Shimano Moves into 12-Speed Mechanical Shifting

Close up of Shimano’s first 12-speed mechanical shifting system

Osaka, Japan Shimano has introduced 12-speed mechanical shifting, with the release of two new group sets this week – the 105 R7100 Mechanical 12-speed group set for the road and GRX RX820 12-speed mechanical components for the gravel. It says the new releases are bringing “the pure joy of self-powered adventure to the massive community…

Second Eastern Conquest for WA Mobility Assist Specialist

Three people at Eurobike expo stand

Melbourne, Victoria A WA e-bike importer and retailer with a focus on mobility assist vehicles is preparing to open its first outlet in the eastern States. Future Bicycle Innovations has been operating its eBikers store in Fremantle for 16 years and has purchased the iBikes store in Melbourne as a platform for its eastern seaboard…

Kids Ride Shotgun launches Magura equipped off-road balance bike

Child riding MTB balance bike on bush track

~ Sponsored Content ~ Kids Ride Shotgun has entered the bike game with the launch of its new high-spec Dirt Hero off-road balance bike. Known for introducing kids to mountain biking through its shotgun child seats, the brand’s new runner bike is the next step in a parents’ pathway to raising an MTB kid –…

Pirelli Product Recall for P Zero Race Tyres

Pirelli Store exterior

~ Sponsored Content ~ Pirelli has issued a product safety recall for its P Zero Race TLR and P Zero Race TLR Classic road tyres because of the potential for the bead to become unseated. The recall is for two tyres manufactured between 6th March and the 18th June 2023: Retailers and consumers are advised…

Three to One … Transformation for Unley Bike Store Scene

Bicycle shop front

Adelaide, SA A previous abundance of bicycle retailers in the inner Adelaide suburb of Unley has been cut to just one store in recent weeks. Long-standing store East End Cycles, previously known as Standish Cycles Unley, finished winding down its operations last month. It comes a few months after Reid Cycles closed its Adelaide outlet…

Carr Brothers Activate US Expansion for Fewer Cars on LA Roads

Camily riding ecargo bikes

Los Angeles, US Lug+Carrie founders Daniel and Ben Carr have flicked the on switch for their expansion into the US, with their new Wombi business taking subscriptions in Los Angeles from last Tuesday. Wombi is being billed as the US’s first e-bike subscription service tailored for families, with a unique FamilyFlex bundle that gives subscribers…

Melbourne Mum’s World First Secures Heads and Bikes

Woman holding bike lock helmet

Melbourne, Victoria Melbourne mum Lisa Cotton has created the first commercially available bicycle helmet with a built-in secure bike lock – inspired by her own experiences during Covid lockdowns. Her Headlokt helmet was launched with its official website last month, with pre-orders now available.   “We have worked really hard to keep the helmet lightweight…

Brisbane Business Couple Unveils First Biodegradable Bike Wipes

People riding road bikes in France

Brisbane, Queensland Brisbane couple Susanne Bransgrove and Greg Griffith are preparing to release the world’s first fully biodegradable bicycle cleaning wipes, with their Kickstarter campaign launched last week. The pair is working with an Adelaide manufacturer to begin initial production of their Bikey Wipes chain degreasers, and is in the process of finding a distributor…

TRAFFIC Ready to KRUSH European Bike Cleaning Market

MTB wash company exhibiting at outdoor expo

Mansfield, Victoria Australian-made MTB cleaning product brand KRUSH has moved into the European market, following a new distribution partnership with German-based company TRAFFIC DISTRIBUTION. KRUSH, a family-owned enterprise from Victoria’s high country, produces a range of bike wash, degreasers and lubricants for MTB and gravel bikes. It began with its KRUSH Premium Bike Wash and…

Tasmanian Infrastructure Minister Considers E-Bike Power Boost

E-bike Motor deconstructed

Hobart, Tasmania E-Bikes with more powerful motors could be allowed on Tasmanian roads, following a commitment from the State’s Minister for Infrastructure, Michael Ferguson, to consider motors up to 500 watts. Tasmania’s Lower House recently debated a vehicle and traffic amendment Bill that, if passed, would primarily outlaw petrol-powered bicycles, but also includes a change…