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[Infographic] 2013 Year on The Hub in review – By the numbers

It’s that time again where we look back at the the year that was. Here are some of the numbers and insights behind what went down on The Hub in 2013. Some of you will remember the similar posts from 2011 and 2012. In 2013 we once again saw some great growth in our web […]

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John-Lee Augustyn Excited Ahead Of Season Debut

Cycling fans will be watching the return of John-Lee Augustyn to the professional peloton with bated breath. The South African makes his comeback to the sport after well-documented injury woes disrupted what looked like a promising career. More motivated than ever, Augustyn is back in the saddle and ready to pin on the first race […]

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SCOTT is celebrating 2014 by giving away a product each weekday for January

Starting today, you have the chance to win free SCOTT gear every weekday throughout the month of January. Head over to http://scott2luvit.scott-sports.com/ for your chance to win! Today’s product is the SCOTT Stego, the ultimate way to protect your noggin on those All Mountain/Enduro rides.

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Videos 2013: SA’s memorable moments

A quick round up of some of South Africa’s 2013 cycling memorable moments, from GM’s winning run to an interview with Daryl Impey on leading the Tour de France. What were your highlights? Post them below. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hBzS-pjZB9M An interview with Darly Impey on leading the Tour de France. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iUeOVVdaGJQ Songezo Jim featured as the first […]

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Videos 2013: The Fun Stuff

There was no shortage of great videos this year. But what stood out for us is a giraffe and some crazy bike skills. There’s a host of more videos from this year. What stood out for you? Post them below. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PaksVOgC-Ag He’s just a curious guy, he only wants to say hello. Maybe even play […]

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Video of the Week Two: RockShox Game of Bike – Aaron Chase vs. Kirt Vories

I lied, this is the last video of the week. A couple of mates playing a game of bike. It’s simple, one person does a trick and the other has to repeat it. If you don’t, you get a letter. It carries on until someone spells ‘bike’. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QAUxrFG9Qow I’m definitely going to try this with […]

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Video of the week – Virtu Media 2013 Demo Reel

A last Video of the week for the year and a beautiful one at that. It brings together many aspects of riding and living in the riding lifestyle, albeit a bit flamboyantly. http://www.pinkbike.com/video/340832/

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Review: FUNN Combat II grips

FUNN’s Combat II grips are a bolt on, and forget product that lasts well beyond what the white colour would suggest. Design The FUNN Combat II grips have a ‘waffle’ pattern running almost the length of the grips with the outer edges tapering to meet the clamps and a FUNN logo embossed on the top […]

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Meintjes Picks Up Best African Cyclist Award

Louis Meintjes was named Best African Rider of the Year this week after coming out top in a poll of African cyclists. Image credit: Mjrka Boensch Bees The annual award is conducted by Gabonese organisators of La Tropicale Amissa Bongo. This year, Chris Froome winner of the Tour de France was a member of the […]

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Video: Rocky Mountain’s Rad Santa

A very merry Christmas from Rocky Mountain Bicycles. What are you treating yourself with this festive season? http://vimeo.com/82025914

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Four South African cyclists nominated for 2013 Best African Cyclist of the Year

Four South African cyclists – Dylan Girdlestone, Daryl Impey, Reinhardt Janse van Rensburg and Louis Meintjes – have been shortlisted among 24 nominated candidates for the 2013 Best African Cyclist of the Year award. Image credit: www.supersport.co.za The organisers of the award, who also organise an annual event La Tropicale Amissa Bongo, released a press […]

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Review: G-Form XTREME iPhone 5/5S case

Makers of protective padding for biking, skating and all types of action sports, G-Form have also produced covers for electronic devices using the same Reactive Protection Technology foam material used on their body pads. It’s meant to absorb 90% of an impact but still be squishy to the touch. iPhone cases are a dime a […]