Berds textile spokes are highly regarded for their unique ride quality, low weight, and high strength. Today, Hope introduces a Hook Flange version of its Pro 5 hubs designed specifically to work with Berds unique spokes. With the Pro 5 Hook Flange, Hope joins a very small number of brands offering hubs specifically for Berds ultralight spokes, adding another high-performance option to the list.Of course, Berd Spokes are already compatible with most J-bend hubs, though it requires special prep, including the enlargement and chamfering of the spoke holes. Berd Approved hubs feature a unique flange with literal hooks a Hook Flange for the spokes to loop around. This simplifies the build process while providing the appropriate spacing, angles, and seat profile for Berds textile spokes. Other Hook Flange hub options include Berds own Talon hubs, the Onyx Vesper, and Erase Components.Hope Pro 5 Hook Flange Hubs DetailsThe hooks of the Hook Flange design are the Berd Approved interface for Berds unique spokes.Hope took its already proven, precision-machined Pro 5 hub and created a new shell that includes the Hook Flange design. According to Hope, the design was developed under official license and approval from Berd following joint testing. Reportedly, the licensed and approved design ensures the most secure fit, consistent tension, and durability for Berds unique spokes.Hopes Pro 5 hubs are already well known for being stiff, strong, reliable, and easily serviceable. With six pawls engaging in sets of 3 and a 54T ratchet, the Pro 5s 108 POE results in quick pickup with 3.33 degrees between engagement points. The new Pro 5 Hook Flange hubs are being offered with XD, XDR, Microspline, and Shimano 11-speed freehub options, but the brake rotor interface is currently centerlock only.Unfortunately, weights were not provided, but its fair to assume theyll be similar to the existing non-Hook Flange Pro 5 hubs. Check out the specs below for more details.Hope Pro 5 Hook Flange Hub SpecsHook Flange system licensed by BerdFRONT hub: 100mm(24 spokes only)or110mm(28 spokes only)REAR hub: 135/142mm(24 spokes only)or148mm(28 spokes only)Availablein12mm &15mmSealed stainless steel cartridge bearings throughoutHub shell machined from a single forged 2014-T6aluminiumbilletCenterlock onlyUnsurpassed reliabilityNumerousavailableconversionkitsXD, XDR,Shimano MS, Shimano 11sp freehub optionsA Play for 32 Wheels?Interestingly, this new hub launch coincides with Berds announcement of new PolyLight X spokes and longer versions of its standard PolyLight spokes to fit 32 wheels. Coincidence? Perhaps. Or maybe Hope is hoping to stay ahead of the curve as high-performance 32 wheels gain traction in the coming months. We already know that Berd spokes are lighter than their metal equivalents, and that the reduction in weight will likely (definitely) be even more important on larger wheels. In the 32 arms race, which is very likely to include some Berd-spoked wheel builds, Hope adds another premium hub option to the mix.Whether Hope is making a timely move for the 32 wheel market or not, the new Pro 5 Hook Flange hub is another option for riders interested in building up a unique, lightweight, custom wheelset using Berd spokes, regardless of wheel size.Hopes new Pro 5 Hook Flange hubs will be available soon.Hope Pro 5 Hook Flange Hub: Pricing and AvailabilityHopes new Bred Spoke compatible Pro 5 hubs will be available starting February 1st, with prices listed below.Front: RRP 125.00 // 157.00 // $163.52 (ex tax)Rear: RRP 255.00 // 320.30 // $353.50 (ex tax)You can find out more about Hopes Pro 5 Hubs and eventually purchase some for your next lightweight custom wheel build on the brands website.hopetech.comThe post Hope Introduces New Pro 5 Hook Flange Hub for Berd Spokes appeared first on Bikerumor.

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Aerobag is a wearable airbag designed for professional cyclists, which will be used by WorldTour team Picnic PostNL in training this season and possibly even races. The system consists of TPU tubes integrated into channels sewn into lightly modified bib shorts, and a small pouch worn on the rear of the riders back. This contains the brains of the system and the user-replaceable 35 CO cartridge. When the system fires, the TPU tubes inflate and provide impact protection for your hips, pelvis, ribs, trunk, torso, collarbone and neck. Airbags for cyclists have long been mooted as a hypothetical safety solution. But, Aerobag is one of the first serious attempts to bring impact protection into the pro peloton without fundamentally changing how riders dress, move or race. Read more: Why the hell am I not wearing hockey equipment? pro rider calls for safety gear at Tour de France How does Aerobag work? Sensors control the system. Jack Luke / Our Media Aerobag uses electronic sensors and software to detect a crash and trigger inflation. Its all fired by an algorithm, explains Quinton van Loggerenberg, Aerobag international business development manager. There are XYZ sensors, inertia sensors, impact sensors, and there are magnetic fields to give you a fixed zero the system is very clever He explains that cycling kit needs to be lightly modified to accommodate the system: Thats only because we need to control where the tubes go so that the inflation happens in the right place In practice, this means adding small, elastic loops that hold the sleeved tubes in the right place. The small elastic loops on the braces hold the system in place. Jack Luke / Our Media Van Loggerenberg was keen to stress that Aerobag is sold as a standalone system rather than being permanently built into one item: You get an airbag system, and then you can have your bib shorts and your jacket or whatever: While he feels the system is small enough and light enough, Van Loggerenberg concedes its not quite cheap enough. Were trying to keep it around the sort of 750 to 800, he said. Its pretty expensive. Theres a lot of technology involved. Van Loggerenberg said the idea for Aerobag came after a young Belgian rider. [When] Bjorg Lambrecht crashed and died, we decided that there had to be a better way of sending riders down the road, he said. You cant send them down the road in [just] Lycra at 70km/h. Team Picnic PostNL to use the tech Team Picnic PostNL will use the system this season. Jack Luke / Our Media Team Picnic PostNL has already announced it will use Aerobag, with Van Loggerenberg saying another major WorldTour team will soon announce its using the system. As Picnic PostNLs clothing sponsor, Nalini is producing the initial integrated kit and is working with Aerobag on wider availability. Nalini has made these for Picnic PostNL and is the early adopter for us, van Loggerenberg said. Nalini has committed to working with us for the coming season for more general availability to the public, he continues. TPU tubes provide the impact protection. Jack Luke / Our Media Van Loggerenbergsaid Aerobag is already in contact with cyclings governing body, the UCI, over adopting the system. We are already in discussion with the UCI through a number of projects, and the UCI have been broadly supportive, he said. He feels confident the UCI will welcome the system, citing Belgian employment law, which mandates that an employee in this case, a sponsored rider has a right to use safety equipment if they request it. As for the effectiveness of the system, he concludes by saying: The reason you cant buy a car without an airbag is because [they] just work.

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Today, Shimano introduces the latest dual-function pedal in its lineup, the PD-EH510. This versatile hybrid pedal combines Shimanos renowned SPD clip-in system on one side with a fairly large flat pedal platform on the other. This gives riders the choice between clipped-in efficiency or the freedom of flat pedals, with a versatile pedal thats ready to ride, no matter which shoes they choose.Designed for riders who value adaptability across changing terrain and riding styles, the PD-EH510 is built to perform whether commuting, exploring gravel roads, or venturing off pavement for the first time. This new dual-function pedal appears to be an upgrade over the brands existing EH500 model and aims to provide riders with a convenient single-pedal solution that can do it all.Shimano PD-EH510 DetailsClip-in or flat, the Shimano PD-EH510 lets you decide.This new hybrid pedal is designed to serve as both a flat/platform pedal and a clip-in SPD. The clip-in side features Shimanos time-tested and impressively consistent SPD binding system. The binding clips onto the SPD cleat for an efficient and secure mechanical connection to the pedal, with adjustable release tension. A durable resin pedal body with a textured finish surrounds the binding mechanism. The leading and trailing edges are angled and thinned for increased pedal clearance, but there appears to be some platform on either side to interface with the soles of shoes for lateral stability.On the other side, the durable resin body creates the flat pedal platform. With platform dimensions of 111mm x 96mm, it is roughly on par with the size of many dedicated flat pedals. The flat side also features eight back-loading pins around the perimeter of the platform to provide grip and traction for the soles of your riding shoes. That said, Shimano does not mention mountain biking anywhere in its press materials; instead, the words exploring gravel and venturing off pavement provide more insight into its intended use.Shimano PD-EH510 Specs:Hybrid SPD and platform designWide (111 mm x 96 mm) platform for improved pedaling stabilityEight pins on the flat side for enhanced grip and bike controlResin pedal body with textured finish for improved durabilityThinner pedal profile for increased ground clearanceDurable bushing bearing construction for long-lasting performance.Best Paired with SHIMANO GF, EX, and ET shoesIf youre the type of rider who switches up your shoes/pedals depending on the ride, or you simply want a versatile pedal that allows you to choose while on the move, the new Shimano PD-EH510 looks like a solid option to consider. After all, its built for riders who want one pedal that does it all, the PD-EH510 delivers SHIMANO reliability and performance in a truly versatile package, ideal for committed commuters, gravel explorers, new off-road riders, and e-bike users alike.Keep your options open with the new Shimano PD-EH510 hybrid pedals.Shimano PD-EH510 Pedals: Pricing and AvailabilityShimanos new PD-EH510 hybrid pedal has a retail price of $100 USD. Unfortunately, international pricing information is not currently available. At present, they are listed as out of stock on the brands website, although we expect them to be available soon.ride.shimano.comThe post Shimano Introduces the Dual-Function PD-EH510 SPD and Flat Pedal Hybrid appeared first on Bikerumor.

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