Product/Tech
WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued a warning against using two helmet models from separate Chinese manufacturers because they violate mandatory standards and can fail to protect in the event of a crash. Both sellers have not agreed to a recall nor communicated a remedy.
(BRAIN) — POC's Cytal Lite helmet is designed for riders who want a lightweight option to manage heat with enhanced ventilation.
(BRAIN) — Northwave released its Razer off-road shoe designed for adventures spanning from gravel, XC, bikepacking, and touring. It features a XC 10 sole, dual-layer TPU upper, and X-Dial SLW3 closure system with Velcro strap.
MELBOURNE, Australia (BRAIN) — Knog is recalling an early production run of its Blinder headlights because of potential battery issue that can pose a fire and burn hazard.
(BRAIN) — TRP is now selling branded disc brake bedding machines, made by Sinter in Slovenia. The machines will be available direct from TRP's North American and European offices or through its distributors.
VISTA, Calif. (BRAIN) — Flat repair brand GÜP released the Oversize Puncture System (OPS) that weighs 23 grams and mounts to saddle rails.
(BRAIN) — Park Tool's new ASF-1 repair stand clamp works with non-standard frames including moto-style e-bikes. The company also is offering an optional support fork to better support wide loads such as trikes and front-loading cargo bikes.
PORTLAND, Ore. (BRAIN) — Chris King Precision Components announced securing a patent for its internal cable routed headset design.
(BRAIN) — DT Swiss officially recalled some carbon wheelsets sold aftermarket and on some completed bikes after alerting customers to rim delamination concerns in the flange area earlier this month in a stop-use notice.
WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — After initially declining to issue a recall, Shenzhen Fengqisi Car Industry Co. Ltd. of China will recall about 100 FENGQS F7 Pro e-bikes sold on Amazon because of fire and burn hazards from the lithium-ion battery that can result in serious injury or death.
(BRAIN) — Magura has introduced a new hydraulic mountain bike disc brake that is now available in the U.S.
The MT A2 offers "a super integrative style" with a black finish and brake hoses that run parallel to the handlebar for a modern and minimalistic appearance.
WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — The Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced the recall of 24,000 36-volt lithium-ion batteries used on VIVI e-bikes.
(BRAIN) — DT Swiss has released a letter to customers alerting them to possible problems with some models of its wheels.
The company is telling customers to stop using the wheels while it investigates reports of "spontaneous delamination" of the rims.
WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — About 200 SPPTTY kids bikes sold at Walmart are being recalled because of a risk of death or injury from lead poisoning. The recall involves the 14- and 18-inch models that have multiple components containing lead levels exceeding the federal lead content ban.
WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — Giant Bicycle is recalling about 6,200 Momentum Vida E+ e-bikes because a faulty steerer tube poses a fall hazard. Four cases of a broken steerer tube have been reported, but no injuries resulted.
WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — More than 225,000 helmets branded "509" and "509 for Polaris" are being recalled because they don't provide sufficient protection.
SANTA ANA, Calif. (BRAIN) — Retailers would get more tools and training to process Shimano's Hollowtech II crank recall, and consumers would get an extra two years of warranty coverage under a proposed settlement.
(BRAIN) — Batch Bicycles' new 20-inch mountain bike for kids features age-specific geometry, wide-range gearing, and mechanical disc brakes.
MADISON, Wis. (BRAIN) — Planet Bike has expanded its eco-friendly products to include recycled polycarbonate full bike fenders for commuters, replacing its full-wrap fender offerings.
FRANKFURT (BRAIN) — Eurobike opened its doors Wednesday at the Messe Frankfurt, with 1,500 exhibiting companies from more than 60 nations in attendance.
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