Product/Tech

LONDON (BRAIN) — QUOC has launched a new high-end road shoe to complement its previous models, which include touring and gravel shoes.

Currently available in the U.S. through online vendors, QUOC tells BRAIN it plans to begin distribution through brick-and-mortar bike shops in the U.S. next year.

VENETO, Italy (BRAIN) — Repente has updated its Prime 2.0 saddle to add the Prime 3.0 - 142, a wider saddle that complements its 132mm version.

SAINT AUGUSTIN-DE-DESMAURES, Québec (BRAIN) —Louis Garneau Group is launching the latest version of its collection specifically for gravel riding, called the Groad Collection. 

WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — Marin Bikes is working with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission to recall about 2,100 bikes in the U.S. because their bottom bracket spindles can break. Marin also is working with Canadian authorities to recall about 875 bikes that were sold there.

ETNA, Calif. (BRAIN) — Steve Potts, a co-founder of WTB and a member of the Mountain Bike Hall of Fame, is developing a new line of components that will be produced in Japan and Taiwan by factories including Nitto, Panaracer, Tange-Seiki, Suzue and Tange Tubing.

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (BRAIN) — Küat's Piston Pro X hitch-mounted rack features integrated LED tail lights and pneumatic tire arms with Kashima coating.

LONG ISLAND, N.Y. (BRAIN) — Finish Line released its newest product, FiberLink Tubeless Sealant, a low-viscosity latex formula that seals punctures up to 8mm.

WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — Specialized Bicycle Components is recalling about 2,500 first-generation Turbo Levo and Kenevo electric mountain bike battery packs. Water can penetrate the seal around the LED control pad on the bicycle's lithium-ion battery pack and cause the battery to short circuit, posing fire and burn haza

POWAY, Calif. (BRAIN) — Scicon Sports introduces the Aerowing Lamon sunglasses, which feature an innovative shape that it says increases protection and fit while reducing aerodynamic impact.