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Trek unveil new Madone Gen 8
Trek has introduced the Madone Gen 8, a new road race bike that combines the features of the brand’s lightest and fastest models. By merging the lightweight design of the Émonda with the speed of the Madone, this bike provides a ‘best of both worlds’ solution for cyclists seeking to excel in both climbing and […]
KAP sani2c nonstop race highlights
“I will definitely be back to this ride, it is good enough to be an annual pilgrimage. Farmer Glen and his team have an incredible formula that feels different to anything else I’ve done in South Africa, and it really is a celebration of why we love riding this amazing country.” So says Kevin Benkenstein, […]
Wahoo Fitness unveils all-new, rechargeable TRACKR heart rate
Press Release Wahoo Fitness, the leading endurance athlete fitness technology company, has unveiled an exciting new addition to its innovative product lineup, the TRACKR HEART RATE. With new and improved processing technology, TRACKR HEART RATE delivers highly accurate heart rate monitor (HRM) metrics that give athletes the confidence that every training session is another step […]
First Look: Specialized Chisel Dual-suspension
I’ve become well acquainted with the Specialized Epic and Epic EVO over the years, and my first reaction when I was asked to ride the new Chisel alloy full suspension was intrigue. I’ve become so spoiled with my carbon equipment that I wasn’t sure what to expect from a modern aluminium, mid-level bike. Having preached […]
Introducing BMC’s new Fourstroke 01
Forged in a legacy of victory – this is the cutting-edge of XC racing technology. The Fourstroke 01 is built to exceed the demands of the fastest XC racers and to tackle the most brutal racecourses in the hunt for the win. And, with a legacy of Olympic, World Championship and World Cup podiums, winning […]
Cape Classic 380: a road must-do
Girls just want to have fun. And so do boys This event has proved to be extremely popular with the ladies since its inception over 10 years ago and now equally with couples wishing to ride together. Why? Well probably a mixture of the relaxed vibe coupled with the feel of a “protected peloton” making […]
Introducing Stettyn Family Vineyards MTB and Trail Run Routes
Stettyn Family Vineyards are proud to present their mountain biking and trail running routes. Under two hours from Cape Town the farm is an ideal destination for families to explore while they escape the city hustle. MTB and Trail Run Routes The MTB and Trail Run Routes takes you out on a scenic route down […]
Thule Design Team is Red Dot Design Team of the Year 2024
Top honour in the design industry goes to Sweden Thule, the renowned Swedish brand synonymous with outdoor adventure and lifestyle, has been awarded the honorific title “Red Dot: Design Team of the Year 2024”. The recognition highlights Thule’s unwavering commitment to innovative design, functional excellence and a deep understanding of its consumers’ needs. Since being […]
KAP sani2c nonstop: South African mountain biking’s best-kept secret
The KAP sani2c is one of SA’s most-loved mountain bike stage races, and after celebrating a successful 20th edition last month, the team looks forward to hosting the KAP sani2c nonstop from 21-23 June. The race follows 250 km of the sani2c trails from Glencairn to Scottburgh and must be completed within a 24-hour period. […]
Wessel Botha and Danielle Strydom win SA MTB Marathon Champs in Karkloof
Wessel Botha and Danielle Strydom claimed the respective men’s and women’s SA MTB Marathon Championship titles at the 85km Sappi Karkloof Classic Trail Festival on Sunday. On a cloudless, late autumn day with the mercury hovering in the mid to late twenties, the 25-year-old Botha, riding for the Imbuko Pro Cycling team, claimed his maiden […]
Again and again, KAP sani2c delivers the best three days you can have on a mountain bike
The 20th edition of the KAP sani2c saw all three events, The Race, Adventure and Trail, thrill riders from Underberg to Scottburgh on 265 kms of exclusive trails. Through community and landowner relationships, the organisers have crafted a breathtaking amount of singletrack over twenty years, covering 44 farms, a nature reserve, indigenous forest and many […]
In the Sticks Gravel Series to Boost SA Racing
Gravel Racing in South Africa continues to gain popularity and has now been boosted by the launch of the In the Sticks Gravel Series. The five-race series will offer decent prizemoney, media coverage and a high-standard of organisation. The full series will launch in 2025, but an abbreviated three-race version kicks off in July 2024. […]