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WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — The Consumer Product Safety Commission has recalled Ouwoer Direct multipurpose kids bike helmets sold exclusively on Amazon because they don't comply with the positional stability and impact requirements.

STUTTGART, Germany (BRAIN) — Bosch eBike Systems has updated the smart system it introduced in 2021, adding more customizable riding modes and new navigation features to its eBike Flow mobile app.

Tagged Electric bike

UTRECHT, Netherlands (BRAIN) — Dahon debuted its first foldable e-cargo bike at the E-Bike Xperience here last week. Designed for stress-free mobility, it has a low center of gravity and folds quickly and compactly — reducing its size by 35% — making it an easy fit for tight spaces like elevators, according to Dahon.

Tagged Electric bike

SAN FRANCISCO (BRAIN) — Mission Workshop developed the On-Bike Storage System for road, trail, and commuter use. The system consists of handlebar, saddle, and frame bags, which are made in the U.S. and from Dimension Polyant X fabrics.

PHOENIX (BRAIN) — Lectric eBikes has manufactured its first cargo bike designed to haul up to 450 pounds of payload while offering an automobile alternative, according to the brand.

Tagged Electric bike

WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — Linus Bikes is recalling some Cesta 500 and Ero 500 e-bikes because the fork can crack.

The company has had no reports of incidents or injuries as a result of the issue. 

Tagged Electric bike

IRVINE, Calif. (BRAIN) — Fox Racing has entered the mountain bike footwear market with the introduction of the Union shoe series.

WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada, Bell Sports/Giro is voluntarily recalling its Merit helmets because the straps on some models manufactured before January might disengage when pulled with relatively little force.

BOLOGNA, Italy (BRAIN) — Italy's Wayel Electric Bikes released a new foldable e-bike, featuring a low-step frame with a 250-watt mid-motor and 614wh battery.

Tagged Electric bike

PHOENIX (BRAIN) — State Bicycle Co. has released its first carbon fiber frameset. According to the brand, the Undefeated Carbon Disc Road Frameset features advanced aerodynamics and has the required stiffness to enhance power transfer.

SANTA MONICA, Calif. (BRAIN) — Swiss manufacturer Thömus has released the Swissrider, a 25-pound e-bike that it claims is the lightest on the market.

Tony Hawk Multi-Purpose Helmet.

WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — Sakar International has recalled three multi-use helmet models because they do not comply with Consumer Product Safety Commission positional stability and retention system requirements.

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (BRAIN) — TerraTrike's new Charge model features the brand's "lively and maneuverable tadpole layout" at an entry-level price of $3,249.

Tagged Electric bike

DETROIT (BRAIN) — Detroit Bikes' new DB-E model has a U.S.-made steel frame, VEER belt drive and a Zehus hub motor with integrated battery. The bike weighs just 32 pounds, the company says.

Tagged Electric bike
Hellbender 70 Visco ZS44.

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (BRAIN) — Cane Creek Cycling Components has a new headset that features steering stabilization. The Hellbender 70 Visco Headset is designed to reduce speed wobble.

(BRAIN) — LOOK Cycle's new 765 Optimum bike and frame line is made for endurance road riding.

WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — QBP is recalling about 8,740 carbon dropbars in the U.S. and another 350 in Canada because they can crack where brake/shift levers are installed. The bars were sold under the Salsa and Whisky brands and included on three Salsa bike models.

WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — The Consumer Product Safety Commission and Peloton Interactive have agreed to a $19 million civil penalty settlement over CPSC's charges that Peloton failed to report a defective treadmill that created a risk of serious injury to consumers.

LAS VEGAS, Nev. (BRAIN) — CES, the giant consumer electronics trade show, kicked off Tuesday with media preview events. The show opens officially Thursday and runs through Sunday, while news is starting to come out about the many bike, e-bike, and fitness-related products expected to be launched.

Tagged Tradeshows and conferences

(BRAIN) — Steadyrack's new eBike Rack supports bikes up to 77 pounds and is compatible with fenders and mudguards.

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