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Today, Black Sheep Bikes from Fort Collins, Colorado, is offering a first for the framebuilding operation: a production hardtail mountain bike. Photographer Josh Hicks penned a few words and delivered a fun gallery showcasing these new bikes Black Sheep has dubbed the Speedster Project. Let’s check it out…
Chris King Precision Components has released a limited quantity of Titanium Dropset Headsets ($300). This is the first time the category-defining headset is available in titanium. Like all King’s headsets, the titanium DropSets™ feature King’s patented GripLock™ bearing cap…
Forager Cycles has just debuted four packs of its reusable cable ends dubbed Cable Cherries in silver and brass ($32). We love using these nifty inventions as they cut down on single-use cable ferrules and add a bit o’ bling to any build. If you’re looking for a last minute gift for a friend, roll on over to Forager Cycles to see more.
Colorado bag maker San Util just announced a new hip pack called the Whirlpool ($135)…
Kris Henry from 44 Bikes just released a batch of his popular Titanium DEDBLO Hammers ($250) to his webshop. These hammers are in stock and then immediately sell out. In fact, their numbers are dwindling as this is being typed, so if you fancy one, roll on over to 44 Bikes check them out!
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Since its debut a decade ago, the Dynaplug Pill has been the preferred tubeless plug kit for riders of all cycling disciplines, thanks to its compact design and versatile plugging options. Dynaplug is proud to announce the 10-Year Pill ($69). Each gorgeous machined aluminum pill is hand-anodized by The Meerkat himself, tipping the scales at a scant 53 grams. This is the same batch of anodizing from which we launched our own Malachite Pill this year!
The 10-Year Pill incorporates the full suite of Dynaplug features, with four plug-loaded insertion tubes, an air stopper, and a micro knife to repair just about any tubeless flat in the field with minimal fuss. The Pill is the ultimate all-in-one, compact, featherweight choice for riders seeking the finest tubeless repair tool.
See more at Dynaplug.
Chumba Cycles is selling the size XL SLACKR hardtail John reviewed for a heavily discounted sale price of $8,995. See all the details of the deal at Chumba Cycles and if you buy this bike, we’ll send you some free Radavist water bottles of your choice for it! Mention it to Chumba and we’ll get ya sorted.
New York’s Horse Brand teamed up with Washington-based Rat King Frames on a run of Titanium Pack Knives ($165), which weigh only 27 grams and are perfect as an EDC item, box cutter, apple slicer, or to haul along on your next camping trip. We got our hands on one ahead of today’s launch, so let’s check it out…
Chris King Precision Components has released the latest in its range of iconic component colors, Two-Tone Black Punch. The new color features subtle, matte black backgrounds with intense magenta accent tones. It replaces the Two-Tone Black Gold colorway that was sunset from the line in October.
Chris King Two Tone Black Punch will be available at all Chris King partner shops, as well as on the company’s own website at Chris King.
Today, Fabrica de Rosas and Crust Bikes launch their team jerseys for pre-order, and to tell you all about them, we’ve got Jaime Rosas from Fabrica De Rosas bicycle studio in Los Angeles laying it all out below. Let’s check it out!
Madrone Cycles has been working on its Jab derailleur ($295) for years and after debuting it at 2024 MADE, has finally opened it for pre-order…
Ocean and San has just announced a Special Edition of its short sleeve and long sleeve riding shirts in conjunction with The Bay Foundation. Proceeds of this Special Edition will be donated to The Bay Foundation to assist in the Kelp Forest Restoration Project. The Bay Foundation is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization focused on the preservation of coastal ecosystems. Check out more at Ocean and San.
John took a Chumba Slackr hardtail home from the 2024 MADE Bike Show to review. Since then, he’s squeezed every bit of riding potential on the bike before winter set in early in Santa Fe, putting it and himself through a multitude of rides in the Southern Rockies. Find out what epiphanies he’s had while riding this Austin, Texas-welded titanium hardtail below…
Originally produced in 1988, 3D Violet was Chris King‘s first component color (after silver and black, of course). After a long hiatus, it’s been back in the Portland, Oregon-based manufacturer’s lineup for the last couple of years. Now, with the release of the brand’s new King Seatpost Collar and Robert Axle Project-manufactured King Thru Axles, you can lace your frame with 3D Violet from headsets to hubs, axles, and bottom brackets.
You can order 3D violet for your bike from your local Chris King dealer or from Chris King direct.
US component manufacturer Yoshimura just announced a limited run of its Chilao SS pedals in “Old Gold” anodizing. Available with your choice of pedal pins and in stock for now at Yoshimura.
We’re back with a fresh drop of merch this winter, re-issuing some classics and presenting some new designs. After multiple requests, we have our Roadrunner graphic on 22 oz bottles, stickers, and a long-sleeve t-shirt. The Radavist Vulture shirt is back on a long-sleeve, as well as our Ocotillo/Agave wool socks, Yo! wool socks, and a new Breccia wool sock design for the geology nuts out there. Speaking of rocks, our Malachite Dynaplug Pills came out incredible, and we’ve got three colors in The Radavist Camp Hat.
See it all at The Radavist Webshop. Shipping this week.
If you have a Rogue Panda Blue Ridge handlebar harness that you’ve tried to run on a drop bar bike, then you know the shifter cable housing and brake lines can interfere with the clamps. Well, have no fear, the wizard Pandas over in Flagstaff, Arizona have figured out a fix! These 3D-printed Drop Bar Blue Ridge shims ($15) allow you to pass your housing and hoses through the clamp, avoiding any interference. Check out more at Rogue Panda.
Zach Weiss of Zabrina Cycles shares the story of how his apprenticeship at Caletti Cycles grew into a deep professional and personal mentorship after John Caletti suffered a life-altering bike accident. As the torch is passed, both figuratively and literally, the student reflects on how his teacher’s influence shaped his path as a framebuilder and as a person. Take a look behind the welding helmet with Zach…
