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Shimano 105 Di2 vs SRAM Rival AXS: The 2026 Mid-Tier Road Battle
Shimano 105 Di2 vs SRAM Rival eTap AXS: weights, prices, gearing and which 12-speed electronic groupset is the smarter buy in South Africa.
E-Bikes in South Africa 2026: Are They Worth the Money?
An honest 2026 reality-check on e-MTB and e-gravel bikes in South Africa: motors, range, load-shedding charging, the law, theft and real value.
TQ HPR60 2026: New Motor for Lightweight E-Bikes with More Power and Torque, Same Light Weight
TQ announces the HPR60, a lightweight e-bike motor delivering 60 Nm of torque and 350W peak power with expanded battery options and improved thermal management for 2026 models.
SRAM 2026: New 12 & 13-Speed Force and Rival AXS Groupsets for Road and Gravel
SRAM integrates next-generation Quarq power meters into new Force and Rival AXS groupsets, bringing ±1.5% accuracy and extended battery life to mid-range and entry-level components for 2026.
"A new era of urban ebikes": Bosch launches its first hub motor for electric bikes
Bosch has entered the rear hub motor market with its new Hub Line motor, targeting urban electric bikes with 45Nm torque and 250W power, weighing just 2.3kg paired with a compact 360Wh battery.
Futuristic Prototype Canyon Predict Bike Makes Debut at Eurobike to Define the Future of Rider Safety
Canyon unveils its Predict prototype bike equipped with AI, radar, cameras, and an in-handlebar display to transform cycling safety from reactive to predictive, debuting at Eurobike 2026.
Castelli unveils Hot Weather range with advanced UPF protection
Castelli launches a new Hot Weather collection designed for high-temperature cycling with three core technologies: maximized airflow, accelerated evaporation, and advanced UPF protection across multiple garment types.
Lazer Introduces the New A-Line KinetiCore Carbon Full Face Helmet
Lazer launches the A-Line KinetiCore, a carbon fiber full-face gravity helmet featuring dual-density impact protection and weighing just 840 grams for size medium.
Pirelli expands its gravel tyre range, quite literally, with new 55mm options
Pirelli has expanded its gravel tyre lineup with new 55mm width options for the Cinturato Gravel RH and RM models, featuring improved rolling resistance and Italian manufacturing.
Garmin quietly releases a key feature that could save you money on replacement parts
Garmin has added component lifespan tracking to its Edge cycling computers, allowing riders to monitor individual drivetrain parts and receive maintenance alerts.
Öhlins Introduces New, Stiffer Downhill Fork Crown for More Responsive Handling
Öhlins unveiled an upgraded crown for its DH38 downhill fork featuring enhanced stiffness and steering precision, developed in collaboration with factory racing teams using motocross-inspired technology.
Will this AI bike light with "real-time intelligence" and automatic turn signals prove a hit on Kickstarter? Plus Kask joins the OTT TT helmet party (yours for £600), China's Seka Bikes lands in UK + more
Kask launched the Mistral 3.0, an ultra-aerodynamic time trial helmet priced at £600 with a distinctively wide visor and claimed watt savings up to 11W at 55 km/h.