New State Carbon All-Road Adds Big Updates, Including Magnetic Downtube Storage Box!
Bikes are getting expensive, right? While that is true, there are still many brands focused on creating quality machines that are still attainable. Brands like State Bicycle Co. Need proof? Check out the new 2025 Carbon All-Road. There have been some significant upgrades in versatility, performance, and design, all while keeping the price impressively low. […]
The Affordable New Aventon Abound LR Cargo eBike is Loaded with Cool Features
Aventon has been busy lately. First, back in October ’24, there was the Abound SR (short rack) launch. Then, last month, we attended the launch of the Level 3 commuter. But that was also the launch of the brand new Abound LR (long rack) cargo eBike. The Abound LR has been embargoed until now, and […]
Esker Cycles Hits the Refresh Button on its Hardtail Lineup
Updated Hayduke Lives! Esker Cycles has refreshed and updated most of its hardtail lineup. The two staple hardtails, Hayduke and Japhy, see key geometry updates and some new frame features, while the Lorax Ti and Hayduke LVS only see “minor tweaks”, but that includes the Hitching Post accessory mount. This leaves the Lorax, Smokey, and […]
Small Hands Rejoice, Paul Components Adds New Short Reach Canti Levers
Here’s a little bit o’ news from Chico, California! The crew at Paul Components has just announced new Canti Lever brake levers where the lever blades are designed to sit closer to the bar. This allows riders with a shorter reach to feel comfy with a brake lever made just for them. (Photos / Paul […]
It’s Gravel Sweater Weather with the Newest Versatile Piece from Ornot
There aren’t many cycling materials out there that have the lengthy and glory-filled past of Merino wool. And now, there’s a Gravel Sweater made from the stuff. Yup, that’s right, a Gravel. Sweater. Think of it as a casual-fit Merino wool jersey that lacks a zipper, and something you’d actually want to wear off the […]
Hammerhead Adds Native Extension Library on Karoo for 3rd party Apps
Hammerhead just announced the addition of a Native Extension Library on Karoo. The new library will allow Karoo computer users to customize their computers further with third-party apps, improving the connected rider experience. The Extention Library enables the rider to install third-party apps, directly from the bike computer. (Photos / Hammerhead) “The launch of the […]
Intense Aims to Fix Bike Industry w/ Dealer-Centric Frame First Custom Program
Here’s some interesting news from Southern California’s Intense Cycles. Intense just launched what they’re calling the Frame First Program. It’s an IBD program that’s geared towards helping the Independent Bicycle Dealers (IBD) with the challenges they’ve been facing lately. Intense says the program is designed to “empower the IBD and disrupt the broken industry model”. […]
Ciclovation Releases Gravel Specific Bar Tape, for Gravel Cyclists Only?
Hold up, I’m pretty sure everyone can use this new tape from Ciclovation, not just gravel cyclists. This new Grind Touch_Diamond GXL bar tape is being hawked as “the ultimate handlebar tape for gravel cyclists”. But, Cyclovation goes on to say that the new tape is “designed to deliver control, comfort, and durability on every […]
Thule Hits a High Note with New Verse Hitch Bike Carrier
Today, bike rack giant Thule officially releases a new bike rack developed from the award-winning and pioneering Thule T2 rack line. It seems like Thule has been teasing this rack for years, but now it’s finally ready to hit the roads. The new Verse uses a clean aesthetic with a premium look and fits a […]
Ah, Yeah, Purple Hayes Brakes are Back in a Limited Quantity
Purple seems to be reappearing everywhere lately with new color announcements and prototypes from PNW, WTC, Cane Creek, Stinner, and now Hayes. However, the Hayes Bicycle Group announced the return of the Purple Hayes Dominion A4 Brake, which first appeared as a limited edition back in 2023. It sold out quickly, but now a few […]
