An oversized head tube gets Ritchey into the modern mood. Throwback to modern: that's what Ritchey was after with the newly redesigned Ultra. It's a hardtail with XC roots, but trail capabilities. The Ultra features Boost spacing and a 120mm fork. Photo: Dan Cavallari | VeloNews.com
Shimano redesigned its top-of-the-line road shoe and unveiled the new digs at Interbike’s Outdoor Demo. The new kicks feature a two Boa dial design and the same cable routing as before. But the mesh toe is gone to eliminate fabric bunching over the top of the foot. Photo: Dan Cavallari | VeloNews.com
The perforations run throughout the shoe. The size and shape of the holes change, depending on the location to provide as much ventilation as possible, and to allow some room for foot expansion. The heel cup of the shoe has also been redesigned for better heel retention. Photo: Dan Cavallari | VeloNews.com
Just a small step down from Shimano’s halo shoe, the RC7 also gets the dual Boa treatment. And this particular shoe has a subtly spectacular shimmering color scheme. Photo: Dan Cavallari | VeloNews.com
The mountain bike line also got a revamp, with the same perforations and dual Boa design. Photo: Dan Cavallari | VeloNews.com
FSA is finally ready to ship its We electronic group. Photo: Dan Cavallari | VeloNews.com
The shift paddle features two button zones: the top of the paddle shifts the rear derailleur into an easier gear and the bottom part of the paddle puts the bike into a harder gear. It’s the opposite for the front derailleur. This is the brake/shift assembly for the rim brake group. Photo: Dan Cavallari | VeloNews.com
And here’s the shift/brake assembly for the hydraulic brake version. The ergonomics are quite comfortable and slim. That’s surprising, given that the master cylinder lives inside. And yes, those brake levers are adjustable inboard, so fret not, small-handers. Photo: Dan Cavallari | VeloNews.com
The hydraulic group comes stock with FSA’s flat-mount disc brakes. Photo: Dan Cavallari | VeloNews.com
An oversized head tube gets Ritchey into the modern mood. Throwback to modern: that’s what Ritchey was after with the newly redesigned Ultra. It’s a hardtail with XC roots, but trail capabilities. The Ultra features Boost spacing and a 120mm fork. Photo: Dan Cavallari | VeloNews.com
Ever seen the inside of a Rohloff hub? We can only assume this was on display to discourage tinkerers from taking one of these bad boys apart. Photo: Dan Cavallari | VeloNews.com
Suspension is complicated, but Fox simplifies matters with its Live Valve system. Photo: Dan Cavallari | VeloNews.com
Live Valve automatically adjusts shock settings on the fly to counter all trail conditions in real time. This means you’re theoretically always getting the right shock setting for every riding situation. Photo: Dan Cavallari | VeloNews.com
The brain of the system lives on the down tube and features a power button and battery indicator. Photo: Dan Cavallari | VeloNews.com
Ride Concepts shoes is the new kid on the block in mountain bike footwear. It’s the only company integrating D3O material into its insoles and uppers. Photo: Dan Cavallari | VeloNews.com
The D3O material feels soft to the touch, but once it encounters an impact force, it hardens to provide protection. The orange sections of the insole are made from this material, and it’s also integrated into the ankle protection of the upper. Photo: Dan Cavallari | VeloNews.com
Floyd’s certainly isn’t the only CBD oil out there, but the company is dominating the bicycle market. Photo: Dan Cavallari | VeloNews.com
Floyd’s was on hand to show off its new full spectrum select CBD product. Photo: Dan Cavallari | VeloNews.com
While Fix Manufacturing’s tools look nice enough — with all-metal construction and not a cheap plastic to be found — you probably wouldn’t be wowed by it right away. Photo: Dan Cavallari | VeloNews.com
But then comes the surprise: the tool integrates into a specially designed holder. Fix offers several types of holders, including this belt buckle option. Photo: Dan Cavallari | VeloNews.com
The tools are all the same size, so you could theoretically buy one mount and several different tools. Fix makes tools for bicycling, skateboarding, and snowboarding. Photo: Dan Cavallari | VeloNews.com
The Strap On holder features a wide strap option or a narrow one; the wide option works well with fanny pack straps, while the narrow option is ideal for your hydration pack shoulder strap. Photo: Dan Cavallari | VeloNews.com
The truing stand at the DT Swiss booth was a sight to behold. Precision matters. Photo: Dan Cavallari | VeloNews.com
Of the few manufacturers offering test bikes, the majority were showing off e-bikes. Haibike was on hand to give riders a taste of an e-MTB. Photo: Dan Cavallari | VeloNews.com
The newest addition to Kuat’s line of bike racks may be diminutive, but it’s a smart design for those in need of a smaller option. The one-bike rack can accommodate an add-on that turns it into a two-bike rack. Photo: Dan Cavallari | VeloNews.com
Kuat is also entering the ski rack market with the Grip. The unique design features interlocking rubber teeth that mold around your skis for a snug fit. Photo: Dan Cavallari | VeloNews.com
We at the VeloNews office have some Cushcore liners on hand, and we’re excited to try them out. These foam inserts help prevent pinch flats and offer some structure against the tire’s sidewall for improved cornering. Photo: Dan Cavallari | VeloNews.com
There was a lot more than just a new shoe line to show off at the Shimano booth. The new XTR group features redesigned brakes, among other refinements. Photo: Dan Cavallari | VeloNews.com
The caliper incorporates cooling features to ensure consistent braking. Photo: Dan Cavallari | VeloNews.com
Helmets used to be simple EPS foam affairs that got between your noggin and the ground. This is a different beast entirely. 6D helmets showed off its Omni-Directional Suspension (ODS) system that helps deflect energy in a crash. The company touts the design as a helmet within a helmet. Photo: Dan Cavallari | VeloNews.com
Another cutout of a 6D helmet shows how the system is laid out to provide multiple layers of protection. Photo: Dan Cavallari | VeloNews.com
It seems flat pedals are experiencing a renaissance in the mountain bike world. Crank Brothers showed off its brand new Stamp flat pedals. They’re priced for the entry level rider at $50, and they’re exceptionally lightweight. Photo: Dan Cavallari | VeloNews.com
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