The Evolution of Carbon Fibre: How Cycling’s Most Advanced Material Was Born A Material With Surprising Origins Carbon fibre may seem like a cutting-edge material created for modern cycling performance, but its origins stretch back much further than most riders imagine. Its story begins in 1879, when Thomas Edison carbonized thin bamboo fibres to...
The 3 Best Value-for-Money Upgrades for Your Mountain, Road & Gravel Bikes Upgrading your bike doesn’t have to mean emptying your bank account or replacing half your components. In fact, some of the biggest performance gains come from small, affordable upgrades that improve comfort, speed, handling, and overall confidence — no matter what you...
Gravel racing has reshaped modern cycling, blending endurance, strategy, and technical skill across unpredictable surfaces. Courses mix smooth dirt with rough rock and loose gravel, pushing both rider and bike to adapt quickly. The World Gravel Championships now stand as the ultimate test in this fast-growing discipline, drawing elite riders and the most advanced...
Why a Good Pair of Bib Shorts Is the Best Investment You Can Make in Your Riding If you’ve spent more than an hour in the saddle, you’ll know that comfort isn’t a luxury — it’s survival. I learned that lesson the hard way. Years ago, I thought any pair of cycling shorts would...
How to Choose the Right Pedal System Pedals are the link between your legs and the bike — choose wisely and your ride becomes more efficient, safer and a lot more fun. This guide covers flats, toe-clips, hybrid and clipless systems, with an in-depth look at clipless for Road, MTB and Gravel riding. Quick...
If you’re in the market for a high-end gravel race machine built for pure performance, the Orbea Terra Race M11eLTD 1X demands attention. Every line, component, and gram of this bike screams speed, precision, and control. It isn’t a “one-bike-for-everything” — it’s a purpose-built race weapon for riders who want to go fast and...
The Bike Carriers Guide Transporting your bike safely and conveniently matters. This guide explains the main types of bike carriers and highlights popular Thule systems that combine durability, ease-of-use and excellent fit for South African roads. Whether you're heading to the trails, racing, or taking the family on a cycling holiday, choosing the right...
Pedal With Purpose – Silverback’s Global Movement The pedal with purpose mission is a tribute to those who dare to dream and commit to their journey, embracing the ups and downs with unwavering determination. It’s a reminder that progress isn’t always a straight line but always worth the effort. United by imagination, fueled...
Why It’s Important to Service Your Bike Regularly Whether you ride for fitness, racing, commuting or adventure, your bicycle is a precision machine made up of moving parts that wear over time. Just like a car, a bike needs regular servicing to stay safe, efficient and enjoyable to ride. Many riders only think...
MET vs. Giro vs. Leatt — Which Helmet Is Right for You? Three leading helmet brands, three different approaches to safety, fit and rider priorities. This guide breaks down what makes MET, Giro and Leatt helmets unique, who each brand is best for, and how to choose the right helmet for road, gravel...
