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Local Love on Wheels

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

  • Ron 

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.

More teams sign on to Gates’ 2025 downhill challenge

  • Ron 

Belt drive innovator Gates has partnered with four elite race teams for the 2025 UCI World Cup Downhill season. The partnerships will push the limits of research and development, with these top teams rigorously testing Gates Belt Drive systems in some of the world’s toughest downhill racing conditions.

Scott Addict RC

2025 Addict RC is Scott’s lightest ever

  • Ron 

The Scott Addict RC has always been among the lightest production road bikes on the market. The latest iteration is no different, shedding 300g over its predecessor with no compromise on race performance.

Alberto Contador and Chris Froome face off on BKOOL

Contador and Froome to face off on BKOOL

  • Ron 

One of the greatest rivalries in cycling – Chris Froome and Alberto Contador – will be revived in the world of virtual cycling on the BKOOL platform on Monday, November 25 at 6:30 p.m. CET. Their battles in the mountains of Europe through the 201os  are legendary and Monday’s matchup will again see the two going head-to-head, accompanied by hundreds of amateur cyclists.

Black Diamond releases new gear for FW 2024/25

  • Ron 

Black Diamond is more than a climbing company and their recent product releases show their expansion into being more of a full-fledged outdoor brand. On tap for fall and winter are some new releases we definitely want to check out.

Swatch Nines 2024

Full course review released for Swatch Nines 2024

  • Ron 

After months of dreaming and sketching, followed by weeks of digging and sculpting, comes the official reveal of the 2024 Swatch Nines MTB course. Here’s all you need to know about the course and the week to come at Bike Republic Sölden.

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