crankset, and carbon Roval CL32 Disc wheels. - The FACT 9r carbon frame features our adventure-bound Open Road Geometry, Future Shock Progressive suspension with 20mm of travel, and front/rear thru-axles, making it the ultimate tool for your next adventure. - The lightweight FACT carbon fork is plenty stiff, aiding in handling and a light overall weight. - Shimano's Ultegra Di2 with hydraulic disc brakes not only offers exceptionally smooth, crisp shifts, but it provides incredible stopping power and modulation.
Specialized Men's Rockhopper Expert - 2019
$858.94 $1,010.00 15% Off
The Rockhopper Expert 29 is the perfect bike to begin your dive into the XC world. That's because we built it to be light, durable, and exceedingly capable, but how we did it is almost as fun as riding it. It starts with our new A1 SL alloy frame that features Boost QR 141 spacing, internal cable routing, and optimized tube shapes that save weight and give clean lines to the frame. Lastly, our Sport XC 29 geometry adjusts the reach, angles, and standover height to make for an improved fit across the size range. This is sure to keep you ripping and confident while heading both up and down the trail. This Rockhopper comes spec'd with a mix of durable Shimano components, powerful Shimano hydraulic disc brakes, a grippy Ground Control front tire, a Fast Trak at the rear, and an SR Suntour XCR-Air fork with just the right amount of travel. - The frame is constructed from lightweight A1 SL Aluminum in order to provide a compliant, durable platform to support our acclaimed XC Sport 29 Geometry. Combined, you get a bike that's more than efficient on climbs and descends just as well. - SR Suntour XCR-Air fork features 80/90/100mm (size-specific) of suspension travel that swings well above its weight class. - Shimano Deore rear derailleur provides crisp, reliable shifting that you can count on when the going gets rough. With it, you'll be able to precisely move through the wide gear range to make cruising the flats almost as easy climbing those hills.
Specialized Women's Rockhopper - 2019
We've been there. The trail can be a pretty intimidating place at first. Intimidating, that is, until you find the right bike to start ripping on. And in our opinion, this bike is the Women's Rockhopper—the perfect ride for you to find your confidence on the trail. It starts with our new A1 Aluminum frame that has optimized tube shapes that save weight while dramatically improving aesthetics. To go along with these clean new lines, the new Rockhopper also has internal cable routing to further clean up the frame. Lastly, our Sport XC 29 geometry adjusts the reach, angles, and standover height to make for an improved fit across the size range. This is sure to keep you ripping and confident while heading both up and down the trail. This Rockhopper comes with a build spec that places an emphasis on reliability. This means that it features a full Shimano drivetrain, no-fuss mechanical disc brakes, grippy Ground Control Sport and Fast Trak tires that add traction over any trail, and an SR Suntour XCT 29 fork with our custom Rx Tune and Multi-Circuit damping that eliminates the "pogo" feel commonly associated with coil forks. You'll also find that we paid special attention to the needs of female riders, which is why every width and length of the components is tailored to women, while the Body Geometry Myth Sport saddle is sure to deliver comfort, mile after mile along the trail. - The frame is constructed from lightweight A1 Aluminum in order to provide a compliant, durable platform to support our acclaimed XC Sport 29 Geometry. Combined, you get a bike that's more than efficient on climbs and descends just as well. - SR Suntour XCT fork features 80/90/100mm (size-specific) of coil-sprung suspension travel that swings well above its weight class. - The Shimano rear derailleur is built with durability in mind, so you can rest assured that you'll have a reliable shifting partner for the long trails ahead.
Specialized S-Works S-Works Ruby Di2 - 2019
Smoother is indeed faster, and we're excited to show you just how much faster it is with the S-Works Ruby with Dura-Ace Di2. The frame is among the lightest that we've ever made, and it's been constructed from our top-end FACT 11r carbon fiber. Its stiffness levels are also off the charts and, compared to the SL4 iteration of yesteryear, you'll experience a whole new, faster, and more efficient geometry. Through some engineering sorcery, however, we've managed to keep the same fit, feel, and position that we've all come to love from the SL4's Women's Endurance Geometry. Of course, you're probably thinking, 'get on to the suspension thing up front.' We call it Future Shock, and essentially, it's a piston in the head tube with 20mm of travel. We developed this technology in partnership with McLaren Applied Technologies, and the results of this are a host of drastic performance improvements, namely in the vertical compliance department. Without giving a physics lecture, we found that focusing on vertical compliance, instead of fork splay meant that we could improve smoothness, speed, and comfort in one fell swoop. And of all the bikes that we've tested with our Rolling Efficiency Model, the new Ruby outperforms anything on the market. Lastly, we spec'd it with some drool-inducing components like Shimano's new Dura-Ace Di2, hydraulic disc brakes, hand-built Roval CLX 32 Disc wheels, and a whole host of women's-specific features, from the handlebar width to the saddle. - Featuring our Rider-First Engineered design that ensures every frame size has the same legendary responsiveness and smooth ride quality that you'd expect from a Ruby. The S-Works FACT 11r frameset is our highest quality carbon frame, offering the ideal blend of light overall weight and targeted stiffness, while the all-new Future Shock "suspension" system at the cockpit delivers a revolutionary degree of comfort and control. - The S-Works Ruby Disc fork is built from our extraordinary FACT 11r carbon fiber for the lightest possible weight, supreme stiffness, strength, and reactivity, while a thru-axle design only stands to bolster all of the above. - The Roval CLX 32 wheelset is the perfect balance of light weight, durability, and aerodynamics. It's stiff enough for sprinting, strong enough for abuse, and its CeramicSpeed bearings keep things silky-smooth.
Specialized Turbo Men's Vado 3.0 - 2019
If you can characterize your life as on-the-go, busy, or not having enough time, Specialized made a bike just for you—the Turbo Vado 3.0. It's made to accommodate busy lives that are always in movement, which is why they took their proven Turbo pedal-assist technology and accelerated it into the future. The Turbo Vado 3.0 features a custom 250-watt motor and 460Wh battery that are fully integrated with the bike and specifically tuned for city riding, and in the case of the battery, it doesn't require any tools for removal, so it's super easy to remove from the bike for charging. The 3.0 iteration of the Vado's battery is perfectly suited to urban environments and short trips. The tune, meanwhile, is meant to be as efficient as possible for quick, spontaneous efforts that are demanded when riding in the city. Specialized also made sure that it's totally compatible with Bluetooth, so you can toggle between battery modes to increase your range in real time via the Mission Control App. There are three battery modes to work with in order to maximize the battery life, and with the app, you can even plot your course and the battery will adjust while you're riding to make sure that you get through your ride on one charge. - The Vado's motor is fully integrated with the frame and features a 250-watt output. It's also been custom-tuned for city riding, and it intuitively reacts to the force of your pedaling. So the harder you pedal, the more power it delivers. And with an internal belt drive design, it does this without added vibration for the smoothest and most silent ride possible. - A custom 2.2-inch LCD digital display enables you to monitor all of your ride data in real time. It also connects the Mission Control App via Bluetooth, so you have full control over the tune, modes, range, and much more. - Specialized made the custom 460Wh battery to be fully integrated with the frame, removable for easy charging, and lockable for added security. It can communicate with the display and has multiple modes to maximize the overall efficiency and range.
Specialized Women's BG Sport Long Finger Gloves - 2017
Add a load of comfort to your rides with Specialized's Women's BG Sport Long Finger Gloves. They boast Specialized's Body Geometry padding that soaks up road and trail vibrations, while the stretchy mesh uppers breathe to keep you comfortable and dry. The Velcro closures offer a custom fit and the synthetic-leather palms add comfort and a great grip. You also get absorbent thumbs for face wiping.
Specialized Alibi - 2019
How many times have you been ready to ride, only to be confronted with a flat tire? Well, Specialized's Alibi wants you to be pumped up to ride, not pumping up your tires. That's why it comes with tires that don't need any air at all. That's right, you can kiss your pump goodbye, and more importantly, you can say goodbye to ever having a flat tire again. They also designed an anti-rust chain for this bike that removes the need for regular dirty, grimy maintenance, plus a super comfortable Body Geometry saddle and grips that are 100% designed for women. The Alibi is always ready to ride, so consider it the perfect partner on your path to a fitter, better you. - The hard-working, sturdy A1 Premium Aluminum frame is light and durable, and it also features rack and fender mounts for easy portage and dry riding in wet conditions. You'll also find that it's engineered with Specialized's Fitness Geometry, meaning that you'll go fast with maximum efficiency, but without the discomfort of an aggressive ride position. After all, the more comfortable you are, the longer you'll ride. - The Alibi's anti-rust chain keeps rolling smoothly, even after a couple of confrontations with the elements, so you can spend more time riding and less time fixing. - There's never a good time for a puncture, which is why the Nimbus Airless tires feature a puncture-proof core, offering incredible traction without the hassle of changing a tube. - Gender: Women's
Specialized Women's Therminal Mountain Jersey - 2019
Keeping warm shouldn't mean that you have to trade the look and feel of your summer gear for nerdy tech jackets. As we see it, most of us reach for a good old hoodie when the temperature drops, so why not replicate it for the bike? This is where our Women's Therminal Mountain Jersey comes in. This jersey is made from our Therminal fabric, which is designed to both insulate and manage moisture buildup. To do so, it has a brushed fleece interior with a light loft that pulls moisture away from skin to evaporate it at the material's surface. This loft also has the added benefit of insulation, which occurs by trapping tiny pockets of warmth between the skin and the fabric. The result? Consistent warmth that doesn't come with the risk of overheating. Keeping with this theme, the jersey features thumb holes on the wrist cuffs in order to extend the coverage over the top of the hand, as well as a three-panel hood with an adjustable drawcord. In terms of fit, the Therminal features our Standard Fit that's designed specifically for women, which means that it'll lie close to the body, while still allowing ample room for layering underneath. And for storage, you'll find two hand pockets and one zippered side pocket. - Therminal fabrics feature remarkable insulating properties, astounding levels of breathability and moisture management, and a lightweight, brushed back fleece that's soft against the skin. - Two front hand pockets and one zippered side pocket keep your hands warm and provide room for your small essentials and electronics. - Full-length front zipper allows you to dump heat on-the-fly. - Three-panel hood protects your head against the elements. - Thumbholes on wrist cuffs add extra coverage and protection from the cold. - DeflectUV 50+ protects against harmful UV rays. - Standard Fit is generous, so it fits close to the body without being constricting.
Specialized Women's Tarmac Disc Comp - 2019
Ripping corners, sticking it to friends on the road, cruising down the highway—no matter how you ride, the Women's Tarmac Disc Comp delivers in spades. It houses many of the features found in its S-Works siblings, so you'll have the ride of your life. In order to cut some grams from the Tarmac, but to also ensure that it's stiff and compliant in exactly the right places, we took major steps to improving our Rider-First Engineered technology. From different layup schedules and materials, to visibly different forks, we scrutinized every single aspect of the Tarmac to ensure you're getting the perfect ride. With this revamp, we also updated the geometry, basing it on countless Retül data points and professional rider input. This enabled us to develop a Performance Road Geometry that perfects the combination of a responsive front-end and short wheelbase, which delivers instantaneous response and optimal power transfer. And while stiffness aids in the aforementioned, compliance must also be utilized for an optimal ride quality. That's why we dropped the seatstays, and altered the seat tube shape. We also added tire clearance up to 30mm. This allows lower pressures for decreased rolling resistance, increased traction, and more comfort. Altogether, these additions still have the Tarmac riding like a true race-machine, but it also takes a bit of the sting out of road imperfections. You'll thank us on your next long ride. But why disc brakes? The real question is "why not?" They offer superior braking power and modulation, work exceptionally well in wet weather, and offer a very, very minor weight addition. All this means that you have more control and can go faster with more confidence. We also know, however, that aerodynamic improvements are the most important thing we can do to make you faster. Our Boels-Dolmans Pro Tour riders, after all, are demanding aero improvements on every bike. With this, the aero goal was to discover where we could essentially "add aero for free," by not taking anything away from the hallmarks of the Tarmac design. During the six-month iterative process, three areas were discovered where we could do this—a new fork shape and dropped seatstays with aero tubes. This Women's Tarmac comes with a no-fuss spec that includes Shimano Ultegra mechanical shifting, quick-stopping hydraulic disc brakes, durable DT R470 Disc wheels, and a host of women's-specific pieces at every touchpoint on the bike, like a superlative Oura Pro saddle. - Featuring our Rider-First Engineered design that ensures every frame size has the same legendary climbing responsiveness and descending prowess you'd expect from a Tarmac. The FACT 8r frame is the perfect blend of value and performance. - Shimano's no-fuss Ultegra shifting with hydraulic disc brakes provides precise shifting and plenty of stopping power. - DT R470 Disc wheels feature reliable, sealed cartridge hubs, and 24 front and rear spokes that keeps weight low and durability high.
Specialized SL R Bib Shorts - 2019/2020
There's quite a few boxes that your 'favorite pair of bib shorts" must check. The chamois has to be perfect—soft to touch, foam in all the right places, and perfect shape. And the materials must be compressive, yet still comfortable while being sized correctly. It's been a lengthy process, but we're happy to say that the SL Race Bib Shorts check all the right boxes. The pre-molded, triple-density foam Body Geometry Contour 3D Chamois is contoured to perfectly match the curvature of your body, all while being soft and supportive in all the right places. The other part of the comfort equation is the extremely stretchy, soft bib straps paired with a soft four-way stretch fabric. On the performance side, the same four-way stretch fabric also features plenty of compression, for long days in the saddle. The three-inch-tall silicone cuff also ensures that your bibs stay in place in a variety of conditions. - Compressive four-way stretch fabric provides ample leg support, comfort, and a soft hand. - The open suspender construction is designed to keep the bibs in place without constricting the upper body. Stretchy elastic suspenders are extremely plush and soft against the skin and they accommodate taller torso lengths with ease. - Silicone-infused, 3-inch-tall fabric cuff provides a gentle, secure hold on the legs for the perfect, shift-free fit. - Articulated design ensures the perfect fit while in the riding position. - Reflective elements increase your visibility to motorists in low-light conditions. - UPF 50+ rating protects your skin from harmful ultraviolet rays. - Triple-density-foam, Performance Body Geometry Contour 3D Chamois is pre-molded to match the shape of the body for exceptional comfort. - Slim Fit with an 11" inseam (size Medium).
Specialized Demo Pro Long Sleeve Jersey - 2019
If you're tackling the trail with the throttle wide open, you're bound to take a few spills—sorry, it's just a fact of life. This, however, doesn't mean that your clothes need to be made out of stuffy, military-grade canvas, but they do need to be both durable and comfortable. With this in mind, we sought to find the happy medium, and did so with our Demo Long Sleeve Jersey. It's made from our venerable VaporRize fabrics, only we used a knit construction for this jersey, due to its strength and durability. This way, you won't find yourself back here searching for a new jersey every time you take a tumble over the weekend. But just as importantly, this fabric selection combines the aforementioned strength with breathability in an eco friendly fabric that's constructed with recycled S.Café coffee yarns that wick away moisture, dry fast, and neutralize odors, so you won't feel clammy and hot while you're riding. And as you were probably wondering, this jersey features our Relaxed Mountain Bike Fit, so it's purposefully designed to be generous, comfortable, and leaves plenty of room for elbow pads and light armor. - VaporRize fabric is made from environmentally-friendly recycled S.Cafe coffee yarns that dry quickly and neutralize odor.. - Crew neck collar keeps things casual and comfortable. - Deflect UV 50+ protects your skin from harmful, ultraviolet rays. - Regular Mountain Bike Fit is generous and comfortable
Specialized Enduro Jersey - 2019
A quality jersey shouldn't set you back a quarter of your monthly rent. And with this in mind, we created the Enduro jersey. It's made from our high-end VaporRize fabric that's light, airy, breathable, and incredible at wicking sweat away from the body. And for the eco-conscious among us, it also has the added benefit of being made from environmentally-friendly recycled coffee and carbon yarns. But more than just a feel good sentence to talk about over coffee (before you compost it), these features actually work to accelerate moisture management and to neutralize odors. With the fabric dialed-in, we set about creating a fit that'll work for riders over the entire mountain—not too loose, not too tight—and we'd like to think that we nailed it. You'll find the roominess to be just right, and there's still plenty of room for light pads or body armor. And to round things out, you'll find a comfortably casual crew neck collar. - VaporRize fabric is made from environmentally-friendly recycled S.Café coffee yarns that dry quickly and neutralize odor.. - Crew neck collar keeps things casual and comfortable. - Deflect UV 30 protects your skin from harmful, ultraviolet rays. - Regular Mountain Bike Fit is generous and comfortable.
Specialized Enduro Pro Shorts - 2019
When riding trail, you not only need a pair of shorts that can take a beating, but you also need some that are going to keep you comfortable throughout your entire ride, and house all of your essentials. You need the Enduro Pro Shorts. To make sure of it, we made them from a woven version of our lightweight and ultra-breathable VaporRize fabrics. As a result, the shorts are more than tough enough to take repeated spills while you're finding your line (or losing it), without sacrificing anything to comfort. Also included with our Enduro Pro Shorts is our removable SWAT bib liner. For stealth on-body cargo, we've integrated five SWAT pockets to house all of your trail essentials, putting everything you need right where you want it. And to complement the pockets, it also features our light and breathable 3D Mountain Chamois. In terms of fit, you'll find that these shorts fit nicely between our Atlas and Demo lines, meaning that they're certainly baggy but don't go over the top with it. As a result, we cut them to fall just around the bottom of the knee (about three inches shorter than the Demos) with plenty of room for light armor or kneepads. There are also side waist adjustment tabs that keep the waist where you want when the pockets are loaded. And for all-year riding, the Enduro Pro shorts have the added benefit of being treated to be water-repellant. - VaporRize woven fabrics are treated to be water-repellant, while remaining durable, stretchy, and lightweight for peace of mind on the trail. - Two zippered pockets provide convenient, secure space to store your trail essentials, while a SWAT access side zipper interfaces seamlessly with SWAT bib shorts for immediate access to your gear and nutrition. - Laser perforated venting adds sophisticated points of ventilation that don't detract from the durability or performance of the shorts. - Side waist adjustment tabs ensure that the fit of the shorts is easily customizable and dialed-in, even when your pockets are loaded. - Deflect UV 50+ protects your skin from harmful ultraviolet rays. - 13.5" inseam (size 34 waist) fall low around the knee for a roomy fit that leaves plenty of room for pads. - Removable liner with SWAT and 3D Mountain chamois is light and breathable, while the chamois effectively relieves pressure on the soft tissue and encourages proper blood flow.
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(The Best Years in Life) In an earlier article, we discussed the dangers of hormone replacement therapy. In this article, we will explore some of your safer, natural alternatives.
When you're looking for natural alternatives to hormone replacement therapy, it's best to start with your plate. Junk food junkies may experience more pronounced menopausal symptoms than those who choose to eat healthier. A balance of fruits and vegetables, healthy fats, protein, and complex carbohydrates offer your body the nutrition it needs to keep up with the physical and mental changes associated with menopause.
When your estrogen levels fluctuate, it can cause your body to hold on to fat. If that wasn't bad enough, fat actually produces estrogen, which can create even more fat. Without exercise, this cycle continues until the weight becomes especially difficult to lose. A combination of aerobic exercise, strength training, and stretching can help smooth your transition by reducing hot flashes, improving your mood, and increasing those essential periods of restful sleep.
If you have a high-stress lifestyle, you may experience additional disruptions in your hormone balance, which may be caused by poor thyroid function, blood and sugar imbalances, and poor digestive health. Balance those stressful moments by practicing deep breathing. This can be done in the form of meditation or by simply training yourself to take deep, restorative breaths throughout your day.
Red clover has been shown to reduce hot flashes, bone loss, and vaginal dryness. A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study published in Gynecological Endocrinology showed that, compared with placebo, red clover isoflavones significantly decreased the symptoms of menopause and had a positive effect on vaginal cytology and triglyceride levels.
Black cohosh has been used for centuries to relieve anxiety, hot flashes, vaginal dryness, and night sweats. A clinical study cited by the University of Maryland Medical Center showed that black cohosh was more effective at relieving hot flashes and night sweats than the antidepressant, Prozac.
This water-soluble B vitamin contains gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), an essential fatty acid that may help influence prostaglandin synthesis while decreasing the breast tenderness, bloating, and mood swings associated with menopause.
Damiana is an herbal aphrodisiac that has been shown to revive sexual interest when a flagging libido and vaginal dryness get in the way. It also exhibits properties that may relieve mild depression, reduce hot flashes, improve nervous system function, and boost the immune system.
These alternatives to hormone replacement therapy can offer you the natural menopause relief you want without the potential dangers and side effects of prescription drugs.
If you have a history of reproductive disorders, breast or uterine cancer, have gone through surgical menopause, or have a bleeding disorder or are on blood thinners, talk with your doctor before using natural menopause supplements.
NAC SUSTAIN® is in a bilayer Quick Release / Sustained Release format of N-ACETYL-L-CYSTEINE (NAC), a powerful antioxidant amino acid and a precursor to the critical antioxidant glutathione.* Glutathione exerts a variety of protective effects, including detoxification and intracellular defense against oxidative stress.


Big Brother Naija (BBnaija) 2018 second runner-up, Tobi Bakre, has finally spoken on the leaked indecent photo he purportedly took when in bed with fellow former housemate and rumoured lover, Alex.
The Nigerian Billionaire's son, Tobi Bakre, denied the knowledge of such indecent picture while in a chat with Sunday Scoop.
"I don't know of any picture.
"Nothing has changed about my relationship with Alex. We are still good friends; that's what it is and that's what it will always be.
"I know that media usually links our name together but right now, I am focused on work.
"I am still close to former housemates that I see regularly such as Miracle and Alex.
"Within two months that I got out of the house, I have learnt several things and I try to stay around people with positive energy.
"I have learnt to keep my personal life private. It's not everything about you that the world has to know.
"Fame is fleeting and it can be gone at anytime. While you're out there, try to add value and impact the lives of people; let people know what you stand for.
"Of course, I want to entertain people, but I also want to make impact on the world.


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CALGARY — Encana Corp. says it earned a third-quarter profit of US$294 million, down from US$317 million a year ago, as revenue fell.
The Calgary-based energy company, which keeps its books in U.S. dollars, says the profit amounted to 30 cents per share for the quarter ended Sept. 30, down from 37 cents per share last year.
Revenue totalled $861 million compared with $979 million a year ago.
Meanwhile, operating earnings amounted to $24 million for the quarter, down from $32 million in the same quarter last year..
Third-quarter production amounted to 284,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day, down from 338,000 in the third quarter last year.
The drop came as natural gas production fell 29 per cent, but liquids production, which includes high-value oil and condensate, grew nine per cent.


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What is it like to be a boy raised by two women? It's not a question I think about often and one I've only asked my son a few times. He has said that boys and girls, men and women are different–a fact in his mind and one he attributes to brain chemistry even though he's never read anything about it. He is a constant blur of motion and yet he is such an astute observer that I would believe his declaration even without the scientific evidence to support it. But he has also said that he does not know what a father could provide for him that we don't and I believe him when he says that too because he has never been one to spare our feelings. My guess is that his experience of being raised by two women is a mix of thoughts and feelings, a blend of contentment with the life he knows and curiosity about the experiences of families unlike his.
A few weeks ago, we were all getting ready for dinner, moving around each other as we set the table and brought the food in from the kitchen. Sometimes, I feel the magic of family in those simple moments of good natured bickering and the sound of plates meeting the table and the clinking of silverware and that night, I felt that, the perfection of imperfect family.
Right before we sat down to eat, Miguel said, "I have a topic for conversation tonight," and we nodded and hummed and he continued, "I want to talk about reverse sexism." I burst into laughter and Luisa smiled and said, "Well, first of all, there is no such thing as reverse sexism…"
He explained that a girl at school had come up to him and said, "I would never date you because you are too short." He had not asked her out or had any interaction with her that prompted this statement and he was annoyed. She went on to say that girls like big guys who can protect them.
As his mother, I was offended on his behalf because he is cute and smart and funny and also has a black belt in martial arts. As a woman, I wanted to sit that girl down and have a long talk with her about stereotypes of both men and women. Both Luisa and I said as much but he insisted the incident with this girl was evidence of reverse sexism because she was judging him based solely on his appearance.
In the 45 minute conversation that followed, we talked about gender stereotypes, violence against women, rape culture and explained in detail systemic sexism and racism and why there is no such thing as the reverse. We talked about biases and how they hurt us all and he hung in there arguing with us, even making a strong case for using the label of humanist rather than feminist. Our daughter listened and added a few thoughts but eventually excused herself because she doesn't have the stamina for arguments that our son does.
As the conversation wound down, he brought it back to the girl who'd commented on his height, "Why is it acceptable for a girl to comment on my body and unacceptable for me to comment on hers?" And we explained that it isn't but it's also complicated. He held up his hands and said, "You are both women and our perspectives are different."
That is the essential truth here, the answer to the question of what's it like to be raised by two women. I knew in that moment that the conversation was unique to our family or families like ours. He was outnumbered. Our view of the world is connected to our experience as women and his is connected to his experience as a boy. As parents, we want him to have a greater understanding of the world he lives in and to think critically about our culture. And I believe he does and his willingness to argue with us and grapple with these issues expands our understanding as much as it does his. Our perspectives are different–will always be different–my greatest hope is that we are all better for it.
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Author: Vikki Reich Vikki writes about the intersection of contemporary lesbian life, parenthood and pop culture at her personal blog Up Popped A Fox. She is the co-director of Listen To Your Mother Twin Cities. In 2013, she completed the Foreword Writing Apprenticeship in Creative Nonfiction at the Loft Literary Center in Minneapolis and is a 2013 recipient of the Beyond the Pure Fellowship for writers. She lives in Minneapolis with her partner and two kids and, in the real world, she never speaks of herself in the third person.
i have had versions of this conversation and have wondered if they are asking the same questions in their dad's house.
kathykate says:
Timing is impeccable: wrote similar story about raising my boy in our house full of girls; my own female slant to parenting that i make no apologies for. Bravo on momming a great son.
Deborah Goldstein says:
I have some words for that girl, but they are not very lady-like.
Always love peeking into scenes at your house. You have such fantastic conversations that I wish I could access online for future reference.
How could I have missed this? For all the times I"ve seen "boys are just like girls" I have to shout out in my small space of the world, that they're not. My world will always be different from my sons, and the things he says to me he has finally come to realized are not solely my opinion, but my reality rooted in being a woman. The light went on for my son this past summer. "You're always going to say that, because you're a woman." The answer to t hat is yes, I will, because I am the first female he's had experience with, and I know the seeds of his future interactions will have my voice piping in the subconscious. I am there, because every male needs to know the perspective from a woman's world. (this was awesome, v)
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Does the Bible Really Say…that Baptism Should be Withheld from Some People?
by the Rt Revd David Gillett, Principal of Trinity College, Bristol (1988-1999) and former Bishop of Bolton (1999-2008)
Sadly, there are often stories one hears of the Church excluding people, but this is especially sad when it comes to baptism – the entry door where we welcome people into God's family.
One baptized gay friend of mine told me how his parish priest had agreed – with great reluctance – that he could be a godparent for his sister's new baby boy. However, he would not be allowed to stand around the font with the rest of his family and friends – he must stand on his own at the far corner of the church! At about the same time as he told me his experience – in June of last year – the Presbyterian Church in Ireland passed a resolution declaring that same-sex couples could not receive communion nor could their children be baptised.
Thankfully, there is another side to this story of exclusion, and many of us in increasing numbers agree with the response of the Corrymeela community to the position of the Church out of which it grew:
"Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender people – whether single or in relationships; with our families; with our friends; with our faith, doubts, experiences and insights —- are a gift of God to our society.
Corrymeela began in the Presbyterian Church in Ireland. We are now joyfully an open ecumenical community with 170 members … these decisions deny and demean those who have already suffered enough at the hands of society and Christianity…
We assert: You are dignified, welcome and safe. Your faith, families and relationships are honoured. We say this not in spite of our own belief in faith and reconciliation but because of it."
Turning to the Church of England, (which is my main focus in this article) its website strikes a fully welcoming note in reference to baptism. It tells enquirers who are looking for basic information on what the church is about:
"The Church of England welcomes all babies, children and families for christenings – whatever shape that family takes. You do not have to be married or to have been a regular churchgoer – as a parent, you do not even have to have been baptised yourself – though you could be. Everyone is welcome at their local church."
Among other gestures of open-hearted welcome, this clearly says, 'Yes' to gay and lesbian people who are parents. There is something deep in the DNA of Christian faith that impels us to receive and welcome all who come to us – our first instinct is naturally to want to extend the loving welcome of God in Christ. Of course, in the baptism service itself, the godparents or the adult candidates will go on to make a profession of faith but this follows on from the wholehearted and sincere welcome which has first been extended – the kind of welcome that Jesus demonstrated when the disciples were minded to be exclusionary in their approach. Then little children were being brought to him in order that he might lay hands on them and pray. The disciples spoke sternly to those who brought them; but Jesus said, "Let the little children come to me, and do not stop them; for it is to such as these that the kingdom of heaven belongs." (Matthew 13f)
And, speaking personally I was delighted when a gay friend of mine asked me to become a godparent to his adopted child – he is one of the best dads I know!
This declared pastoral approach in the Church of England (as in other denominations) reflects the outcome of the quick thinking which no doubt Philip had to do when the Ethiopian Eunuch made his request for baptism– 'Look, here is water! What is to prevent me from being baptized?' In this case, as the enquirer was both a eunuch and a Gentile he did not fulfill the usual requirements to which Philip was accustomed. Many would have excluded him from full involvement in the worshiping community. In Philip's eyes, following Jesus' example, the Ethiopian's difference was no bar to full inclusion. (Acts 8.26-40)
In support of this approach, the Church of England's Canon B22, Of the Baptism of Infants, explains the duty of every parish priest: 'No minister shall refuse or, save for the purpose of preparing or instructing the parents or guardians or godparents, delay to baptise any infant within his cure that is brought to the church to be baptized …' Other churches may feel free to make exclusions for LGBT people or parents but ministers in the Church of England are instructed to welcome all to the baptismal font.
However, this welcoming attitude is not reflected in every local Church of England. The website of one says to enquirers: "Again, because the child is to be baptised into the church family, any children baptised need their parents to be regular members. Our policy is not to baptise the children of unmarried parents."
This is clearly not the approach of most parish churches, but some are still hesitant, unlike Philip, when confronted with a 'new kind of enquiry.' Hesitation can so easily lead to rejection.
Happily, as this next story shows, when one priest said NO, the priest in a neighbouring parish was totally positive and welcoming in his response. This is how he recounted the story to me:
'When I received a call, I could tell that the caller was quite hesitant and nervous. I heard a voice ask if she could have her daughter christened at my church. I said Yes that would be lovely and we'd love to do that. It was then she said, "Is it ok as we are two mums? We went to another church and they were difficult. It's ok if not."'
I said we would love to christen your daughter and I look forward to meeting you all soon. The sense of delight when we all met was wonderful. It was sad to hear the rejection they experienced when approaching other churches.
It was a delight when two years later I received another call from the same couple to say they would like to have another christening – even though they'd moved. They wanted to come back because they had felt so loved and had received an amazing welcome. When the church (and therefore to many God) has been felt to say a big No, it's really wonderful to see the joy of a big Yes – and the beauty of God's welcome and inclusive love in action. Both services were a real joy to all the family and friends – but also to our congregation too.'
Such stories of welcome and celebration for the children of same sex parents are a clear outworking of the official pastoral and legal position in the Church of England.
However, there are those who wish to exclude LGBTQ+ individuals, families and their children in different ways. For some this may be because they are unclear about how to deal with the relatively new situation of civil partnerships and equal marriage. For instance, a few years ago, a priest in the south of England made the national press when he said that he was unable to cope with the request of a lesbian couple to have their child baptized because there were no appropriate columns in the baptism register for two mothers. He suggested that one should be named 'mother', the other one, 'godmother' – a suggestion that they naturally found totally unacceptable.
Fortunately, the church lawyers have subsequently made the position quite clear. The Legal Advisory Commission of the General Synod issued their opinion in 2017:
"where persons of the same sex share parental responsibility their names should both be inserted in the same gender specific column, namely Father's name or Mother's name."
If there are growing pains in how to deal with the children of same sex parents – though by now it should be fairly clear what to do in the Church of England – for some this is a more acutely theological issue when one or both within a same sex marriage ask for baptism.
For those of us who accept the inclusivity of marriage this presents no problems but allows us to rejoice with the couple in their new found faith and welcome them fully into membership of the Church. For those, however, who consider such relationships unacceptable, they may well feel constrained to refuse baptism. The legal position in such a case would be for the couple to appeal to the bishop who is likely to suggest that some other priest who is willing should be asked to conduct the baptism.
However, most churches will hopefully continue to see baptism as the sacrament of welcome, mindful of the bishops' guidelines which state:
"Those same sex couples who choose to marry should be welcomed into the life of the worshiping community and not be subjected to questioning about their lifestyle. Neither they nor any children they care for should be denied access to the sacraments.' (Pastoral Guidance on Same Sex Marriage 15/02/2014)"
We are clearly not of in the same position as the Presbyterian Church in Ireland which refuses baptism to those in a same sex marriage and to their children. On the other hand it is The United Reform Church, the Episcopal Church in Scotland, and increasingly the Methodist Church in these islands that have been leading the way out of the pastoral confusion and missionary challenges of failing to embrace a fully inclusive and welcoming vision for the whole of humanity.
Meanwhile, the situation in the Church of England is reflected in some words of the Archbishop of Canterbury: "I find myself deeply torn … On the issue of what, in English law, is called equal marriage … I personally am conservative on this. But I am equally convinced that it may be that I am wrong. I think part of Anglican theology is always an assumption that you need to go on listening. Anglican theological methodology never closes things down." (ACC 2019)
Many of us are frustrated by the Church of England's ponderously slow and drawn out process of deciding on full equality for LGBTQ+ people. At times it can seem to many that there is a deliberate policy of delay in facilitating progress towards the eventual acceptance of equal marriage. However, in contrast, there is a clear acceptance that baptism is fully inclusive. Meanwhile we are in the ironic situation where baptism, the foundation sacrament within the Church, is open to all whereas lawfully married same sex couples are barred from both a church marriage and the possibility of ordination.
The hope and prayers of an increasing number from all traditions within the Church – be they catholic, reformed, liberal or evangelical, formal or informal – are focused on full equality for LGBTQ+ people in all sacraments and ordinances from baptism through the whole of life – for themselves, their partners and their ministries.
The Rt Revd David Gillett, former Bishop of Bolton writes: 'As a Theologian-Pastor, my views, like many other Christians have developed over time since my M.Phil dissertation of 50 years ago explored approaches to sexuality in the bible. Since then I have been a lecturer at St John's College, Nottingham and Principal of Trinity College Bristol, interspersed with ministry as youth worker, vicar, peace worker, and bishop. My academic/teaching interests are in the areas of Old Testament, World Religions and Spirituality.'
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William Buggins Esq. says:
"' – a suggestion that they naturally found totally unacceptable." But as the Bible does not recognise same sex marriage anyway, that is why the vicar said that 'he was unable to cope with the request of a lesbian couple to have their child baptized because there were no appropriate columns in the baptism register for two mothers..'. Obviously, for since the inception of the Church Universal there was never any place for a same sex union in the Church..
Re baptism, as you will know then the Scriptures teach water baptism only in the context of sinners having come to repentance before a holy God and seeking forgiveness.
Further, the New Testament teaches that all men (and women) are sinners in need of salvation, and that is the God given ministry of the Church.
Graham K Smith says:
Oh, Mr Buggins, please stop following conventions invented by the Victorians, and come back to true Christianity – a faith that is based on unconditional love for everyone. Meditating on the thought that love cannot exist without God being present might help.
williambuggins says:
The Victorians invented much Graham, but writing Scripture was not one of them! The Bible inspired by the Holy Spirit makes clear that God loves us sinners but if we don't accept the way of redemption and renewal, then only God's judgment awaits us.
If you believe its all about unconditional love then why did our Lord make clear he was going to die on the Cross? If unconditional love is all that matters there was no need for the Cross.
Steve Robinson says:
In 1958 the local Vicar refused to baptise a child because Dad worked most Sundays on a Farm and could only attend church very rarely. That was the given reason anyway — the real reason was that the family lived on a council estate and the church congregation was predominantly middle class. The dad never attended church again except for the baptism of his child at the mother's home church. The dad was so ashamed that he couldn't tell his child for over 50 years that he wasn't able to get them baptised in their "home" church. Thankfully he died in God's peace as he had refound a long abandoned faith in his last days from the unbaptised child now a Baptist Minister


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