Event Report: The CCPP Group Dr Evil Classic 3 Day Stage Race 2021
Perfect weather and world class routes keep riders smiling in Plettenberg Bay. KWANO Cycling Academy alumni, Anelisa Aries, wins the SCOTT SPARK RC 900 TEAM AXS bike worth over R100 000. Left Joggie Prinsloo / Scott Sports Africa, Anelisa Aries (Kwano Cycling Academy), Clint Cawood (CEO CCPP Group) and Leon Evans aka Dr Evil. The […]
Introducing the OKO Tyre Sealant Range
OKO, the guys who invented modern-day tyre sealants in 1978, now protect every type of tyre in over 90 countries – and over the last 12 years they have built the most complete bike sealant range in the market, with 4 products tailored to each machine type. Magic Milk Tubeless goes head-to-head with ‘old school’ […]
Why Your Bike Will Roll Faster with Kogel Bearings
Founded in 2014, every Kogel Bearings product is engineered and assembled in the USA, and are exclusively available in South Africa through ROAM Sports. All Kogel products use, only, the highest quality ceramic bearings and are all backed by Kogel’s industry leading warranty. This 2-year “Guaranteed Performance” warranty, pending annual bearing service and general maintenance, […]
Kogelberg Nature Reserve: The Perfect Local Adventure
With international travel not really on the cards for the foreseeable future, you probably aren’t the only one looking out for some local options for a weekend away with the family. Local travel is the perfect way to satisfy that travel craving and let’s be honest, we live in one of the most beautiful countries […]
Tufo Tires Back in Stock
The basic philosophy of Tufo Tires is specialization in the development and production of tubular tires – the best option for cycling sport. From the very beginning, TUFO worked hand in hand with many world champions and elite racers from all cycling disciplines. This cooperation makes the transition of theoretical knowledge from development and research […]
Introducing ROAM SPORTS and Kogel Bearings
South African cyclists now have more access to bespoke component upgrades, thanks to ROAM SPORTS. Founded in 2021, by mountain biker Matthew Stamatis, the company focuses on making high quality products available to the South African market. ROAM SPORTS’ stable of offerings is set to grow but the company launched by securing the exclusive South […]
Cederberg Circuit: Tips and info for a non-stop, two day or three day ride
For many riders local to the Western Cape the Cederberg needs no introduction as a riding destination. The Cederberg Circuit is a 247km circular route which offers riders the opportunity to explore this majestic area in their own time. It is a proper gem and only 2 hours from Cape Town. For those reading this who aren’t […]
New gravel XPLR Collection from SRAM, Rockshox and Zipp
Press Release The XPLR collection from SRAM, RockShox, and Zipp celebrates a new era of drop bar riding with three product sets to make gravel yours. Every upgrade works great by itself or all together. So pick a path, or mix and match galore. After all, gravel is what you make it. XPLR […]
How to pick the best bike rack for your car
Buying a bike rack is expensive and it’s really important to understand the various options that are available. Most cyclists are looking for a bike carrier that will be the easiest and most convenient to use, while also keeping their bikes safe, secure and ready to ride when unloading at the destination. Jamie Owen, marketing […]
Ride Routes: Western Cape’s famed Four Passes
If you have been around the Western Cape road riding scene for a while the chances are you have heard about the Four Passes route. Or perhaps you have already ridden it and experienced one of the Cape’s best road bike loops. If not, hopefully this article will give you some good insight into what is one […]
Review: Westfalia 3-Bike Carrier
The Westfalia Bike Carrier is a towbar mounted bicycle carrier with variations for carrying two or three bikes. Westfalia is a long-established German company. It is notable for inventing the fixed-ball type towbar that this bike rack now attaches. For local support, Westfalia bike racks are distributed within South Africa by Positive Sports Solutions. We tested […]
A great weekend escape at all new Gravel & Grape
The Gravel & Grape is your window into the world of the Breedekloof Wine Valley. Three or two days of unbeatable riding (choose from three events!) through the Western Cape’s hidden gem wine region, over and across trails that will delight all levels of mountain biker. Even better, the Gravel & Grape takes place just […]