Cara Trade, based in Dublin, has taken over the exclusive Stevens distribution for Ireland and Northern Ireland with immediate effect. Stevens, a German brand with roots in Cyclocross and racing, offers a wide range of bikes and e-bikes. Now in their 35th year of business, the brand has mostly been …
Read More »Mahle SmartBike Systems presents its first fullpower MID-drive M40
Mahle SmartBike Systems is expanding its range to include a mid-drive motor and entering the e-mountain bike (eMTB) segment for the first time. According to Mahle, the M40 is one of the most powerful systems on the market. Specifications: Torque: 105 Nm Peak Power: 850 W Motor Weight: 2.5 kg Power‑to‑Weight Ratio: 340 W/kg Support Ratio: up to 400 % …
Read More »Reid Bikes partners with Cara Trade to bring bikes to Ireland
Reid Bikes has announced a collaboration with Irish distributor, Cara Trade to bring Reid bikes to Ireland. According to Reid, their collaboration with Cara Trade marks more than just a product launch, the brand says it reflects a shared vision for long-term success in the Irish market. Reid has said …
Read More »Shimano unveils new XTR M9200 Di2 wireless components
Shimano has introduced its new fully wireless Di2 XTR M9200 mountain bike components. According to Shimano, the no-compromise Di2 system delivers ultra-precise and lightning-quick electronic shifting capabilities, with increased durability across each component. Shimano says the new system is engineered to withstand the demands of real-world racing, and features their …
Read More »Shimano introduce self-powered, automatic, Di2 shifting with Q’AUTO
Shimano, the pioneers of electric shifting, have introduced the brand’s newest innovation in the form of a battery-free automatic shifting system for all Urban, Trekking, and Gravel bikes – named Q’AUTO. With Di2 making its debut some 16 years ago, this latest innovation brings an entirely other focal point to …
Read More »Campagnolo presents new Super Record 13 groupset
Campagnolo has launched its new Super Record 13, the first road groupset equipped with a 2×13 derailleur, with the flagship groupset sporting a completely redesigned look, feel, and performance. At launch, the brand points out that not only is this the world’s first wireless 2×13 speed derailleur for road cycling, …
Read More »Rapha’s launches its first gravity racer focused collection
Rapha has introduced its first MTB range for gravity riders and racers, with a name – Trail Finale – “inspired by the formidable trails of Finale Ligure.” Whilst the brand launched its first MTB products in 2021, the Trail Finale designs are, in Rapha speak, “tuned for competition”. This translates …
Read More »Yeti launches new MTe electric mountain bike with TQ motor
Yeti has announced the launch of their new MTe, a lightweight electric mountain bike with builds starting at “just over 17kg.” The brand says the MTe “scales out like an enduro race bike and rides like a bike with ‘talent’ included.” It comes equipped with the new TQ HPR 60 …
Read More »TQ introduces HPR60: 350W, 60Nm, and improved cooling
Bavarian e-bike motor business TQ has announced the introduction of its TQ-HPR60 motor, retaining the same small form factor and similar light weight, whilst boosting torque by 10Nm, and power by 50W – a 17% increase. Those familiar with the TQ-HPR50 predecessor will know the motor was popular for the …
Read More »Brompton x Tour de France: Two new limited edition bikes
Brompton has linked up with the Tour de France to create two limited bikes that feature iconic race imagery printed across the bikes’ main frames. Taking a C Line and P Line model, Brompton has used a sublimation print technique to add race day photography from Pauline Ballet and Charly …
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