Radar Roundup: Shimano 11-Speed Hollowtech II Recall, Twin Six Ti Rando Sale, Monolith Tool Spoke Wrenches, Horny Bumper Sticker, SAS Linen Roll Tab Shirt, Voler and Imaginary Collective, Lachlan Morton TDR Setup, Wrench Fest!, and Sound to Sound 2023

Our Radar Roundup compiles products and videos from the ‘net in an easy-to-digest format. Read on below for today’s findings…

Shimano Issues Voluntary Inspection Recall of 11-Speed Hollowtech II Cranks

We just received this from our friends at Shimano USA:

“With Shimano’s dedication to safety and quality in mind, we are issuing a Voluntary Inspection and Replacement Recall Notice for select bonded 11-speed HOLLOWTECH II road cranksets produced between June 1, 2012, up to and including June 30, 2019, for a possible bonding separation issue.

To remedy this situation, Shimano will have applicable, pre-July 2019, cranksets inspected by Shimano authorized retailers, and we will replace any cranksets that do not pass the inspection process. There is no need for replacement for cranksets that pass the inspection process.

Not all 11-speed HOLLOWTECH II road cranksets need to be inspected. Only cranksets produced between June 1, 2012, up to and including June 30, 2019, need to be inspected; we expect only a very small percentage of these cranksets will need to be replaced.

Please find the press release with additional information about the inspection process attached below or you can learn more at bike.shimano.com. Shimano is issuing this inspection and replacement recall notice in partnership with the U.S. CPSC and Health Canada.”

Twin Six Standard Ti Rando Complete $3,192

When it comes to a titanium chassis gravel bike, this is about as low of a pricepoint you can get. If that’s still out of your budget, the Twin Six Steel Rando completes are marked down to $2,100! It’s clearly a buyer’s market right now, so take advantage of the savings at Twin Six.

Monolith Tool Spoke Wrenches

Spoke Wrenches, Spoke Keys, Nipple Wrenches, Wheel Straightener, Rim Wrench, Bike Wheel Tool and so on. “What we used to call disambiguation is now just SEO”–the team at Monolith Tool get it! These color-coded spoke wrenches are designed for maximum ergonomics and precision fit. They sit comfortably in your hand and have a non-marring slip fit over spoke nipples.

$30 each or $108 for the whole set at Monolith Tool.

La Marche Horny Bumper Stickers $10

The people demanded and La Marche made it happen. Then they sold out. Now they’re back. If hardtails turn you on, be sure to act now at La Marche.

Search and State Linen Roll Tab Utility Shirt $165

Linen is another wondrous natural fiber SAS use to take apparel to the next level of performance. Here’s a laundry list of linen’s benefits: Super Breathable, Ultra Hygienic, Anti-bacterial, Odor Resistant, Anti-Static, Durable, and Eco-Friendly. It also gets better with wear. The SAS linen roll-tab utility shirt is made from the good stuff and designed to be a part of your everyday life whether it’s out on the trail, at work, or at the movies. Your choice. Feel free to roll up the sleeves and button them up when it’s time to get dirty. All Are Made in New York City.

SAS set up a discount code: Quickrelease15 at checkout to save 15% off your purchase!

See more at Search and State.

Voler and Imaginary Collective Capsule Collection

With everything from checkered bibs to road/gravel jerseys, UV hoodies, and baggy MTB jerseys, the new Voler and Imaginary Collective kit launched at last weekend’s Wasatch All-Road and immediately sold out. Well the brand just restocked the full collection and it’s shipping today from Voler.com.

Bike Check | Lachlan Morton | Tour Divide | Cannondale Scalpel HT

Dig into the details and the reasons behind the bike and kit setup Lachlan Morton chose for his recent epic Canada to Mexico/Tour Divide FKT* ride. Setting a blistering time of 12 days, 12 hours and 21 minutes to get from Banff to Antelope Wells Lachlan proved panniers can be fast.

His setup also enabled him to pack plenty of storage onto his Cannondale Scalpel hardtail to ensure complete self-sufficiency on some of the more remote sections when he would need to be carrying 30 hours’ worth of food and water.

As a member of Tailfin’s R&D Division Lachlan was able to utilise a prototype frame bag and a unique new AeroPack top bag design, providing us with valuable feedback for future product development. He also opted to use a set of standard production 10L Mini Panniers, a 1.1L Top Tube Pack (in prototype material), a 3L Downtube Pack and a 3L Downtube Pack under his aerobars.

Lachlan’s bike setup:
Frame: Cannondale Scalpel Hi-Mod Ultimate hardtail
Fork: Cannondale Lefty Ocho, 100mm travel
Drivetrain: SRAM XX1 AXS, 38T chainring, 10-52t cassette
Brakes: SRAM Level Ultimate
Wheels: FSA Gradient Off-road i29
Tyres: Vittoria Mezcal Graphene 2.0 29×2.35” with Airliner Light XC inserts
Handlebar: FSA KFX Carbon flat bar cut 64cm with FSA TT extensions
Stem: FSA adjustable
Seatpost: FSA Flowtron XC dropper
Saddle: Prologo Scratch M5 Space
GPS Unit: Wahoo Elemnt Bolt

Tailfin equipment:
Under bar: 1.7L Cage Pack + Cargo Straps
Top tube: 1.1L zipped Top Tube Pack (prototype form)
Frame: Prototype full frame bag
Downtube: 1.7L Downtube pack
Rear: Prototype Carbon AeroPack with 2x production 10L Mini Panniers

Check out all Tailfin products.

Sound to Sound 2023

The Sound to Sound is an annual brevet that runs the length of Te Wai Ponamu (South Island of New Zealand) crossing some stunning scenery between Ship Cove in Marlborough Sounds to Milford Sound (Piopiotahi). The Sound to Sound is a primarily off-road route taking in some of the South Island’s most scenic backcountry roads and passes. With 1500km and 15,000m of elevation there are plenty of challenges to keep everyone honest.

To document the trip in the way he knows best Lewis Ferris carried his (non-film-tested) Super8 camera and two rolls of Kodak 50D on his back and captured some of the moments along the way. We hope that the footage not only shows some of the beauty of the ride but also inspires others to give it a go. This film shows one way of approaching the adventure but we’re confident that everyone will take something different away from the experience.

Wrench Fest! Building Up a Polyvalent

In this episode, Igor from Velo Orange builds up a Polyvalent for Claire. She’s going to be doing a bunch gravel races, chill tours, and day trips, and she needs a bike that’s up to snuff for all of that.

Check out the complete build list at Velo Orange.