Few would argue that Melbourne is the cycling capital of Australia. Despite the omnipresent threat of precipitation and gusty winds, the Southern Metropolis just gets it done. It breeds a certain type of rider, one who is hardened to the elements and is prepared to make the commute despite the conditions. Cobra9 has had […] Read More
Morton’s Neuroma. What is it?
One of the frequently misdiagnosed conditions effecting cyclists (and non cyclists) is the Morton’s Neuroma. It would seem as though every incidence of forefoot pain is blamed upon this annoying condition. In truth, the incidence of true Morton’s Neuroma is quite low across the population. It’s prevalence in women is far higher then men with females 8-10 times for […] Read More
Pain behind the base of the big toe when I ride // What is it and how can I fix it?
The vast majority of foot pressure when pedalling tends to come from under the base of the ball of the foot behind the big toe. We’ll call this area PMA 1 (plantar Metatarsal Area 1) for convenience. Studies vary but the value of the load in this region is around 60% of the whole foot […] Read More
Cobra9 Cycling Orthotics Approved Partners
We’ve been busy training and expanding our network of practitioners all around Australia over the past few years. We are also upgrading the skills of our practitioners to ensure they know more about shoes, cleat positioning and the effect of cycling orthoses on the rider. We will announce our new partners shortly. We are also […] Read More
Cobra9 Intebuild Racing and the UCI 2.2 New Zealand Cycle Classic – An Affection for Punishment
NZCC tour wrap. Best laid plans of mice and men and all that. You plan a tour for months. The careful dileberation of travel plans, accommodation, licences and so on. Each component is checked and rechecked to avoid unecessary stress upon arrival. Ideally, the team arrives, races, eat and sleeps, win and loses then […] Read More
Sydney Cobra9 sessions at Wheelhaus on the 20th Oct – get on it.
Cobra9 front man Nathan White will again be at Wheelhaus for a session on Monday the 20th of October. Get in touch with us ASAP to organise an assessment. Wheelhaus Monday ride beforehand will be standard….
QRTS Round 5 – Race Report and Kudos
Words Nathan White Photography Jacqueline Bailey and Abbie White Sunday marked the end of the QRTS season for 2014. A gloomy morning blossomed into a lovely warm afternoon for criterium racing in Brisbane. A good crowd was on hand to witness some fast tight racing in the spectator friendly Murrarie circuit. Threading 100 fit […] Read More
Queensland Road Team Series Round 4 Report
Words Nathan White Photography Jacqueline Bailey & Adam Weathered We headed to Gatton for round 4 of the QRTS with quiet positivity after our strong showing in the last race in Kingaroy. A couple of the lads fancied themselves in the individual time trial and the road race parcours seemed to fit our […] Read More
QRTS 14……Round 4……Fight!
This weekend is the fourth round of the QRTS for 2014 and sees the event head to Gatton for three stages over two days. With the last remaining round being a criterium in a months time, this round represents the last chance to pick up large point totals that will either keep us in […] Read More
Cobra9 in Launceston
Cobra9 will be rocking up at Avantiplus Launceston on Friday the 11th of July for a session looking after the needs of Northern Tasmania’s feet. Cobra9 Cycling was born and bred in Hobart, and it has always been our aim to provide a service to the legion of dedicated cyclists in the North of the state. […] Read More
Sydney Session kicks off in Penrith
Cobra9 are kicking off our arrival into Western Sydney with a session at 3D BikeFit. We are stoked to be working with the experienced and energetic Ryan Williams. We will be available on Monday the 31st of March for you to pop in and ask about your shoes and unique feet. Send all enquiries to […] Read More
Congratulations to our Prize Winner
Congratulations to Cameron from Hobart who won our Christmas Cobra9 SemiPro give away. A fitted Cobra9 SemiPro, Cobra9 socks and Musette are on their way to you!! Photo 7. Nebo Mornings proved to be the most chosen shot of 2013. Stay tuned for more promotions in 2014 Seasons Greetings from the Team at Cobra9.
Site Updates
We are currently doing some updating and refreshing of our galleries. A lot of our old shots were getting tired and obsolete. Keep an eye on the galleries for regular shots from the lab where we make our devices. There will also be plenty of shots of the team out riding and/or drinking bucket loads […] Read More
Ipswich A Grade Criteriums Photos – Some shots from the action on the Weekend.
A great morning of racing and another solid win for another Cobra9 athlete, Hadleigh Milligan of Pensar Racing. Congratulations to the Ipswich Cycling Club who always put on a good session. The team from Cobra9 put in a lot of work in what was a brutally fast race. Great training for next weekend! The Cobra9 […] Read More
A full Cobra9 SemiPro load heads to GC BikeFit
Pete Spencer will soon receive this full Cobra9 SemiPro load to cover the needs of cyclists’ feet in all shapes and sizes. Get in and harass Pete to get your set today! #GoldCoastCycling #GoldCoastBikeFit #GoldCoastFootbeds