Heart and Soul of Shoe Evolution

Crankbrothers Mallet Shoe with pedal

Are cycling shoes that automatically tighten and adjust their cleat position on the horizon? US patent applications reported by the UK’s road.cc website suggest Shimano is working on both features. In April, road.cc reported Shimano had applied for a patient for dial-adjusted cycling shoes that automatically adjusted their tension in response to sensors on the…

Crankbrothers Finds Perfect MATCH for Shoes and Pedals

Troy Brosnan looking at Crankbrothers shoe

~ Sponsored Content ~ Let’s chat about Crankbrothers. From humble beginnings in a Laguna Beach garage, Crankbrothers has grown into a globally recognised and leading brand of pedals, wheels, dropper posts, pumps, tools and accessories. That growth has been underpinned by a very large focus on delivering quality products at affordable prices, especially after it…

Product Briefs: The Beam, WAU, Ortlieb and Porsche

Cyclist wearing full-face helmet

Paris, France French start-up The Beam has launched an eye-catching new helmet that, at first glance, resembles a full-face downhill helmet but is designed very specifically for urban commuters. The Virgo is a full-face helmet weighing just 650 grams and styled for the urban market, including an LED light at the back. It is specifically…

Mallet Lace Stands Tall on Crankbrothers Experience

Mallet Lace flat pedal shoes

– Sponsored Content – Crankbrothers had an unrivalled foundation to develop its new Mallet Lace downhill shoes – and it fully capitalised on that advantage. The Lace is the latest in the Mallet range and, as the name suggests, was developed from its Mallet DH pedals – which have carried more riders to high-level downhill…

Lusty Industries Have Your Wheel and Tyre Needs Covered

– Sponsored Content – Maxxis Tyres When it comes to mountain bike tyres, Maxxis is the first name on everyone’s mind. From new treads like the Assegai and Dissector through to old favourites like the DHF and DHR, there’s a tread pattern to suit all users. Stocking the widest range of Maxxis Tyres, Lusty Industries…