Product/Tech
MADISON, Wis. (BRAIN) — For the first time in almost three decades, Mongoose is bringing back its Motomag BMX wheels.
(BRAIN) — Cirrus Cycles is now offering a higher rise version of its Kinekt suspension stem, for riders seeking a taller handlebar position.
The new Kinekt Comfort+ 50 Degree Rise Stem has about 1-inch additional rise compared to the original model.
It offers 20mm of anti-vibration travel/
STUTTGART, Germany (BRAIN) — Bosch announced a new e-bike drive unit for racing Wednesday with up to 400% direct support of the rider's power and weighing 6.1 pounds.
Ray Keener offers more tips for quick bike fits for everyday riders.
LOUISVILLE, Colo. (BRAIN) — Pearl Izumi is working with Looptworks to offer big bags and other products made from upcycled excess materials from Pearl Izumi's production.
SEATTLE (BRAIN) — Rad Power Bikes has issued two safety notices instructing bike owners to stop riding some of its RadWagon 4 e-bikes because of a misaligned rim strip and a tire quality issue.
BOULDER, Colo. (BRAIN) — Custom frame maker Mosaic Cycles is adding a stock frame program, offering pre-built frames in stock sizes with custom component builds and frame finishes, with a 2-4 week turnaround.
SEATTLE (BRAIN) — PNW Components' new multi-tool features an integrated Dynaplug tubeless tire repair device in addition to four hex sizes and a Torx T25.
MINNEAPOLIS (BRAIN) — Wolf Tooth Echo Lock-On Grips are made for mountain biking with a rubber grip material and anodized aluminum collars.
TAIPEI (BRAIN) — Saddle maker Velo has a new padding material its rolling out for its own branded saddles and for OEM brands. Velo’s AtmosFoam uses nitrogen in the fluid-foaming process, which the company said reduces the use of chemical additives and helps reduce CO2 emissions.
OXFORD, N.C. (BRAIN) — Tire sealant company Black Ox has released a wax-based chain lube, consisting of a nanoparticle-sized carnauba wax emulsion that contains no Teflon- or petroleum-based ingredients.
Ray Keener offers some quick tips for quick bike fits for everyday riders.
Leading bike and accessory companies are increasingly using the U.S. patent system to protect the appearance of their new products. In the U.S., patents come in two flavors: utility patents, and design patents — with the latter gaining popularity as a form of intellectual property in many industries, including our pedal-based one.
WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — Cervélo recalled its 2022 R5 and Caledonia-5 bikes and its ST31 LT replacement stems because the handlebars can slip in the stem, posing a fall hazard.
DURANGO, Colo. (BRAIN) — Australian trainer brand JetBlack has lowered the retail price of its Volt trainer to $499 to match the new Zwift Hub trainer, which JetBlack manufactures.
MADISON, Wis. (BRAIN) — Saris released its latest direct-drive trainer on Wednesday — the H4 — while also announcing the H3 direct-drive trainer’s retail price has dropped $400.
CORRECTS that the JetBlack Volt trainer was priced at $899 in U.S. dollars (AU$1,200). JetBlack later lowered the Volt price to $499 to match Zwift.
WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — Specialized Bicycle Components expanded its battery pack recall from last year for first-generation Turbo Levo and Kenevo mountain bikes manufactured between 2017-20
(BRAIN) — Unior's new free, web-based app for use with its spoke tension meter allows wheelbuilders to record tension readings and save a record of wheel builds for quality control.
QINGDAO, China (BRAIN) — Magene joins Garmin to offer a rear-facing radar light for cyclists. Magene's L508 will be available soon for consumer purchase on Amazon and the company told BRAIN it is actively seeking wholesale distributors in the U.S.
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