Review: Merida Reacto 4000
The Reacto forms part of Merida’s range of aero race road bikes boasting efficient teardrop tube profiles, with direct mount brakes, internal cable routing, and an integrated seatpost which features Merida’s S-Flex technology for some added comfort in the saddle. The Frame Merida have clearly poured development time and some good thinking into the design […]
Iwan’s Gear of the Year 2016
In review of 2016, Iwan Kemp looks at the best bikes and gear that he rode last year. XC Bike of the Year Scalpel Si Carbon 3 When the new Scalpel was announced it was clear that Cannondale wasn’t trying to play it safe or please the masses. They set out to develop and build […]
Bike Hub’s Top Ten gear reviews for 2016
With the year drawing rapidly to a close, we take a look at our ten most popular gear review articles published in 2016. 1. Scott Spark 940 The launch of the new Scott Spark range generated much excitement in the office. The Spark 940 features completely redesigned geometry, and suspension for a more aggressive riding […]
Bike Hub: 2016 Year in Review
With the year end just around the corner, it’s that time again when we look back at the year that was. We take a look at some numbers, trends, and standout performances on Bike Hub in 2016. The headline numbers, most read articles, the top contributors, most viewed and discussed topics… it’s all here and […]
Bike Check: Jérôme Clementz’s Cannondale Habit
Jérôme Clementz was recently on vacation in South Africa to unwind after a hectic season racing the Enduro World Series where he finished third overall. He brought along his Cannondale Habit for a safari ride in Botswana followed by a spot of trail riding with some locals in Cape Town. We interrupted Jérôme’s holiday one […]
Review: Mavic Cosmic Pro Carbon SL C wheelset
Mavic launched the Cosmic Pro Carbon SL C to replace the Cosmic 40 C wheels in their range. Mavic have moved away from using an alloy extrusion wrapped in a carbon fibre shell to a full carbon construction and, in doing so, have managed to drop the overall wheelset weight from 1,550 g to 1,450 […]
Review: Super B TB-PF25 home mechanic wheel truing stand
Building a bicycle wheel can be a tricky task and is often a job left up to a professional but there are a number of knowledgeable home mechanics up to the job. For those looking to service their wheels at home or on the move, the Super B TB-PF25 provides a compact solution at a […]
Interview: Katja Steenkamp on The Munga
Katja Steenkamp was the second woman to finish The Munga in 2016, and the tenth rider overall. A formidable achievement considering the challenge at hand. For those who don’t know: The Munga is a 1000 kilometre plus, nonstop race across the heart of the Karoo from Bloemfontein to Wellington, outside Cape Town. We spoke to […]
Podcast: Q&A with the Coaches – Episode 1
In our new podcast series Q&A with the Coaches, you can ask the experts from Science2Sport your cycling training and racing related questions. The team at Science2Sport, which includes leading sports scientists, Dr Jeroen Swart, Dr Mike Posthumus, John Wakefield, and Benoit Capostagno, will be addressing the answers to your cycling related queries, along with […]
Interview: Kevin Benkenstein on The Munga
The Munga covers over a thousand kilometres non-stop from Bloemfontein to Wellington, through the heart of the sweltering Karoo. Riders faced soaring temperatures, scorching sun, endless corrugated farm roads, and a 40 kilometre an hour headwind for the majority of the route. Kevin Benkenstein finished fifth overall, after 3 days, 5 hours, and 44 minutes […]
Interview: Jeannie Dreyer on The Munga
Jeannie Dreyer not only won the women’s category of The Munga, but finished second overall by a mere thirteen minutes in a field of determined ultra endurance athletes. For those who don’t know: The Munga is a 1000 kilometre plus, non-stop race across the heart of the Karoo from Bloemfontein to Wellington, outside Cape Town. […]
Photo Story: The Munga 2016
Johan Badenhorst joined The Munga on a motor bike to document Kevin Benkenstein’s journey through the heart of South Africa. Along the way he witnessed the fortunes of many of the leading riders. This is his story of following the 2016 The Munga. The Munga was an eye opener to what average people can do […]