Product/Tech

TAIPEI, Taiwan (BRAIN) — Giant Bicycles showed off its latest technology at Taipei Cycle show on Wednesday, and despite its small size, it was hard to miss at the Nangang Exhibition Center.

TAIPEI, Taiwan (BRAIN) — When Bob Forgrave read the guidelines of the Taipei Cycle d&i Awards, he knew his Flatbike Pop-Off Pedals had to be a favorite in the Parts and Components category.

(BRAIN) — Tern has updated its top e-cargo bike, the GSD, with what it says is best-in-class hauling capacity, patented folding side decks, and Bosch Smart System features including ABS
braking, GPS tracking, and eBike Alarm.

PHILADELPHIA (BRAIN) — For most, spilling coffee creates a mess. For Adam Saplin, it created an opportunity.

BOULDER, Colo. (BRAIN) — Skratch Labs has launched its first new Energy Chews Sport Fuel flavor since 2022: Grape. The company said the flavor was "Inspired by the smooth, nostalgic taste of Concord Grape Jelly."

SHARON, Mass. (BRAIN) — OnGuard says its RockSolid u-lock is the world's lightest angle grinder-resistant lock.

PHILADELPHIA (BRAIN) — VAR Tools has literally been on the cutting edge of quality bicycle tools since 1945 in Gellainiville, France. So there was some buzz at the Philly Bike Expo on Saturday over the debut of the second-generation Disc Brake Mount Facing Tool on display with curious onlookers watching it in action.

NEW YORK (BRAIN) — Brompton, celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, has made some major updates to its iconic C Line of folding bikes.

WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — Canyon Bicycles USA is recalling some carbon fiber Speedmax CF triathlon bikes because their steerer tubes can crack or break. No incidents nor injuries have been reported.

MASER, Italy (BRAIN) — Sidi's 2025 lineup features three new models — the Physis, Ergo 6, and Genius Knit 10 — combining "advanced materials, modern aesthetics, and rider-first engineering to meet the demands of today's cyclists."

WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — In conjunction with the Consumer Product Safety Commission, Super73 is recalling about 1,400 Z Miami SE and Z Adventure Core e-bikes because the retaining pin in the disc brake caliper can loosen and dislodge from the assembly.

(BRAIN) — BMC Switzerland is recalling all Kaius 01 bikes and framesets for inspection because of concerns over the fork steerer tube separating.

WATERLOO, Wis. (BRAIN) — In conjunction with the Consumer Product Safety Commission, Trek Bicycle is recalling all Electra Navigator Go! and Ace of Spades Go! e-bikes because some bolts attaching the rear fender were not installed with threadlocker and can loosen.

LAKEWOOD, Colo. – Some lovers of vintage bikes work to bring them to sparkling, like-new condition. Wakeman Massie rides the hell out of them.

Editor's note: A version of this article ran in the January issue of Bicycle Retailer & Industry News.

WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — The Consumer Product Safety Commission announced a recall of about 684 NQDTPBOR mulit-purpose helmets sold on Amazon for failing to comply with federal regulations.

(BRAIN) — Electric trike brand Mooncool released a folding model that it says is specifically designed for riders 50 and over. The TK1 Folding Electric Trike has various features that make it safer and more practical for those riders seeking mobility options, the brand said.

(BRAIN) — HiLine Components released a pocket-sized electric tire inflation pump that can reach 120 psi in 50 to 160 seconds depending on tire size and preferred pressure.

WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — About 6,500 Wemfg children's multi-purpose bike helmets are being recalled because they don't comply with positional stability, impact labeling, and federal certification requirements.

LAS VEGAS (BRAIN) — At the CES consumer electronics show in Las Vegas this week, the simple bicycle is often a platform used to demonstrate the latest in high technology, including artificial intelligence, battery and motor technology, fitness devices and more.