MMMM MERINO
Leeuw Apparel NuYarn Merino Base Layer | RRP R750 | www.leeuwapparel.co.za
There is something undeniably desirable about Merino base layers. Is that too many desirables
in one sentence? In normal circumstances, yes, but not when detailing Leeuw Apparel’s NuYarn
Merino base layer. NuYarn Merino provides 120% tougher seams and 35% more stretch than
traditionally woven Merino wool garments, making the fabric ideal for technical apparel, like
cycling base layers. The Leeuw Apparel products feature a 130gsm 88% merino, 12% polyamide
blend, which provides moisture-wicking properties and will help manage your core temperature.
NEW FLUX
FOX Flux Trail Helmet with MIPS |
RRP R2 399 | www.foxracing.co.za
Twelve years ago FOX launched the fi rst Flux
Trail helmet for aggressive trail riders. The
newest model keeps that trail DNA but in its
ground up overhaul includes a Varizorb multi-
density EPS core, a new retention system,
adjustable visor and MIPS impact protection.
With ample ventilation and coverage
extending lower down the back of your head,
the Flux Trail Helmet is equally suited for the
increasingly technical modern marathon and
stage races as it is for trail riding.
DIGESTIVE EASING
Biogen Digest-Zyme Powder| RRP TBA |
www.biogen.co.za
Recovery is one of the fundamental pillars to stage race
success, and refuelling is a key part. But sometimes your
gastrointestinal tract is under too much stress to eff ectively
absorb nutrients, pushing you further into the red zone. If you
struggle with refuelling, bloating or general digestive unease
during races, give Biogen’s new Digest-Zyme Powder a try.
Each sachet includes 5g of dietary fi bre, vitacel wheat fi bre and
an enzyme blend of Protease, Lactase, Cellulase and Lipase.
Sprinkle Digest-Zyme over your food – it works well with shakes,
smoothies or cereals and porridge – and is available in Apple &
Cinnamon, Vanilla and Unfl avoured options.
X MARKS THE SPOT
SPOT X | RRP from $19.99 per month |
www.africa.fi ndmespot.com
SPOT is the Offi cial Tracking Partner of the Absa Cape Epic, so
riders will be familiar with its GEN3 trackers. The SPOT X is an
all-round more versatile device, allowing two-way communication
as well as GPS tracking, wherever you are in the world. Along with
the ability to send SOS messages, the SPOT X provides a platform
from which you can send SMSs and emails, via GPS and American
cellphone numbers, as well as receive them. It also allows you to
check in at a location, if you have pre-linked your Facebook and
Twitter accounts, making it a great tool for avid adventurers. It is
more bike-packing than Absa Cape Epic, but once you’ve ridden
eight days you might as well keep on and do 80…
86 | MTB | gotta have it
TREK INTEGRATION
BY BONTRAGER
AND GARMIN
Bontrager Garmin Edge 1030
| RRP R11 999 |
www.trekbikes.com
In the age of increasing integration
of all components into the overall
working of your bicycle it’s not
a surprise to see one of the
world’s biggest bike brands, Trek,
collaborating with Garmin to produce
a GPS cycling computer tuned for
the needs of its bikes. The Bontrager
Garmin Edge 1030 includes all
the range-topping features of the
standard Garmin Edge 1030 but is
optimised for use on your Trek bike
and with Bontrager’s accessories.
Bontrager says this includes automatic
light control, service reminders based
on ride duration, and an improved
out-of-the box experience.