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WHAT’S HOT BAR NONE LIQUID VITAMINS NAMEDSPORT Vibracell | RRP R649 | www.namedsport.com LUCKY SIZE 7 LUCK ATOR Road Shoe | RRP R5 499 | www.positivesportssolutions.co.za These feature a carbon sole, a more environmentally sourced rubber outer sole and a microfi bre upper to ensure a stiff but comfortable shoe. The footbed and upper have been redesigned to fi t better with the anatomical shape of the human foot, foregoing the narrow shape of yesteryear. Plus, to ensure they do not end up smelling aft er a few rides, the insole has been silver ion rerated and is 100% breathable. They are available in European sizes 39-47. Each 10ml dose of this liquid multivitamin concentrate is rich in Vitamins A, C, D3, E and B group vitamins, and contains L-Carnitine, L-Glutamine, Glucosamine, Coenzyme Q10, ginseng and a blend of carbohydrates with various assimilation rates. Designed to support your psycho-physical wellbeing during training and racing, the formulation is based on cold-pressed, organically farmed fruit and vegetable juices and is intended to be taken with 120ml of water. ENVE SES Aero Road Bar | RRP R6 900 | www.enve.com Maximise your aero gains by fi tting ENVE’s new aero bar. Not only does it boast wind-tunnel-tested aerodynamic advantages, but it has been designed around electronic drivetrain compatibility. The drop is shaped to reduce your frontal area and make you, the biggest causer of air resistance, more aerodynamic. BE SEEN AND BE SAFE Lezyne Connect 800XL & Strip Drive lights | RRP R2 195 | www.twowheelstrading.co.za Being seen when you’re out on the road is essential for safety, and that’s where these multi- purpose LED cycling lights come in. The combination combines a 800 lumen Drive 800XL front light, which straps securely to all standard bar shapes, and a powerful rear LED tail light. They are both connected to a wireless switch that allows you to toggle through 11 diff erent modes, including two highly disruptive Daytime Flash modes. The front light charges via USB either from your computer or a plug, while the tail light boasts cable-free recharging thanks to a USB stick. Lezyne says the maximum run times are 76 (front) and 30.5 (rear) hours respectively. PRO RUBBER Bontrager R4 Hard-Case Lite Road Tyre | RRP R899 | www.trekbikes.com Bontrager say the R4 Hard- Case Lite Road Tyre is a pro peloton-level tyre that you can fi t to your road bike. It certainly looks fast. Featuring a 220TPI casing, it tyre boasts an ultra-low rolling resistance and oodles of grip. The Hard-Case Lite adds puncture protection without a signifi cant weight penalty – in fact, the claimed weight is just 185g a tyre. VALERIAN STEEL (SPOILER ALERT: IT’S CARBON) Titan Valerian Pro | RRP R33 999 | www.titanracingbikes.com Titan Racing might be known for its superbly aff ordable mountain bikes, but recently it’s have been adding a high-end racing line to its stable. The Valerian Pro is a carbon road bike as raced by the likes of Tiff any Keep (3rd at the 2019 Cape Town Cycle Tour) and Rossouw Bekker of Valley Electrical Titan Racing. The Valerian boasts all the features you would expect from a carbon race bike – like a neatly hidden seat clamp, internal cable routing and fl at-mounted disc brakes. The Pro model rolls on Shimano wheels and Vittoria Rubino tyres, is powered by a Shimano Ultegra drivetrain and is stopped by Ultegra hydraulic disc brakes. Plus the bike boasts Titan’s fi ve-year, multi-user warranty. 60 | TO U R D E F R A NC E 2019