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Crankbrothers new Candy Lace clipless shoes ($159) are tuned for all-day rides with a minimalist synthetic upper, vibration-absorbing EVA insole. The Match System optimizes engagement for Crankbrothers clipless pedals, while the extended 35mm cleat track retains compatibility with other common clipless pedals. Check out more at Crankbrothers.
The BC18 is the latest all-in-one tool kit offering from Crankbrothers. It offers reliable on-bike mechanical support for those unexpected moments on the trail, combined with a reversible bottle cage (right or left-hand access) to meet your mid-ride hydration needs. Designed to be seamlessly integrated onto your bike frame, this kit ensures easy access to essential tools for quick repairs and trailside assistance so you can stay in the flow and keep pedaling.
The BC18 is equipped with a versatile mini-tool, full-size tire lever, CO2 inflator, chain tool, spoke wrenches and more, all combined with a left- or right- handed customizable bottle cage that can be installed onto any standard 64mm mounting bracket.
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Inspired by the wind-swept sand dunes of dry and arid regions, the Crankbrothers Mallet and Stamp shoes received a desert tan washed upper with dune lines overlaid in a glossy print. These shoes are available in limited supply via your local shop or Crankbrothers direct.
The all new Crank Candy Lace shoe ($159.99) is designed for off-road cyclists, featuring a stiff, fiber-reinforced nylon shank for optimal power transfer.
Last week, we posted about the new Crankbrothers Stamp Flat and Mallet Clipless Trail Boa shoes and this week, the pedal and shoe manufacturer announced the all new Stamp Flat ($149.99) and Mallet Clipless ($169.99) shoes in a lace-up configuration. These shoes, like their Boa siblings, feature a reworked, moderately flexible mid-sole, a new, versatile Match tread pattern, and our high-friction MC2 rubber compound combine to provide optimal grip on and off the bike. Both shoes are set to ship March 15th from your local Crankbrothers dealers.
Check out Josh’s review of the Mallet BOA shoes here: First Look: Crankbrothers Mallet Trail Pedals with Mallet BOA Shoes
Crankbrothers’ new Stamp trail shoes for flat pedals ($199.99) and Mallet trail shoes for clipless pedals ($219.99) landed today with a BOA® closure, mid-length rip-stop upper, TPU-reinforced toe box for enhanced protection and a flexible collar around the ankle to prevent debris from entering the shoe. In addition, a moderately flexible midsole, a new, versatile Match tread pattern, and our high-friction MC2 rubber compound combine to provide optimal grip on and off the bike.
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Continuing with our editors’ Favorite Products of 2023, we look at Morgan‘s list, which breaks down into the following categories: carrying stuff, community, self-sufficiency, and pieces of flair. Let’s check out what Morgan enjoyed using this year!
MicroSHIFT, SRAM, and now Shimano all offer gravel brake levers with built-in dropper post remotes. And there are ways to hack most left shifters to work great as dropper remotes. But if you aren’t currently in the market for a new drivetrain, or if you run a front derailleur, there aren’t many good plug-and-play options that work comfortably from both the hoods and the drops. Travis Engel found just five of them, from ENVE, Crankbrothers, PRO, Easton/Fox, and Wolf Tooth. It turns out they’re all very special in their own little ways.
Our Radar Roundup compiles products and videos from the ‘net in an easy-to-digest format. Read on below for today’s findings…
Launched today, the Mallet Trail pedals from Crankbrothers are the brand’s most recent entry into the clipless trail pedal category. Situated between the XC/gravel-oriented Candy pedals and their enduro offering, the Mallet E, the Mallet Trail features a lightweight yet substantial platform and boasts features that make it super versatile for a range of disciplines. Josh has been using a pair, along with the Mallet BOA shoe, for a couple of months and provides an overview along with some initial thoughts below…
After four months riding BOA-equipped flat-pedal shoes from Scott, Crankbrothers, Pearl Izumi, Leatt, Giro, and Ride Concepts, Travis Engel has come back with a thorough review on how each performed according to protection, comfort, fit, and ease of ons and offs. Oh, and of course, which ones will actually stick to a pedal. Continue reading below for the full rundown on these seven options in a MTB footwear category that’s grown quickly in just a few short years…
Our Radar Roundup compiles products and videos from the ‘net in an easy-to-digest format. Read on below for today’s findings…
The Highline is a new dropper post from Crankbrothers, marketed towards gravel bikes and XC racing mountain bikes. These 27.2mm posts come in a variety of lengths and feature an optional drop-bar dropper remote. The Highline comes backed with a 4-year warranty, is supplied with Jagwire cable and housing, uses a two-bolt standard head, is linear-pull, and is for internal routing.
HIGHLINE XC/GRAVEL FEATURES:
-60mm short & long / 80mm / 100mm / 125mm of infinite travel adjustment
-diameter: 27.2mm
-insertion lengths: 174mm short & 264mm long / 264mm / 264mm / 264mm (bottom of collar to bottom of actuator)
-weights: 369g & 410g / 434g / 459g / 467g
-60mm minimum stack height
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With Crankbrother’s new Highline 3 Dropper line ranging from 60mm to 170mm travel, diameters ranging from 27.2mm for gravel bikes up to 34.9mm for mountain bikes, at a $199 price point, and the Highline 7 Dropper line ranging from 100mm to 170mm and a $299 price point, there is literally a dropper for everyone. These posts and remotes come with a 3-year warranty and are in stock at your local Crankbrothers dealers. Head to Crankbrothers to see more specs and information.
