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  1. When Renault SA asked me to take the Triber on a micro-adventure up North, there was only one place I was headed. Mpumalanga, and the little town of Sabie. Now the area is obviously most known for MTB and Trail Running but I wanted to head back to this area that I had visited so […] View full article
  2. Must have gear for your next family biking adventure With our countries beautiful scenery, cultural history and unique flora, biking holidays and exploring the great outdoors on two wheels is fast becoming a popular choice amongst families. You’ve done the research and found the perfect destination for your next family bike vacay, now its time […] View full article
  3. The 10th staging of the M&G Investments PE Plett set off on the 23rd of February 2022 from Natures Valley, just 15 minutes outside of Plettenberg Bay. This year sported a number of “ firsts” for the Eastern Cape’s premier four-day stage race. Not only were there several new trails added to the route, it […] View full article
  4. The wait is finally over. Wahoo is proud to announce availability of its highly-anticipated POWRLINK ZERO pedal-based power meter. Based on the iconic dual-entry SPEEDPLAY road pedal system, the POWRLINK ZERO is now available for purchase in both single-sided and dual-sided options. POWRLINK ZERO is built around the legendary SPEEDPLAY ZERO pedal system, which already […] View full article
  5. Choosing between the natural ride feel of rollers and the performance advantages of a smart trainer just got easier. Today Wahoo announced the release of the KICKR ROLLR smart trainer, boasting a dual roller-based design and an impressive set of features that make it a compelling indoor training option for those who want the convenience […] View full article
  6. The Multi-Year Hardware and Software Sponsorship Brings the Only Connected Ecosystem for Indoor and Outdoor Training to Two of the Pro Peloton’s Most Disruptive Teams ATLANTA, GEORGIA, Feb 7, 2022 – Wahoo and EF Pro Cycling, two of the most innovative and disruptive entities in cycling, have joined forces. Starting in 2022 and with a […] View full article
  7. You might know Eroica South Africa as the event that celebrates vintage bicycles and the culture that surrounds these beautiful machines. But since 2018 the NOVA, Eroica’s answer to modern gravel bike racing, has become a big part of the South African event. This year NOVA will run alongside our classic event on the weekend of 6-8 […] View full article
  8. Berg River Dam riding probably needs no introduction but if you haven’t been here yet there is a wide range of different routes that you can do, ranging from beginner to hike-a-bike experts. One of my favourite loops is one that links some of the Green Route with the Yellow Route that takes you up […] View full article
  9. After the successful running of the inaugural FNB Wines2Whales Switchback, the Race with Gees returns to its origins and will take teams from the wines of Lourensford Wine Estate to the whales of Hermanus. Entries are now open! In 2021, the FNB Wines2Whales turned things on their head by switching back on itself and taking […] View full article
  10. Cycling to work is one of the best ways to start the day, especially now that summer has arrived. You get a fresh breath of air and some healthy exercise – not to mention that it is often a very economical alternative. Thule biking backpacks are the ideal solution for storing all your gear and […] View full article
  11. Helping to support your bodyʼs mobility in sporting and everyday activities. Bemvelo Science is committed to bringing world-leading skincare and body products to South Africa. By working closely with our Swiss partners, Swissforce Pharma, we ensure only the highest quality and most innovative products are brought to our market. Since our inception, we have broadened […] View full article
  12. Cape Town based component manufacturer, cSixx, has become well regarded locally and abroad for their range of performance focussed aluminium and carbon bike parts. What started with a gravity focussed carbon chain guide has expanded into an array carbon and aluminium components for mountain bike, road and gravel riders. Founder Mark Hopkins is no stranger […] View full article
  13. Another 12 months have flown by and once again it’s time to look back at the past year on Bike Hub. 2021 gave us some glimpses of normality, with many more cycling events taking place, albeit on a compressed schedule. And while constrained supply fell short of the demand for new cycling gear, many consumers […] View full article
  14. South Africa has some pretty amazing climbs but when it comes to Hors catégorie climbs, they are unfortunately few and far between. For those that don’t know, Hors catégorie is a French term used in stage bicycle races to designate a climb that is "beyond categorisation". View full article
  15. Specialized Bicycles Africa is proud to present the first Specialized Experience Centre in the Southern Hemisphere. Nestled in the vineyards on the historic Blaauwklippen Wine estate, and flanked by the majestic Helderberg and Stellenbosch mountain ranges the Specialized Stellenbosch Experience Centre is ideally positioned to give riders a taste of the best Stellenbosch has to […] View full article
  16. 24 November 2021; Yesterday, Imperial in partnership with Trails South Africa (Trails SA), proudly celebrated the official opening of the first section of the planned 6,000km trail network in the Western Cape. Earlier this year, Imperial announced this partnership with Trails SA, a non-profit company engaged in developing an adventure tourist network in South Africa, […] View full article
  17. Not since 2017 has Philip Buys and his PYGA Euro Steel team stood atop the FNB Wines2Whales podium after a stage of the famous race. Buys and Gert Heyns’ victory on the opening stage in 2021 – on Friday, 12 November – may not in and of itself be surprising, but the margin was unexpectedly dramatic. With open roads and dual track climbs, interspersed with rolling singletracks, the expectation for the day was a tighter stage with a possible sprint finish. View full article
  18. Thule’s latest gear will help get you over the finish line View full article
  19. I recently recovered from quite a nasty crash on the gravel bike in Hogsback. A fractured wrist, nasty concussion and gravel rash in places you wouldn’t think you could get gravel rash, left me off the bike for a good 5 weeks. View full article
  20. The Grindrod Bank Berg & Bush, based just outside Winterton in KwaZulu-Natal, is back, with new trails, new dates, and an event philosophy geared towards maximum rider enjoyment. View full article
  21. Perfect weather and world class routes keep riders smiling in Plettenberg Bay. KWANO Cycling Academy alumni, Anelisa Aries, wins the SCOTT SPARK RC 900 TEAM AXS bike worth over R100 000. Left Joggie Prinsloo / Scott Sports Africa, Anelisa Aries (Kwano Cycling Academy), Clint Cawood (CEO CCPP Group) and Leon Evans aka Dr Evil. View full article
  22. The Western Cape has some pretty epic gravel roads but few compare with the Overberg area. With all the farms in the area, there are hundreds of kilometers of gravel roads meandering through farmlands that are not so far off the beaten track as you might think, with lush canola fields bursting with colour in winter, it is a ride for the senses. This ride route feature is sponsored by GWM We took their P Series Commercial Double Cab bakkie out for the trip, more on the car a little later. View full article
  23. Founded in 2014, every Kogel Bearings product is engineered and assembled in the USA, and are exclusively available in South Africa through ROAM Sports. All Kogel products use, only, the highest quality ceramic bearings and are all backed by Kogel’s industry leading warranty. This 2-year “Guaranteed Performance” warranty, pending annual bearing service and general maintenance, is backed up by ROAM Sports in South Africa. The best-in-industry warranty, for ceramic bearing bike products, means that if a Kogel product fails in the first year ROAM Sports will send you a new unit. Upholding general maintenance, of your bearings, will extend this warranty for a second year. This warranty covers everything, including alloy race corrosion, the most common reason for BB failures. View full article
  24. With international travel not really on the cards for the foreseeable future, you probably aren’t the only one looking out for some local options for a weekend away with the family. Local travel is the perfect way to satisfy that travel craving and let’s be honest, we live in one of the most beautiful countries in the world. People travel from all over the world to visit what we have right on our doorstep. View full article
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