Review: cSixx XCM 9Series Wheelset
cSixx is a South African mountain bike component company based in the heart of Cape Town at the foot of Table Mountain. Founded by Mark Hopkins, who has had a hand in Leatt Protection neck braces and Pyga bikes, cSixx has grown to an established industry player with an ever expanding range. Other than the […]
Review: South Industries rims
South Industries is a true South Africa brand with the design and manufacturing of their “handgemaak” carbon rims taking place on local soil. Currently, they have two models to choose from. A 29″ rim intended for cross-country and marathon use, and a beefier 27.5″ rim for all-mountain riding. Both options are available in 28 and […]
Review: American Classic Carbonator wheelset
Following the success of their Wide Lightning wheels launched a couple of years ago, American Classic set out to design and build a carbon version. As one of the latest mountain bike wheels to go hookless, the Carbonator rim uses a much thicker spoke bed and rim wall for great impact resistance and durability. When […]
Stan’s NoTubes release new carbon wheels and Neo hubs
Our entirely new Neo and Neo Ultimate hubs were developed with feedback from some of the best riders in the world. Quicker-engaging and more durable, Neo hubs are designed to let you ride further, faster The Radial Impact Absorbing Carbon Technology and WideRight rim profiles of our new Bravo wheelset were created by listening to […]
Review: American Classic Wide Lightning wheelset
Although not the first to launch properly wide rims, American Classic’s Wide Lightning were the first to offer extra width in a light and strong rim. Billed for anything from XC to Enduro, we put them to test to see for ourselves how they hold up after months of real-life use. With availability in both […]