Product/Tech
WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — Mondraker USA is recalling about 177 OnOff S9 carbon handlebars spec'd on some complete mountain bikes because they could crack or fracture during use. An additional 52 handlebars were sold in Canada.
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.
ST. PAUL, Minn. (BRAIN) — Park Tool is marking 50 years of its TS-2 Professional Wheel Truing Stand with a limited edition version that is powder-coated gold and includes an engraved numbered nameplate and other special features.
WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — Ritchey Design is recalling about 775 carbon fiber forks because the alloy insert in the front crown can loosen, causing a rack or fender to detach and pose a crash hazard.
One incident was reported of the alloy insert loosening but no injuries were reported.
SEATTLE (BRAIN) — As a graduate student at the University of Colorado, Tripp Hurt co-authored two scientific papers on cycling shoe stiffness, examining how that stiffness affected sprint performance. The conclusion of both studies: It doesn’t.
(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.
WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued its second warning in the past three months about some Ridstar e-bikes, this one concerning the front wheel detaching without warning.
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