Product/Tech
STOCKHOLM (BRAIN) — POC created its first sustainable helmet constructed from 50% recycled material, with each component designed to be recycled at end of life.
IRVINE, Calif. (BRAIN) — ViAir, a 25-year-old company that makes portable air compressors for the automobile, RV and overlanding markets, has a new line designed specifically for bike use.
SEATTLE (BRAIN) — REI Co-op has developed a line of "lifestyle e-bikes," and the two Co-op Cycles models will be available to members exclusively until Sept. 1.
WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — Brompton Electric Folding Bicycles is recalling some 16-inch models because the front mudguard is positioned too close to the wheel.
(BRAIN) — Shimano's REVO shorts, which are made of upcycled airbag material, won an iF Design Award in the Sport/Bicycle product category. The shorts were entered by Shimano Europe in the Netherlands.
MADISON, Wis. (BRAIN) — Saris' new eBike Charging Station is a public-use, universal e-bike battery charging system that also provides the user with a secure means of parking their bike. The stations can be set up inside or outside in a covered location.
OLATHE, Kan. (BRAIN) — Garmin has made a major upgrade to its flagship GPS bike computer. The new Edge 1040 Solar features solar charging and multi-band GNSS technology to improve location accuracy.
The Power Glass solar charging lens provides for battery life of up to 100 hours in battery saver mode.
LOS ANGELES (BRAIN) — E-bike company Bird developed a new alarm system for its owners in the U.S. The Over-the-Air anti-theft system is now available to current and new Bird e-bike owners.
(PINKBIKE) — Walking around the pits at the Enduro World Series, there was one bike that we caught several fleeting glimpses of, but it was always quickly hidden away. Eventually, I did manage to grab a couple of shots as it stood outside the SRAM pits. It looks like a Nukeproof Megawatt E-MTB with a prototype SRAM motor.
EMPORIA, Kan. (BRAIN) — Chamois Butt'r used the Garmin Unbound Gravel event here this week to announce its new Ultra balm, an anti-chafe balm that the company said is made for the most demanding conditions and the most extreme athletic endeavors.
(BRAIN) — Tern's new Short Haul compact cargo bike is a sister platform to the recently launched Quick Haul e-cargo bikes.
(BRAIN) — Restrap's Bumper Bar is an accessory that serves multiple functions; as a hard point for mounting lights, while also acting as a spacer for any front bags, pushing them upwards and away from the front wheel.
SUZHOU, China (BRAIN) — Bafang's new M410 motor is a makeover of the M400 mid-mount motor, designed for eMTBs, e-trekking and e-cargo bikes
FLETCHER, N.C. (BRAIN) — Cane Creek Cycling Components has released an eeSilk stem to complement its eeSilk seatpost family (released in 2018).
IRVINE, Calif. (BRAIN) — Hammerhead, the GPS cycling computer startup acquired by SRAM in January, says Shimano asked it to remove at least some Di2 functions from its Karoo 2 head units.
SEATTLE (BRAIN) — PNW Components introduced its first women's specific trail apparel, which includes a jersey and shorts.
MADISON, Wis. (BRAIN) — Planet Bike has four new lights: a 1,500 lumen twin-beamed headlight; a 120 lumen front light; and a tail light/headlight combo set.
KOBLENZ, Germany (BRAIN) — Ergon's new GXR grip is a lightweight model without a lock-on clamp and features an ergonomic design that the company says enhances comfort and cushioning.
OLATHE, Kan. (BRAIN) — Garmin has released a rearview radar activated tail light with a built-in camera that continuously records during a ride and saves video if an incident occurs.
MILWAUKEE (BRAIN) — Serial 1 unveiled its second-generation /CTY e-bikes that have Google Cloud connectivity, providing turn-by-turn navigation, bike tracking for security, and recording of ride data.