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Technical Briefing: Signature pedals, steel hardtails, a collaboration with Iron Maiden and more
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Technical Briefing: Signature pedals, steel hardtails, a collaboration with Iron Maiden and more

Technical briefing is a feature dedicated to new stuff we discover each month but haven’t gotten our hands on yet. An eclectic dose of tech, from revolutionary products to traditional novelty gear, with a few crazy things thrown in for good measure.


Chris King Mix-N-Match Headset Program

Chris King is expanding its Mix-n-Match program, which allows riders to mix the colors of their King headsets to create unique combinations. (Learn more.)

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Handup Gloves – Collaboration with Pabst Blue Ribbon

Handup Gloves launches its fourth collaboration with Pabst Blue Ribbon. (Read more.)

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Wolf Tooth EnCase Pump

$64.95 (40cc) / $69.95 (85cc)

The new pump is available in a 40cc or 85cc version and both feature storage for multiple tools. (Learn more.)

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Archibald Cycles: Production-ready, customizable AC1 enduro bike

Frames from 5,000 CAD (approx. 3,650 USD)

It’s cool to see the evolution of this customizable bike with BC gearing. (Learn more.)

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Goodyear Wrangler MTF and MTR tires

The new tires are designed for dry and dusty to rocky and moderate conditions. (Learn more.)

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WTB Macro 2.4 XC tires

$76.95 / €69.95 / £75.00.

WTB is launching a new fast-rolling option that is claimed to weigh 732 grams. (Read more.)

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SS24 Melon Optics x Iron Maiden

Melon Optics is adding more designs featuring the legendary British metal band Iron Maiden to its range for SS24. (More information.)

Melon Iron Maiden studded glasses

Knog Blinder Lights

$219.95 – $269.95 USD

Knog’s new Blinder X range with 1800 and 2300 lumen light heads is now available. (Read more.)

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Glacier Cycles Baguette Enduro Bike

$5,990-$7,390 (frames from $3,490)

Glacier Cycles is a brand from the French Alps that, contrary to what the name of its models might suggest, does not produce pastries. (Find out more.)

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YT Industries Decoy Super Natural

The new Decoy SN uses Fazua’s Ride 60 motor to keep the weight down and provide a natural ride. (Learn more.)

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ManitouR8

The R8 is Manitou’s new top-of-the-range XC fork. (Learn more.)

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Burgtec Penthouse Flat MK5 B-Rage Edition pedals

£144.99 / €170.00 / $183.99 USD

The B-Rage Edition is 12mm longer from front to back, giving it a platform of 112mm x 102mm. (More info.)

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Prevelo Zulu Series Kids Hardtails and Pivotal Dropper Post

44.95 USD

Prevelo has collaborated with KS on a kid-friendly dropper seatpost that uses the Pivotal interface for a low stack height. (Read more.)

Prevelo Zulu

Rimpact Race Edition tire inserts

39,99 €

The Race Edition inserts are 27% lighter than Rimpact’s V2 inserts. (Learn more.)

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Fairdale Elevator Hardtail

3,299 USD / Frameset: 599 USD

A 29-inch hardtail with a certified BMX background. (Learn more.)

Fairdale elevator completed

Esker Smokey Steel Hardtail

Complete from 3,000 USD / Frame only: 1,000 USD

Long travel, aggressive geometry and highly adjustable dropouts make this a fascinating offering. (Learn more.)

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Mod Coil Shock compatible with Formula Yoke Mount

A yoke mount compatible version of the Formula Mod coilover shock is now available. (Learn more.)

Mod coil shock compatible with yoke mount.

Ride Concepts Tallac Mid Shoes

44.95 USD

The new Tallac Mid offers additional protection and more support than the original. (Learn more.)

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RideWrap Creator Protection Kits

85 CAD / 69 USD / 59 GBP / 75 EURO

Creator Protection Kits can be used either alone or in combination with a RideWrap Tailored Protection Kit. (Learn more.)

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Damper App

The app is designed to help you keep track of your suspension settings. (Learn more.)

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YT Industries Dirtlove AL Dirt Jumper

Starting at US$999/Euro999/GBP999/CAN$1399

The new aluminum Dirtlove was developed with input from Erik Fedko. (Learn more.)

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Knolly Delirium, 190 mm

Frame only with Fox DHX2: 3199 USD / 4299 CAD

The Delirium returns as a freeride/park bike with 190mm travel and a double crown fork. (Learn more.)

Knolly Delirium – Source: Jake Fox

Burgtec Bartender Pro Josh Bryceland Signature Handle

Burgtec’s latest product is a locking handle that feels like a clip-on handle. (Read more.)

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Starling Cycles complete bike conversions

£5000 – £7650

Starling now offers complete wheels for its entire range. (More information.)

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Collaboration between 3dumb and Ripton

Fancy denim might not be your thing, but Max Nerurkar’s rides are worth watching. (Learn more.)

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