Magura and Lightweight Interbike 2015
Magura teases their new wireless electronic dropper post, which is set to be released early next year and shows off the MT7 Race brake.
Video: Magura MT7 Race Brake and Vyron Dropper Post
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Magura paired up USA Tech Rep Jude Monica and the Miserable Champion Shawm Palmer to introduce their retro colored MT7 Race brake and revolutionary new electronic dropper post.
Lightweight introduces a 60mm version of their popular 80mm Fernweg aero wheelset, plus new limited edition products.
Video: Lightweight Fernweg and Urgestalt Bike
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Lightweight Marketing Manager Oliver Kiesel showcases the new Fernweg 60mm and a sexy new limited edition full disc aero wheel.
Magura
Former World Champion Shawn Palmer was on hand at the Magura Booth to give out hand fives and discuss the new Magura MT7 Race Line. The brake harkens back to Napalms glory days with it’s retro color scheme, but it’s use of a carbon master cylinder makes it one of the lightest and most advanced four pot brakes on the market.
In addition to new brakes, Magura was teasing it’s new electronic actuated dropper post which is set to be released early next year. The 150mm post has enough battery capacity for four hundred activations per charge, and a full charge cycle takes roughly three hours. A 3D accelerometer is integrated to the post and will shut the post off to conserve battery life if it determines the bike is sitting idle.
When you reach the limit of the battery, the post enters a safe mode, which disables the lever and forces you to actuate the post via a button located just under the saddle. This forces you to be contentious about each time you activate the post, since the safe mode only has sufficient charge for 20 more adjustments. Charging is done via a Micro USB and communication between the wireless remote and post is done via ANT+ technology.
With it’s proven expertise in hydraulics and development of a successful electronic suspension system, Magura background is uniquely well suited for this project, and the reception has been overwhelming. We can’t wait to get one of these new electronic dropper posts in for evaluation next year.
Lightweight
Due to the popularity of the 80mm Fernweg wheelset, Lightweight is now launching a new 60mm version, that will be available as either a tubular or clincher. Weight for the tubular is 625g and the clincher comes in at 710g. Lightweight claims the weight is great for aero bikes or triathletes in cross winds, especially when riding in the extensions.
The brand was also showcasing a Schwartz edition of their Full Disc TT/Tri wheel, that has been ridden by multiple (unsponsored!) teams in Pro Tours. This black on black limited edition has large but subdued graphics, ceramic bearings, and weighs 790g.
They’ve also teamed up with Urgestalt to create a Lightweight Edition road frame that is intended to compliment the characteristics of their wheelsets.
Gallery: Magura MT7 Race Brake, Vyron Dropper Post and Lightweight Road Wheels
Magura MT7 Brake
- Carbotecture SL brake lever housing and aluminium handlebar clamp
- Ergonomic, 2-fingerbrake lever
- Toolless adjustment of lever reach and bite point
- Forged 4-piston brake calliper with banjo
- MagnetiXchange brake pistons for easy brake pad replacement
- Weight only 375 g
- Compatible with all MAGURA Storm and Storm SL discs
Magura MT7 Brake and Shawn Palmer
- Carbotecture SL brake lever housing and aluminium handlebar clamp
- Ergonomic, 2-fingerbrake lever
- Toolless adjustment of lever reach and bite point
- Forged 4-piston brake calliper with banjo
- MagnetiXchange brake pistons for easy brake pad replacement
- Weight only 375 g
- Compatible with all MAGURA Storm and Storm SL discs
Magura TS8 Forks
DLO²
- Dynamic Lock Out: The lockout system for TS8 and TS6 suspension forks with a Blow-off function and optimized damping. Operated manually (TS6) or with the handlebar remote (TS8 R).
- Open Mode: Maximum sensitivity.
- Close Mode: No bouncing during out-of-the-saddle pedalling.
Magura Vyron Dropper Post Bluetooth
Magura Vyron Dropper Post and Remote
Magura Vyron Dropper Post USB
Lightweight Fernweg Wheel
- High aerodynamics with improved cycling properties
- Best ratio from stiffness to weight
- Braking performance on dry and wet surfaces newly defined
- First selection for mountainous triathlon routes
- Also suited for occasional use in mountains
Lightweight Fernweg Wheel 60mm and 80mm
- High aerodynamics with improved cycling properties
- Best ratio from stiffness to weight
- Braking performance on dry and wet surfaces newly defined
- First selection for mountainous triathlon routes
- Also suited for occasional use in mountains
Lightweight Autobahn and Fernweg Speed
- The fastest wheelset in the fight against the clock
- Excels in aerodynamics, propulsion and speed
- The stiffest, lightest disc in the industry. Period.
Fernweg
- High aerodynamics with improved cycling properties
- Best ratio from stiffness to weight
- Braking performance on dry and wet surfaces newly defined
- First selection for mountainous triathlon routes
- Also suited for occasional use in mountains
Lightweight Gipfelsturm
- Agile and less vulnerable to crosswinds
- Stiff and comfortable at the same time
- The perfect all-round wheelset for very windy conditions and hilly terrain
Lightweight Meilenstein C
- The stiffest wheel in the Lightweight range
- A perfect all-round wheelset, equally at home on the road, in the mountains and in road racing
Lightweight Meilenstein Obermayer
- The stiffest wheel in the Lightweight range
- A perfect all-round wheelset, equally at home on the road, in the mountains and in road racing
Urgestalt Bike
- Frame weight 790 grams
- Urgestalt set weight 1,340 grams including headset, fork and seat post with integrated clamp
- Bottom bracket, Pressfit 86,5 x 41 mm
- Head tube, 1,5" x 1 1/8" tapered
- Compatible with 25 mm tires
- Sporty comfortable long distance driving geometry
- Combines the advantages of the Lightweight wheels in terms of precision, agility, design, safety and exclusivity
- Power transmission carbon fibre structure
- 100 % quality control process
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