Gear Break: New for YOU! Bike MS + Primal, Chris King expands internal routing options with release of AeroSet™ 1 & 2, fizik: Breathes comfort, exhales speed — Powerstrap Aeroweave shoes, introducing the S1 hydration sensor by FLOWBIO, Muc Off Explorer bar bag and COROS Wearables: Free limited edition bottle with purchase.
New for YOU! Bike MS + Primal
Chris King Expands Internal Routing Options with Release of AeroSet™ 1 & 2
With more builders, manufacturers, and riders asking for full internal routing of cables and brake lines, Chris King has released two more headsets to bring this option to a much wider array of frames. AeroSet™ 1 fits headtubes with IS52/IS52 upper and lower and 45° x45° bearing sizes. AeroSet™ 2 is the same but with a lower bearing spec of 36°x45° degree.
The new AeroSets™ feature King’s GripLock® technology, which protects a fork’s steerer tube from excessive preload and protects the headset bearings from excessive shock load while riding. The system uses two isolated wedges to isolate headset bearing adjustment from the steerer tube location. GripLock® solves the problem of loose headsets on long-travel mountain bikes and also eliminates the chance of headset-inflicted fatigue on the lightweight carbon steerer tubes found on modern road forks.
Chris King Sales Manager Greg Hudson says, “The AeroSet™ brings King’s whole history of innovation in headsets, like superior bearings and our GripLock® system, to the industry’s most cutting-edge bikes. AeroSet ™ makes servicing internally routed frames easier, while simultaneously cutting down on the amount of service and periodic adjustment riders need to make with conventional headsets. I think a lot of folks believe internal routing will make servicing their bike more challenging, but with AeroSet™ we’ve worked to minimize that challenge, with the added benefits that come with all Chris King headsets.”
AeroSet™ 1 and 2 are integrated headsets, similar to King’s DropSet™ series, which have been in the market for years. The new headsets are available for both the ENVE In Route and FSA ACR internal routing systems. They share the AeroSet™ 3 bearing cap that was launched in 2022 which uses 44mm press-in cups found on many custom framebuilder bikes, AeroSet 1 and 2 fit bikes from ENVE, Argonaut, Baum, Time, and more.
AeroSet™ 1 and 2 are available to order soon in the full array of King’s 2024 colors.
MSRP:
$295 – Steel Bearings
$415 – Ceramic Bearings
Details:
- Engineered, manufactured, and assembled in Portland, Oregon, USA
- King Lifetime Warranty
- Legendary made-in-house bearings
- Patented GripLock® retention design for dependable headset safety and adjustment (US Patent 8662517)
- More info at: chrisking.com
fizik: Breathes comfort, exhales speed — Powerstrap Aeroweave Shoes
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Introducing the S1 hydration sensor by FLOWBIO
The Most Accurate Wearable Hydration Sensor
FLOWBIO has today announced the launch of S1, the most accurate wearable hydration sensor for triathletes, cyclists and runners.
Designed and developed in London, the S1 measures water and sodium losses in real-time. Using an advanced algorithm, it builds a personalised, actionable hydration profile, presenting recovery, preparation and in-session hydration plans for optimal performance.
Worn against the skin, clipped onto either a chest or optical heart rate strap, the S1 and S1 Companion App provide athletes with accurate hydration insights out in the real world. This allows for usage in the same conditions and environments that athletes will be training and competing in.
Each S1 is carefully hand-assembled and individually tested at FLOWBIO’s London HQ, to ensure the highest levels of accuracy and quality.
Backed by the founder of the category-defining Oura Ring and used by elite athletes such as the EF Pro Cycling team and Olympic champion triathletes the Brownlees, the S1 is already revolutionising how top competitors comprehend their own hydration.
Stefan van der Fluit, CEO and Co-Founder of FLOWBIO, ‘Wearable technology for endurance sports athletes has come a long way and yet, until now, anyone without regular access to a lab and a knowledgeable sport scientist has had to rely on estimations based on body weight. Sweat rates between athletes of a similar weight can vary significantly and that’s before you consider additional factors such as activity intensity, air temperature and humidity.Following significant research, development and sweat, we’re incredibly proud to present the S1 as the solution for athletes serious about their performance, providing accurate, athlete-specific hydration insight’.
Sophie Killer, Performance Nutritionist for Olympic & Professional Athletes, ‘For athletes who have busy lives, multiple commitments and, for much of the year, demanding training and racing schedules, it’s simply not feasible for them to carve out multiple days each season for lab testing under a variety of conditions. Having access to technology which enables frequent hydration analysis across a range of different environments with no interruption to their training allows unprecedented, personalised insight into an, as-yet, relatively untapped performance gain. We’re really excited to explore how the S1 can further our, and our athletes’, understanding of hydration for performance and recovery.’
Muc Off Explorer Bar Bag
Made for riders, by riders, our Explorer Bar Bag is specifically designed to keep your stash safe and secure, whatever the conditions. Whether you’re a commuter, weekend explorer or a seasoned bike packer, this lightweight bag is your ticket to stress-free adventure and ultimate convenience. The bag connects securely to your handlebars in seconds without the need for mounts or bolts, and it can hold up to 2.4 litres – so nothing gets left behind. It’s made from a premium grade, water resistant 600D Polyester with TPU coating, everything will be nice and dry when it’s time to unpack.
It’s Tough
With premium grade water resistant 600D Polyester with TPU coating & hook and loop adjustable strap to secure the bag to your headset. It isn’t going anywhere without you!
Need More Space?
All our Essentials Cases attach to the Explorer Bar Bag using the Molle straps and Molle clips (included with bar bag).
Features
- Premium grade water resistant 600D Polyester with TPU coating
- Durable, welded seamless construction
- Water-resistant zip
- Cam buckle adjustable strap secures the bag to handlebars
- Hook and Loop adjustable strap secures the bag to headset
- Designed to fit inner tube and Muc-Off mini pump or CO2 inflator, Rim Stix, multi-tool, repair kit and other vital accessories
- Easy to fit and remove, no tools required
- Inner mesh net and zipped pocket
- Elasticated front bungee cords with adjustable puller
- Hypalon molle attachment loops
- Reflective printed graphics
- Lightweight
- Supplied with: 4 x foam spacers, shoulder strap & 2 x molle clips for attaching a Muc-Off Essentials case
Product Specifications
- Capacity – 2.4L
- Weight: 160g
- Dimensions: 240 x 100mm
- Colour: Black
- Material Composition: 95% polyester + 5% Nylon with TPU Coating
- Care: Brush off any loose, dried muck then wipe with a clean, damp cloth and leave to air dry. We recommend adding frame protection where the strap touches your frame to ensure dirt and grim do not cause abrasion marks
- RRP: €60,00
- More info at: muc-off.com
COROS Wearables: Free Limited Edition Bottle with Purchase
Hydrate like Eliud Kipchoge, Joshua Cheptegei, and Letesenbet Gidey this marathon season with the limited edition NN Running bottle, free with your COROS watch purchase.
To receive your free NN Running bottle, simply add it to your cart after you’ve selected your COROS watch, and use code NNRUNNING at checkout.
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