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Leatt Endurance Pedals - ankle cuffs
298 grammes; 339 euros
The new Leatt Endurance pedals from South Africa are designed to compete with Shimano's XTR race pedals. With a magnesium body and titanium axle, the pedals should weigh less than 300 grams - a real statement. A triple bearing should ensure durability, while Leatt relies on the proven SPD system for the cleat mechanism.
Manitou R8 Pro - Buffer zone
1530 grams; 1320 Euro
When you think of Manitou, the legendary Dorado upside-down fork inevitably comes to mind. In order to spoil racers with the same comfort, the new R8 has been equipped with a Dorado Air air spring. This should respond smoothly and at the same time offer maximum support. Although weight has been saved in all areas, the R8 is said to be extremely stiff. The suspension travel can be adjusted internally between 80 and 120 millimetres, and the platform can be set or blocked by remote control. Fork all the way. Clever: a fender can be mounted directly on the triple clamp.
Coros heart rate monitor - Captain's armband
19 grams; 89 euros >> available here
Instead of fumbling with the chest strap under your tight-fitting bib shorts, you can now simply strap the heart rate monitor onto your upper arm. The soft fabric strap can be easily adjusted using Velcro, and a modern optical sensor is designed to transmit exact pulse values to up to three Bluetooth® devices for 38 hours.Devices send.
Schwalbe Rick XC - Stubble hairstyle
From 680 grams; 68.90 euros
If you believe the XC pros, there has been a gap at Schwalbe between the fast Thunder Burt and the grippy Racing Ralph. The Rick is now set to fill this gap. Together with Mathias Flückiger, Schwalbe has developed a Tyres with low rolling resistance but high cornering grip at the same time. A reinforced transition area is also designed to protect against snakebites. The new Rick XC is available in 2.4 and 2.25 inch widths and with a transparent sidewall.
Rudy Project Astral X - Astral body
28 grams; 139 euros >> available here
Few sports glasses manage to weigh less than 30 grams. Rudy Project has put the new Astral on a strict diet in order to provide racers with vision protection that is really hardly noticeable. The high quality, customisable nosepieces and numerous filter options are typical of the manufacturer. The supply of spare parts for the Cycling glasses from Rudy Project is guaranteed for several years.
Canyon Tempr CFR Off-Road - Pacesetter
580 grammes; 329.95 euros
With a bang, mail order company Canyon enters the MTB shoe sector. The Tempr is an absolute high-tech racer with a carbon sole and vibram profile. Thanks to precise data analysis and input from the racing teams, the outer material is designed to literally wrap around the foot. Two Boa-Li2 twist fasteners ensure optimum support and maximum acceleration, while high-quality Solestar insoles are included as standard.
WTB Macro 29 x 2.4 TCS Light - Profile neurotic
32 grams; 69,95 Euro >> available here
Nothing gets racers to the finish line faster than a light, smooth-rolling tyre and, of course, strong legs. For the former, WTB now has the Macro in its portfolio. Flat, closely spaced centre lugs guarantee the best rolling characteristics, while softer, more widely spaced outer lugs bite firmly into corners - all combined with three rubber hardnesses. The Macro is only available in 29 x 2.4 inches and optionally in a tanwall version.
32 grammes; 69.95 euros
2.4 inches seems to be the new ideal size for cross-country tyres. No wonder, given the increasingly difficult courses. Tyres with plenty of grip and solid damping are required here, which can also be ridden with the lowest possible pressure. Stefan Frey, test editor
Ryder innovation Groove Tool Pro - Thumbelina
80 grammes; 49.99 euros >> available here
The Groove Tool Pro is barely bigger than a thumb and yet the most important bits and even a chain riveter are hidden in the small torpedo. The sleeve serves as a lever and can be used as a T or I spanner. With its practical holder, the small Tool can be positioned virtually anywhere on the frame.
Fraezen Kaefig - Cage keeping
96 grams; 419 euros
The rear derailleurs from Srams Transmission-Gearsticks are considered to be extremely stable and, in the case of the XX version, also particularly light. But the milling artists at Fraezen have gone one better. The one-piece design of the new derailleur cage "Kaefig" is intended to increase rigidity, which should make gear changes even smoother under load. A higher spring preload also reduces chain slap, while ceramic bearings increase smooth running and service life.
Bike Ahead Composites The Unit ICR - Hammerhead shark
199 grams; 638.99 euros
The brand new Handlebar stem-The lightweight unit from the lightweight construction experts looks as brutal as the snout of a hammerhead shark. You could hardly give your cockpit a more radical diet: At 800 millimetres wide, The Unit weighs from 199 grams - and that with a maximum rider weight of 130 kilos and e-bike approval. Incidentally, ICR means that the cables disappear elegantly into the handlebars on both sides. Optionally with integrated GPS mount.
Stefan Frey
Editor
