Gravel tires are trending bigger, so Continental has just added a new size. The German tire manufacturer announced the new 50mm width option for its Dubnital line, which was originally developed for cross-country racing and has gained traction among gravel riders in its existing 55mm size.The tire features a tread pattern designed for dry to damp conditions across rocky, hardpack, and medium-loose surfaces. The design incorporates a fast-rolling center section for straight-line efficiency, complemented by pronounced shoulder knobs that provide braking traction and cornering stability on rough terrain. The tire is Tubeless Ready and hookless-compatible to work with contemporary wheel systems.According to Continentals MTB and Gravel Product Manager, Alexander Haenke, the 50mm dimension targets technically demanding races such as Traka, The Rift, and Badlands. Obviously, those looking for bigger tires already have the 55mm version available, but many frames will now just clear a 50mm, making this the clear choice. The tire is available in two configurations: a Race casing with Rapid compound for speed and efficiency, and a Trail casing with Rapid compound for enhanced durability and control. We had a chance to try out the 50mm Dubnital on a couple of rides with BMC prior to the show, and overall, it handled the mix of broken pavement, sand, hard pack, and loose gravel found on the Sea Otter Gravel Race course quite well. The tire has a nicely rounded profile to it, and in spite of the aggressive knobs, it seemed to roll on the pavement without a lot of excess noise or resistance. There were some spots on loose gravel climbs where the tire struggled for grip, but it seemed like most tires would struggle in those same circumstances. The extra grip provided by the shoulder knobs was extremely welcome in the loose, high-speed corners, however. Weights are to be announced, and the Continental Dubnital 50mm will be available through select retail partners and Continental distribution channels worldwide, with pricing set at $86.95, 74.95, and 66.99 depending on the market.continental-tires.comThe post Continental Dubnital Gravel Tires Get New 50mm Size to Fit More Gravel Bikes appeared first on Bikerumor.

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Ritchey Logic continues to expand its cockpit options with an all-new dropper, some interesting new bar shapes, new classic silver finishes for a few of those, plus an upgraded set of flat pedals. More options and more finishes so all-rounder gravel and MTB riders can get the contact points that make them feel good without breaking the bank.Ritchey Logic expanded gravel & MTB cockpit offerings(All photos/Cory Benson)First up, theyve got a WCS 1-bolt Kite dropper post with two travel options, exclusively in 27.2 to work with traditional gravel and mountain bikes. On the cockpit front, the big news is a premium mid-rise carbon SuperLogic ErgoMax dropbar that combines light weight, all-day ergonomics, and extra comfort for gravel riders. But there are more affordable alloy bars, too.Shiny silver Ritchey alt bars add a couple more options as the popular Kyote gets a new, more dramatically flared-back El Camino flat bar sibling, also available in simple Comp series black ano. And their newest Corralitos ergo gravel dropbar also gets the Classic silver look.Plus, the recent Ritchey plastic platforms now get an aluminum big brother too, with the new Alloy Bigfoot flat pedals.Ritchey WCS 1-bolt Kite 27.2 dropper seatpostThe new WCS Kite is kind of a big deal as its the first Ritchey dropper post. And true to the Ritchey ethos, itll be pretty affordable at just $200 while delivering a trusted clamp, reasonable light weight, and just enough travel & traditional sizing for the type of riders who would want a Ritchey dropper.The dropper is 27.2 only, with a zero-offset 1-bolt head for round or oval rails, and the option for either 70mm or 100mm of infinitely adjustable dropping travel. Its a WCS post, so that means its made of 7075 aluminum and weighs a claimed 380g (70mm) or 410g (100mm). Since its targeting both drop bar or flat bar builds, the Kite dropper does not include a remote. But Ritchey will offer options for both separately.SuperLogic ErgoMax flared carbon riser dropbarAt the other end of the spectrum is the all-new Ritchey SuperLogic ErgoMax, a dramatically shaped carbon dropbar, combining extra ergonomic comfort with premium lightweight performance. Like their other ErgoMax dropbars, this one features a compact but round bend with wider ergonomic tops. But for the top-tier carbon bar, it also adds 20mm of rise just next to the stem to put you in a slightly more upright riding position, while also introducing a flex point to create a more comfy bar for reduced hand fatigue. Plus, theres a generous 90mm of uninterrupted 31.8 clamping width before the rise, so you should still have plenty of space to mount bikepacking bags, GPS mounts, or even a set of aerobar extensions.The SuperLogic ErgoMax gets a big 17.5 flare to the drops, while theres a subtle 5 backsweep for all-day comfort on those riser tops, too. It comes in 4 sizes 38-44cm measured at the hoods, with each being 6.7cm wider at the end of their flared drops.The carbon bars feature 113mm Drop and just 70mm Reach, plus internal cable routing including old school Di2 drilling. The drops flare 17.5, while the ends lean out another 2. Claimed weight is just 240g for a mid-sized 42cm bar. Pricing isnt officially set until the bars roll out this summer, but were told to expect a similar price point to other SuperLogic carbon bars.New Corralitos ergo gravel dropbarRitcheys newest alt drop bar shape is the slightly riser Corralitos drop bar with a short reach & shallow drop. Designed for riding off-road on bikes that traditionally would fit a flat bar, it features a 15mm rise, just 52mm reach, and 67.5mm drop with a smooth anatomic bend. It also gets a round top, generous 24 flare to its drops, and wide widths: 44, 46, 48, 50cm measured from the hoods.The double-butted 6061 alloy Corralitos comes in a 57 black Comp version, and soon also in a shiny high-polish silver Classic edition, too.New flared-back El Camino flat barTheir newest alt flat bar is the El Camino, essentially reshaping the popular alt Kyote (also now in Classic silver) with even more dramatic 35 backsweep and less forward offset. The El Camino looks like what you would get if you remade a beach cruiser bar in a more modern, high-performance spec. The result is a comfortable, upright riding position, but still with plenty of control to tackle any terrain.The 50-60 Ritchey El Camino bar is made of double-butted 6061 alloy. It measures 750mm wide horizontally, with a mega 35 backsweep, 50mm rise, and 200mm wide 31.8 round clamping area offering plenty of space to mount accessories or adventure-ready bags. The 340g bar is available in Comp black now, and soon in that high-polish silver Classic look, as well.WCS Bigfoot alloy platform pedalsLast up here are new sets of aluminum platform pedals to complement the plastic Bigfeet.Simple burly aluminum flat pedals, Ritchey crafted 6061 alloy pedals with a 105mm wide x 110mm concave platform and 10 replaceable traction pins per side. The 17.5mm thick aluminum pedals spin on chromoly axles with a sealed outer bearing and inner bushing.The 445g alloy Bigfoot pedals come in WCS black or Classic silver to match the rest of your Ritchey kit.Oh wait, that bike doesnt have any Ritchey kit on it. But it could surely use a Ritchey Classic cockpit and this new Classic Bigfoot pedals, right?RitcheyLogic.comThe post Affordable Ritchey Kite Post Drops In, Plus SuperLogic ErgoMax, Classic Bars, Pedals Too! appeared first on Bikerumor.

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