SAG SET TO SATISFACTION
PRO Shock Pump Team | RRP approx R1 000 | www . pro-bikegear . com Setting your shock pressure and dialling in your sag has never been more important as mountain bike suspension technology continues to evolve and refine . PRO ’ s latest generation shock pump is from Shimano ’ s components and parts brand ’ s premium Team collection of tools . It features a highly accurate digital pressure gauge , a ball head that allows for easy attachment and is capable of inflating to 300psi .
LIKE A BAT OUT OF HELL
BAT Tyre Sealant
| Visit your local bike shop for pricing | www . rushsports . co . za Developed in South Africa and tested in our uniquely harsh conditions BAT Tyre Sealant recently underwent a major facelift and now features a colourful array of cartoon imagery . The tested tubeless sealant remains as good as ever . It has a latexbased formula , which rapidly seals punctures in tubeless tyres and is safe for use in tubes too . If you ’ re an avid home mechanic , it is also available in a 2.5-litre workshop bottle , while for more traditional home users there are
400ml and 125ml bottles .
ASCEND & DESCEND CLIPPED IN
First Ascent Pro Elite MTB shoe | RRP R1 599 | www . firstascent . co . za First Ascent has redesigned its MTB shoes and the new Pro Elite is a significant upgrade on the South African brand ’ s previous models . The shoes are SPD compatible , as you ’ d expect , feature a nylon outsole , a high-density PU upper with vents for cooling , and TPU toe pad covers which protect your feet from the inevitable bumps and knocks which you endure on the trail . Secure and infinitely adjustable closure is ensured by the BOA style Atop locking mechanism . All-told , the Pro Elite MTB Shoe provides exceptional value and guaranteed durability .
ELECTRIC
TRAILS Giant Trans X E + PRO 29 1 | RRP R109 200 | www . giant-bicycles . com The Trans has long been Giant ’ s go-to trail bike . Having updated the platform to accommodate 29er wheels a few years ago , it made sense that the Trans X – as the bike is now known – would get an e-Bike makeover too . Boasting 140mm of rear travel thanks to the Maestro Suspension System and 150mm travel from a Fox 36 Float Performance Elite fork , it is a superbly capable machine . The Giant SyncDrive Pro motor is powered by a EnergyPak 625 battery to produce up to 80Nm of torque and is adjustable via the Giant e-bike app . The addition of a flip-chip in the rear suspension linkage allows you to lower the bottom bracket and slacken the head and seat tube angles . It comes stocked with 2.6in Maxxis Assegai tyres .
STOCKING FILLERS
Versus Christmas socks | RRP R135 | www . versussocks . com If you want to spice up your festive season riding look , or if you ’ re after a fun stocking filler for the MTBers in your life , look no further than the Versus Christmas socks . Versus has done two designs for this year ’ s festive season , a Christmas jersey inspired blue model – complete with reindeer dancing through the snow – and a cheerful red version – featuring Rudolf and his iconic nose . There ’ s also a kids ’ size in the Rudolf design .
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