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SAN DIEGO (BRAIN) — E-bike brand Stromer has redesigned its ST2 S-Pedelec model, enhancing its commuter qualities.
A Gates carbon belt drive is utilized for the first time by Stromer for quiet operation, driving hub gears and a rear-wheel motor.

Tagged Electric bike
CORRECTS fundraising goal to $1M.
Smith explains the system at the 2018 Eurobike. BRAIN photo.

BOULDER, Colo. (BRAIN) — CeramicSpeed, known for its low-friction derailleur pulleys and chains, is hoping to raise $1 million in private investment to develop its chainless, low-friction drivetrain, called Driven. CeramicSpeed has formed a new spinoff called Driven Technologies Inc. to develop the system.

Tagged Eurobike

MORGAN HILL, Calif. (BRAIN) — The Roval Control Carbon wheelset offers many of the same features as the team-issued Control SL wheelset at half the price.

(BRAIN) — Tubolito is launching some new mountain bike tubes that have an NFC chip inside, allowing riders to check their tire pressure with a smartphone app.

Lizard Skins Chocolate Brown DSP Bar Tape V2.

AMERICAN FORK, Utah (BRAIN) — Lizard Skins has expanded its line of Dura Soft Polymer bar tape colors to include earth tones for gravel bikes.

FORT COLLINS, Colo. (BRAIN) — Niner Bikes has reintroduced the WFO enduro bike with 180mm suspension up front and 170mm in back.

AMSTERDAM (BRAIN) — E-bike manufacturer VanMoof has developed a removable power source that nearly doubles the energy capacity of its S3 and X3 models.

WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — Brompton, which in March announced a recall independently, is now working with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission to conduct a recall of 600 bikes sold in the U.S. 

Celebrating cycling and music.

PHOENIX (BRAIN) — State Bicycle Co. and the Grateful Dead announced a partnership Tuesday to produce a line of bicycles, apparel, and accessories.

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (BRAIN) — Endura has addressed women's saddle discomfort with a new bib short featuring a pad developed with a group of women road riders and also tested by professional cyclists Lucy Charles-Barclay and Denise Schindler.

LONDON (BRAIN) — Muc-Off added another product to its care and maintenance line with the release of the reuseable Deep Scrubber Gloves.

IRVINE, Calif. (BRAIN) — Sena has released a new smart helmet and multi-sport headset intercom that can be fitted into most bicycle or skate helmets.

KENT, Wash. (BRAIN) — Diamondback Bicycles, a brand owned by Alta Cycling, has unveiled its 2021 spring e-bike collection, which includes four new models back by a new "Get Amped" marketing campaign.

Tagged Electric bike
The clothing manufacturer also is using compostable plastic packing.

BERGAMO, Italy (BRAIN) — Santini Cycling Wear will expand the use of recycled fabrics in jerseys — including the World Champion rainbow jersey — while also partnering with an international compostable packaging company.

Tagged DEI and Sustainability
The e11even Carbon Disc Gravel 38mm wheelset.

CARLSBAD, Calif. (BRAIN) — e11even Bike released carbon and alloy gravel wheelsets featuring center-lock DT 370 hubs.

Coefficient's retail display comes with 25 feature cards for each model.

SEASIDE, Calif. (BRAIN) — Coefficient Cycling is taking a fresh approach to handlebar packaging and display materials. The company said its goal was to provide purchasers of its carbon bars — which sell for $350 and $399, depending on model — with an upscale unboxing experience.

SAN DIEGO (BRAIN) — 100% introduced an accessory line for its Armega mountain bike and moto goggles that minimizes vision loss while riding and racing in muddy conditions.

LONDON (BRAIN) — Muc-Off has developed a spray degreaser designed to work and dry in seconds. The High-Pressure Quick Drying Degreaser utilizes a “zero residue” formula to allow the product to evaporate after application without rinsing.

GREENVILLE, S.C. (BRAIN) — Michelin will unveil its BMX Racing Line in April with two tread patterns. The Pilot SX and Pilot SX Slick will use rubber compounds from Michelin's competition road bike tires.

CINCINNATI (BRAIN) — Infinit Nutrition introduced a new vegan endurance drink mix alternative to its line of dietitian-designed nutrition for endurance athletes.

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