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SRAM bring AXS wireless ecosystem to GX Eagle drivetrain
SRAM GX Eagle is getting the AXS treatment which brings the simplicity of wireless to the brand’s popular GX Eagle lineup. Get the details in the press release and video from SRAM below. Press Release With proven AXS wireless technology, and the rugged durability of GX, it’s Eagle at its best. Featuring an expanded 520% […]
Come race your modern gravel bike at NOVA Eroica!
I often get “I thought Eroica was only for vintage bicycles?” … well you’d be correct that Eroica has always been about celebrating vintage cycling culture and the ways things used to be. But Eroica also looks to the future, and just like those early racers took their road bikes to gravel when they had […]
Specialized level-up the Levo with new geometry, firmware and a haircut
Specialized have released the latest iteration of their do-it-all electric mountain bike, the Levo. The new Levo brings updated (and adjustable) frame geometry along with a new wheel size configuration of 29″ up front and 27.5″ in the rear – generally known as a “mullet bike”. A new control unit to improve the ride experience […]
Hayley Preen and Marc Pritzen crowned 2021 South African National Road Champs
Hayley Preen and Marc Pritzen were crowned the 2021 South African National Road Race Champions in Swellendam on Sunday, 21 March 2021. Pritzen claimed the under-23 title in the same race. Preen won the women’s elite road race (133km) in a time of 4:18:06 while Pritzen pipped Willie Smit to the post in a time […]
Ryan Gibbons and Candice Lill claim national time trial titles in Swellendam
On a day not entirely suited to the individual time trial pursuit, Ryan Gibbons (UAE Team Emirates) and Candice Lill (faces.africa) claimed the men’s and women’s National Time Trial titles at the 2021 South African National Road Race and Time Trial Championships in Swellendam. Gibbons completed the 40km men’s time trial course in a time […]
Don’t Be a Fool in April
The hallowed trail network of Piket-Bo-Berg is once again playing host to an open weekend, on 17 & 18 April. Following the spectacular success of their open weekend in October 2020, they’re doing it again. This year with the addition of a trail run. As with last year’s happening, the idea is to raise funds […]
Stand to Win With Takealot and Scicon
To mark the launch of Scicon sport performance eyewear on takealot.com, the online retailer is giving you the chance to WIN a framed pair of Scicon Aeroshade sunglasses signed by 2020 Tour De France winner, Tadej Pogačar (of which there are only 50 pairs available worldwide!) PLUS a pair for yourself. Feeling lucky? Buy any […]
PureMotion Sports to distribute Factor Bikes and Black Inc in South Africa
South African distribution company PureMotion Sports has added Factor Bikes and Black Inc. components to their brand stable. PureMotion Sports will act as the local agency on behalf of the British brands. PureMotion Sports was founded in 2013; since its inception, it has acted as an agent on behalf of some of the most desirable […]
The Iconic Speedplay Pedal Returns With a Wahoo Upgrade
The New Wahoo Speedplay Line Offers Five Options for Road Cyclists and Triathletes Looking for High Performance, Dual-Sided Entry, and Pedal-Based Power Measurement. ATLANTA, March 16, 2021 — Wahoo is proud to announce the first major refresh of the iconic Speedplay brand since the pedals were invented in a California garage 31 years ago. The […]
Video: Addicted to E – Theo Erlangsen
Isolation, alienation, disorientation. They’re all difficult things for those around you to understand. Théo Erlangsen is living through it. Help Theo… Or join in!
Cadence Nutrition sponsors CST PostNL Bafang Racing Team
Founded by Bart Brentjens, the CST PostNL Bafang Mountainbike Racing Team heads into their 13th race season in 2021, fuelled by Cadence Nutrition. Photo credit: Traian Olinici Inspiring people to discover and enjoy the fun and freedom of riding a mountain bike is the driving philosophy of this team. “A successful team beats with one […]
KASK Unveils the Wasabi: A Helmet for All Seasons
Debuted by the INEOS Grenadiers at Strade Bianche, the Wasabi features adjustable airflow channels and a moisture-wicking Merino wool lining – for every ride, whatever the conditions. 9 March 2021 – Chiuduno, Italy: Premium Italian helmet manufacturer KASK today reveals a sneak peak of its latest addition: the Wasabi. A high performance cycling helmet designed […]