Product/Tech
(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.
WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — Bell Sports is working with the Consumer Product Safety Commission and Canadian authorities to recall more than 31,000 bike helmets because they don't meet the federal safety standard.
WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued a safety warning to consumers to stop riding FENGQS F7 Pro e-bikes because of fire and burn hazards, posing a risk of "serious injury or death."
OLATHE, Kan. (BRAIN) — Garmin's new Edge MTB, is the company's first GPS bike computer specifically made for mountain biking. Special features include recording 5 Hz GPS, which the company said shows riders more trail details, including downhill details.
BEND, Ore. (BRAIN) — Abbey Bike Tools has brought out a cassette lockring tool for the new Shimano XTR Di2 group, which was publicly released this week.
WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — Specialized Bicycle Components is recalling about 11,000 Globe Haul ST and LT e-bikes because the lower portion of the 13-inch telescopic seatpost can break when fully extended.
(BRAIN) — Hubbub's helmet-mounted mirror is made in the U.S., features a large, clear viewing area, weighs only 16 grams. The company said it fits most helmet shells and that, once installed, it's sturdy enough to pick up a helmet. It's easily adjustable and holds its position once adjusted.
BENTONVILLE, Ark. (BRAIN) — Last week BRAIN was in Arkansas for the NBDA Dealer Summit as well as the Bentonville Bike Fest and the conclusion of the inaugural Arkansas Global Cycling Accelerator program. BRAIN is preparing stories for our July magazine about each of the 10 startup companies in the AGCA, but we thought we'd share some sneak peeks of some of the participants, as well as a few other new products on display at the festival and at the Summit.
OFFENBACH, Germany (BRAIN) — CargoMate, a front rack with a quick, tool-free mount system, will launch at next month's Eurobike show in Frankfurt and has been nominated for a Eurobike Award.
ST. PAUL, Minn. (BRAIN) — Park Tool is releasing seven 3D-printing models allowing anyone to print out custom pegboard holders for some of its tools.
LONG BEACH, Calif. (BRAIN) — ACT Lab is offering new pricing programs for its independent third-party testing services that include ISO/IEC 17025 certification for consumer product compliance, including e-bikes.
GLENWOOD SPRINGS, Colo. (BRAIN) — Simplyfast has released a wax-based chainlube called CUBE that comes in block form that can be applied directly to the chain without melting.
WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — Santa Cruz Bicycles is recalling some Heckler 9 e-mountain bikes because the lithium-ion battery can overheat. The Consumer Product Safety Commission has received three reports of fires — including some property damage — but no injuries.
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