TECH | COOL GEAR
FRESH FAST FEET
Falke BCool Bike Sock | RRP R180 | falke. co. za If you like your rides fast and your feet fresh, Falke’ s new BCool bike sock is a smart pick. Made from breathable, moisture-wicking yarn derived from recycled materials, it’ s designed for performance with a lighter footprint. There’ s snug arch support, reinforced toe and heel, and mesh ventilation panels for long, hot trail days. It’ s durable, comfy, and well suited for both MTB and indoor training. Available in various colours and sizes, online and in select stores.
FUEL TO GO FAR 226ERS High Fructose Gel | RRP R84.99 | 226ers. co. za You may have seen the bright-coloured drink bottles and number 226 on bikes at global races and wondered what it was. Well, the highly respected sports nutrition brand that’ s named after the kilometres in an Ironman race, which the founder has won, is now in SA. If you’ re chasing endurance gains or digging deep on a big day out, 226ERS High Fructose Gel should hit the mark. Each sachet delivers a solid 55g of carbs and 250mg of sodium, combining maltodextrin and fructose for fast and efficient absorption. The founder’ s mission was to create a gel that kept energy steady without any stomach drama, even deep into multi-hour rides. The Cola and Cherry flavours include a caffeine kick, while the rest keep it calm. It’ s compact, potent and purpose-built for endurance performance. Flavours? Plenty. Bonks? Hopefully no more.
RACK AND ROLL
Thule OutPace 2- or 3-Bike Hitch Rack | RRP R16 999( 2-bike) / R18 999( 3-bike) | thule. com Designed for riders who like all things fast, light and organised, Thule’ s new OutPace platform rack ticks all the boxes. This compact hitch-mount carrier features individual articulated arms with lockable heads to secure a variety of frame sizes and styles – no need for any damage-causing contact between bikes, and for once you can load or unload in any order. The foldable platform stashes neatly when not in use, making it perfect for space-conscious riders with packed man or lady caves, and weekends away in hotels or small guesthouses. A smart, no-fuss solution for modern bike transport. Available from August 2025.
SADDLE UP
Enjoy ProXision Bib Short in Bossanova | RRP R2 350 | enjoy. cc Slicker than the Umko Descent after rain and tougher than Iconic Climb, Enjoy’ s ProXision bibs were built for performance. With a compressive 250gsm Sustain lycra and a 4D ergonomic chamois using Skyve tech, they’ re engineered to keep you cool, comfy and aero when the pace heats up. Flatlock seams, microfibre straps, seamless leg grippers and antibacterial carbon-infused fabric all speak to top-tier race-day comfort. Two integrated rear pockets offer subtle storage, and the bold
Bossanova red colourway means you’ ll stand out for more than just speed. Made right here in the Republic of rad riding.
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