MTBS AND PROTECTIVE CLOTHING Climb every mountain
New trail centres, the National Trust cosying up to cyclists and a passionate on-going debate about wheel sizes… mountain biking might be playing second fiddle to road cycling, but the sector is far from down and out. Jonathon Harker lists some stocking options…
Orange
JULY SAW Orange Mountain Bikes release updates to its ever-popular trail bike combo; the Five and Crush. Both models see a number of modifications for 2014 with the move to a 27.5inch wheel size being the biggest change, along with the adoption of 1.5inch headtubes and E-mount front mech mounts. The best-selling 140mm travel
Met
MET’S BLUEGRASS Grizzly Lite back protector hits the £119.99 price point and amounts to a lightweight d3o core inside a stretch vest that keeps it in place. The Grizzly Lite is pitched as ideal for enduro riders and anyone who gives high priority to freedom of movement. The lightweight d30 insert has parallel grooves that increase its capacity to follow the body’s movement. There’s additional lower back protection courtesy of a high density EVA form insert and it
Moore Large
THE FORME MTB range has expanded to 14 models for the 2014 season. The 2013 Winscar 29 series has performed well in practise, being part of Mountain Bike National Series victories from Kenda sponsored athletes. The three 2014 Winscar models range from £1,600 topping out at £3,500 with the flagship Winscar 29C model featuring a Shimano XTR groupset, Rock Shox Sid World Cup Fork and Mavic Crossmax SLR wheel set. Forme will also be revealing seven brand new 650B sized models for 2014. The full range can be viewed across the UK at the Forme Product Launch Roadshow taking place in September and October.
Five will be offered in the usual S, Pro and SE specifications along with a new RS version which comes equipped with SRAM’s 11 speed X01 groupset, RockShox suspension and routing for a Reverb Stealth dropper post. Initially limited to just 50 bikes, the RS sells for £4,199.99 and is expected to be a very much in demand version of a very in demand model. Prices start at £2,499.99 for the S
through to £4,499.99 for the SE with plenty of upgrade options in between.
all has a minimalist design, allowing for a hydration pack to be worn comfortably. All enquiries should be directed to
met.uk@
met-helmets.com
Kenda has new tread patterns
in ‘Honey Badger’ and ‘Tri Bite’, great for braking performance and optimised grip. This all-rounder tyre is designed to be pushed hard and push back harder and is available in 29”, 27.5” and 26”. The ‘24 Seven’ is a new lightweight low profile tyre. Nearly all of Kenda’s tyres are available in sealant compatible
versions. As well as having a full range of 29er tyres, Kenda have this year
introduced a huge range of 650b tyres.
For more information on the ranges contact your area manager or email
sales@moorelarge.co.uk.
Zyro
ABUS’ HILL Bill (£89.99) is aggressively designed with an additional rear spoiler, coming with a double shell in-mould construction for durable fusion of two pieces outer shell and shock absorbing EPS. Fitting comes with the new ZoomPro 2 slider adjustment system, while increased stability is provided through Abus Safety Tech (AST) structure strengthening. Excellent ventilation is achieved through 12 air inlets and seven outlets while removable and washable padding provide maximum comfort. Abus’ S-Force Peak (£59.99) is pitched
at the trail, inspired in styling by the Canadian MTB mecca of Whistler. This in-moulded, 24 vent offering has a reflective trim and ZoomPro precision adjustment system. Bell’s Super helmet (£99.99) straddles
the difference between DH and XC for an all-mountain offering. Incorporating eyewear and goggle management, camera integration, lower rear coverage
NEC, Birmingham 26th September (Trade Only) 27th - 29th September (Open to the public)2013.
BIKEBIZ.COM The Crush offers all the thrills of the
Five just without the rear suspension. Built to take a beating yet scale the climbs with ease, the Crush packs a lot of lightweight grunt between its 140mm RockShox Sektor Gold fork and its 10 speed SLX rear mech. The Crush retails for £1,299.99. Both models are available to order
now from Orange. For more details go to
www.orangebikes.co.uk 01422 311113
and advanced ventilation, the Super is purpose- built for the enduro racer, aggressive trail rider and epic rides. Tifosi Optics has had another bumper year with Zyro, we’re told, thanks to an expanded range and new point of sale units both being snapped up by retailers throughout the UK and Ireland. To capitalize on the summer season, Zyro have launched Tifosi’s new Clarion collection now. Four interchangeable models, including the all-new Podium XC, are now available and all include a Clarion lens. Find out more about those directly from Zyro on 01845 521742
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