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Shimano Cargo updates e-bike drive for heavy loads, plus huge 220mm rotors will stop you

Shimano Cargo gives two top EP8 & E6100 STePS e-bike motors new e-cargo-specific engine tunes to get the most out of pedal-assist heavy lifting. Plus, with the addition of massive new 220mm rotors and the requisite adapters, you’ll be able to bring any heavily-loaded cargo, eMTB, or gravity mountain bike back down to a safe […]

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Patent Patrol: a cheeky pivoting saddle; a bike that does the work for you

Bicycles have enjoyed a renewed spotlight during Covid as mobility darlings. It should come as no surprise then that inventors are focusing closely on how to make bike riding easier and more comfortable for the masses. Enter the pivoting saddle — the cheeky seat, as I like to call it. The pivoting saddle in this […]

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Get Truckin’, but Watch Your Speed with State Bicycle Co.’s Grateful Dead collaboration

Cyclists aren’t all hippies, but most of us share some common views with the long-hairs; We respect the environment, and we love to enjoy the feeling of freedom! Bike and music lovers State Bicycle Co. have just announced a Grateful Dead inspired collection of goodies, aiming to “spread good vibes and take the recent bike […]

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Bontrager’s $350 Line Comp 30 are ready for impact with all new G609 alloy rim

It’s been a busy couple of weeks for Bontrager – fresh off the release of a new Aeolus road wheel design and now changing gears for a new mountain wheel. Bontrager’s Line wheels are known as wheels that can take punishment and tackle a variety of terrain. We found this valid on the Line Pro […]

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Urban roundup: new Kask helmets, VentaPak commuter bag spacer & Alpen Bike Capsule

Urban bike commuters don’t always get the most cutting-edge technology, but there are plenty of ways to improve the bike-to-work beyond just building e-bikes to flatten the hills. Kask has two new city bike helmets – the Urban R & Moebius, each of which combines safety, style, and a bit of unique commuter tech. Then, […]

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