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Hypercraft Sport Performance sunglasses now feature carbon-infused frames.
100%'s first Sport Performance sunglasses feature UltraCarbon technology.

SAN DIEGO (BRAIN) — 100% has released the first Sport Performance sunglasses featuring UltraCarbon technology, weaving carbon fiber into the nylon to create a lightweight and durable frame.

VP Components is recalling its Harrier and Giant Pinner DH bicycle pedals.

WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — VP Components is recalling its Harrier and Giant Pinner DH bicycle pedals because of concerns the body can separate from the spindle, posing a rider fall and injury hazard.

The pedals are red, silver, or black in color with Harrier or Giant printed on the pedal body.

CHICAGO (BRAIN) — Fix It Sticks, best known for its lightweight wrenches that were launched with the help of crowdfunding campaigns, is launching a new tool designed for professional and home mechanics. The company says its new Ratcheting T-Way Wrench will replace mechanics' 3-way wrench in their apron pockets.

Fox Racing's Speedframe Pro helmet.

IRVINE, Calif. (BRAIN) — A fairly unusual helmet from Fox Racing, marketed for enduro and e-bike use, was the top-scoring helmet in Virginia Tech's latest bicycle helmet ratings. The university has been working with the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety to test helmets using its own protocol.

SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (BRAIN) — Gazelle Bikes' new Class-3 Gazelle Ultimate T10+ brings together the newest generation Bosch Performance Line Speed motor with integrated PowerTube 500 battery, Shimano XT components, and a Suntour suspension fork.

Tagged Electric bike

ST. PAUL, Minn. (BRAIN) — Park Tool has released two hydraulic brake bleed kits, the BKD-1 (for DOT fluid) and BKM-1 (for Mineral Oil). These kits are designed for home and commercial use and include everything needed to bleed most common disc brake systems on the market.

BOULDER, Colo. (BRAIN) — Skratch Labs' newest flavor for its Sport Hydration Mix is Strawberry Lemonade. The mix is now available in 8 flavors.

BEND, Ore. (BRAIN) — Spurcycle, which launched its U.S.-made Spurcycle bell following a 2013 Kickstarter campaign, has launched its new Compact Bell as a follow up. The Compact Bell is optimized for use on flat bars and has a 50% slimmer mount.

IRVINE, Calif. (BRAIN) — Dib Sports' new Dib bottle is a hydration and storage system that fits into standard bottle cages. It consists of five pieces: a hydration cap, hydration bottle, silicone band, storage bottle, and storage cap.

MONTRÉAL (BRAIN) — Boulder Denim's new version of its Denim mountain bike jean will be available for pre-order on March 1. The Denim 3.0 pants feature sustainable organic cotton blended with recycled Coolmax polyester for breathability and Cordura for durability.

GREENVILLE, S.C. (BRAIN) — Boyd Cycling has added the CCC, a gravel-specific alloy wheelset that complements Boyd's current carbon Pinnacle 700c and Jocassee 650b models at $700 retail.

Chrome Industries is producing a 25th anniversary Citizen messenger bag.

PORTLAND, Ore. (BRAIN) — Streetwear brand Chrome Industries turns 25 this year, and it's launching a special-edition Citizen messenger bag to celebrate. 

Recalling its roots, Chrome has given the anniversary edition Citizen four fabric patterns from the past.

VISTA, Calif. (BRAIN) — WEND Bike, which sells a rub-on wax-based chain lube, is now introducing its first liquid chain lube.

Velo Saddles newest creation is the Year of the Rat saddle.

CHICAGO (BRAIN) — Velo Saddles launches its limited-edition Year of the Rat saddle this week at CABDA Midwest, continuing the annual tradition of offering a special saddle to celebrate the Chinese New Year.

Canfield Bikes introduced the fourth-generation Balance.

FRUITA, Colo. (BRAIN) — Mountain bike manufacturer Canfield Bikes today introduced the new Balance, the fourth generation of the brand's signature all-mountain bike.

The Undefeated Road is State Bicycle Co.'s first performance road bike.

TEMPE, Ariz. (BRAIN) — State Bicycle Co. unveils the Undefeated Road, its second geared bike and first performance road bike.

Available with two build options or as a frameset, the Undefeated Road features 7005 double-butted aluminum tubing, an oversized tapered head tube and a full carbon fork.

BOULDER, Colo. (BRAIN) — VeloPress's latest book title is "E-Bike: A Guide to E-Bike Models, Technology & Riding Essentials," by German author Martin Haussermann.

BOULDER, Colo. (BRAIN) — RLE Bike, a Russian-French e-bike brand, has announced a super light e-bike model designed to pair with the Tesla Cybertruck, a stainless-steel clad electric pickup Tesla hopes to put into production next year. 

Tagged Electric bike
TerraTrike Maverick.

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (BRAIN) — TerraTrike's new Maverick model will replace the Rover, which sold more than 16,000 units in its 10-year run.

The Maverick is 5 pounds lighter thatn its predecessor and is compatible with an electric assist Boost Kit. It also has updated styling and more competitive pricing.

Spinergy FCC 32 Carbon wheel.

CARLSBAD, Calif. (BRAIN) — Spinergy says increased efficiency at its factory is allowing it lower prices on its bicycle wheels. 

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