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New SRAM X-SYNC direct mount chain rings
Making SRAM 1x even better with the simplicity of the new SRAM X-SYNC Direct Mount chain ring. Engineered in Germany, the new Direct Mount rings bring lighter weight and greater simplicity to XX1, X01 and X1-1400 cranksets. SRAM’s Direct Mount rings give riders the perfect opportunity for a serious upgrade. Crank options After market cranksets […]
XC Champs Re-Sign with Cannondale Factory Racing
As Cannondale Factory Racing enters its seventh season, Manuel Fumic, Marco Aurelio Fontana, and Anton Cooper sign on for 2 more years Cannondale, a premium brand of Dorel Industries (TSX: DII.B, DII.A), and Cannondale Factory Racing are excited to announce that Manuel Fumic of Germany, Marco Aurelio Fontana of Italy, and Anton Cooper of New […]
Torq Zone Academy officially opens its doors
The Torq Zone Academy hit the headlines in August with the announcement of their intention to establish South Africa’s first bicycle technical training facility. The Torq Zone Academy was to offer internationally accredited Cytech™ technical courses exclusively in South Africa. The Torq Zone Academy workshop is fitted with Park Tool USA’s industry-leading range of bicycle-specific […]
Entries open for FNB Magalies Monster MTB Classic
This week entries will open for two of Buffelspoort’s most exciting events, the FNB Magalies Monster Mountain Bike (MTB) Classic presented by ISUZU and the FNB Platinum Trail Run. Taking place at the ATKV Buffelspoort (North West Province) on Saturday, 23 May 2015 and Sunday, 24 May 2015 respectively sport enthusiasts can look forward to […]
Take on the tallest peaks of the Sultanate of Oman at Trans Hajar mountain bike stage race
Don’t miss the Trans Hajar, an awesome new mountain bike stage race set in the highest mountain range of the Sultanate of Oman. In its fifth year but with a completely new 400 kilometre course over five days, the Trans Hajar Mountain Bike Race, driven by Oman Cycling Association, takes in epic scenery, challenging climbs, […]
Another first for RMB Change a Life Zulus
Martin Dreyer’s RMB Change a Life Academy recently enjoyed yet another historic moment in the grassroots development initiative’s journey when emerging marathon star Sthembiso Masango became the first ever black rider to be awarded KwaZulu-Natal colours for mountain biking. RMB Change a Life Academy member Sthembiso Masango (front) recently became the first ever black mountain […]
Multisport athletes count down to the Totalsports Xterra Buffelspoort
Top XTERRA Warriors countrywide are counting down the days to the TOTALSPORTS XTERRA Buffelspoort presented by REHIDRAT® SPORT. Returning to the picturesque Buffelspoort Dam in the North West Province on Saturday, 24 and Sunday, 25 January 2015, sports enthusiasts have a valid reason to spend time outdoors and keep fit this festive season. Nico Sterk […]
Holiday message from Cycling SA President
With South Africa emerging from a very tragic period relating to sports personalities who died so tragically, we also remember our own cyclists, officials and administrators who passed away over the past year. Our thoughts are with their families and friends. May their souls rest in peace. Sport has once again shown its power to […]
Sharks Trail Adventure triple for Andrew Hill
Andrew Hill made it three from three when he clinched victory in the 40km Half Marathon MTB race of the STIHL Sharks Trail Adventure at Summerveld Estate on Sunday, capping off yet another memorable day of family fun and trail adventure through the scenic Shongweni region. Andrew Hill leads Joshua Nelson in the closing stages […]
Fox Factory acquires Race Face and Easton Cycling
Race Face Performance Products Ltd and Easton Cycling President, Chris Tutton, announces the sale of both cycling brands to Fox Factory Holding Corp. (NASDAQ: FOXF) (“FOX”). “FOX is the perfect fit for Race Face/Easton. All three brands complement each other with our distinct high-performance product lines,” said Chris Tutton, President of Race Face/Easton. “The added […]
SA Para team announced for C1 2015 CAC African Continental Champs
Cycling South Africa’s Para-cycling Commission proudly announces the following riders, who have been selected to represent South Africa at the 2015 CAC (African Cycling Confederation) African Continental Track Championships taking place in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa, from 21-25 January 2015. SA National Riders: Dane Wilson Roxy Burns Juan Odendaal The South African team is relishing the […]
Sisonke District welcomes Development Race series
The Development Race Day Series 2014 visited Ixopo Primary School in the Sisonke district of KwaZulu-Natal on Saturday 22 November. KZN Cycling Development Officer, Tyrone Johns, and his team consisting of Phakamane Radebe, Khulekhane Bulose, Manqoba Madida, met with the sports co-ordinator Mr. Mkhize, whose school was on their best behaviour. Out of the 70 […]