UniteUnite's stand was covered in lots of CNC cut aluminum bike jewelry but the stand out was their new set of cranks. These are fully manufactured in the UK from aircraft-grade 7075 aluminum including arms, axle, lock ring, and the retaining/extracting bolt. These cranks are a work of art. They are a direct mount only with regards to the chainring mount, which is similar to SRAM so no new standard is coming in with these cranks. It is a self-extracting design that only requires Allen keys to remove it. The axle is either 30mm or SRAM's DUB standard. Altogether the cranks weigh 560g and come in 8 colors as with all of the Unite components. Initially, the cranks will be 175mm long or 165mm long but other lengths and e-bike versions will follow.
Alongside the new cranks, you can also get the lock-ring as an individual item to replace your plastic lock-ring found on SRAM's cranks, again in 8 colors.
76 Projects76 Projects had a new Presta valve called 'No Clog' HV Tubeless Valves out for display. The one shown is for road bikes but a mountain bike version will be out soon. This valve is specifically designed to work with tubeless setups. 76 Projects' valves have 3 times the air through-put of a normal valve and a redesigned core that helps prevent sealant build-up. Tubeless bike tires and rims were introduced 20 years ago yet all tubeless valves still use Presta valve designs. The clearances in a Presta valve are smaller than the holes that sealant is supposed to be able to block so it's no surprise that the valves get clogged.
The 76 Projects' valves have 'No Clog' internals with greatly increased clearances to prevent sealant build up. Alongside this they have a 300% increase in the volume of air they can allow through over Presta valves. This will fill the tire faster and help seat and seal the bead. This added space will also allow you to inject sealant directly through the valve centre and are compatible with tire inserts. These valves will still fit your standard Presta drilled rims and the valve core is still removable, same as your old Presta valves.
VirisViris had all of their glasses and goggles on show, along with their new range of soft goods. There is a lot in the works over at Viris but, much like the rest of the world, they are being held up a little by supply chain issues.
IONAlongside some new 4-way stretch riding pants that are new out for ION, they also had their new trail helmet on show. These are about to be released so I can't say too much more than this is what they look like and they will have MIPS.
KaliKali had their new Invader 2.0 trail full face helmet on display. This is what Kali had to say about it "We listened to your feedback on the original Invader and feel like we have solved the fit issues for finicky heads. If you tried the first Invader and loved it but couldn't get a dialled fit, we know you will love the Invader 2.0. This helmet is built with unibody construction, allowing it to pass motorcycle chin bar testing. The Invader 2.0 comes with a large selection of antibacterial pads, 3 sizes of cheek pads, allowing you to create your very own personalized fit. The Invader 2.0 also comes with an adjustable visor and a Fidlock closure system and new Frequency Fit System that allows for vertical and dial adjust."
The Invader 2.0 weighs just 640g and passes EN 1078, CPSC.
Peaty'sAlongside Peaty's multicoloured tubeless valves they also had their new range of chain lube and greases on display. Peaty's chain lube comes in LinkLube Premium All Weather, LinkLube All-Weather Chain Lube, LinkLube Wet Weather and LinkLube Dry so no matter what your weather conditions Peaty's have a lube for you.
When it comes to grease, Peaty's have added Bicycle Assembly Grease, Speed Grease and Max Grip Carbon Assembly Paste so no matter what the maintenance task the Peaty's range has you covered.
Atherton BikesAtherton bikes had their Enduro out on display - the Atherton A150. This is a 150mm travel 29" wheeled enduro bike, which looks stunning. The frame is constructed of Atherton's custom weaved carbon tubes and 3D printed Titanium lugs. It's a unique build method but one that allows a unique ability to adjust and change bike geometry and sizing on a bike by bike basis if needs be. Tailored is a good description of these bikes, as they may have some parts that are built using cutting edge technology but they are all individually hand-built in Wales.
HuntAlongside the other wheels that we know Hunt for, they also had their newly updated Hunt Trail Wide aluminum wheels set. These wheels are designed to be the do it all-wheel in the Hunt range. They come in 29", 27.5" and mixed wheel sizes, all of which have a 30mm inner width and come taped ready for tubeless. With regards to the freehub, you can get hunt wheels in SRAM XD driver, standard Shimano and the new Shimano Microspline.
HopeThe Hope stand, as always, was covered in the kind of bling that you would expect from Hope. The stand out items though were Hope's new range of clipless pedals that come in all the colours that you expect from Hope and the same amazing Hope quality.
The Union Clip Pedal comes in 3 varieties: the RC (which is more of an XC race pedal), the TC (which is a trail orientated pedal with a medium sided platform and 4 pins) and the GC pedal (which is aimed squarely at gravity orientated riders).
Alongside the new pedals were the XCR lightweight cross-country brake set which hope launched earlier this year.
PygaPyga had plenty to see but front and centre was their new candy paint option being shown off on their Hyrax trail bike, this is an option for all of their bikes and looks stunning.
However, it was hard to miss the Pyga MoBu. The carbon layup is just too good to paint, so this 115mm bike will be coming unpainted and with a lifetime warranty on not only its frame but also its bearings.
PivotPivot had their brand new Firebird on show. This bike is an absolute brawler ready for anything you can throw at it.
DMRNothing too new on the DMR but they did have some amazing custom-painted bikes.
GTGT had plenty of retro bikes on show but when it comes to new bikes they had the brand new GT Force with its idler gear high pivot set up.
CannondaleCannondale had a few new releases on their stand. The brand new Cannondale Jekyll was the pride of place with its high pivot idler set up, all in an amazing oil slick paint scheme.
Dave was also chilling in the corner of the stand. The new Cannondale Dave dirt jump bike looks like a winner.
Leaving the gravity stuff behind, Cannondale have a new XC bike out. The Scalpel Carbon SE LTD Lefty has more travel than ever before with 115mm of rear travel and 120mm brand new lefty fork. The Scalpel Carbon SE LTD Lefty has a brand new lightweight carbon FlexPivot frame. The key to Scalpel’s suspension performance and lightweight frame is carbon flex points replacing bearings. These patented carbon plates create virtual Horst Link pivots while being stiffer and lighter than bearings.
I thought we were over the "aircraft-grade" bullshit, especially when the alloy (and usually the heat treatment) are listed right after the useless phrase. Because the alloy and treatment are what matters, not some made-up and undefined factor of airworthiness.
www.ryerson.com/resource/the-gauge/grade-anatomy-aluminum-6061
If you take out the valve core the tip of a small Stan’s bottle fits perfectly in them as well for no mess topping up.
I've just started using these
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Also www.vikingtapes.co.uk/products/tesa-4289-tubeless-bike-wheel-rim-tape-32mm-x-66m?variant=39318301147199
When you drill the rims don't go too big on the holes.
Drilling out my rims for schrader is one of the best changes i've made in a long time.
The original chainring on my M8000 cranks lasted for 3 years, only retired it this week because the crank itself is now banana shaped.
dhhack, do they make one that will fit but without shimano style toothing? ie run the better sram chains?
(yes I understand that other cranks are more bling, and I did have a nice time on a set of racface that came on a bike for a few years.)
I was in a hurry to replace my trashed M8000 XT cranks a couple of weeks ago and decided to pull the trigger on a Deore M5100, for no more than 50€.
Turns out the M5100 crankset is bonkers good, I'm puzzled how great it is for the price. Bling apart, I couldn't justify a 100€ crankset when the M5100 exists, not even worth mentioning a 500€ one
I've done the schradder tubeless on a non tubeless wheel and it was miles ahead on pumping air inside.
I know the industry is all in the presta design, CO2 inflators, pump heads, almost everything is based on presta valves, but come on, just give us the option.
Not gonna lie.... me.
small piece of that picture looks beautiful and if they are not 3500 USD and actually answer their phone/email like several UK builders hadn’t when I was ready to buy, they may have another sale or two.
Have you seen Olly Wilkins in the Speed of Sound video? For the main part he was riding this bike:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJgeBFwkW9Y
Thanks for the info brother!
Yeah I did some digging late last night after work and it looked like last run was 2017.
Definitely a nice looking, modular platform with being able to run 26/27.5 on it.
Prophets were a nice ride too, I had one when they first came out and had an avalanche rear shock on it (overkill but super plush) they were crisp handling and stiff putting the power down.
I will check out Ollie’s clip as soon I get the coffee in the cup! Thank you.
On the hunt now..lol
www.themudhugger.co.uk/products/the-left-one
Well.... Yeah a little bit, but it would work better than the downtube, mounted fenders.
They do: black. The One True colorway is black. Only black.