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Podcast #075 – Why did White Industries buy two wheel brands?

White Industries was a long-time supplier to Rolf Prima and Astral Cycling. In fact, they were probably the brand’s largest customers. So why buy them?…

Written by Tyler Benedict February 10, 2023

Battaglin’s shiny Italian lugged steel Portofino G for Gravel goes off-road

A seemingly natural evolution of the updated Portofino R road bike that was just overhauled last December, the new handmade-in-Italy Portofino Gravel is the kind…

Written by Cory Benson February 10, 2023

CHPT3 debuts Transit city riding shoes, teases limited edition Brompton bike

David Millar’s Girona-based cycling clothing and lifestyle brand CHPT3 has just added shoes to their line-up, with the new Transit. Described as a performance urban…

Written by Cory Benson February 10, 2023

Industry Ups & Downs: Look Mum No Hands & Machines for Freedom close, Parlee bankrupt, MIPS declines, Eurobike surges, SRAM grows

Starting off this Friday still quite at the beginning of the year, it’s hard to overlook a bit of a rollercoaster the Cycling Industry is…

Written by Cory Benson February 10, 2023

Kinesis UK to Release Fernweh Titanium Adventure Mountain Bike

We look forward to next week’s CORE Bike Show, where Kinesis UK (and many other brands) are set to show some new bikes for the…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan February 10, 2023

Mission Workshop’s New On-Bike Storage System Everyday Bikepacking Bags

Born from the bike messenger scene, San Fransisco’s Mission Workshop has released its new On-Bike Storage System bags – kinda like a pared-down set of…

Written by Ron Frazelle February 10, 2023

Easton EC90 ALX blends road & gravel ergonomics into ultralight handlebar

Splitting the difference between road and gravel bar flares, the new Easton EC90 ALX gives “all road” riders an ergonomic option for any surface.

Written by Tyler Benedict February 09, 2023

2023 Time Alpe D’Huez road bike mellows out, but not on the climbs

The new Time Alpe d’Huez road bike blends Vectran & Dyneema fibers to create a stronger, smoother frame. Updated geometry, colors, and details help it…

Written by Tyler Benedict February 09, 2023

9 New Colors for Wolf Tooth Echo Lock-On Grips

Wolf Tooth Components adds nine new colors of their popular Echo Lock-On Grip this week. The Echo is a vibration-damping grip that we covered last…

Written by Ron Frazelle February 09, 2023

Fox Racing Release Union Clipless and Flat Pedal MTB Shoes

Fox Racing has entered the footwear market for the first time, today releasing the Fox Union Clipless and Flat Pedal Mountain Bike Shoes. Athletes Greg…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan February 09, 2023

A $799 12 lbs Portable Recumbent Exercise Bike, Anyone?

Excy is looking to help cyclists, and all humans, improve their health with a portable recumbent exercise bike that is lightweight, fold-able, and designed for…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan February 09, 2023

Stashed Products has Two New SpaceRail Systems to Suit Your Bike Storage Needs

Remember that next-level bike storage solution we wrote about last year? The Stashed SpaceRail has revolutionized the way I store my bikes, helping me fit…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan February 09, 2023

RAAW Yalla! DH Bike Adapts with Plethora Adjustable Parameters

RAAW has finally released its very first DH Bike for mass consumption; the RAAW Yalla!. Actually, i’m not using an exclamation mark for effect; that’s…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan February 09, 2023

Pine Cycles Partners with Lunchtime Bike Co. for USA-Made 3-in-1 RASA Dropbar Bike

News from Salt Lake City, Utah, Pine Cycles, the bike company behind the Rasa, “the world’s most versatile bike frame”, is now partnering with Portland,…

Written by Ron Frazelle February 08, 2023

2023 CUBE Stereo ONE, 1 mountain bike family in 5 flavors: Trail to Enduro, plus eMTB

ONE bike for everyone. 2023 Cube Stereo ONE full-suspension mountain bikes reshaped for Downcountry, Trail, All-Mountain & Enduro, plus eMTB with for travel options from…

Written by Cory Benson February 08, 2023

Troy Lee Designs to Protect eBike Riders with Flowline and Flowline SE Helmets

Troy Lee Designs has released its first NTA 8776 Certified helmets; the Flowline and Flowline SE. Both half-shell helmets are aimed at eBike riding, designed…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan February 07, 2023

A new lease on life, watch Magnus Manson BLOOM, from dirt jumps to dusty downhill!

From Forbidden Bike Co: The word ‘Bloom’ can describe a lot. It’s typically reserved for plants and flowers that grow and flourish–against all odds–after they’ve…

Written by Steve Fisher February 07, 2023

Ibis DV9 carbon hardtail returns, shreddier than ever

The Ibis DV9 hits the trails with a familiar looking frame that’s fully updated for modern trail riding (without forgetting its XC heritage). And even…

Written by Tyler Benedict February 07, 2023

Liv Lurra 130mm Hardtail Rolls Up for Performance-Minded Trail Riders

Liv Cycling is modernizing its hardtail offering with the all-new Lurra. It joins the line up beside the Liv Tempt, contrasting against that as the…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan February 07, 2023

Blue Steel Bikes Crafts Custom Steel n’ Ti Models in Wisconsin

Nestled in the Mississippi river valley in Southwest Wisconsin sits Blue Steel Bikes. BSB is a one-man frame builder specializing in steel and titanium bicycle…

Written by Ron Frazelle February 07, 2023

Build Your Own Bamboo Gravel Bike with Latest Kit from Bamboo Bicycle Club

The Bamboo Bicycle Club brings big psych to natural-fiber bikes. Its newest project focuses on what’s arguably cycling’s most in-vogue discipline.

Written by Sam Anderson February 07, 2023

Wahoo KICKR STEER Adds Steering to Indoor Training, Plus New KICKR Race Mode in RGT

Wahoo adds gamified steering to its indoor add-ons to make trainer riding more palatable, with dynamic racing in the future.

Written by Jordan Villella February 07, 2023

Found: Altangle Hangar Turns A Door Frame Into a Bike Repair Stand!

Built by cyclists, for cyclists, Altangle Cycling was founded by Squires Smith and his brother Scott. Together after a lot of years spent “tweaking, modeling,…

Written by Ron Frazelle February 06, 2023

BOGO Bikes & Wheelsets? Marin, Spinergy Offer Crazy Deals

If you’re looking to get more bike for your buck, Marin and Spinergy both have sweet two-for-one deals worth checking out.

Written by Andrew McLemore February 06, 2023

REEB Cycles Limited Edition “Halo Build” SST Packs Cane Creek Helm MKII Sunburst Fork

If the Halo Build has you teetering on the edge of “Add to Basket”, I would recommend you teeter no longer. The REEB Cycles Limited…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan February 06, 2023

State Bicycle Co. is Undefeated with First-Ever Carbon Disc Road Frame

State Bicycle Co, the iconic brand that continues to offer value-packed bicycles like the 4130 Steel collab, and the Black Lable Allroad bike, have dropped…

Written by Ron Frazelle February 03, 2023

Sign Up for Rapha’s Inaugural Bikepacking Yomp Rally (for Free)

Sign up now for a Rapha-hosted, semi-supported bikepacking rally over some of southern California’s best gravel.

Written by Andrew Marshall February 03, 2023

Video: First Look at the New Ventum GS1 Gravel Race Bike

BikeRumors’ Racing Tech Editor Jordan Villella looks at the updated Ventum GS1 gravel bike. The new GS1 boasts an updated geometry for better stability on…

Spotted: Is This a New XC Suspension Fork & Shock From Ohlins?

If you’ve been following the world cross-country mountain bike scene, you’ll notice some team movement this year. Former World Champion Jordan Sarrou announced in November…

Written by Jordan Villella February 03, 2023

Velo Hops on Year of the Rabbit w/ Limited Edition Revo Saddle

Velo Enterprise Co. has been introducing a limited edition Chinese Zodiac saddle every year, starting back in 2015. The Taiwanese saddle master is keeping the…

Written by Ron Frazelle February 03, 2023

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