Industry Nine

‘Local Love on Wheels’ to aid Hurricane Helene relief for Western NC

Ron
January 15, 2025

While the wildfires in Southern California have created widespread devastation that has affected the lives and businesses of many in the cycling industry, many in the cycling fellowship are still suffering from the effects of Hurricane Helene, which swept through Western North Carolina on September 27th. The Hub and Pisgah Tavern have announced the launch of “Local Love on Wheels,” a special fundraising initiative aimed at supporting the ongoing relief and recovery efforts in the region.

Alchemy Bikes Arktos 125 review

Ron
November 6, 2023November 6, 2023

When Alchemy Bikes revamped their Arktos line of mountain bikes in early 2023, we jumped at the opportunity to get one in for review.

There’s a New Ranger For Revel Bikes

Scott Kingsley
April 11, 2023April 20, 2023

The new Revel Ranger updates the rear end to add some swag to a killer cross-country ride.

Niner Bikes raffles custom 2021 IMBA edition JET 9 RDO

Ron
September 29, 2021September 28, 2021

Niner Bikes, a staunch advocate for IMBA, is raffling off a one-of-a-kind Jet 9 RDO to raise money to support fund trail projects around the world.

PAUL Component Engineering and Sierra Nevada Brewing collaborate for trail stewardship fundraiser

Ron
September 9, 2021

PAUL Component Engineering and Sierra Nevada Brewing collaborate on two bikes to raise funds for Sierra Buttes Trail Partnership and SORBA Pisgah.

Alloy Wheelsets for Mountain Bikes: Still the Working Man’s Choice

Ron
January 21, 2021January 21, 2021

Carbon fiber wheels for mountain bikes have gotten more prevalent and more affordable than before, but there are alloy wheelsets that give excellent performance at a far better price.

Atomik introduces first aluminum wheelsets

Ron
April 9, 2020

High-end carbon-fiber wheel manufacturer Atomik Carbon today announces its first aluminum wheelsets.

Kitsbow partners with local outdoor industry manufacturers to pivot to face shield production

Ron
March 25, 2020

After pivoting its premium bike apparel production to make face masks and shields for first responders and medical providers, Kitsbow experienced unanticipated demand from all over the U.S., totaling more than 100,000 units in the first week.

Wolf Tooth announces Otso, new bicycle brand

Ron
August 23, 2016

The engineers and innovators at Wolf Tooth Components have pooled their industry knowledge to launch Otso™ Cycles.