New Products
BIG FLATS, N.Y. (BRAIN) — Stan's has released a plant-based all-conditions wax chain lube it says works as well as a hot-wax system. Polar Drip Wax bonds to metal at the molecular level, and according to the brand, can last 200-plus miles between applications.
HILDEBRAN, N.C. (BRAIN) — DeFeet International has released a specially designed sock created in response to the flash floods that have devastated communities in Nepal and Tibet.
BIG FLATS, N.Y. (BRAIN) — Stan's has a new biodegradable sealant specifically formulated to road and gravel tires. Only 35ml of Rolled Gold sealant, according to Stan's lab testing, is required for a 700c x 28mm tire, 35% less than the competitive average.
SUZHOU, China (BRAIN) — Bafang announced it will unveil production versions of its two racing e-MTB drive systems at the International Bike Festival on Sept. 4-6 in Misano, Italy. Concepts of the M510RS and M560RS drive systems were first shown at Eurobike in 2025.
LAKE TAHOE, Calif. (BRAIN) — DRIFT Shoes' new product, the Minna, is a waterproof mountain bike shoe that features "an agile feel" without sacrificing its waterproof properties.
LOUISVILLE, Colo. (BRAIN) — Wheels Manufacturing has released its SRAM eight-bolt gravel chainrings. According to the company, the popularity of SRAM's latest gravel drivetrains offers an opportunity to give dealers and riders an aftermarket chainring manufactured in Colorado.
MADISON, Wis. (BRAIN) — Planet Bike has introduced new fender and handlebar tape colors and a fork-mounted headlight mount.
SAN CARLOS, Calif. (BRAIN) — Ritchey has updated Streem dropbar, with a new "modern" shape and a lower price than the bar it replaces. The bars are available in a triple-butted aluminum WCS model and a lower-priced double-butted Comp model.
PORTLAND, Ore. (BRAIN) —Chris King Precision Components is releasing redesigned, lightweight, race-focused, BMX disc hubs, for the first time in eight years.
(BRAIN) — Some Troxus e-bikes now feature the brand's Ride iQ smart technology, which includes security, adaptive performance tuning and real-time ride and battery data.
The technology offers continuous improvements through wireless updates and smartphone integration.
Ride iQ features:
(BRAIN) — Tern's redesigned HSD e-cargo bike model line has four models, including Bosch Class 3 motor and Bosch electronic shifting options. The electronic shifting can be paired with an internal gear hub or a TRP electronic drivetrain.
LANDRUM, S.C. (BRAIN) — Boyd Cycling unveiled its new Sixtus MTB hub for gravity riders this week, featuring what it calls instant engagement and low-drag performance.
(BRAIN) — On Thursday, Selle Italia announced two new lines to its SLR product line, which was introduced earlier this year. The new models are targeted at gravel and endurance riders.
(BRAIN) — Zipp's 404 S wheels are price-point carbon road wheels that build on their predecessor model, the 303 S.
"With a laser focus on paved performance, the 404 S offers advantages over the 303 S in every meaningful way — aerodynamics, hub performance, aesthetics, and price," the company said.
CHICO, Calif. (BRAIN) — Paul Components has offered a quick-release seat collar for many years, and now is launching its first traditional bolt-on collar.
WHEELING, W.Va. (BRAIN) — Warwood Tool Company has launched the Wildland Hoe, a forged 1060 American steel tool built for trail building, brush clearing, land maintenance and field work.
APPLE VALLEY, Calif. (BRAIN) — Torker Racing and Vans are selling a limited edition BMX shoe to mark Torker's 50th anniversary.
Vans produced 300 pairs of the model, which debuted June 5 at the DirtyFest BMX event and on TorkerRacing.com.
SAN CARLOS, Calif. (BRAIN) — Ritchey has expanded its top-tier SuperLogic family with a new line of mountain bike carbon handlebars offered in zero, 20mm, and 40mm rise options.
The comapny said the three shapes give cross-country and all-mountain riders a choice in how they set up their cockpit.
MONTEREY, Calif. (BRAIN) — Kenda Tire has released a new cross-country and down-country tire model, the K Series Dagger, which succeeds the Booster model.

