Product/Tech
WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — Thule is recalling some RideAlong rear-mounted kids bike seats because the harness padding can contain an excess of a flame-retardant chemical that can be toxic if ingested or comes into contact with skin or eyes.
GOLDEN, Colo. (BRAIN) — Feedback Sports is celebrating its 20th anniversary with a limited edition version of its top-end Pro Mechanic workstand. The company will produce just 1,000 of the special stands. In other news the company has released three new handtools.
AMERSFOORT, Netherlands (BRAIN) — Babboe has extended its recall of four of its cargo bike models to the United Kingdom over concerns about frame integrity.
PORT COQUITLAM, British Columbia (BRAIN) — Norco's new Fluid VLT E-MTB features a Bosch motor, full carbon frame, and updated geometry.
EAGLE, Colo. (BRAIN) — QuietKat Electric Bikes' new Ranger All Wheel Drive eBike is built on the brand's existing Ranger model, however the AWD version introduces a dual 750-watt motor and a 17.25Ah UL certified battery, coupled with a single-speed drivetrain and a comfort saddle.
SEATTLE (BRAIN) — Diamondback has two new Haanjo gravel bike models available immediately.
The models are the Haanjo 4 EXP and the Haanjo 5.
The Haanjo 4 EXP has 44c tires, Sram Apex 1x11 wide-range gearing, and a GVX front suspension fork.
(BRAIN) — Hayes Performance Systems' new Manitou Mattoc Pro Limited Edition fork borrows its look from Manitou's 1992 fork in a modern version with 34mm stanchions for 29-inch wheels.
(BRAIN) — Delta Cycle has launched a new bike storage product that maximizes floor space while minimizing any required lifting.
OXFORD, N.C. (BRAIN) — Black Ox debuted its newest product at CABDA East, Black Ox Tails, a blend of specially treated carbon fibers to protect against punctures.
WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — GT Bicycles is recalling about 3,364 GT LaBomba bicycles in the U.S. and Canada because the frames can fail.
WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — Cannondale is recalling some "Dave" 26-inch bikes because of reports of frame failures.
The recall affects model-year 2021 through 2023, with about 660 bikes sold in the U.S. and about 113 sold in Canada.
(BRAIN) — Tern is entered a new category for its Orox e-cargo bike, which is designed to navigate off-road terrain while hauling passengers, adventure gear or professional gear.
The Orox has dual-battery capability and a Bosch motor, allowing a range close to 200 miles.
(BRAIN) — Delium announced three new 20-inch e-bike tires designed to be puncture resistant and have low-rolling resistance.
WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — Bell Sports is recalling its Soquel youth helmets because the strap anchor can dislodge and fail to protect during a crash, violating the Consumer Product Safety Commission's federal helmet regulation.
After a tumultuous few years, iconic French brand Mavic is looking to regain its footing. And Mavic’s comeback includes a foray into technology based not around wheels, but a bottom-bracket based e-bike motor.
WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — The Consumer Product Safety Commission on Thursday issued a recall notice for some SRAM 12-speed shift/brake levers.
WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — Flat River Group kids' bikes are being recalled because they don't meet several U.S. safety standards.