Product/Tech
![The Garmin Edge 810 The Garmin Edge 810](https://bicycleretailer.com/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/images/article/rf-lg.jpg?itok=DKmFl4HB)
LAS VEGAS, NV (BRAIN) — Garmin is introducing a variety of new products, including at least two new cycling computers, at this week's massive Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.
![Blackburn Air Tower floor pump Blackburn Air Tower floor pump](https://bicycleretailer.com/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/images/article/airtowershopfloorpump1.jpg?itok=X-TxK5Wt)
BOULDER, CO (BRAIN) — Blackburn's new Airtower Shop Pump is intended for daily use and abuse at the shop level.
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PORTLAND, OR (BRAIN) — Rapha has launched its product line tied to its sponsorship of the Team Sky team, including defending Tour de France champion Sir Bradley Wiggins. Rapha has a four-year agreement with the team.
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LEXINGTON, SC (BRAIN) — The Tacx Blue Motion stationary trainer features a 10-position handlebar-mounted resistance lever and a Neodymium magnetic brake system.
![From the December 2012 BRAIN From the December 2012 BRAIN](https://bicycleretailer.com/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/images/article/Cover_12_1_12.jpg?itok=ngYBG22q)
POSTFACH, Germany (BRAIN) — Disc brakes on road bikes? Not so fast, says Germany’s brake specialist, Magura.
Magura has launched a study logging how a number of test riders use disc brakes over miles of European roads before deciding whether the technology is an option for the company.
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BOISE, IDAHO (BRAIN) — With an eye toward aggressive trail riding, retailer Alan Klarc is setting up in-house fabrication for a line of steel mountain bikes to be sold through his Boise shop, Velomech, starting this spring or summer.
![Deda Elementi Superleggero stem Deda Elementi Superleggero stem](https://bicycleretailer.com/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/images/article/superleggeroStem.png?itok=moZXoca3)
MILAN, Italy (BRAIN) — Deda Elementi is offering a line of 31.7 mm diameter stems and handlebars for 2013, including a sub-100 gram stem.
The company claims its Superleggero stem is the lightest production stem on the market at 99 grams for the 110 mm length.
LANCASTER, PA (BRAIN) — Seatsleev is a minimalist way for riders to carry essentials on the bike. The saddle pack is made of heavy gauge elastic bands and a grippy fabric to hold a tube, CO2 cartridges, tire levers and a multi-tool.
SAN FRANCISCO, CA (BRAIN) — Strava has added more advanced power and heart rate analysis features to its premium subscription service.
![The Gates Pedal Strap Kit The Gates Pedal Strap Kit](https://bicycleretailer.com/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/images/article/Gates%20Strap%20Kits%20-%20Black-Black.jpg?itok=sntYRsHR)
MILWAUKEE, WI (BRAIN) — Fyxation is offering a new kit that includes a Gates pedal strap and a Gates platform pedal. The urban-oriented brand says the straps are becoming a popular alternative to clips and straps or clipless pedals for fixed gear riders and commuters.
![Rudy Project Stratofly Rudy Project Stratofly](https://bicycleretailer.com/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/images/article/GuN3bSqAPurPWm_J_L8xdXMdBUyVL7taqZcFYZ76baA.jpeg?itok=CjhTw3VQ)
DENVER, CO (BRAIN) — Italian sunglass maker Rudy Project is introducing a new model line that it says merges performance features from some of its previous models.
![The 26-inch Norco Havoc The 26-inch Norco Havoc](https://bicycleretailer.com/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/images/article/norco.jpg?itok=lo1sZz-e)
WASHINGTON, DC (BRAIN) — Norco and Wilier Triestina each separately issued bike recall notices Tuesday in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Norco is recalling some 24- and 26-inch-wheeled dirt jumping bikes because the frames can break.
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BOULDER, Colo. (BRAIN) — For roadies who need a little foot warmth, improved aerodynamics and an occasional laugh from the peloton, Podium Shoe Covers makes covers in 12 designs.
Designs include a work boot, dress shoes, roller skates and high heels.
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OXNARD, CA (BRAIN) — Without releasing many details, the Italian component company Tiso announced Wednesday that it will soon release a 12-speed wireless electric road drivetrain.
![Deda Elementi Mnlink seatpost Deda Elementi Mnlink seatpost](https://bicycleretailer.com/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/images/article/MNLINK_7.jpg?itok=7JMSYTci)
MILAN, Italy (BRAIN) — Deda Elementi is now offering a carbon seatpost built for Selle Italia's monolink seat rail standard.
![Smith in his lab Monday. Smith in his lab Monday.](https://bicycleretailer.com/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/images/article/IMG_5126.jpg?itok=LRy5Xo89)
BOULDER, CO (BRAIN) — Visitors to Jason Smith's workshop — should they be far enough down the rabbit hole of bike geekdom to appreciate it — might be treated to a fairly eye-opening demonstration about bike chain friction.
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RAPID CITY, SD (BRAIN) — Strider Sports is introducing a winter accessory for its no-pedal balance bikes. The Snow Strider Ski attachments were designed and built to work with any Strider ST balance bike.