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Introducing the New DT Swiss 240s Ratchet EXP Hub
In 2019 the renowned Star Ratchet SystemTM had a complete overhaul from DT Swiss, and was introduced to the world in the 180 Ratchet EXP hub. For 2020 we see DT Swiss included these internals in the first of their hub range to receive the “trickle down effect” – the venerable 240s. Increased Bearing Life […]
Video: Rob meets Tahnée Seagrave
“Rob Meets…” is kicking off its fourth season with a tête-à-tête with British downhill mountain biker Tahnée Seagrave. In this first episode of “Rob Meets…” Rob Warner travels to Llanfyllin, in North Wales, to catch up with multiple World Cup Winner Tahnée Seagrave early in 2020. Dubbed by Rob as “the woman who leads the […]
PPA urges government to allow cycling under strict lock down conditions
The Pedal Power Association, South Africa’s leading cycling organisation supports Government’s call to South Africans to adhere to strict regulations as we head for a level 4 lockdown phase, effective 01 May 2020. “President Ramaphosa pointed out that exercise under strict public health conditions will be allowed and it is for that reason, we have […]
Introducing On-demand Insurance from JaSure
You’ve had to pump the brakes on your favourite hobby. Are you still paying for insurance, stationary wheels and all? Enter JaSure, underwritten by Santam — the on-demand insurance app. JaSure gives you the flexibility to switch on your insurance only when you need it. Saturday morning ride? Switch on and we’ve got you covered. […]
Video: Kevin Vermaak Talks About The Cape Epic Cancellation
Gerald de Kock (Toyota Cadence) chats to Absa Cape Epic Founder, Kevin Vermaak, following the cancellation of the event in 2020 due to Covid-19. Vermaak shares insight to the decision, what it means for riders and the event going forward. Video Credit: SuperSport.
Rising Strong – Enter the Lions Karoo to Coast and set your goal for Spring
Vulnerability is not winning or losing – it is having the courage to show up and be seen when we have no control over the outcome. Vulnerability is not weakness, it is our greatest measure of courage. Brene Brown Over the past 21 years that this iconic event has taken place, there have been many […]
The Digital Swiss 5 – Pro and Fan Races by Tour de Suisse Start April 22
April 20, 2020 – The first digital pro cycling races from 22 to 26 April are to be running daily at 5:00 pm CET. Fans are able to ride and compare to the pros on the same courses and dates at 7:00 pm CET. Pro Race Tour de Suisse, ROUVY and Velon launch the first […]
Fox release all-new Transfer plus 34 and DPX2 updates
Fox has announced an all-new Transfer dropper seat post which is lighter, shorter, and more servieable than the previous design. The 34 fork is also now available with the option of a GRIP2 damper. See the press release from Fox below for more details. Press Release All-New Transfer The race-proven transfer seatpost gets lighter and […]
RockShox Updates DebonAir Air Spring For 2021
Press Release The highly-tunable DebonAir air spring is ready for whatever the trail demands. Buttery smooth feel off the top, now optimized to maintain higher ride height and add more confidence on technical terrain. Every millimetre matters, especially when it comes to charging down steep, technical terrain. Based on rider feedback, the updated DebonAir air […]
Fox Announces All-New 38 Enduro Fork, Plus 36 And 40 Updates
Fox today revealed major updates to their 36 and 40 forks along with the announcement of a whole new Fox 38 fork model. The Fox 38 boasts largely the same internals as the 36 but with a stiffer and burlier chassis in the 160 to 180mm travel range. Fox also announced X2 and DHX2 shock […]
Specialized Bicycles Africa steps up to support retailers and riders
Amid the chaos and uncertainty unleashed on the economy by COVID-19, Specialized Bicycles Africa has taken significant steps to support their employees, retail partners and customers during this 21 day lockdown period. The steps taken to support Specialized Bicycles employees, retailers and end consumers- the riders, are four-fold. The company has given all of their […]
Gone Racing: Cape Epic – The Race That Never Was
The Cape Epic is the world’s toughest mountain bike race. Held in the Western Cape region of South Africa, it pits participants against eight days of relentlessly rough terrain with almost constant climbing and descending, and searing temperatures. Riders compete in teams of two but there are no teams cars and no mechanical assistance here. […]