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New cycling gear and review articles.
Review: Lindarets ReMount
The Lindarets ReMount is a novel component that allows one to use an “over the bar mounted” dropper post lever (a Giant dropper post lever in my instance) to be mounted in a more ergonomic position. Very similar to that of a gear shifter. This may seem trivial, but the action on the standard Giant […]
First Look Friday: Transition Patrol, Wolf Tooth Elliptical chainring, Specialized 2FO Clip
First Look Friday is an introduction to the products that we are currently testing for review. This week we’re featuring the Transition Patrol, an elliptical chain ring from Wolf Tooth and Specialized’s 2FO Clip shoes. Transition Patrol The Patrol seemed to enjoy hanging around the office couch. In 2015 Transition released a whole new range […]
New look Qhubeka Buffalo Bicycles
The new Qhubeka Buffalo Bicycles have arrived and they are looking sharp with a glossy black paint job. This is a change from previous Qhubeka Buffalo Bicycles, which were yellow framed bikes with black decals. Sarah Phaweni, Executive Director at Qhubeka, explains that the decision to change to black bicycles with yellow reflective decals was […]
Review: Specialized Zee Cage II & EMT Cage Mount Tool
A bottle cage is often the unsung hero on a bike. We expect it to just get on with the job, but picking the wrong cage can be a frustrating affair. Specialized’s Zee Cage II is a side entry cage that’s available in left or right versions in both carbon or reinforced composite material. Apart […]
BH Bikes to open new Concept Store in Cape Town
BH Bikes, one of the oldest and most prestigious European bicycle brands, will be represented by the Motorlease Group in Cape Town from 1 September 2015. BH G7 Disc Dura Ace BH Lynx 4.8 Carbon 29″ 9.7 BH Ultimate 9.9 29″ BH need no introduction when it comes to road and time trial bikes. Their […]
Review: Lapierre Zesty AM427
The Zesty is available with 29″ wheels with 120mm travel front and rear and 27.5″ with 150mm travel front and rear. Lapierre feel that both wheel sizes offer benefits and that the compromise of making a 130mm+ 29er would be too large. The 27.5″ carries an AM (All Mountain) moniker while the 120mm 29er falls […]
First Look Friday: DVO Diamond fork, Industry 9 hubs, and Praxis gears
First Look Friday is an introduction to the products that we are currently testing for review. This week we’re featuring DVO’s Diamond fork, Industry Nine hubs and Praxis wide cassette and chainring. DVO Diamond DVO (short for Developed Suspension) is led by a team with extensive background in suspension design and riding bikes. They know […]
Introducing SRAM RED eTap electronic road drivetrain
At SRAM, we know that if a technological advancement clutters the experience, it shouldn’t be called an advancement at all. Because it’s a bicycle. It’s supposed to be simple. To make something elegant to the point where it removes what’s in the way… that’s advancement. And that is the standard we held ourselves to while […]
SRAM announces steel 1x chainrings for added durability
The SRAM X-SYNC STEEL 1x chainrings are the perfect replacement ring for the cost conscious with added durability of steel. The same SRAM X-SYNC technology at a price well below competitors’ imitation “narrow wide” rings. Best performing chainrings at the best price. 28-Tooth 30-Tooth 32-Tooth Price $19.99 per ring (all sizes) Sizes 28-tooth (DM, 6mm […]
Introducing the Edge Explore 1000: a GPS bike computer for touring and adventure
Garmin today announced the Edge Explore 1000, an easy-to-use GPS bike computer with cycling-specific maps and points of interest. Ideal for touring and adventure, the Edge Explore 1000 features preloaded Garmin Cycle Map with routable road and bike paths, elevation data, points of interest and address search. Users can discover new routes with its ability […]
Review: American Classic Carbonator wheelset
Following the success of their Wide Lightning wheels launched a couple of years ago, American Classic set out to design and build a carbon version. As one of the latest mountain bike wheels to go hookless, the Carbonator rim uses a much thicker spoke bed and rim wall for great impact resistance and durability. When […]
iSSi Pedals now available in Southern Africa
A collection of pedals featuring a crisp and smooth feeling interface, many vibrant colors, 4 models and 3 spindle lengths. New in 2015 iSSi pedals are iSSi and SPD cleat cross compatible. Choose iSSi for a high performance pedal that fits your bike and your style. Ride iSSi. New in 2015 iSSi pedals are iSSi […]