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Review: Darkhorse Bikes Eclipse AL-D1

Darkhorse are no strangers to the South African market having made a name for themselves offering well priced, good quality carbon wheels. Recently the brand made the leap to bikes with the Eclipse range of electric bikes. We tested the Darkhorse Eclipse AL-D1 model. It is a drop bar configuration fitted with SRAM’s Apex1 1×11 HRD groupset, Darkhorse […]

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KASK Expands Partnership with Ironman Global Series

As Official Supplier, the Italian performance helmet brand will have a strong presence at the 2021 IRONMAN Global Series events, as well as offering the chance for triathletes to become a KASK ambassador.   KASK is proud to announce its expanded commitment as the Official Helmet Supplier of the IRONMAN® Global Series for the 2021 season, […]

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PYGA Euro Steel and Motorlease Perigon secure the KAP sani2c titles

PYGA Euro Steel’s Matthys Beukes and Gert Heyns and Motorlease Perigon’s Robyn de Groot and Amy McDougall are the 2021 KAP sani2c champions. Seen at Vernon Crookes Nature Reserve (39km mark) is from left, Matthys Beukes, Philip Buys, Marco Joubert and Arno di Toit. Photo: Anthony Grote. A split second men’s finish saw PYGA Euro Steel’s […]

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Beukes and Heyns extend their lead at KAP sani2c Stage 2

Another exciting finish in the men’s race at stage 2 of the KAP sani2c, but PYGA Euro Steel’s Matthys Beukes and Gert Heyns managed to extend their overall lead by nearly 4 minutes as they charged across the line in a time of 03:24:32 (GC 06:14:45). Philip Buys (right) and Marco Joubert in view (photo […]

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Nail biting finish at KAP sani2c Stage 1

It was a sprint finish as the PYGA Euro Steel team of Matthys Beukes and Gert Heyns took the stage win at day one of the KAP sani2c today, in a time of 02:50:13, just two seconds ahead of teammates Philip Buys and Pieter du Toit. Matt Beers powered across the line just ahead of […]

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Specialized launch slimmed down Kenevo Super Light

Press Release Power up to trail riding’s next level with the Kenevo Super Light and rip the biggest trails like never before. Created by trail riders for trail riders, Kenevo SL is an e-MTB in a class by itself—a previously unattainable combination of light weight, responsiveness, and capability. Ultra-responsive handling and big mountain capability merge […]

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Strong pro field assembled for the 2021 KAP sani2c

The competition is hotting up for the women’s race at KAP sani2c later this week, as Robyn de Groot and Amy McDougall have teamed up at the last minute, and the men’s field has the best of SA men’s mountain biking lining up, on form and ready to race. Competitive Men’s Racing The PYGA Euro […]

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New Specialized Jett kids bikes focus on fit and adjustability

Making kids’ bikes is about supporting and nurturing the spirit of riding from the first moment a kid’s feet hit the pedals. Kick-starting their passion for riding by delivering a great first ride means kids are more likely to keep riding for years to come. ONE SIZE DOESN’T FIT ALL A new bike is a […]

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First look at the Canyon Grizl adventure gravel bike

After turning heads and dividing opinions with the launch of the Grail and its “hover bar” in 2018, Canyon have added a new, more adventure oriented gravel bike dubbed the Grizl. The Grizl builds on the successful formula of the Grail in sticking closely to a geometry mix that Canyon found works well, but amps up […]

Take to the road and explore local on two wheels

How to pack for your family bike adventure: With international travel on hold, local road trips and holidays are on the up. With our beautiful scenery, cultural history and unique flora, biking holidays and exploring on two wheels is fast becoming a popular choice amongst families as a way to enjoy the great outdoors together. […]

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Darkhorse Wheels launches Darkhorse Bikes division with its flagship bike, the Eclipse

Having been in the cycling industry for over 10 years and being obsessed with everything on two wheels, the team behind Darkhorse Wheels saw a gap in the market for a lightweight ebike that is comfortable both on and off road. After over two years in development the team are very pleased to present a […]

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Beers and De Villiers Victorious in 2021 South African XCM Championships

Matt Beers and Yolande de Villiers won the 2021 South African Cross-Country Marathon Championships in Paarl on Saturday, 1 May. The Type{DEV} NanoTime rider dominated the race, virtually from the gun, to win by 5 minutes and 21 seconds. While the women’s race had more drama as the Cycling South Africa commissaires had to adjudicate […]