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Trek unveils all-new Checkpoint gravel bikes
Trek has unveiled Checkpoint—an entirely new platform of gravel bikes ready to shake up the ever-growing segment with a full line of models designed exclusively for the dedicated, adventure-minded gravel rider. Checkpoint is more than a modified version of Trek’s Crockett or Boone cyclocross bikes. Nor is it a new iteration of the Domane Gravel […]
Entries open for 2018 Grindrod Bank Berg & Bush
On 1 March, entries will open for the 2018 Grindrod Bank Berg & Bush. Riders can enter any one of the three events; the Descent, Great Trek and original 2 Day. Last year all three events saw record numbers bombing down the best trails that KwaZulu-Natal can offer. Winner of the 2017 men’s race, Matthys […]
Grabouw the venue for MTB Marathon Champs
A firm favourite on any mountain biker’s bucket list of places to ride in South Africa will surely be the forestry haven of Grabouw in the Western Cape. With endless top-notch trails through forestry plantations and gravel roads, the area is synonymous with major mountain biking events. Oak Valley will be the venue for the […]
RockShox updates 30, Sektor, Pike DJ and Bluto fork models
Action is Everything is more than our tagline, too—we keep pushing the envelope of innovation, up and down our product lineup, so that every RockShox product can keep up with the evolution of the sport. From 30 to Sektor, Pike DJ to Bluto, new technology, new chassis designs and fresh new looks are guaranteed to […]
Cycling South Africa allows disc brakes in local road racing
Since the inclusion of disc brakes on road bikes in the WorldTour events, Cycling South Africa has received numerous requests to allow riders to use disc brakes road bikes in road races. The introduction of disc brakes on road bikes has been a conservative approach by the UCI (International Cycling Union) mainly due to safety […]
The boys in baggies want Cape Epic Yellow
Cannondale Factory Racing’s baggy-wearing duo of Manuel Fumic and Henrique Avancini might be one of the most entertaining teams at the Absa Cape Epic, but don’t let their affable demeanours fool you – they’re here to win. Photo credit: Ewald Sadie. Absa Cape Epic. Sportzpics. Maybe it’s their off-the-wall sartorial direction or perhaps the occasional […]
Epic top step beckons for Team Centurion Vaude
In one breath, Nicola Rohrback will tell you that there is no secret to winning the Absa Cape Epic. In the next, the Swiss will smile and let slip that Team Centurion Vaude may have some “secret tactics” for 2018. Rohrback has finished twice on the podium in his two attempts at the Absa Cape […]
Specialized S-Works Venge ViAS Disc eTap review
Specialized launched the disc brake version of the Venge ViAS in 2017. A year after the rim brake version despite the ViAS being designed to be a disc brake bicycle but with the indecision from the UCI, Specialized was forced to release a rim brake version first in 2016. Specification FRAMES-Works FACT 11r carbon, Rider-First […]
Top MTB riders Bullish in Knysna ahead of Cape Epic
Timothy Hammond and Alan Gordon (Team Insect Science) were the first team home on the final stage of the Knysna Bull made personal by Constantia Insurance. The pair pipped solo rider Dylan Rebello to the line in a sprint finish to the Knysna Waterfront in a time of 2:30:12. Rebello, having crossed the line first […]
Moolman-Pasio second on GC, wins mountains competition in Spain
The Setmana Ciclista Valencia was a successful start to the season for the Cervélo Bigla Pro Cycling Team. Ashleigh Moolman-Pasio finished second in the overall classification with Cecilie Uttrup Ludwig fourth. Moolman-Pasio was second on the final stage behind winner Hannah Barnes (Canyon-SRAM) and won the mountains classification. The stage result means the team leaves […]
Riddle, Kruger dominate Fedhealth XTERRA Lite
Jamie Riddle and Susan Kruger were the XTERRA Warriors to beat at the 2018 Fedhealth XTERRA Lite at the Elgin-Grabouw Country Club on Sunday, 25 February 2018. Jamie Riddle in action during the 2018 Fedhealth XTERRA Lite at the Elgin Grabouw Country Club on Sunday, 25 February 2018. Photo Credit: Tobias Ginsberg A road triathlete, […]
Meet international cycling greats at exclusive Trek Sundowners Session
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to compete on the World Cup mountain bike racing circuit? Now you can stop wondering and meet top International mountain bikers in person, at an exclusive session with the Trek Factory Racing XC athletes! That’s right: you can join Emily Batty, Anton Cooper, Sergio Mantecón and […]