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BEND, Ore. (BRAIN) — Spurcycle has released a limited edition Sapphire Bell. Proceeds from the sale of the bells benefit two nonprofits: San Francisco Bike Coalition and Bend Bikes.

TEMPE, Ariz. (BRAIN) — State Bicycle and global cycling ambassador Erick Cedeño have collaborated on a special-edition of the company's 4130 All-Road bike.

Updated with comments from X-Shifter.
Image from SRAM's application.

SRAM’s recent patent application for an “Electronic Cable Puller” points to the increased integration of bikes and batteries. But it also might lead to some conflict between SRAM and two companies offering products using similar technology.

WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — Quality Bicycle Products issued a recall of Salsa Cycles Cutthroat bikes because the fork legs can crack or break. The recall affects about 600 bikes in the U.S., and another 100 sold in Canada.

BOULDER, Colo. (BRAIN) — Bang & Olufsen is known for sound quality and craftsmanship, and Rapha with performance cycling clothing. Together, they are introducing Beoplay E8 Sport earphones.

WILTON, Conn. (BRAIN) — Cannondale issued a safety notice about the front fender and hardware on its Canvas Neo 1 and Canvas Neo 2 bicycles after receiving reports that the assembly can become detached.

WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — Peloton is recalling clip-in pedals equipped on some of its indoor bikes because they can break during use.

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (BRAIN) — G-Form unveils its new E-Line knee and elbow guards for the aggressive rider tackling technical terrain.

This Bosch-powered e-gravel bike features durability and versatility to tackle any task at 28 mph.

FORT COLLINS, Colo. (BRAIN) — Niner Bikes announced the upcoming release of the Bosch powered RLT e9 RDO gravel bike. It's the third model in Niner's e9 Series of Bosch-powered e-bikes, and it complements the RIP e9 and WFO e9 mountain bikes introduced in July.

Boyd Cycling has launched its new Prologue Series.

GREENVILLE, S.C. (BRAIN) — Boyd Cycling has launched its new Prologue Series, introducing three new carbon road wheelsets all priced at a little more than $1,000.

IRVINE, Calif. (BRAIN) — Sena Technologies Inc., which features Bluetooth communication solutions for powersports and outdoor sports markets, unveiled new cycling helmets at Sea Otter Play in a live webinar with professional cyclist Lex Albrecht.

Delta's new Removable Front Bike Basket.

RANDOLPH, Mass. (BRAIN) — With many families and individuals returning to cycling as a healthy way to socially distance, finding a solution to transport accessories and belongings is paramount. Delta's new Removable Front Bike Basket provides storage for up to 7 pounds while riding. 

Sirrus Sport.

WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — Specialized Bicycle Components has notified the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission about a recall of three Sirrus bicycle models with a crank arm that can fall off.

Recalled Cylinder Cable approximate location.

WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — Pedego has informed the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission that it is recalling six e-bike models because of a fall hazard involving an improperly manufactured electrical cable.

The cable can cause these models to accelerate unexpectedly, posing the user fall hazard:

Tagged Electric bike

(BRAIN) — MET is releasing a new helmet with MIPS technology; the company said the Rivale MIPS model, at $180, "combines an extraordinary price-quality ratio and all of the advantages of the brain protection system against rotational forces."

REI Co-op's cycle brand expands to include big tire and commuter electric-assist bike options.
Co-op Cycles' DRT 4.1 retails for $1,299.

SEATTLE (BRAIN) — REI announced three new models to its Co-op Cycles lineup: a fat-tire mountain bike and two commuter e-bikes. The co-op also announced additional bicycle shop e-bike service capabilities.

DRT 4.1 fat-tire mountain bike

(BRAIN) — Trek Bicycle is getting highly analytical when it comes to how bicycle rims slice through the air.

The new Chater-Lea crank comes in single or double chainring variations.

LONDON (BRAIN) — Chater-Lea, which began making bike components in 1890, was reborn last year after being mothballed for more than 30 years. This summer the reborn UK-based manufacturer launched a new crankset to match the pedal it introduced last year.

Black Ox tire sealant contains carbon fiber strands.

OXFORD, N.C. (BRAIN) — A company with expertise in speciality coatings containing carbon, quartz, and ceramic fibers certainly would seem to have the ideal background to formulate an effective tire sealant.

WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — Cannondale, which issued a safety notice in July about front racks used on some of its Treadwell bike models, is now conducting a recall of the racks with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

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