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(BRAIN) — Delta Cycle has launched a new bike storage product that maximizes floor space while minimizing any required lifting. 

OXFORD, N.C. (BRAIN) — Black Ox debuted its newest product at CABDA East, Black Ox Tails, a blend of specially treated carbon fibers to protect against punctures.

WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — GT Bicycles is recalling about 3,364 GT LaBomba bicycles in the U.S. and Canada because the frames can fail.

WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — Cannondale is recalling some "Dave" 26-inch bikes because of reports of frame failures.

The recall affects model-year 2021 through 2023, with about 660 bikes sold in the U.S. and about 113 sold in Canada. 

(BRAIN) — Tern is entered a new category for its Orox e-cargo bike, which is designed to navigate off-road terrain while hauling passengers, adventure gear or professional gear.

The Orox has dual-battery capability and a Bosch motor, allowing a range close to 200 miles.

(BRAIN) — Delium announced three new 20-inch e-bike tires designed to be puncture resistant and have low-rolling resistance.

WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — Bell Sports is recalling its Soquel youth helmets because the strap anchor can dislodge and fail to protect during a crash, violating the Consumer Product Safety Commission's federal helmet regulation.

Mavic's motor.

After a tumultuous few years, iconic French brand Mavic is looking to regain its footing. And Mavic’s comeback includes a foray into technology based not around wheels, but a bottom-bracket based e-bike motor.

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WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — The Consumer Product Safety Commission on Thursday issued a recall notice for some SRAM 12-speed shift/brake levers.

NextGen 10-inch bike black.

WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — Flat River Group kids' bikes are being recalled because they don't meet several U.S. safety standards.

WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — Box Components is recalling its BMX Race Box One Oversized 31.8 Delta stems because the faceplate can crack and break.

Shimano Technium models.

(BRAIN) — Shimano released three new cycling glasses that the brand says amplify colors and clarity on different types of terrain.

GOLDEN, Colo. (BRAIN) — Carbs Fuel LLC, a sports nutrition startup, has launched a new high-carbohydrate gel that sells at a lower price than similar products on the market.

WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — Pacific Cycle is recalling two e-bike models because the wiring harness that manages the lithium-ion battery charging was improperly assembled and can overheat and catch fire.

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ANAHEIM, Calif. (BRAIN) — Cook Brothers Racing announced details about its new Ghost Works BMX hubs, which are offered in three types: Sprag, Ratchet, and Needle.

WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — Retrospec is recalling its Scout kids' bike helmets because they don't comply with the Consumer Product Safety Commission's coverage, positional stability, and labeling requirements and can fail to protect.

WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — Aventon is recalling about 2,300 Class 2 Sinch.2 folding e-bikes because they can accelerate unexpectedly, posing a crash and injury hazard.

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Bell Slope dark green helmet.

WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — Bell Sports recalled its Slope adult helmets because the strap anchor can dislodge from the helmet, failing to protect in the event of a crash.

PORTLAND, Ore. (BRAIN) — Suweeka will debut its Bike Lifter hitch-rack that can be raised and lowered to roll e-bikes on and off and is accepting pre-orders through its website.

DT Swiss Hybrid 350 hubs

(BRAIN) — DT Swiss has released two lines of e-MTB hubs, complementing its Hybrid wheelsets for e-MTBS and e-utility bikes, which were released several years ago. The new 240 Hybrid and 350 Hybrid hubs allow retailers to put together custom wheelsets with e-bike-suitable hubs. 

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