Release: Limited-Edition YT Capra 29
September 12, 2019
YT launch the limited edition Capra 29 AL in raw finish. With only 400 units being made these will be red hot.
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Release: 2020 Santa Cruz Tallboy
August 20, 2019
A new Tallboy that redefines it’s image. No longer just an XC trail bike. This thing decend’s as good as it climbs. Maybe better? Get the details inside.
Release: All-new 2020 Trek Fuel EX Line
August 15, 2019
Trek have revised their Fuel Ex line with a load of smart upgrades, the standard longer, slacker but also detail touches such as internal storage and Knock Block system. A very capable bike just became a whole lot more. Get the details inside.
Release: 2020 Specialized Enduro is here
August 15, 2019
Welcome to the 2020 Enduro. With 170mm travel, and a strict carbon only policy to keep weight down, the new Enduro is going to turn some heads. Details inside
New Release: 2020 Kona Process 134
August 7, 2019
Get a load of this thing. The 2020 Kona Process 134 looks set to jump on many wishlist’s including mine. Chrome? yes please, Carbon? Go on. 29? Yeah sure. Get the details inside.
First ride on the All-new Santa Cruz Hightower
July 2, 2019
Santa Cruz have reached into their bag of tricks, and conjured up the all new Hightower. A completely revised version of their extremely popular 150mm 29er. We got to get an early ride aboard this beautiful machine on some equally stunning dirt. Here’s the lowdown…
Bosch launch 2020 lineup
July 1, 2019
Bosch’s new line up of motors, batteries and apps look set to take Ebiking to the next level
CLASH Kids – Well, You Asked For It!
July 1, 2019
Erice Van Leuven and his mates shredding on the new kids Clash
Forbidden Bikes are coming to New Zealand
June 14, 2019
Forbidden bikes is set to land on the shores of New Zealand at the hands of 3Sixty Sports. The Druid is a 130mm 29er with a high pivot suspension platform, that looks to be your new everyday destroyer.
Launch: Shimano release anticipated 12-Speed XT & SLX Groupsets
May 30, 2019
In a much anticipated move, Shimano release the everyman’s 12-speed, in the form of a XT & SLX Groupset. A whole lot of tech inside for the nerd’s in all of us.
Nukeproof launch the new Dissent with Sam Hill
May 30, 2019
Nukeproof launch their revamped downhill bike, the Dissent 275 & 290.
Conor Macfarlane signs with Commencal
May 29, 2019
Mr. Freeride signs with Commencal, in what looks to be a match made in heaven.
Bosch announces new service partnership in New Zealand
May 3, 2019
Bosch eBike Systems has partnered with Marleen Wholesalers to provide a local servicing option for those with Bosch eBike Systems, which looks set to kick off in the second half of this year. E-Bikes are here for the long haul.
The all new Ibis Ripley is here
May 1, 2019
The New ripley is here, still with 120mm travel & 29” Wheels but with a complete makeover. Longer, slacker and more capable than before, while retaining it’s good looks. This could be bang on for the majority of riding around here.
Industry Nine rewrites the rules of engagement
February 12, 2019
Industry Nine have just released an insane new range of hubs called Hydra, which have a mind blowing 690 points of engagement.
YT Mob launch World tour to find new talent
February 6, 2019
The YT Mob is on the hunt for new juniors to fill its World Cup team through a series of camps. One is at NZ’s own Jentree, so all aspiring juniors this is a great chance to get noticed.
Sram release AXS – an electronic 12-Speed & Dropper Post
February 6, 2019
Sram have gone and done it again. A X01 and XX1 wireless, electronic 12-speed groupsets with an electronic dropper to match.. That uses the same battery. Drool within.
Crankworx presents “Shifting Perceptions” – A web series dedicated to the Women of Mountain Biking
February 1, 2019
After 15 years of Crankworx and milestones in Women’s mountain biking, we look at who are the key contributors and what drives them.