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Fall sensor: HIT+ sensor - a matter of the head
Price 291,95 Euro
Mountain biking is a high-risk sport and hard landings or falls are the order of the day, especially in enduro and downhill. The frequent consequence: concussions. However, these are not always easy or immediately recognisable. HIT+ measures accelerations that affect the head in real time and warns the rider of possible injuries. The app can be used to record activities and analyse the forces that occur.
Sendhit Nock V2 MTB hand protectors - Handshake
Weight 168 grams; price 74.99 euros >> at Alltricks or Maciag Offroad available
"Fist bump with a tree trunk - every biker has probably got bloody knuckles at some point. The Sendhit handguards provide a remedy. The flexible but robust vinyl plates are mounted on the handlebars using an aluminium clamp. They are available in six colours, and if you want, you can also order your own decal design.
Bike clothing: Fox Greg Minnaar Kit - Hero Costume
Prices 49.99 to 249.99 euros
Race legend Greg Minnaar has been given his own signature collection by Fox, consisting of a Speedframe helmet, Union Boa shoes, shirt, trousers and gloves. This means that even mere mortals can feel like perhaps the greatest downhiller of all time on the trails. The camouflage-patterned design moulds the contours of his home country.
Flatpedals: Deity Supervillain - Superglue
Weight 420 grams; price 169.99 euros
Ok, you probably can't climb walls like a supervillain from a Marvel comic with the Supervillain pedal. But your feet should find maximum grip on the 2.5 millimetre deep concave platform. Additional grip is provided by 14 pins on each side. Platform size: 113 x 105 millimetres.
MTB helmet: Lazer Chase KinetiCore - 5-star protection
Weight 990 grams (M); price 199.95 euros
To prevent bikers from seeing stars in the event of a fall, the Lazer has given the Chase a special helmet structure. KinetiCore is designed to provide additional protection against both blunt and rotating impacts. The Virgina Tech test laboratory has awarded it a 5-star rating. Also good: The Chase weighs less than 1 kilo and has a breakaway visor.
Brake lever: Oak SR brake lever set - Lever action
Weight 20 grams (per lever); price 119.99 euros >> available here
More beautiful braking: Most Sram stoppers already have enough power. But with the new Oak-SR rocker levers, you can also get the most out of your brakes visually. Oak also promises less fatigue thanks to improved ergonomics and maximum performance thanks to increased stiffness. The stylish levers are available in eleven colours.
Tire Inserts: Tire Trooper Evo - Lifebuoy
Weight 272 grams; price 89.95 euros (set)
One thing that Germany's all-rounder Johannes Fischbach doesn't need is punctures - whether in E-Enduro, city downhill or World Cup races. That's why "Fischi" rides his self-developed tyre inserts. The Tire Trooper Evo consists of a two-layer foam with an extra channel for the sealant. Reinforced sidewalls are designed to protect the rims 90 per cent better from damage.
Want even more new parts? Here are ten lightweight parts that make racers happy.
Actioncam: DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro - eye-catcher
Weight 146 grams; price 379 euros >> available here
The drone specialists from China are sending competition for the GoPro into the race. Thanks to its 13.5 f-stops and a pixel size of just 2.4 µm, the Osmo Action 5 Pro is said to deliver crystal-clear images in professional quality - even in low light. Its unique subject tracking keeps bikers always in the centre of the picture. Also top features: 4 hours of battery life and 47 GB of internal memory.
MTB tyres: Maxxis High Roller III - Liability
Weight from 1110 grams; price from 79.90 euros >> available here
For over 20 years, gravity bikers have been turning to the High Roller when it comes to maximum grip on deep and loose surfaces. Now the classic has been reissued and, with its large side lugs, is designed to withstand extreme cornering, hold the line securely and, thanks to the open centre lugs, even dig through rough terrain. The High Roller III is available in 27.5 and 29 inches and only with very grippy MaxxGrip rubber.
Cycling trousers: Monserat Trailpants 3 - long & wide
Sizes 7 widths + extra lengths; price 129,95 Euro
The enduro faction likes to wear moustaches, mullet hairstyles and muted colours. The new Trailpants 3 from Monserat fit the bill perfectly. In three earthy tones, they make little fuss and yet offer nice details: recycled stretch material, adjustable ratchet fastening and zip pockets. Available in intermediate sizes and a 4 cm longer version - also for women, of course.
MTB hub: E-Thirteen Sidekick - idling
Weight 452 grams; price 499.95 euros >> available here
What would Batman be without Robin or Captain America without Bucky Barnes? From now on, bikers will also have a best mate at their side in the form of the new Sidekick hub from E-Thirteen. This is designed to decouple the drive from the rear suspension, thus preventing pedal kickback and increasing grip and comfort on descents. The degree of freedom can be adjusted between 12, 15 and 18 degrees.
>> More information about the new hubs can be found here: New E-Thirteen Sidekick hub: For more sofa on the trail
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