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CUBE Bikes Launches New Gravel Bike Range for 2025 in South Africa

CUBE Bikes has officially unveiled its latest range of gravel bikes for the 2025 season, setting the stage for a new era in cycling performance and versatility. This highly anticipated collection features state-of-the-art technology, contemporary designs, and an array of options to cater to both seasoned cyclists and newcomers to the gravel riding scene. A […]

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20 Years of Bike Hub

In August* 2024, Bike Hub celebrated its 20th anniversary, and we’re taking a nostalgic look back at how far we’ve come. * We’re not entirely sure of the exact month, but it was around this time. 2004: How it all started What began in 2004 as thehubsa.co.za was initially a simple discussion forum for cycling […]

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Building Back Better: The Elgin Valley Trails Story

Elgin has long been a playground, training terrain, and race location for mountain bikers, but since late 2022 it has evolved into a more unified trail network too thanks to the work of the Elgin Valley Trails pioneers. They have however faced significant challenges in the last two years, mainly due to flooding and erosion. […]

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Cannondale launch innovative custom build program

Cannondale are now giving customers an opportunity to build their own bike from scratch via their innovative Craft Your Ultimate Ride program. This program enables customers to select a Scalpel frame along with a rear shock, fork and/or wheels from Omnico’s range according to their preference and budget. Buyers need to commit to at least […]

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Quarter Turn: Bike Hub Q2 2024 Report

After the first quarter of 2024 we dug into the data to determine how a widespread oversupply crisis in the cycling industry was impacting our marketplace. We saw that it wasn’t all doom and gloom, but noted that we’d need to see consistently stable demand in order to draw meaningful conclusions. Here’s what we found […]

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Your adventure starts with Avalanche

Avalanche is stepping into a new era, and we are inviting you along for the ride. Thirty years ago, Avalanche Bicycles was founded with a spirit for adventure. Our mission has and will always be to develop affordable and reliable bicycles for South Africans of all ages and walks of life. Avalanche’s new range is […]

Events

Bike Fest Paarl 2024: South Africa’s Premier Cycling Celebration Returns

Bike Fest Paarl 2024: South Africa’s Premier Cycling Celebration Returns Prepare for an exciting summer as Bike Fest Paarl 2024 kicks off at the Spice Route Wine Estate in Paarl, near Cape Town, from 27 – 29 September 2024. This premier cycling festival promises a weekend filled with cycling activities, exhibitions, and fun for all. […]

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Quarter Turn: Bike Hub Q1 2024 Report

We’ve all heard the rumblings of a global crisis in the bike industry. Full warehouses. Company-wide layoffs. Cut-price sales. Business closures. We were curious to know how this is playing out on Bike Hub. Is it truly all doom and gloom? How are the community of buyers and sellers on Bike Hub being impacted? Will […]

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Cannondale Takes Positive Step To Get More Bikes On The Trails & Road

After months of planning and negotiating, Cannondale South Africa and its dealer network have taken the bold step of adjusting the pricing structure on Cannondale bicycles. “South Africa has a unique economic environment. This coupled with the after-effects of Covid and erratic currency fluctuations have seen bicycle prices skyrocket over the last few years. Our […]

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Introducing Motul Bike Care for peak performance

For over 170 years, owners of powered vehicles have enjoyed the benefits of using Motul’s innovative range of premium automotive and motorcycle fluids and lubricants. With the introduction of the new Motul Bike Care range, cyclists can now enjoy the same performance advantages. Well-known South African distributor of high-quality bicycle brands, Rush Sports, has signed […]

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Toyota Specialized Racing into Season 3 High on Confidence

Founded in 2022 around the 2021 Absa Cape Epic winner, Matt Beers team Toyota Specialized is heading into their third season high on confidence. The squad has expanded to include, Namibian multi-disciplinary champion, Alex Miller and the youthful talent of Johan van Zyl. Already, by late February, the team has amassed a number of major […]

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Giant Bicycles South Africa Partners with Rubicon Great Zuurberg Trek as Official Bike Partner

Addo, Eastern Cape, South Africa, February 2024 – In a significant announcement that promises to elevate the experience of cycling enthusiasts and competitors alike, The Rubicon Great Zuurberg Trek, is thrilled to announce Giant Bicycles South Africa as its official bike partner. This partnership brings together the world-renowned bike brand with one of South Africa’s […]