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Today Pirelli launches the CINTURATO Gravel RC X tyre, the version of its famous CINTURATO Gravel RC made for gravel bikes to take on challenging terrains. Designed for rough roads, mixed terrains, the toughest gravel trails, CINTURATO Gravel RC X is the ideal choice for riders who compete in iconic races of this discipline as […] View full article

Established in 1993, Cube is a German bicycle brand that’s sold in over 60 countries. Although not entirely new to South Africa, Cube is now officially being imported and distributed by CycTec Distribution, an established cycle industry wholesaler that’s committed to ensuring the brand finds stability and enjoys growth through product availability and after-sales support. […] View full article

It’s not disputed that the road riding around the Cape Peninsula is spectacular. We teamed up with Mercedes-Benz to showcase some of the best of our backyard with the help of their V-Class Special Edition on a big day out. No lap of the peninsula would be complete without catching sunrise on the Sea Point promenade. We kitted up parked beside the ocean and took an easy spin towards Suikerbossie waiting for the morning chill to soften. On Chapman’s Peak, we finally caught the sun and stopped to take in the iconic view of Hout Bay and the Sentinel from […] View full article

Last year Berg & Bush established itself firmly on my list of must-do South African mountain bike events. It goes without saying that I leapt at the opportunity to do it again, and fled the miserable Cape winter without looking back. There are three reasons why this event hits the spot: The Season It falls […] View full article

As mountain biking in South Africa matures and the economy tightens, mountain bikers are becoming more and more discerning in how they spend their time and money. When it comes to long stage races, the Momentum Medical Scheme Cape Pioneer Trek, presented by Biogen is a South African favourite and stands out as a sensible […] View full article

Apex is the group that knows how to have a good time. Wide-range 1×12 gearing for gravel, bikepacking, adventure, casual cruises, and everything in between. Whether with wireless AXS or classic DoubleTap mechanical shifting, Apex provides smooth and reliable shifting, chain retention, and controlled and powerful hydraulic braking. Apex is simpleto understand and easy to […] View full article

The road bike tyre made for cyclists who seek comfort, practicality, durability and fun. Pirelli continues the range enhancement of its road bike tyre line by unveiling the CINTURATO Road, the tube-type version of its famous CINTURATO Velo tyre. CINTURATO Road is designed to offer durability, protection, comfort and the most practical assembly experience in […] View full article

The Berg & Bush, one of South Africa’s oldest and most loved mountain bike stage races, is thrilled to announce Standard Bank as their new title sponsor for a period of three years. The Standard Bank Berg & Bush will take place this June in the shape of the three-day Descent (16-18 June) and the […] View full article

Today, ASS MAGIC, South Africa’s premier anti-chafe chamois cream producer, announces a rebrand and exciting expansion of its product line, embracing the company’s evolution and its commitment to meeting the needs of the global sports community. Born from the needs of Chris Wolhuter, former professional cyclist, ASS MAGIC began as a mission to provide affordable […] View full article

When it comes to mountain biking, the ability to stop quickly and confidently is paramount for both safety and performance and one name that stands out is Magura. Renowned for their precision engineering and cutting-edge technology, Magura offers a range of disk brakes that can be classified into three categories: cross country, trail riding and […] View full article

With six days of riding and 526km of pedalling across some of South Africa’s most scenic landscapes through the Free State and into the Drakensberg, in KwaZulu Natal, the Old Mutual go2berg race attracts local and international riders who want to experience the camaraderie of trail riding. Kicking off in the Free State town of […] View full article

The Glacier Storms River Traverse has long been one of the most social stage races on the South African mountain biking calendar. And the 2023 experience will be no different! Hosted at the Tsitsikamma Village Inn, over the weekend from 11 to 13 August 2023, the exceptional landscape, unparalleled trails and world-class water points, provide […] View full article

I have a strict “never let facts get in the way of a good adventure” policy. And I applied this very liberally, when a last-minute call up to the Tanqua Kuru arrived in my inbox late on a Monday afternoon. My first question to Jeremy was, “can I bring my puppy?”, and once this was […] View full article

Goodyear, one of the world’s leading tire manufacturers, has announced an exciting new partnership with Orim Global, a South-African based distributor of cycling products. This will see well known tires like the Eagle F1, synonymous with motorsports, being offered as a bicycle tire. The partnership makes Orim Global the sole distributor of Goodyear’s bicycle tires […] View full article

Celebrate the start of March 2024 with a 100-mile journey into the breathtaking Sneeuberg mountain range, where you can expect spectacular views of the surrounding mountains, spritely wildlife, unique indigenous plantlife, nostalgic Karoo windpump scenes, refreshing waterpoint stops, and a halfway stop at the enchanting little town of Nieu-Bethesda. The 100miler and 50miler routes start […] View full article

songo.info are auctioning two limited edition Specialized Bicycles to raise funds for their trail building internship programme. Specialized Bicycle’s Soil Searching programme is a movement to recognise and support the trail builders who help shape our sport and ensure our stoke. Since 2018, it has provided financial, organisational and outreach support for trail systems around […] View full article

Returning to the ATKVBuffelspoort on Saturday 03 June 2023, the Fedhealth Magalies Monster MTB Classic will treat mountain biking enthusiasts to a “real” MTB experience that is challenging yet rewarding. It is called #TheMonster after all! The Fedhealth Magalies Monster MTB Classic has four fantastic distances to choose from: a Full Marathon (+-65km), Half Marathon […] View full article

13Industries is excited to announce the addition of Cane Creek Cycling components to their brand portfolio, effective immediately. Cane Creek Cycling Components is widely known as the pioneers of threadless headsets with the launch of the Aheadset in 1992, this invention single-handedly moved bicycle design from threaded steerer tubes with quill stems to threadless steer […] View full article

22-year-old Wayne van der Walt gambled on his gear choice, racing a gravel bike at the 2023 36ONE MTB Challenge. Despite warnings against it and being the only rider in the elite group to be on a drop-bar bike he prevailed. Perhaps in fact because of his bike choice. Though doing so required a significant […] View full article

We are excited to share our latest addition to our rim lineup, introducing AMP HD- our toughest rims yet AMP HD stands for ‘Heavy Duty’. These guys are tough and ready to rumble when things get rowdy on the trail. AMP HD Rim The AMP HD rim features a 605g heavy duty rim profile, which […] View full article

Is ‘Work From Home’ not as much fun as it once was? To celebrate Worker’s Day, Trail’s End Bike Hotel is running a midweek special for the whole of May so that you can treat yourself to a week of ‘Work From Home’ but with a different view. With fast Wi-Fi that runs on solar, […] View full article

Scicon Sports’ Custom Cycling Clothing offers a range of performance apparel that caters to any company, team, or individual’s needs. Let your creativity and imagination run wild, or allow their designers to create wonderful and striking one-of-a-kind pieces for you or your team! 100% Manufactured In Italy There is no quality guarantee quite like 100% […] View full article

Specialized have amplified the ride quality on the Levo SL which first launched back in 2020. The new bike features Stumpjumper EVO Geometry, adjustable geometry, a mixed wheel platform, and Specialized Ride Dynamics tuned suspension. Turbo SL 1.2 system offers increased torque and power, and a whisper quiet, natural ride feel. Check out the press […] View full article

October 2017 saw the last episode of Trail Daze 1.0 go live. It was a 3 year long passion project showcasing some of the best mountain bike trails South Africa has to offer. We travelled throughout the country in search of sublime singletrack, epic views and in one case even road from Wilderness to Knysna […] View full article

With 2 minutes 31 seconds to play with in Stage 3 of the KAP sani2c, Matt Beers and Tristan Nortje of Toyota-Specialized (02:40:48) only had to stick to the wheels of their closest rivals to ensure overall victory during the 86 kms between Jolivet Farm and Scottburgh Golf Club. Imbuko {Type} Dev’s Marco Joubert and […] View full article