For Claudio Caluori, the summer of 2021 brings on a whole series of new challenges in his home region of Graubünden. Three years after Claudio and Danny MacAskill had a spectacular chase through the “Home of Trails”, it’s all about glory again this year but mostly about honor – times five. A handful of famous mountain bike riders will challenge Claudio on the legendary trails in the five biking regions of Graubünden. Click here for the opening clip: Claudio Caluori, the jack-of-all-trades of mountain biking, knows the trails of Graubünden inside out. To kick off the 2021 season, Danny MacAskill, Claudio’s…
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It is not easy for anyone to completely reinvent themselves. Especially not if you are used to an adrenaline-fueled lifestyle full of action and then have to start a completely different life almost from scratch. Mountain bike freeride professional Tarek Rasouli was forced to take exactly this step when he seriously injured his spine at the height of his career and was confined to a wheelchair from then on. Since that momentous day in 2002, Tarek has been proving every day that giving up is not an option and that there is nothing that can drive a thoroughbred mountain biker…
Introduced as an alternative to HYPERGLIDE+ drivetrains, LINKGLIDE is made for longer-lasting performance. LINKGLIDE technology available on DEORE XT 1×11 and DEORE 1×10 speed drivetrains. As e-biking and other mountain biking styles continue to grow, so too does wear and tear on drivetrains. To solve this issue, SHIMANO is introducing LINKGLIDE technology, designed and engineered with increased drivetrain durability, whilst still delivering the seamless shifting that SHIMANO is renowned for. LINKGLIDE technology will be introduced initially at DEORE XT (1×11 speed) and DEORE (1×10 speed) level and is intended for use on a wide variety of bikes and different riding…
The Epic Bikepark Leogang is celebrating its 20th anniversary. In line with this, there is great news: new trails like “Vali’s Hölle” provide fresh momentum. On May 8, the time will come to open this year’s bike season in Pinzgau. Season highlights include both, the hosting of the first double World Cup from June 11-13, and the BIKE Festival, which will take place in Saalfelden Leogang from September 10-12. The Epic Bikepark Leogang has its 20th birthday this year and it’s set to impress with many highlights. There is a new part of the Downhill track, named after Downhill high-flyer…
NS Bikes is proud to introduce the new Define AL 170, a long-travel, mixed-wheel-size sled for all round shredding in any terrain – pedal to the mountain, tear it all up, cruise home smiling. The AL 170 joins the Define range as its biggest-hitting bike, with relaxed geometry, 170mm rear and 180mm front suspension travel, 29in front and 27.5in rear wheels, and a send-proof aluminum frame. With the Define AL 170, nowhere is off-limits Designed to address the needs of riders who want more confidence from their ride than a standard Enduro bike can deliver but still want to be…
Episode 3 will focus on how our Protection Range has evolved over time as we continue to innovate and produce the most protective yet comfortable products. The DNA of Leatt is really one of innovation, where we look at what is required within the industry and try and try and produce an answer to a problem. Rather than just take a product and just reinvent it to add to our product mix.- dr Chris Leatt About Leatt
In this day and age, despite the enormous range of fantastic bicycles in all shapes, sizes and colors to satisfy all tastes, the trend towards highly individualised bikes seems to be on the rise. While some wicked individuals like Dangerholm focus heavily on technical tuning with the aim of achieving the extremely low weight and ultimate performance, other custom bike enthusiasts and customers strive above all for meticulous color matching and unique look of their dream machines. Stefan, the owner of RTB Bikes, the German exclusive distributor of Antidote Bikes, didn’t have to look far for inspiration when he built…
Hey, 2021. Crankworx is back and is inviting the best in the world along for the ride. Today, the world’s largest mountain bike festival officially puts its first stake of 2021 in the ground. After two successful made-for-TV festivals in 2020, was there ever any doubt?! Crankworx Innsbruck will return to its spring home in the calendar, launching from Bikepark Innsbruck for the fifth year, June 16-20. On offer will be five days of racing, competition and good times in the mountains with friends, featuring the world’s best mountain bike athletes from different disciplines. The action will kick off on…
SHIMANO’s brand-new Explorer Collection includes the Sagami, Saiko, Hida and Sayama lines which are specifically designed for women. The balance of style, versatility, and durability at an affordable price point helps newcomers fully enjoy being in nature. GET THE BEST START In the early stages of mountain biking, fun should definitely come first, and this is reflected in the Explorer Collection’s aesthetics. The Sagami and Saiko jerseys are available in multiple colours and designs to add some personality to the performance. The collection is both stylish and sporty, created to make its wearer feel comfortable and confident in mind and body right from the start. It’s the perfect…
This is kit made for the trail, not the closet! From the first ride to the fully-fledged enthusiast, this brand-new SHIMANO MTB clothing collection is ready to join a journey along the trails of every ride, through the seasons and through a rider’s development. Get the best start Newcomers to any sport want great value and versatile gear that they can trust; every item in the Explorer Collection is built to satisfy these core desires. Items include the tried and tested technologies that have trickled down from the professional ranks but with the cut, colours and cost tailored to suit…
We witness a moving and inspirational story of how and why Leatt came to be in In Episode 1. However, the problem solving continues in episode 2 as it explores how the neck brace model has evolved and advanced over the years. So, I’ve got no qualms with taking a product off the market or just terminating its design and iterative process – if we believe that, that product is not safe and you wouldn’t put it on your child.- dr Chris Leatt The Leatt neck brace is a product, designed to reduce the risk of severe neck injuries. This…
The first Freeride Fiesta at La Soledad Bike Park in Guadalajara, Mexico, is over. One of the highlights, besides huge freeride jumps and impressive tricks, was a group of Mariachi who provided musical accompaniment to the event. Watch the final video of Mexico’s biggest freeride event: 21-year-old Johny Salido fulfilled his year-long dream of creating the biggest freeride track in Mexico by building the Freeride Fiesta course. It took him over five months to build the track and finally organize and host the event with the help of friends and sponsors. This year’s course included seven features: a step-down, a…
Global protective gear and apparel company, Leatt has launched a NEW Heritage Video Series, to tell the story behind how Leatt started and how they got to be where they are today, as a head-to-toe brand. Episode 1: The Origins Story It dawned on me that I can’t allow my son to ride and expose himself to this sort of risk. I couldn’t believethat there wasn’t a product. That’swhen I started working on the whole project to develop the neck brace.- dr Chris Leatt The story of how and why Leatt came to be what it is today, is an…
Known for its supreme range of protective products, Leatt is thrilled to welcome Canadian freeride Icon, Brett Tippie to the #LeattFamily. After decades of pushing the boundaries of the sport, Brett went in search of premium protection, so he can continue hitting hard lines, while reducing risk as much as possible. Brett will be wearing Leatt’s helmets with 360° Turbine Technology, designed to reduce dangerous rotational and linear impact forces to the head and brain. The Godfather of freeride mountain biking has also sparked a keen interest in neck braces, Leatt’s most well-known product. Limb and body protection, with softshell…