Momsen introduce the VIPA TRAIL
It’s time. Riding styles and preferences are ever evolving and progressing. The all-new VIPA TRAIL with 120mm of supple, efficient and comfortable travel is the bike that not only heralds the change but also embraces the needs of those who love the DOWNS as much as the UPS. A bike that is just as comfortable […]
First Look: 2017 Momsen VIPA TWO
In 2017, we’re introducing the Bike Hub long-term test fleet. We’ll be putting these bikes through their paces as we would our own bikes for an entire year, documenting the highs and lows along the way to give a more thorough and practical review of the bikes. The first bike to arrive is the Momsen […]
Bike Check: Hannele Steyn’s 2017 Momsen VIPA Custom “Last Lioness”
To celebrate Hannele Steyn’s participation in the 2017 Cape Epic, Momsen Bikes have created a very special one-off bike just for her. As one of just 4 people to ever complete all 13 editions of the Cape Epic, Hannele is part of a very exclusive club – known as the Last Lions. What makes Hannele’s […]
Review: Momsen AL229 LSG
When shopping for a budget mountain bike, it’s usually just a straightforward case of specification comparison to determine which bike offers better components for the price. The Momsen AL229 looks to set itself apart, not only in terms of components, but also with its LSG (long, slack geometry) frame design. The Bike The construction techniques […]
First Look Friday: Momsen AL229; Astute Italia Skycarb VT Saddle; Specialized Road Tyres
First Look Friday is an introduction to the gear that we are currently testing for review. This week we’ve got the Momsen AL229; the Astute Italia Skycarb VT Saddle; and a selection of Specialized road tyres. Momsen AL229 The Momsen AL229 is an entry level 29er alloy hardtail, featuring Momsen’s new LSG (Long Slack Geometry) […]
First Look Friday: Titan Sonic; Crankbrothers Highline; Momsen All-Rise; and Camelbak Kudu
First Look Friday is an introduction to the gear that we are currently testing for review. This week we’ve taken delivery of a Titan Sonic Pro dual suspension bike, Crankbrothers’s Highline dropper seatpost, Momsen’s new All-Rise carbon handlebar, and a Camelbak Kudu backpack. Titan Sonic Pro The recently announced Sonic is Titan’s first production dual […]
Review: 2015 Momsen VIPA AC
We’ve had a Momsen VIPA AC in the office for a little while now. Since my own carbon VIPA XT has been sitting in pieces pending a rebuild it was a perfect time to put in some testing. Before we get stuck into the review let me clarify that this is the 2015 spec. Although […]
Review: Momsen LA651
The Momsen LA651 is a women’s specific 650b hardtail. Retailing at just over R7,000 it falls firmly in the entry-level category, however it might be just the ticket to encourage you or your partner to fall in love with biking, without making the huge financial commitment required by a higher specced model. The LA651 is […]
Preview: 2016 Momsen Vipa Trail featuring 27.5+ compatability
At their recent dealer launch event, we spotted the latest iteration of the Momsen VIPA Trail. Scheduled for launch in the second quarter of 2016, the Trail version will provide a longer travel option to the VIPA lineup with a “mild” and a “wild” build option. The Momsen VIPA Trail is set up with a […]
Launch: 2016 Momsen VIPA TEAM, XT and new dual bottle cage adaptor
On Wednesday night Two Wheels Trading launched their 2016 product range at a dealer event in Johannesburg. The all-new Momsen VIPA Team issue and XT were among the items on display. Although we’ve already taken a first look at the Vipa XT on screen, we hadn’t yet seen it in the flesh, nor had we […]
Video: Kargo Pro MTB take 4th in the Cape Epic Prologue
Kicking off the 2015 Absa Cape Epic on the slopes of Table Mountain the boys from Kargo Pro MTB team (Emil Lindgren and Brendon Davids) rode to a solid fourth place. Get a little taste of their prologue experience below. Follow team Kargo Pro MTB – Momsen during the 2015 edition. Twitter – @kargopromtb Look […]
Video: Lindgren and Davids all set for the Cape Epic Prologue
With just one day to go before the start of the 2015 Absa Cape Epic, Momsen riders Emil Lindgren and Brendon Davids take care of that last bit of admin. Follow team Kargo Pro MTB – Momsen during the 2015 edition. Twitter – @kargopromtb Look out for the daily video updates here as they take […]