Fantasy Tour Preview Stage 17: Fabric Scoop saddle
Stage 17 is a 161 km route from Digne-les-Bains to Pra-Loup which sees the riders start their journey through the Alps. The Stage 17 prize, a Fabric Scoop saddle, will go to the team boss with the highest team score for the stage. What awaits your team on Stage 17: Stage 17 Route Profile: Stage […]
SA XCO Champs: On Track with Scott Factory Racing
We caught up with Scott Factory Racing powered by LCB at the Coetezenburg track ahead of the SA National XCO Championships. We chatted to Philip Buys and followed the team as they surveyed the wet course. Meet the team Philip Buys Gert Heyns Arno Du Doit Matthys Beukes [/column] [column=50%] Q&A with Philip Buys You’ve […]
Fantasy Tour: Stage 3 – Giro Empire SLX shoes
Stage 3 takes the riders on a 159.5 km trip from Anvers to Huy. With the climb up Mur de Huy at the end, we can expect an interesting dash for the line. The Stage 3 prize, Giro Empire SLX shoes, will go to the team boss with the highest standing in the green jersey […]
Review: Saris Bones 3 bike rack
The Saris Bones is a boot mounted design which has been around for some time and claims to offer a sturdy tow bar free solution with bike protection in-mind. Although convenient and generally less pricey, boot mounted bicycle racks are notoriously unstable, often rubbing and scratching their precious cargo. We were interested to see just […]
On Test: CycleOps PowerSync indoor trainer
The CycleOps PowerSync is an indoor trainer with an onboard power meter to accurately measure your training efforts. The trainer is operated by your iOS or Android device via the VirtualTraining software. We’ll be buzzing away in the early mornings of winter to bring you a full review of the PowerSync trainer and VirtualTraining software […]
Review: Forca SPS-400 adjustable seatpost
The Forca dropper seatpost is a low tech mechanical adjustable seatpost. While you may want to cringe at the thought of a spring and pin operated mechanism between the legs, the Forca is a solid offering and features benefits over hydraulic or air operated systems. What is the Forca SPS-400? Forca is based in Bruchsal, […]
UCI MTB World Cup XCO Round 1: Nove Mesto na Morave
This weekend will see the start of the 2015 season for the cross-country series of the UCI Mountain Bike World Cup presented by Shimano, in Nove Mesto na Morave, Czech Republic. The Nove Mesto event, awarded the title of best cross-country World Cup multiple times, is the fitting place to launch the 25th season of […]
Race report & video: Dirtopia Enduro – Delvera
98 riders made the trek out to Delvera trail centre just outside Stellenbosch on a fresh Autumn Sunday to take part in the one day Enduro stage race. The 15.8km route was broken up into 4 timed special stages and 4 non timed Liaisons. Unlike last year the organisers decided to combine SS2 and SS3 […]
Pure Darkness 2: The Garden Route Trail Park Step Up
The Pure Darkness team visited the Garden Route Trail Park while down to compete in The Night Harvest in March. Rob Dormehl (the man behind the Trail Park) had big plans for their visit and surprised the riders with a gargantuan pit. Rob and the lads set to work to create possibly the biggest mountain […]
Review: Lauf Trail Racer 29
Meet the Lauf Trail Racer 29. A lightweight, ruthless and futuristic mountain bike fork. The mechanics behind the Lauf are straightforward. Inspired by leaf suspension, it uses carbon shafts and twelve composite springs to suspend the front axle. I won’t pretend to have an understanding of the materials and construction techniques used to create the […]
Video: Pure Darkness 2 – Trailer
When Ryan from Monster Energy gave me a call and asked whether I’d be keen to go with them to Garden Route Trail Park with some of the international riders down for The Night Harvest, I probably said something along the lines of “Ya, sure. Could be a jol to ride with the guys on […]
Review: Lizard Skins DSP grips
Lizard Skins have created a single piece grip using their DuraSoft Polymer (DSP) material. The Lizard Skins DSP is lightweight, low profile, and made solely from soft materials. I was eager to see whether the DSP material provided sufficient grip, shock absorption and durability. Features Durasoft Polymer material (DSP) 2 thicknesses (30.3mm & 32.3mm) Available […]