This week has been quieter on the tech front – perhaps because the road-cycling world has taken over everything with their Tour de France spectacle. We’ve got some good stories for you, though, including new gravel tyres from Pirelli and advice on mountain bike trails.
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Pirelli adds more puncture protection to the Cinturato RC-X tyre
Pirelli has launched a new Cinturato RC-X tyre with added puncture protection. The tyre is designed for gravel racing, and the “X” in the name stands for “extreme.”
The RC-X builds upon the success of Pirelli’s gravel race-focused Gravel RC tyre, which was launched last year. But unlike the RC model, the Cinturato RC-X has a casing structure called TechWALL X. This structure comprises a 60tpi nylon casing with an extended overlap on the sidewall, enhancing the tyre’s resistance to cuts.
There are two widths available now – 35mm and 40mm – and one more to come later on.
Types of mountain bike trail – different trail types and what they mean
Once you get your mountain bike, finding the best trails to ride it on is the inevitable next task. It’s all fine to pootle around the local farm tracks or park but to progress your skills and get a bit more enjoyment out of your mountain biking, finding purpose-built trails is essential.
In this feature, Lance covers all the different types there are and also explains what you should be looking out for when you choose where to ride. It’s important to not head to the black trails unless you are ready for them!
Tweedlove to host new e-MTB adventure race in Scotland
There’s a new e-MTB race coming for those that like to enjoy the thrill of downhills without exhausting themselves getting up the ascents. Tweedlove has teamed up with Bosch eBike Systems to launch a new two-day race, specifically designed for electric mountain bike riders. The inaugural event, called ‘E23’ in short, will take place on the weekend from 18-20 August 2023 in Innerleithen, Scotland
Tickets are already available and the weekend is filled with much more than just riding bikes.
Top reviews
A lot of our team’s time is dedicated to thoroughly reviewing products, and this week we’ve published a whole host, covering you from head to toe. Starting with the head: we’ve reviewed two helmets, the POC Tectal Race Mips, and Lazer Cage KinetiCore full-face helmet. We’ve also given the verdict on Endura MT500 Burner Clipless Shoes, and Race Face Flank Core body armour.
If you are on the lookout for some new cycling items, check out our reviews page.
