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Cederberg Circuit: Tips and info for a non-stop, two day or three day ride
For many riders local to the Western Cape the Cederberg needs no introduction as a riding destination. The Cederberg Circuit is a 247km circular route which offers riders the opportunity to explore this majestic area in their own time. It is a proper gem and only 2 hours from Cape Town. For those reading this who aren’t […]
New gravel XPLR Collection from SRAM, Rockshox and Zipp
Press Release The XPLR collection from SRAM, RockShox, and Zipp celebrates a new era of drop bar riding with three product sets to make gravel yours. Every upgrade works great by itself or all together. So pick a path, or mix and match galore. After all, gravel is what you make it. XPLR […]
sani2c nonstop rides again
15 years after the first sani2c nonstop took place, the organisers are excited to introduce a new sani2c nonstop on 3-4 June 2022. Photo: Kelvin Trautman The event is a teamed, point-to-point mountain bike marathon event that starts at midnight on Friday 3 June at the base of the Sani Pass and finishes on Scottburgh beach. […]
How to pick the best bike rack for your car
Buying a bike rack is expensive and it’s really important to understand the various options that are available. Most cyclists are looking for a bike carrier that will be the easiest and most convenient to use, while also keeping their bikes safe, secure and ready to ride when unloading at the destination. Jamie Owen, marketing […]
Titan Racing introduce Nitric eMTB range
Press Release Titan Racing have electrified their mountain bike range with the launch of the all new Nitric. Over the past few years, the South African brand has been knocking out success after success and we predict the Nitric will follow suite. Employing their mantra of being the SMART Choice, you can expect the Nitric […]
Ride Routes: Western Cape’s famed Four Passes
If you have been around the Western Cape road riding scene for a while the chances are you have heard about the Four Passes route. Or perhaps you have already ridden it and experienced one of the Cape’s best road bike loops. If not, hopefully this article will give you some good insight into what is one […]
Review: Westfalia 3-Bike Carrier
The Westfalia Bike Carrier is a towbar mounted bicycle carrier with variations for carrying two or three bikes. Westfalia is a long-established German company. It is notable for inventing the fixed-ball type towbar that this bike rack now attaches. For local support, Westfalia bike racks are distributed within South Africa by Positive Sports Solutions. We tested […]
Shimano introduce new flat and SPD pedals
To maintain its industry-leading pedal platforms, Shimano has released four new Flat pedals – the SAINT PD-M829, the DEORE XT PD-M8141, the SHIMANO PD-GR400, a new Explorer PD-EF102 pedal and an updated version of its SPD SAINT downhill pedal (PD-M821). Shimano has been producing pedal systems since the late 1970s and MTB pedals since 1990. […]
Canyon discontinues direct sales to South African market
When the Corona Pandemic struck the market, Canyon immediately felt the impact of disrupted supply chains, changing demand and skyrocketing logistic costs. In order to maintain our position as a rider-oriented company offering great value and service, Canyon regrets to announce the discontinuation of direct to consumer sales in South Africa as of 31 July. […]
A great weekend escape at all new Gravel & Grape
The Gravel & Grape is your window into the world of the Breedekloof Wine Valley. Three or two days of unbeatable riding (choose from three events!) through the Western Cape’s hidden gem wine region, over and across trails that will delight all levels of mountain biker. Even better, the Gravel & Grape takes place just […]
PRO Launch New Aerodynamic Handlebar and Stem
Launching today (Tuesday 27th July) PRO’s new Vibe Evo handlebars take style, aerodynamic optimisation and ergonomic comfort to a new level with an integral stem, hose and cable integration, top section grips which seamlessly transition into the hoods, all wrapped up in a neat carbon package. As the control centre of the bike, the handlebar […]
Cycles Direct / Specialized West Coast Relocates and Expands
Earlier this year Cycles Direct, also known as Specialized West Coast re-opened their doors and welcomed customers into their new retail space in Sandown Retail Crossing. The store has a long history with the Specialized brand stretching back well before the current subsidiary was formed in 2012. Owner, Gina Wills spent 21 years in the […]