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WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — Retrospec is recalling some Beaumont Plus ST bikes because the front disc brake rotor and brake pads can be misaligned, posing a crash hazard.

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (BRAIN) — Kuat Innovations is recalling its Kuat Transfer v2 1-bike (T201B), Kuat Transfer v2 2-bike (T202B, T222B), and Kuat Transfer v2 3-bike (T223B) bicycle carriers.

Alpine Trail E1 Bosch.

PETALUMA, Calif. (BRAIN) — Marin recently launched an additional Alpine Trail E line of e-bikes that are powered by the Bosch drive system. The Alpine Trial E Bosch e-MTBs are offered in two models and constructed with new Series 4 aluminum MultiTrac 2 LT frames with 160mm travel.

RANDOLPH, Mass. (BRAIN) — The Delta Pivot Rack as designed to cater to a wide range of customers, including those unable to lift heavy bikes, including e-bikes, onto traditional racks.

GOLDEN, Colo. (BRAIN) — Carbs Fuel, which released a high carbohydrate energy gel last year, has followed up with a new drink mix.

WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — Some Korimefa multi-purpose helmets are being recalled because they do not comply with the Consumer Product Safety Commission's positional stability requirements for bike helmets.

About 60 helmets are affected by the recall. No injuries or incidents have been reported.

G500A simulated load test.

(BRAIN) — Bafang announced the development of its Gear Variable Transmission (GVT) technology platform and the G500A internal five-speed automatic shift hub that utilizes it for fat-tire e-bikes.

WASHOUGAL, Wash. (BRAIN) — Efficient Velo Tools, a long-time supplier of shop-quality workstands and other tools, has launched its first portable stand, called the Field Unit.

MONTEREY, Calif. (BRAIN) — A California company is targeting the bike industry with thermoplastic technology, including a new spoke. Its investors include Youngone.

Adventure Micro Pannier.

PORTLAND, Ore. (BRAIN) — North St. Bags has redesigned and refreshed its bikepacking products, including the Adventure Micro Pannier, Roll-Top Trunk Bag, and Handlebar Pack.

LAGUNA BEACH, Calif. (BRAIN) — Crankbrothers has added a new shoe model to its lineup: the Candy Lace, designed for long-distance gravel and bike-packing demands.

A-Aria Astar jersey.

LOS ANGELES (BRAIN) — The Alpinestars 2024 Spring MTB Collection features gear, protection, and helmets designed for pros and mountain bike enthusiasts.

(BRAIN) — Restrap has launched its first hydration vest. made for long-distance tours and races. The Race Hydration Vest is part of the brand's Race Range of products.

MONTEREY, Calif. (BRAIN) — Praxis launched a variety of new products at the Sea Otter Classic, including a new carbon road crank called The Doon, named for a famous climb in the Santa Cruz, California-area.

WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — Some multipurpose kids' bike helmets sold on Temu.com and imported by Chau River Sports Outdoors are being recalled because they don't comply with the Consumer Product Safety Commission impact certification requirements.

MONTEREY, Calif. (BRAIN) — Hexlox, which specializes in locking bolts and nuts to secure components from theft, is showing two new solutions at the Sea Otter Classic, including a rear hub locking nut for e-bikes with rear-hub motors.

Tagged Electric bike / Sea Otter Classic
Bimotal founder Toby Ricco, right.

MONTEREY, Calif. (BRAIN) — Joe Gales was getting frustrated trying to stay with his e-MTB buddies on his Ibis Mojo pedal bike. A lower back injury kept him off the bike most of last year, making his climb back to keep up even more frustrating.

Tagged Sea Otter Classic

MONTEREY, Calif. (BRAIN) — Muc-Off announced at the Sea Otter Classic the upcoming release of its new Road & Gravel Tubeless Sealant.

The EagleBear team.

MONTEREY, Calif. (BRAIN) — The makers of the Prevelo juvenile bike line have launched a new brand for adults: EagleBear. The company, which sells direct to consumers, showed the first EagleBear model at the Sea Otter Classic expo on Thursday.

Tagged Sea Otter Classic

WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — Full Speed Ahead in conjunction with the Consumer Product Safety Commission is recalling its Gossamer Pro AGX+ crankset because the arms can loosen and/or detach from the spindle.

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