New Products
LOUISVILLE, Colo. (BRAIN) — Pearl Izumi is working with Looptworks to offer big bags and other products made from upcycled excess materials from Pearl Izumi's production.
SEATTLE (BRAIN) — PNW Components' new multi-tool features an integrated Dynaplug tubeless tire repair device in addition to four hex sizes and a Torx T25.
MINNEAPOLIS (BRAIN) — Wolf Tooth Echo Lock-On Grips are made for mountain biking with a rubber grip material and anodized aluminum collars.
OXFORD, N.C. (BRAIN) — Tire sealant company Black Ox has released a wax-based chain lube, consisting of a nanoparticle-sized carnauba wax emulsion that contains no Teflon- or petroleum-based ingredients.
(BRAIN) — Unior's new free, web-based app for use with its spoke tension meter allows wheelbuilders to record tension readings and save a record of wheel builds for quality control.
QINGDAO, China (BRAIN) — Magene joins Garmin to offer a rear-facing radar light for cyclists. Magene's L508 will be available soon for consumer purchase on Amazon and the company told BRAIN it is actively seeking wholesale distributors in the U.S.
CHICAGO (BRAIN) — Outbound Lighting developed a bike light that features "automotive-grade cutoff beam technology." The Detour is designed for road and gravel riding, in addition to commuting, and is USB-C rechargeable. The horizontal cutoff beam is similar to car headlights and prevents blinding oncoming pedestrians, fellow bikers, and drivers.
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (BRAIN) — Küat's new Piston SR (single rail) bike rack features OneTap hydro-pneumatic tire arms with no contact on the frame.
DURANGO, Colo. (BRAIN) — Active Hydration is the latest drink mix from Tailwind Nutrition, and unlike its signature product Endurance Fuel, it's designed for shorter and less intense workouts.
PORTLAND, Ore. (BRAIN) — Showers Pass introduced what it's calling its most eco-friendly cycling jacket, the EcoLyte Elite. The jacket features 100% recycled polyester fabrics and vent and pocket zippers.
ANTWERP, Belgium (BRAIN) — Classified released its second gravel wheelset. The G19 is a low-profile hookless 19mm-high carbon fiber rim and optimal for 35-61mm tubeless-ready tires.
(BRAIN) — Tern's new NBD model has a step-thru frame for smaller riders and those with mobility or balance issues that make riding a regular frame difficult.
PHOENIX, Ariz. (BRAIN) — State Bicycle Co. released its first e-bike this week, the 6061 eBike Commuter. The Class 1 e-bike features a single-speed drivetrain and an LG-powered motor with up to 100 miles of range per charge.
MILWAUKEE (BRAIN) — Serial 1 released the SWITCH/MTN 27.5 e-MTB, featuring a SR Suntour 120mm fork, mid-mounted Brose S Mag motor, and SRAM SX Eagle 12-speed drivetrain.
CHIUDUNO, Italy (BRAIN) — Kask is producing a limited edition Valegro helmet for next month's Tour de France.
STOCKHOLM (BRAIN) — POC created its first sustainable helmet constructed from 50% recycled material, with each component designed to be recycled at end of life.
IRVINE, Calif. (BRAIN) — ViAir, a 25-year-old company that makes portable air compressors for the automobile, RV and overlanding markets, has a new line designed specifically for bike use.
SEATTLE (BRAIN) — REI Co-op has developed a line of "lifestyle e-bikes," and the two Co-op Cycles models will be available to members exclusively until Sept. 1.
MADISON, Wis. (BRAIN) — Saris' new eBike Charging Station is a public-use, universal e-bike battery charging system that also provides the user with a secure means of parking their bike. The stations can be set up inside or outside in a covered location.
OLATHE, Kan. (BRAIN) — Garmin has made a major upgrade to its flagship GPS bike computer. The new Edge 1040 Solar features solar charging and multi-band GNSS technology to improve location accuracy.
The Power Glass solar charging lens provides for battery life of up to 100 hours in battery saver mode.