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<!--Generated by Squarespace Site Server v5.11.81 (http://www.squarespace.com/) on Tue, 07 Feb 2012 07:25:55 GMT--><feed xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/"><title>Blog</title><subtitle>Blog</subtitle><id>http://vassagomtb.com/imported-20100305135314/</id><link rel="alternate" type="application/xhtml+xml" href="http://vassagomtb.com/imported-20100305135314/"/><link rel="self" type="application/atom+xml" href="http://vassagomtb.com/imported-20100305135314/atom.xml"/><updated>2012-01-18T04:38:49Z</updated><generator uri="http://www.squarespace.com/" version="Squarespace Site Server v5.11.81 (http://www.squarespace.com/)">Squarespace</generator><entry><title>Vassago to join the Jan. 18th web censorship protest</title><id>http://vassagomtb.com/imported-20100305135314/2012/1/17/vassago-to-join-the-jan-18th-web-censorship-protest.html</id><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://vassagomtb.com/imported-20100305135314/2012/1/17/vassago-to-join-the-jan-18th-web-censorship-protest.html"/><author><name>OneGearAndBeer</name></author><published>2012-01-18T04:25:38Z</published><updated>2012-01-18T04:25:38Z</updated><content type="html" xml:lang="en-US"><![CDATA[<p>This website will join the protest on January 18th. We are not the political types, but the SOPA/PIPA bills are a scary step in the wrong direction for all of us.</p>
<p>&nbsp;For more information, we urge you to check out the links below.</p>
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<h1><a href="http://americancensorship.org/">Stop American Censorship</a></h1>
<p class="not-on-internal" style="font-size: 20px;">On <strong>Wednesday Jan. 18th</strong> <a href="http://sopastrike.com/">thousands of sites</a> will go dark to protest <a href="http://fightforthefuture.org/pipa">SOPA &amp; PIPA</a>, two US bills <a title="SOPA Countdown" href="http://sopacountdown.com/">racing through Congress</a> that threaten <a href="http://iworkfortheinternet.org/">prosperity</a>, <a href="http://trustnerds.org/">online security</a>, and <a href="http://fightforthefuture.org/pipa/">freedom of expression</a>.</p>
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<p>&nbsp;</p>]]></content></entry><entry><title>Vassago Cycles now under new ownership!</title><id>http://vassagomtb.com/imported-20100305135314/2011/12/14/vassago-cycles-now-under-new-ownership.html</id><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://vassagomtb.com/imported-20100305135314/2011/12/14/vassago-cycles-now-under-new-ownership.html"/><author><name>OneGearAndBeer</name></author><published>2011-12-14T18:41:06Z</published><updated>2011-12-14T18:41:06Z</updated><content type="html" xml:lang="en-US"><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: center;"><strong style="font-size: 120%;">The NEW Vassago is launching January 2012!</strong></p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">VassagoCycles.com</span> is now <span style="text-decoration: underline;">VassagoMTB.com</span>.</p>
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<p>With our new location, new products and  new management, we are excited to start 2012 with a bang! Our new office  will be officially opening on January 1st, 2012.</p>
<p>Though we have not yet officially opened the doors, we have received a flood of calls and emails regarding the changes to the company. Our goal is to make any changes seamless to you, the Vassago customer. We want the army of Vassago riders out there to know your frames and parts are still supported and all warranties are still in place.&nbsp;</p>
<p>While we do plan to expand the line, the JabberWocky and BanderSnatch frames have become a staple of the 29er hardtail community and we will of course continue to offer them, as well as, hardware to support them. Lastly, if you feel that any emails or phone calls were lost during this transition, please let us know. We are here to help and keep the Vassago love going!</p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 80%;">If you require customer service before then, please email us at <a href="mailto:%20customerservice@vassagomtb.com">customerservice"@"vassagomtb.com</a> (remove the quotes)</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 80%;">For dealer services, please email <a href="mailto:dealerservice%22@%22vassagomtb.com">dealerservice"@"vassagomtb.com</a> (remove the quotes)</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 80%;">For immediate assistance call <strong>(904) VAS-SAGO</strong></span></p>]]></content></entry><entry><title>Vassago Black Friday Inventory Sale!!</title><id>http://vassagomtb.com/imported-20100305135314/2011/11/19/vassago-black-friday-inventory-sale.html</id><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://vassagomtb.com/imported-20100305135314/2011/11/19/vassago-black-friday-inventory-sale.html"/><author><name>OneGearAndBeer</name></author><published>2011-11-19T21:06:47Z</published><updated>2011-11-19T21:06:47Z</updated><content type="html" xml:lang="en-US"><![CDATA[<p>Oh yes. It is that time of year again. Our 7th annual Black Friday sale is about to hit. It is the only time during the year we offer a sale and the response is bigger every year. Inventory is limited so dip a little into your baby-mama's Christmas fund and treat yourself right. You deserve it!</p>
<p>Our friends at <a href="http://www.hucknroll.com/mountainbike/25-Off-Vassago/12697/promo.html">HucknRoll.com</a> are hosting this year's Black Friday Sale. See their <a href="http://www.hucknroll.com/mountainbike/25-Off-Vassago/12697/promo.html">Vassago Black Friday Sale</a> page for details and ask them how to get free shipping! <a href="http://www.hucknroll.com/mountainbike/25-Off-Vassago/12697/promo.html">Check the details.</a></p>]]></content></entry><entry><title>D-Roc's Bander hits 1,000 miles</title><id>http://vassagomtb.com/imported-20100305135314/2011/10/5/d-rocs-bander-hits-1000-miles.html</id><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://vassagomtb.com/imported-20100305135314/2011/10/5/d-rocs-bander-hits-1000-miles.html"/><author><name>OneGearAndBeer</name></author><published>2011-10-05T19:04:09Z</published><updated>2011-10-05T19:04:09Z</updated><content type="html" xml:lang="en-US"><![CDATA[<p>We get emails from all over the world from our customers and we love it. We thrive on your feedback!</p>
<p>Well a guy named "D-Roc" sent us a thank you email after putting 1,000 miles on his Bander. Considering the frame still looks great and is still under warranty, that's a hell of a value.&nbsp; Kudos to you, dude with a WWF nickname. We salute you!</p>
<p><span class="full-image-block ssNonEditable"><span><img style="width: 600px;" src="http://vassagomtb.com/storage/drock.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1317841526652" alt="" /></span></span></p>]]></content></entry><entry><title>It's all about balance and perspective</title><id>http://vassagomtb.com/imported-20100305135314/2011/9/27/its-all-about-balance-and-perspective.html</id><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://vassagomtb.com/imported-20100305135314/2011/9/27/its-all-about-balance-and-perspective.html"/><author><name>OneGearAndBeer</name></author><published>2011-09-27T18:01:07Z</published><updated>2011-09-27T18:01:07Z</updated><content type="html" xml:lang="en-US"><![CDATA[<h3>Vassago Charities for 2012</h3>
<p>We at Vassago have been lucky to acquire a steadily growing customer  base who enjoy the sweat and tears we put into our products. The  founders of the company have always been big on karma, and with the  success we have achieved due to our customers, we believe it is  important to give back.</p>
<p>For 2012, our 7th year in business, we have rounded out our charity  list and support programs. Check them out, and feel free to support them as  well,&nbsp; if one catches your eye!</p>
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<p><strong>IMBA</strong><br /><span class="st">A non-profit, public-supported  organization. Promotes  mountain bicycling opportunities that are  environmentally and socially  responsible. <a href="http://www.imba.com/">More&gt;&gt;</a><br /> </span></p>
<p><strong>American Forests</strong><br /><span class="st">Nonprofit conservation organization aims to protect, restore and enhance the natural capital of trees and <em>forests</em>. <a href="http://www.americanforests.org/">More&gt;&gt;</a><br /> </span></p>
<p><strong>Children's Cancer Fund</strong><br /><span class="st">The <em>Children's Cancer  Fund</em> is dedicated to helping Children with Cancer. Our goal is to improve the practice of Children's Oncology / Pediatric Oncology.</span><span class="st"> <a href="http://www.childrenscancerfund.org/new/index.asp">More&gt;&gt;</a><br /> </span></p>
<p><strong>Wounded Warrior Project</strong><span class="st"><br />Provides programs  and services to severely injured  service members during the time  between active duty and transition to  civilian life. <a href="https://support.woundedwarriorproject.org/Default.aspx?tsid=143&amp;source=WEBSITE#">More&gt;&gt;</a></span></p>]]></content></entry><entry><title>Emailing Vassago Cycles</title><id>http://vassagomtb.com/imported-20100305135314/2011/9/22/emailing-vassago-cycles.html</id><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://vassagomtb.com/imported-20100305135314/2011/9/22/emailing-vassago-cycles.html"/><author><name>OneGearAndBeer</name></author><published>2011-09-22T12:22:46Z</published><updated>2011-09-22T12:22:46Z</updated><content type="html" xml:lang="en-US"><![CDATA[<p><strong>info@vassagocycles.com</strong></p>
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<p>We've made it simple for you - there is only one email.&nbsp; Submit your email and it will be distributed to the proper person to handle your unique question.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Have photos to share, comments, questions, random drunken babble (our favorite emails)....send it there!&nbsp; Send it anywhere else and you are guaranteed not to get a response!</p>]]></content></entry><entry><title>Power coming back after Hurricane Irene</title><id>http://vassagomtb.com/imported-20100305135314/2011/8/31/power-coming-back-after-hurricane-irene.html</id><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://vassagomtb.com/imported-20100305135314/2011/8/31/power-coming-back-after-hurricane-irene.html"/><author><name>OneGearAndBeer</name></author><published>2011-08-31T17:19:29Z</published><updated>2011-08-31T17:19:29Z</updated><content type="html" xml:lang="en-US"><![CDATA[<p><span class="full-image-block ssNonEditable"><span><img src="http://vassagomtb.com/storage/power out.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1314811237919" alt="" width="392" height="585" /></span></span></p>
<p>Power is in and out after the hurricane but we hope to be fully restored by Friday (according to our glorious power company)</p>]]></content></entry><entry><title>Vassago is hiring</title><id>http://vassagomtb.com/imported-20100305135314/2011/8/16/vassago-is-hiring.html</id><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://vassagomtb.com/imported-20100305135314/2011/8/16/vassago-is-hiring.html"/><author><name>OneGearAndBeer</name></author><published>2011-08-16T11:24:35Z</published><updated>2011-08-16T11:24:35Z</updated><content type="html" xml:lang="en-US"><![CDATA[<p>Vassago Cycles will be offering several full time positions&nbsp; through out the 2012 calendar year.</p>
<p>Current job openings will be listed on our <a href="http://www.vassagocycles.com/jobs-at-vassago/">JobbyJob</a> page. Most job listings are for our Newark, DE office unless otherwise specified.</p>
<p>http://www.vassagocycles.com/jobs-at-vassago/</p>
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<p>&nbsp;</p>]]></content></entry><entry><title>2011 Vassago Frames Arriving</title><id>http://vassagomtb.com/imported-20100305135314/2011/7/21/2011-vassago-frames-arriving.html</id><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://vassagomtb.com/imported-20100305135314/2011/7/21/2011-vassago-frames-arriving.html"/><author><name>OneGearAndBeer</name></author><published>2011-07-21T21:14:36Z</published><updated>2011-07-21T21:14:36Z</updated><content type="html" xml:lang="en-US"><![CDATA[<p>First and foremost, we would like to thank all of you that have supported us through the first half of 2011 as we reorganized the company and brought it back to the foundation it was built on &ndash; the ride!&nbsp; Over the past six months Vassago has gone through many changes including staff and policies.&nbsp; During this time we kept our heads in the books and moved forward with 2011 production.&nbsp;</p>
<p>As you know, the 2011 frames are finally alive and will be ready for your torture testing as of August 1st.&nbsp; You will be able to find the JabberWocky, BanderSnatch, and ChupaCabra at Huck-n-Roll, Real Cyclists, and their affiliates for the remainder of 2011.&nbsp; New for 2011 is the JabberWocky in a XL (22 inch) frame and the ChupaCabra coming in 16, 18, 20, and 22 inch frames.&nbsp;</p>
<p>As of now we have a part-time staff working their asses off as Vassago will not be selling frames direct until 2012 &ndash; at which time they will also be available through your local bike shop.&nbsp; Our emails are checked daily &ndash; so if you have any questions please email info@vassagocycles.com.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Look for upcoming news, jobs, rider support program, and events for Vassago Cycles on our face book page or twitter.&nbsp; We are excited to be back in the &ldquo;real&rdquo; grassroots world.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>]]></content></entry><entry><title>Black Label production sneak peak</title><id>http://vassagomtb.com/imported-20100305135314/2011/6/9/black-label-production-sneak-peak.html</id><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://vassagomtb.com/imported-20100305135314/2011/6/9/black-label-production-sneak-peak.html"/><author><name>OneGearAndBeer</name></author><published>2011-06-09T16:29:58Z</published><updated>2011-06-09T16:29:58Z</updated><content type="html" xml:lang="en-US"><![CDATA[<p>While the gigantor bike companies, and everyone else (even Walmart...), jump on the ever growing 29er band wagon to catch up, we have been quietly working on our Black Label frames.&nbsp;<span class="full-image-float-right ssNonEditable"><span><img style="width: 150px;" src="http://vassagomtb.com/storage/IMAG0102.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1307638234149" alt="" /></span></span></p>
<p>If you don't know, The Black Label project is our reaction to the over saturated, cheap import 29er market. Our personal mission to make the best riding hard tails that our 6 years of exclusive 29er building experience can muster. Having no interest in the current market trends to meet sales demands, we are taking our time and doing it right.&nbsp;</p>
<p><span class="thumbnail-image-float-left ssNonEditable"><span><a href="javascript:showFullImage('/display/ShowImage?imageUrl=%2Fstorage%2FIMAG0106.jpg%3F__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION%3D1307637797586',478,800);"><img src="http://vassagomtb.com/storage/thumbnails/6080184-12624125-thumbnail.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1307637797588" alt="" /></a></span></span><span class="thumbnail-image-block ssNonEditable"><span><a href="javascript:showFullImage('/display/ShowImage?imageUrl=%2Fstorage%2FIMAG0097.jpg%3F__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION%3D1307639925216',478,800);"><img src="http://vassagomtb.com/storage/thumbnails/6080184-12624345-thumbnail.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1307639925218" alt="" /></a></span></span></p>
<p>These frames are hand built in Colorado using only the best  materials, including U.S. made True Temper OX Platinum and Paragon  Machine Works building hardware. Impeccable mitering and meticulous  welds set the Black Labels apart and insure they will live up to our  goal. An undeniably beautiful piece of velo-art that happens to provide  the best riding old school 29er in the universe.**</p>
<p>These frames are a limited production and available for  pre-order at Trails-Edge.com. Vassago Cycles product page will be added  once final powdercoat process is completed. As with most Vassago stuff,  these are selling out quick, so order up!</p>
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<h6>**These claims have not been verified with any alien life, or alien 29ers.</h6>]]></content></entry></feed>
