Review: RockShox Revelation RCT3
Updated for 2014 with a Solo Air air spring (only one adjustable air chamber), the 2015 is unchanged and is available in every wheel size and travel options to please most trail riders. The addition of a Solo Air spring saves a few grams over the previous dual air spring and does away with the […]
Review: Garmin Edge 1000 GPS computer
Garmin’s relatively new Edge 1000 model has flown somewhat under the radar thanks to much of the current attention on the brand focused on their new Vector power pedals. As far as top level navigation and information devices go, users are currently spoilt for choice. Coming in at a recommended retail price of R10 599, […]
Review: Raw Revolution Food Bars
The attention created by various diets, controversial or not, has seen a definite shift in attitudes to food types and eating habits. Natural, unprocessed foods are becoming more popular and Raw Revolution got my attention recently during a multistage MTB race. They are one of the nutrition companies trending towards a more natural nutrition option […]
Trail Daze: Grabouw
Named after the German town Grabow, the small town of Grabouw sits about 1.5 hours drive away from Cape Town, in the vast Elgin Valley. Known for being the largest single exporter or fruits in Southern Africa, it has also hosted numerous mountain biking, trail running and other adventure sporting events over the years. As […]
Review: TomTom Multisport Cardio
Just about everyone knows TomTom for their car navigation systems but they have now started poking around in the sports watch market. I was fortunate enough to spend some time with the TomTom Multisport Cardio watch. At first glance the watch looks funky, bright and fun with a solid looking strap and rubber outer that […]
On Test: Cycliq Fly6 rear bike light & HD camera Combo
Launched in South Africa only a few weeks ago, we’ve been fortunate enough to get our hands on the Fly6 combination rear bike light and HD camera for review. The first thing you notice is the quality and well thought out packaging. Everything you need to mount, use, and charge the Fly6 is in the […]
On Test: Silverback Signo Tecnica 279
Born out of a desire to explore, the Silverback Signo Tecnica combines the roll over traits and bigger contact patch of a 29″ front wheel with the quicker accelerating, more agile 27.5″ sized rear wheel. By doing this Silverback believe that they have combined the best of both worlds into one chassis giving the rider […]
2015 KZNMTB Downhill #3 – Giba MTB Park
The 2015 KZNMTB Downhill Series came to a thrilling close on the 19th April with the 3rd and final round being held at Giba MTB Park outside Pinetown. The technical albeit short Downhill track at Giba Gorge did not disappoint, with overcast but dry and dusty conditions greeting the riders for morning practice. The top […]
2015 KZNMTB Enduro #3 – Giba MTB Park
KZN’s premiere MTB Park, Giba Gorge near Pinetown played host to the 3rd and final round of the KZNMTB Enduro and Downhill Series presented by NMI-DSM, on the 18th and 19th April. The Enduro event took place on Saturday 18th, attracting a field of 120 riders who would battle it out for final points over […]
Review: SDG Circuit Mountain Ti-alloy saddle
Saddle choice is highly subjective and personal making it tough to give a verdict. On a bicycle you can make changes and adjustments to get it to your liking, but a saddle either works or it doesn’t. Sporting a long feature list, the SDG Circuit Mountain is at the cutting edge of saddle design and […]
First look: Kali Maya helmet
Kali Protectives recently launched their long-awaited Maya Enduro / All Mountain helmet. Not yet available locally, we managed to get our hands on an early sample to give you a taste of what’s to come. Sporting 12 vents and design features that ensures the Maya is bang up to date. This includes the use of […]
On Test: American Classic Carbonator wheels
Following the success of their Wide Lightning wheels launched a couple of years ago, American Classic set out to design and build a carbon version. Featuring thicker sidewalls and 1mm wider outside profile than the aluminium Wide Lightnings (33mm vs 32mm outside, 26mm vs 29.3mm inside) to ensure durability, strength and stiffness. That extra material […]