Technical Briefing: Titanium RIBs, Angular Headsets, Hitch Brackets and More – December 2021
Technical briefing is a feature for what’s new that we spot every month, but haven’t got our hands on yet. An eclectic serving of technology, from revolutionary products to new traditional equipment, with a few wacky tricks for good measure.
PNW Components MTB Clothing Line
$ 59 – $ 149
The brand best known for dropper stems, handlebars and stems has launched a clothing collection for fall 2021. (Read more.)
Wolf Tooth GeoShift 2º Performance Angle Headset
US $ 104.95
Do you want to change the steering angle of your bike by + or – 2 degrees? (Learn more.)
Reverse component displacement and sag indicator 2.0
26.90 € – 33.90 €
The 2.0 travel and sag indicator is updated to work on non-standard / non-piggy-back shocks. (Learn more.)
Cotton mule Droplink
Various
Using a set of 1º angles from Works Components, you can now run a 27.5 wheel on all droplink frames from Cotic. (Learn more.)
Pässilä Bicycles Juntu Titanium Hardtail
€ 1,612.10 / ~ USD 1,866.50
The Juntu is designed to be the downcountry option in the Finnish brand’s titanium hardtail range. (Learn more.)
Dyedbro eMTB frame protection kits
€ 43.99
Dyedbro launches dedicated eMTB protection kits to accommodate wider frame profiles. (Learn more.)
Yakima hitch brackets
$ 749 – US $ 999
Yakima will offer a new chainring rack for two bikes and new suspended hitch mount options for four and six bikes. (Learn more.)
RedSide Custom Tools MTB Helping Hand Portable Bike Rack
$ 28.99
The MTB Helping Hand allows any rider to keep their bike stable and safe at the start of the trail. (Learn more.)
PNW Components Rover Belt Bag
$ 69
The Rover Hip Pack joins PNW Components’ expanding product line. (Learn more.)
Heated gloves Racer ‘E-Glove 4’
CAD $ 329.99 / USD $ 269.99 / EUR € 199.99
You can now manage the heating stages and monitor the battery with a new button. (Learn more.)
SDG adjustable drip lever
US $ 49.99
SDG has launched a new premium adjustable lever to complement its Tellis dropper. (Learn more.)
Funn Holeshot Grip
$ 16.99
Funn says the compound on the Holeshot absorbs vibration and reduces fatigue while the grip pattern keeps you locked in whatever the weather. (Learn more.)
RSD Bikes 2022 Series
Complete bikes from $ 2199 USD
2022 sees the introduction of a slightly updated Wildcat full suspension trail bike and new colourways. (Learn more.)
Kingpin Melon Optics Riding Goggles
£ 130
Melon has taken the ZEISS Trail Performance lenses and integrated them into a full-format trail-ready design. (Learn more.)
Sombrio artist series
CA $ 114.99
Drawing inspiration from Central American mythology, metal music, local flora and fauna, and mountain biking – every piece of the jersey is a testament to a part of Tom’s personality and creativity. (Learn more.)
Kids Ride Shotgun Pogies for Children for Winter Rides
$ 55 USD
Inspired by a homemade oven mitt that Trev Worsey, a member of the Kids Ride Shotgun team, hacked together. (Learn more.)
MET announces 2022 mountain bike range
From 120 € | £ 110 | US $ 159
All the colors and models of the Italian brand. (Learn more.)
