is there anything better than adding new tech to your ride ? from the unbeatable feeling of new bike day to the small win of new bike light day . here ’ s a selection of the hottest new products to complement the range of bikes featured on page 54 .
With winter upon us , cold and wet rides are inevitable , but cold and wet hands don ’ t have to be . The Giro Xnetic H2O Gloves are ideal for cold-weather riding . They ’ re waterproof but still breathable , keeping your hands warm but not boiling hot . Thanks to a triple layer design , which features what Giro call a RainGuard membrane sandwiched between a durable nylon outer and a hypoallergenic liner , they ’ re designed for temperatures as low as 5 degrees . As a bonus feature , the gloves pack up small and can easily fit into a jersey pocket should the weather warm during the ride .
FANTASTIC MR FOX FOX Speedframe MIPS | RRP R2 489 |
www . foxracing . co . za We ’ ve been long-time fans of helmets with expanded physical coverage , especially for aggressive trail riding . The FOX Speedframe MIPS boasts not only CPSC , EN 1078 and AS / NZS 2063 safety certification but also the added peace of mind provided by MIPS . FOX ’ s 360-degree fit system provides a comfortable and secure fit , and a goggle-compatible 3-position visor . The moisture-wicking liner is removable and washable and the helmet provides good ventilation too . All told , it tips the scales at 360g .
OFFROAD FORAYS
Bontrager Foray Mountain Bike Shoes | RRP R2 999 |
www . trekbikes . com Robust and rugged , the Bontrager Foray Mountain Bike Shoes are built for singletrack adventures . They feature a nylon composite base , with a stiffness index of 6 / 14 , allowing for a compromise between pedalling performance and walking comfort . Their durability is ensured by a strong synthetic upper , with a rubberised GnarGuard around the toe region to protect against rocks , roots and sticks , in addition to a hard-wearing Tachyon outsole . They also boast a BOA L6 dial for a precise fit .
PUMP UP THE VOLUME
PRO Compressor Team Tubeless Floorpump | RRP R2 200 |
www . pro-bikegear . com Seat tubeless tyres , without a compressor or a visit to your nearest petrol station , with the PRO Compressor Team Tubeless Floorpump . The dualpurpose pump is usable as a standard floorpump , or you can pump air into the compressor cylinder and use that air in a single high volume and high pressure burst to seat tubeless tyres . It is capable of delivering up to 12 Bar / 180 PSI in one swift burst , and is compatible with both Presta and Schrader thanks to its Snaplock EZ head .
RACING BROTHERS REVAMPED
Schwalbe Super Race Racing Ralph & Super Ground Racing Ray tyres | RRP R899 each |
www . ikhambi . co . za Dubbed the racing brothers by Schwalbe , these tyres are designed to work in tandem as a XC rear and front tyre combination . The basis for both is Schwalbe ’ s updated rounded blocks ; these Schwalbe says rebound better than its previous generation blocks , helping with cornering traction and reducing rolling resistance . The Super Race Racing Ralph is recommended for rear wheels as it boasts superb drive and a low rolling resistance – partly thanks to the Addix Speed compound , indicated by the red line down the tread . The Super Ground Racing Ray features more aggressive tread blocks and the Addix Speedgrip compound , indicated by the blue line . Both feature Schwalbe ’ s SnakeSkin sidewall protection and , it should go without saying , are also tubeless ready .
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