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New cycling gear and review articles.
Video: Patrick Morewood on the Pyga Ninetyfive29c Stage
The Ninetyfive29c Stage has been the cause of much anticipation amongst Pyga fans. The company’s first carbon dual suspension bike is designed for cross-country and marathon racing but with a twist. The frame features a slacker head angle, longer top tube and is designed for use with a shorter stem than most XC bikes on […]
First ride: Yeti SB95C
We took the gorgeous Yeti SB95C for a spin around the 2014 Africa Cycle Fair test track to get an impression of the ride. Watch the edit for our thoughts on Yeti’s 127mm travel 29er speed weapon. The Yeti SB95C comes in various build options. The bike we tested came with an SRAM XO1 drive […]
The new single-sided Vector pedal from Garmin
Garmin Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd., announce the availability of Vector S, a single-sensing system which measures the force on cyclist’s left pedal to approximate total power. Vector S has changed how power is measured and how cyclists get power because it is measured at the pedal, where force is applied. It is a direct measurement […]
First ride: 2015 Giant Trance 2
There’s been much attention on our forums about the 2015 Giant Trance. We were lucky enough to get some time on the Trance 2 at the Africa Cycle Fair. Watch our mini-review of Giant’s R25,999 trail eater.
First ride: Haibike HardSeven SL pedal assist e-bike
The Haibike HardSeven SL makes use of a Yamaha electric motor to assist your pedal stroke. In all other respects, the bike is a normal mountain bike. But does it ride like a mountain bike? Watch our review to find out.
Review: Thule Crossover 32L backpack
A comfortable, well-organised backpack is essential for anyone on the move. If your lifestyle demands mobility or you simply need to arrange your clutter, the Thule Crossover may be the ideal backpack for you. While not explicitly marketed as such, I had this backpack marked as a do-it-all commuter backpack. By that I mean protected […]
2015 products from Cannondale, GT, Bell, Giro and much more.
Omnico recently hosted their annual Roadshow exhibition last week to show off the 2015 bikes and gear. We went along to see what you can expect from Cannondale, GT, Crankbrothers, Mongoose, Bell, Stages and Fabric this coming year. Cannondale Cannondale Scalpel For 2015, there will be no aluminium Scalpels, only carbon framed variants will be […]
GoPro Hero4 availability and pricing
GoPro, enabler of some of today’s most immersive and engaging content, has officially unveiled HERO4, the highest performance line of capture devices the company has ever made. HERO4 is available in two editions, HERO4 Black at RRP R7 499.00 and HERO4 Silver at RRP R5 999.00. GoPro’s Emmy® Award-winning imaging technology combines with enhanced ease-of-use […]
Review: FUNN Fatboy 35 handlebar and Stryge stem
The current trend in mountain biking is towards wider handlebar and shorter stem lengths. To adapt, some manufacturers have began offering fatter handlebar and stem options. Enter the FUNN Fatboy 35 handlebar and Stryge stem, both made to fit an oversized 35mm handlebar diameter. Initial impressions: FUNN Fatboy 35mm My riding preference is already wide […]
Review: Extreme 2K and Extreme 1200 bike lights
Although the days are getting longer with summer approaching, riding in the dark is still something many of us will do. Whether it’s pre-dawn training or a “just-because-you-can” night ride you’ll want a dependable and effective light. Based in Stellenbosch and having been active on the site for a good few years Extreme Lights are […]
Garmin Edge 1000
Garmin Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd, announced the anticipated Edge 1000, a top of the range cycling computer made for cyclists who are looking for improved competitive, connective and navigational features. Whether cyclists are looking for a cycling computer to push them for a personal best or display where they rank against the pros, Edge 1000 […]
Preview: FUNN Fatboy Chameleon handlebar, Tactic and Mamba pedals
When the guys at Performance Bikes told us they had some shiny FUNN gear for us to look at, we weren’t quite prepared for the colour assault our eyes were in for. The main attention grabber being the Fatboy Chameleon bars, although the two pairs of pedals, the cross-country Tactic and downhill Mamba, can’t be […]