Pyga Industries Under New Leadership and Expansion to Cape Town
Pyga Industries (PYGA) is pleased to announce that the company has been acquired by new shareholders, marking an exciting chapter in its growth and development. Despite this change, business operations will continue as normal, with a renewed focus on innovation and manufacturing great bikes. As part of this transition, PYGA will be relocating its factory […]
Introducing Elves Bikes South Africa
We’ve been seeing Elves bikes popping up on the roads around Cape Town, and have been curious about the brand for a while now. We met up with David Jenkins, founder of Mickey Llew and the Active Hobo, and now the director of Elves Bikes South Africa, to learn more about the brand, its pedigree, […]
Quarter Turn: Bike Hub Q1 2025 Report
Better late than never. We have switched to a new reporting dashboard and been deep down the rabbit-hole rebuilding reports. Since 2024, we’ve been tracking marketplace data each quarter to spot trends on our platform. With Q1 2025 wrapped up, we have fresh insights into buyer interest, category shifts, and emerging patterns. Dive into the […]
Matt Beers and Keegan Swenson to take on Cape Epic as Team Outride-Toyota-Songo
For the 2025 edition of the ABSA Cape Epic, Outride has joined Matt Beers and Keegan Swenson as teammates under Team Outride-Toyota-Songo. The ABSA Cape Epic 2025 is a multi-day stage race that puts all contenders and equipment to the ultimate test. It is considered one of the most challenging races in the world, with […]
Safari Essence Titan Racing Team Announced, riders Bianca Haw and Danielle du Toit signed
Titan Racing is proud to announce the Safari Essence Titan Racing cycling team for the 2025 season. From the onset, the decision was made to focus their involvement on woman’s cycling, and to support South African talent and help grow the sport, both locally and internationally. With this in mind, the Safari Essence Titan Racing […]
DAS-Hutchinson Announce Partnership with Titan Racing
Titan Racing, the SMART choice in high-performance racing bikes, is thrilled to announce its partnership with the DAS-Hutchinson Women’s UCI Continental Cycling Team. This exciting collaboration marks a major milestone in Titan Racing’s evolution, highlighting the brand’s commitment to both advancing the sport and supporting the development of women’s cycling on the international stage. Over […]
Alan Hatherly joins combined program with Giant Factory Off-Road Team and Team Jayco AlUla
Our champ. Alan Hatherly is changing things up for 2025 with a new team and double duty on the road and mountain. Get the full press release from Giant Bicycles below: Building on a successful 2024 season, the Giant Factory Off-Road Team has assembled a talented squad of cross-country and downhill athletes with its sights […]
2024: Bike Hub Year in Review
As 2024 draws to a close, let’s take a look back at the year on Bike Hub. Our Quarterly reviews have shown that demand is stabilising across categories, indicating that the Covid-induced supply chain crisis is resolving. Against this backdrop, we’ve seen positive growth in website usage and marketplace activity, particularly in the gravel and […]
Vye Cycle Kit Announces Exciting Brand Evolution
Vye Cycle Kit Unveils Brand Evolution, Celebrating Legacy with Uncompromising Quality Cape Town, South Africa — Vye Cycle Kit is proud to announce a transformative rebrand that embraces our enduring legacy while pushing forward with enhanced quality and design. This evolution marks a new chapter, reinforcing our commitment to delivering premium cycling apparel that meets […]
TIME Bicycles Return to South Africa
TIME Bicycles are back on local soil! Known worldwide for their superior craftsmanship, cutting-edge technology, and unmatched ride quality, TIME frames have been cherished by riders seeking ultimate performance. Available as framesets, these elite bicycles offer riders the exciting opportunity to build their dream machine from the ground up, selecting every component to craft a […]
Cape Town Cycle Tour announces Standard Bank and Liberty as new partners
The Cape Town Cycle Tour is proud to announce new partners, Standard Bank and Liberty. As organisers prepare for the 47th Cape Town Cycle Tour, the largest timed bike race in the world, this exciting collaboration heralds a new era, mirrored in both aligned ethos and enthusiasm by all stakeholders. “We are incredibly excited to announce our […]
Quarter Turn: Bike Hub Q3 2024 Report
We’ve been checking in every quarter to assess demand in our marketplace. In the first quarter of 2024 we noted that demand appeared to be stabilising after the COVID bicycle boom, and subsequent reset. In the second quarter of 2024 we saw a 5% increase in demand year on year, offering reassurance that equilibrium has […]