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New cycling gear and review articles.
Review: Titan Sonic Pro
The recently announced Sonic is Titan’s first production dual suspension bike, featuring 100 mm of travel front and rear. The Frame The first thing that struck me when I saw the bike in the flesh was just how much the round tubes resemble the elegant simplicity of a steel bike. Cable routing is external all […]
Bike Check: Morewood Zula LT prototype
After a bit of time lost in the wilderness, Morewood Bikes is back. The first new model they will be releasing is the Zula LT. The original Zula was a trail capable marathon racer which many riders ended up riding as a local trail bike. The new Zula LT keeps the 27.5″ wheel platform but […]
Introducing the Zipp 454 NSW carbon clincher
Zipp’s new 454 NSW Carbon Clincher is radical by design, evolutionary by nature. In the natural world, creatures are honed over generations to achieve a competitive edge within their environment. The result of this natural design process is adaptation − new shapes and forms that achieve a higher degree of efficiency and control. Utilizing the […]
Review: Scott Spark 940
The Scott Spark is an iconic cross-country and marathon race bike. While it may have been tempting to stick to a successful formula, Scott took the bold move to completely redesign the Spark range. For 2017, forget what you knew about the Scott Spark as everything from suspension design, geometry, and even the intended riding […]
Introducing the Wolf Tooth Valais 25: Secure, Stable Dropper Post Portage
Like many riders, the Wolf Tooth Components team has recently rediscovered the joys of unencumbered riding, lowering our center of gravity and increasing our freedom of movement by moving gear from our backs to our bikes. While the classic seat pack is a great place to store little-used essentials out of the elements, their mounting […]
First Look Friday: Corse Dopamine; Garmin eTrex 35; and Sexy Socks
First Look Friday is an introduction to the gear that we are currently testing for review. This week we’ve got Corse’s Dopamine rims and hubs, the Garmin eTrex Touch 35, and Sexy Socks. Corse Dopamine hubs and rims Corse Components specialize in the design and manufacture of high-end carbon and alloy cycling components. The hubs […]
Video: When to service your suspension fork
A mountain bike suspension fork needs regular cleaning and servicing to continue operating optimally without causing damage. If done correctly, your fork should last the life time of the bike. Here’s a guide on when you should be servicing your fork and what signs of wear to look out for. In South Africa, we ride […]
Review: Lapierre Xelius SL 500 CP
The Xelius SL sits at the top of Lapierre’s road range alongside the Aircode SL aero frame. With a claimed frame weight of just 850g and professional rider input by the French FDJ cycling team, the Xelius is ready to fight it out with the best of them. The Frame What sets the frame design […]
Schwalbe release Tire Booster for easier tubeless assembly
With the new Tire Booster from Schwalbe, tubeless tyre assembly can be accomplished easily. The light, handy cylinder can be used both statically and on the road. The Schwalbe Tire Booster in use at the Enduro World Series in Finale Ligure. A powerful blast of air is required for tubeless tyre assembly so that the […]
First Look Friday: Titan Sonic; Crankbrothers Highline; Momsen All-Rise; and Camelbak Kudu
First Look Friday is an introduction to the gear that we are currently testing for review. This week we’ve taken delivery of a Titan Sonic Pro dual suspension bike, Crankbrothers’s Highline dropper seatpost, Momsen’s new All-Rise carbon handlebar, and a Camelbak Kudu backpack. Titan Sonic Pro The recently announced Sonic is Titan’s first production dual […]
cSixx launch new 9Series performance chainguides
We have combined our 16 years of chainguide manufacture experience with input from top riders such as Julian Absalon, Christoph Sauser, and the late Burry Stander to produce this no expense spared chainguide. Our new flagship product line: Full carbon Chainguide for single chainring drivetrains, no expense spared. Ultimate performance with the biggest chainring compatibility […]
Bike Check: Stefan Garlicki’s Solid Strike EVO
2016 has had its successes for Stefan Garlicki. He defended his SA National Champs title at Cascades in July, snatched a win in the iXS Downhill Cup, and has been putting up a fight on the World Cup circuit. Stefan rides for Solid Reverse Factory Racing. Photos by Zack Faulkner. Stefan races a Strike EVO […]