New Products
TEMPE, AZ (BRAIN) — Pivot Cycles launched its Firebird 27.5 at the Sea Otter Classic. The new model is a larger-wheeled version of the popular Firebird long-travel bike.
MONTEREY, CA (BRAIN) — Enve introduced its first 650b downhill racing rim at the Sea Otter Classic last week. The new rim will start shipping in June separately or as part of wheelsets using DT Swiss or Chris King hubs.
AUSTIN, TX (BRAIN) — Trigger Point Performance has added to its line of personal foam rollers with the launch of the GRID Mini. The roller is 5 inches tall by 5.5 inches in diameter, with the same 3-dimensional surface as the full size original GRID roller.
COLUMBUS, OH (BRAIN) — DUO Brand is now offering an 18-inch version of its SVS BMX street/park tire. The tire is available in 18 x 2.1-inch size in black or white sidewalls.
FOOTHILL RANCH, CA (BRAIN) — Oakley is introducing a new downhill mountain biking goggle that will be used by world Downhill champion Greg Minnaar at the Sea Otter Classic this week.
BOULDER, CO (BRAIN) — Fizik is now offering its Versus line of saddles with braided-carbon rails, which the company says are more comfortable than other carbon rails, while being just as light.
MINNEAPOLIS (BRAIN) — Donkey Label's line of handmade soaps include soaps to remove grease and grime, a hydrating facial soap and a shaving soap. All are made especially for cyclists of pure natural and organic ingredients.
FAIRFIELD, CA (BRAIN) — Action Wipes are full-body after-exercise cleaning wipes that require no rinsing. The manufacturer said the wipes contain natural ingrediants that leave the user's skin feeling clean and refreshed.
TAIPEI, Taiwan (BRAIN) — WTB's new Vigilante's tire is available in a 2.3-inch width in 26-inch, 650b and 29-inch wheel sizes. The new tread design features large, square-edged knobs to address the needs of European enduro racers.
IRVINE, CA (BRAIN) — Current Coaster Co.’s full-size scooter bikes are constructed from bicycle components including 20-inch double-wall alloy rims, Kenda Kwick Roller tires and a Tektro front brake.
SANTA CRUZ, CA (BRAIN) — Santa Cruz introduces its first bikes designed specifically for 27.5-inch wheels with the launch of the Bronson and Bronson Carbon all-mountain/enduro models.
OLNEY, CA (BRAIN) — SKS' new Spaero Sport high pressure mini pump features an extendable, flexible inflation hose protected by a streamlined dust cover.
JACKSON, WY (BRAIN) — POC's Crane helmet combines low weight with a durable and dent-resistant construction.
SANTA FE, NM (BRAIN) — According to Santa Fe distributor BTI, its hot sauce was "born in the fiery catacombs beneath its warehouse, in a place where mere mortals fear to tread."
The company offers two all natural hot sauces made with fresh ingredients.
MADISON, WI (BRAIN) — Planet Bike's updated Blaze 2 watt Micro headlight has a more compact case, longer run times, three color options and a lower price than the original. It shares the original's high/low settings and Superflash strobe feature.
PORTLAND, OR (BRAIN) — Showers Pass' new Skyline Pant is designed for year-round cyclists and is also useful for cold-weather running, cross-country skiing or other outdoor activities.
SAN FRANCISCO, CA (BRAIN) — Chrome’s new Truk Pro SPD shoe is designed to be every bit as comfortable in the office or walking on the street as it is aboard the bike—or, as San Francisco-based Chrome puts it: “For those who live in and ride the city and want SPD performance on the bike and sneaker comfort