Product/Tech
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REXFORD, N.Y. (BRAIN) — PrestaCycle's new PrestaWrap is intended as a long-lasting tire boot for cut or torn road tires.
"It's the dollar bill trick .... on steroids," said PrestaCycle's David Finlayson.
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BOULDER, Colo. (BRAIN) — BRAIN's Gear Guide, an 8-page, advertiser-supported directory to dozens of the latest products on the bike market, is now available for digital reading or download.
The Guide was included as part of the Bicycle Retailer & Industry News Sept. 1 print issue.
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (BRAIN) — The 14th edition of Barnett's Manual DX will be available Sept. 30 and can pre pre-ordered now.
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FRIEDRICHSHAFEN, Germany (BRAIN) — POC has been awarded the Eurobike Award 2019 for the Tectal Race SPIN NFC, a digital helmet which integrates Near Field Communication (NFC) technology to aid user safety and protection by storing a riders medical profile in the helmet.
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EAST DUNDEE, Ill. (BRAIN) —, a custom wheel builder, has released a new cyclocross-specific tubular rim. The carbon rim is optimized for 33mm tires and disc brakes, said Robert Curtis, the brand's owner.
![Fox Live Valve won a Eurobike Award this week. Fox Live Valve won a Eurobike Award this week.](https://bicycleretailer.com/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/images/article/eurobike_2019_af_262.jpg?itok=ptF1dMv0)
FRIEDRICHSHAFEN, Germany (BRAIN) — A year after launching its electronically controlled mountain bike suspension system, Live Valve, Fox Factory has launched a version for e-bikes. The system, being shown at Eurobike this week, uses the Bosch Performance Line CX system with Kiox display.
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FRIEDRICHSHAFEN, Germany (BRAIN) — Perhaps due to the absence of Interbike on this year's trade show calendar, Eurobike seems to have an extra long list of new product introductions this year. Here's a look at a few that have caught our eye so far this week.
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FRIEDRICHSHAFEN, Germany (BRAIN) — When Shimano released details of its 12-speed drivetrain last year, Connex and KMC went to work in earnest.
![Wahoo's KICKR BIKE with a simulated outdoor backdrop. Wahoo's KICKR BIKE with a simulated outdoor backdrop.](https://bicycleretailer.com/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/images/article/wahoo_kickr_bike_wfbike1_2400_-01.jpg?itok=DU0EPCDu)
FRIEDRICHSHAFEN, Germany (BRAIN) — The indoor cycling craze has come to the interior halls of the Messe Friedrichshafen, where a fair chunk of the new product news this year is related to stationary pursuits.
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FRIEDRICHSHAFEN, Germany (BRAIN) — 4iiii, which bought the STAC stationary trainer brand earlier this year, is unveiling its first smart trainer at Eurobike this week.
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BEND, Ore. (BRAIN) — Deschutes Brewery has released a cyclocross-themed North American IPA, called HandUp. The limited edition brew marked Deschutes' sponsorship of Virginia's Blue Ridge GO Cross Race, held last weekend.
![Harley-Davidson's foray into e-bikes is closer to reality. Harley-Davidson's foray into e-bikes is closer to reality.](https://bicycleretailer.com/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/images/article/960x0.jpg?itok=avuxoYqx)
MILWAUKEE (BRAIN) — Harley-Davidson's long-awaited foray into the e-bike market is closer to reality with a new photo of three prototype models on its website but no spec's.
![The EX-5 Smart Connect Bike is for those who prefer the fitness experience on a tablet or phone. The EX-5 Smart Connect Bike is for those who prefer the fitness experience on a tablet or phone.](https://bicycleretailer.com/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/images/article/syjmefvw.png?itok=G0pvITYX)
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (BRAIN) — Echelon Fitness expands its lineup of connected fitness products with the EX-5S Smart Connect Bike, EX-5 Smart Connect Bike, and Reflect 50-inch touchscreen.
![The Azure is State Bicycle Co.'s newest model. The Azure is State Bicycle Co.'s newest model.](https://bicycleretailer.com/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/images/article/file.gif?itok=H1bCxQex)
TEMPE, Ariz. (BRAIN) — The Azure from State Bicycle Co. is a cruiser designed with a nod to "old-school with a touch of new." A step-through frame with a classic look and matching fenders highlight the bike's aesthetics.
![The Continental Terra Trail. The Continental Terra Trail.](https://bicycleretailer.com/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/images/article/continental_terra_trail.jpg?itok=fHEVEaXK)
KORBACH, Germany (BRAIN) — Continental has released two new tread designs for gravel bike use: the TERRA Trail and TERRA Speed.
![LEM's Motiv Air is designed for road, cross country and gravel cycling. LEM's Motiv Air is designed for road, cross country and gravel cycling.](https://bicycleretailer.com/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/images/article/51_1400x.jpg?itok=dSd7Edqt)
MORGAN HILL, Calif. — LEM Helmets — manufacturer of performance cycling helmets for road, mountain, commute and kids — introduces its new Motiv Air cycling helmet.
![The Tiki Kona Boost 01 helmet. The Tiki Kona Boost 01 helmet.](https://bicycleretailer.com/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/images/article/tiki_rudy_boost_side_2_1050x1050.jpg?itok=1JNvjJmH)
Expanding on the success of last year, Rudy Project is pre-selling limited-edition Hawaiian-inspired helmets leading up to the Triathlon World Championships in Kona.
![The rear rack can convert to a scooter-styled seat, and a passenger package is available. The rear rack can convert to a scooter-styled seat, and a passenger package is available.](https://bicycleretailer.com/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/images/article/kt8g5mbu.jpeg?itok=489NTg6d)
SEATTLE (BRAIN) — Rad Power Bikes’ eighth and newest e-bike is its lowest-priced and aimed at the first-time buyer.