Video: 9 New MTB Products from Eurobike 2024
We've been scuttling around halls of Eurobike 2024 in search of the most interesting new MTB parts. Here are a few of the things that have caught our eye so far.
This doesn't look like a neck brace at all.
New Leatt Component Range
After 20 years in the protection and apparel game, Leatt is now adding components like pedals, stems, and bar-grip combos to their lineup. What sets Leatt apart is that they're using a ceramic-coated magnesium alloy they call "Ceramag" that they say makes their pedals and stems lighter than typical aluminum ones. They also claim these magnesium components dampen vibrations better, though they haven't shared any testing data yet. Their top-tier Ceramag Gravity 8.0 stems, available in 33mm, 40mm, and 50mm lengths, are priced steeply, with the lightest (93g) costing $239 USD. More affordable options include the aluminum Gravity 6.0 stems, with the 33mm one weighing 141g and priced at $129 USD. Leatt also offers a direct-mount stem for dual crown forks, priced at $159 USD. Additionally, their new Reaflex grips, designed with vibration-damping material, are available for $29.99 USD in two sizes, 29mm and 31mm. Read the full article here.
Why no built in gimbal stabilizer?
Let's all pretend we understand what's going on in this cutaway.
The power they've crammed into a "SL" sized package is impressive.
DJI's eMTB Motor
Drone-maker DJI has developed a powerful and lightweight eMTB motor called the Avinox, debuting on the Amflow PL eMTB, a 150mm travel trail bike. The Avinox Drive Unit boasts a maximum torque of 120 Nm and a peak power output of 1000 W, all in a unit weighing just 2.52 kg. Impressive power-to-weight ratio and torque density in a compact 137mm width. For comparison, Shimano's EP801 and Bosch's Performance Line CX are heavier and less powerful. While 120 Nm and 1000 W may be overkill for an eMTB, it's clear DJI is showcasing their capabilities. DJI's lightweight batteries, produced with LG cells, come in 600 Wh (2.78 kg) and 800 Wh (3.74 kg) options, using GaN 3x Fast Charging technology. A quick test ride on the Amflow PL revealed some motor noise and clutch rattle, but it wasn't louder than other full-powered motors on the market; we're looking forward to a proper test! More info here.
Devastated to see that alliteration is dead at Schwalbe.
Big casing with little knobs.
Levy is punching air right now, for sure.
Schwalbe's Big New XC Tires
Schwalbe has introduced the Rick XC, a new cross-country mountain bike tire that sits between the Thunder Burt and Racing Ralph in their lineup. Developed in response to requests from Schwalbe athletes like Olympic silver medalist Mathias Flückiger, the Rick XC aims to combine the fast-rolling nature of the Thunder Burt with better grip in soft conditions. It features tall edge blocks for cornering support and lower-profile center tread blocks similar to the Thunder Burt but larger and more spaced out. It's Schwalbe's first 2.4" XC tire, designed for 30mm rims, weighing 760 grams in the Super Race casing, and also available in a 2.25" size for narrower rims. The Rick XC comes in Speed and SpeedGrip compounds, retailing for 68.90 €. Full story here.
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This is the first article with an embedded video I've watched that had integrated ads, not one, but multiple. To be honest, I immediately stopped watching after the second one, because it was so jarring.
There's a reason I stopped heading to Vital for stuff, and it was the copious amount of ads everywhere...
Every time I try some new pedal material, I end up back on aluminum.
*bonus points for shaving off magnesium flakes to start a fire.
For the record the engineer did have some interesting feedback. He's very confident in the ceramic coating being a lot more resilient than typical cerakote. He's not worried about it at all on the stem, and says that even on the pedals as they get beat up, you'd have to basically submerge them in salt water for 150 hours for it to be an issue.
Time will tell, and it's cool to have another option anyway!
Replaced with 8mm stainless pins. And got titanium axles with TiN coating on sale.
I bought these pedals over 6 years ago (on sale). Replaced bearings and bushings once and they are still going.
So 54eur for the Mg pedals and 26eur for the Ti axles - 80 euros total!
Now I call them V13 !
Any guesses how much they weight now?
www.bikeradar.com/news/mountain-bike-pedal-sparks-forest-fire