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This error is something that was only relevant a few of the H1 trainers, and has been corrected with the H2, which has now been shipping for over 1-year. Further firmware updates have helped to address the overheating issue. In terms of our advise, it is correct that we recommend to increase your cadence or alternatively to place your trainer in an area with more ventilation.

Hi all, The sale of PowerTap would mean that Cape Cycle Systems would take over the distribution of the brand in SA, as the SRAM brand is theirs, PowerTap then falls into their portfolio. We will continue to support PowerTap clients until Cape Cycle Systems have fully taken over the brand - although we are unsure of any timelines. You can follow us on Facebook and Instagram to view our developments in the power meter market. Our handles are @bicyclepowertradingsa for both platforms. We’d like to thank you all for your continued support.

Good day Everyone Just to inform and help everyone out who falls upon this topic, We at Bicycle Power Trading are importers and Distributors for Power2Max in South Africa. Should you have any queries regarding Power2Max or any of our brands, please feel free to contact me on 078 708 6908 or check our website out at www.bicyclepower.co.za

Take a look at the Concept Speed Carbon rims, nothing but positive feedback from clients and being direct to consumer means super aggressive pricing. https://www.bicyclepower.co.za/product-category/mountain-bike-wheels/

On the MTB side on things we have two hub options and two rim options. First hub option - Concept Speed 28H 6-bolt 102 point engagement (every 3.5') thru axle with QR end caps, T7075 all 15mm axle for extra stiffness. Boost hubs will be available mid-February 2019. These are usually built into our Carbon 29" XC wheel sets which retail for R12 495.00 these wheels are build with pillar double butted spokes. Second hub option - HOPE Pro 4 MTB. high end hubs with custom colours. these are usually build with Sapim CX ray bladed spokes into our 29" WIDE rims with the wheelset retailing for R16 995.00

All our road wheels come with our own hubs which have a T7075 all 15mm axle both front and rear with ABEC 5 bearings, standard sizing so any bike shop can service. The free hub offers a 30 tooth ring with 6 multi point engagements allowing for free hub engagement every 12' Spokes are Sapim CX-ray bladed with Sapim 16mm brass nipples (we run brass because they stronger, don't corrode and easier to work with). Wheels also include the tubeless tape and valves and then matching QR's (front and rear). Concept Speed carbon specific brake pads are included.

New R40's will be in mid Feb. We will also have the R40 is disc brake mid-Feb.

Just to throw a spanner into the works, and another choice with local support is the Concept Speed rims / wheel sets. Pricing starting from R12 495.00 for a complete XC MTB wheel set with 24mm ID profile and tubeless ready. Sales and feedback thus far have been great. https://www.bicyclepower.co.za/product-category/buy-bicycle-wheels-online/

As suggested above a direct drive trainer will be your best bet. with so many rear axle configurations and cassette types a DD trainer will be easiest. while it is a big pill to swallow at first you will not be disappointed. there many great brands on the market and most will support your rear axle spec. (just check RE the boost rear axle).

Hi. Following on from our call earlier. It seems that in the Watteam Liquidation they have limited access to their app and new installs / sign ups. We are experiencing simular problems with their international support and our requests to a solution around a new install have gone unanswered. For the moment we can do the install on your cranks at the BPT officers. We will re open on the 7th of Jan 19. While not an ideal situation for us, the distributors, to be in and you the user this is the best solution I can officer until Watteam Int. answer my e mails.

Cats out the bag! We have been testing these wheels for some time now to ensure quality and fantastic ride characteristics. We have expanded on our 15 years plus of PowerTap wheel building and now also build all Concept Speed wheels. Road wheels come in a 40mm and 60mm deep rim profile while MTB wheels / rims come in a 24mm or 30mm internal rim profile. All Concept Speed wheels come with a 2-year warranty and 3-year crash replacement policy.

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Hey guys, the Hammer H2 is currently on special at our 947 stand - R15 495.00 incl a FREE 3-month Zwift subscription. Currently the H2 is being reviewed by all major publications including DC Rainmaker, expect a full review in the next week or two. The H2 has just been launch and is only 6 weeks old. We have a demo unit set up at the CC expo for all to test and look forward to seeing you at the stand and answering any questions.

Thanks so much for the awesome message! We are so excited to play a part in Elne's journey and we'll be following her progress throughout Regards The BPT Team.

Saris Bones 3 is on OneDayOnly today. Ideal opportunity to grab a great bike rack just before the festive season travels. https://www.onedayonly.co.za/bones-3-bike-car-mount1.html

For many the weakening Rand has resulted in massive price increases. We now offer the Hammer H2 with a 12-month Zwift subscription from R1 850.00 per month plus 10% deposit. T's&C's apply.

www.saris.co.za our Bones 2 and Bones 3 will work just fine.

Take a look at the PowerTap hubs (super reliable and simply work!) the PowerTap P1 pedals are fantastic value and all PT systems come with a 2 year warranty.

Take a look at the P1 pedals from PowerTap.

Morning all, A price revision has been issued effective immediately for the CycleOps SMART trainers, pricing is as follows, CycleOps Hammer direct drive trainer - R15 995.00 CycleOps Magnus wheel on trainer - R7 995.00 Both come with an industry leading 2 year warranty and built in cadence measurement capabilities. Head over to www.cycleops.co.za for more info. or your nearest stockist.

Given that Zwift only runs on PC, MAC and iOS platforms and Apple TV I would suggest getting an Apple TV 4K for around R2500 from takealot and off you go. The smart trainers will connect via the built in bloothooth connection and give power speed and cadence. Alternatively get an ANT usb, they around R700, and connect up to your PC then HDMI to your big screen if you wish.

So it really depends what you going to use the trainer for? Is it social riding with Zwift or Rouvy when there is a greater focus on route simulation or will you be following a structured training plan? If it is for route simulation best is to get as bigger display as possible, this can be a tablet or a tv screen from a PC. If you following set intervals the phone is great as you can then put your favourite series or sports channel on to help distract you from the pain.

Hi Fanie, I will be having this exact discussion with the Watteam guys at EuroBike, i hope sooner rather than later. The Watteam will however work on the Cannondale SI cranks so if running a SI MTB crank we can assist.

One can most definitely do something like that, however do keep in mind the advantages of a "smart" trainer is the controlled resistance which makes interval training so much easier and efficient. And for the days when you just want to cruse then selecting a route in Zwift or Rouvy and having the trainer adjust resistance is pretty cool. The new Watteam crank based system come in from just R3 995.00 and can easily connect up to Zwift or Rouvy. for more info on the Watteam system see below. https://mailchi.mp/cycleopsvip.co.za/watteam-powermeter-is-now-in-south-africa PowerTap will also pair with all the training apps too - www.powertap.co.za

CycleOps are making powering through winter a little easier this year. The CycleOps Hammer is now available for just R15 995.00 and the Magnus comes at R7 995.00. Pricing is effective immediately. For more information head to www.cycleops.co.za or your nearest stockist.