Pedal kickback and chain feedback devices were big talk last year. Solutions came in the form of a hub device, the hub itself, or a chainring device.Obviously, OChain falls into the final category, with several chainring devices with multiple settings. As popularity around these devices grew, so did OChain, with SRAM acquiring the brand mid-last year.While OChain isnt currently releasing any new products, they are announcing an update to its current lineup.OChain UpdatesAs they settle in under the SRAM banner, OChain has made a few updates to both their base (N and E) and premium (R and S) models. First, OChain redesigned all the models to meet SRAMs quality standards.The latest OChains have a more robust construction that meets ISO and SRAMs fatigue test standards. They also improved chain-device contamination (or lack thereof) through new gasket material and double-lip silicone seals. This keeps lubrication in and water out, prolonging the life of the OChain and keeping it running smoothly.Another update OChain made was to unify some internal components across all models. This makes service at home or at your local shop easier, as replacement and maintenance parts should be more readily available and a bit less proprietary.Lastly, the new models have an easier upgrade path. The new External-Adjust Upgrade Kit brings the OChain N or E (base models) up to the R and S level (premium models). Before the update, changing the travel on the base models likely needed to be done at home or at a shop. The upgrade kit adds a dial-adjust faceplate with 3, 6, 9, and 12 settings, along with a lockout, all of which can be easily changed trailside.Now, it isnt clearly specified, but it seems that the upgrade kit only works with the latest N and E models. If you already have one of these, you may be out of luck if youre considering the External-Adjust Upgrade Kit.OChain notes a difference between the legacy and updated products. They say to check the model code on the back of the device, noting that updated models are marked B1.ochain.bikeThe post OChain Updates Its Products For Easier Service, Upgrades & Adjustment appeared first on Bikerumor.

Early giving for GiveNOLA Day is officially open (April 28May 4), and now is the perfect time to support Bike Easy.Whether youre signing up as a member, renewing your commitment, or simply giving a little TLC to an organization you care about; your support makes a real difference.Donate TodayRight now, the landscape for nonprofit funding is shifting. Federal funding continues to dry up, and grant opportunities are becoming more competitive than ever. That means community support isnt just helpful; its essential. We need your help now to keep pushing forward safer, more equitable streets across Greater New Orleans.If Bike Easys work has meant something to you, I hope youll consider making a gift during early givingand help us build momentum heading into GiveNOLA Day.Donate HereYou can also make a big impact by sharing our GiveNOLA page with your friends, family, and networks. Every share helps grow our community of support. Share this link: https://www.givenola.org/organization/bike-easyAlso, make sure to check out some of our upcoming events:And also find us at our Bike Valet at Wednesday at The Square on Wednesday, April 29th and during our annual lemonade Happy Hour with the Greenway Partnership and Blue Bikes on Tuesday, May 5th from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at the Greenway Circle.Thank you for being part of this work! We truly couldnt do it without you.With gratitude,Bike Easy Team

The prologue of the 2026 Tour de Romandie has had a surprise result, as this afternoon in Villars-sur-Glne, it was Dorian Godon who took the victory, with a surprisingly dominant performance even in a field with Tadej Pogacar. The French road national champion has taken his fourth World Tour win o...

With our spring member drive behind us, were pleased to share our latest Collective Reward winners! Find the names of all the lucky Bikepacking Collective members who were randomly selected to receive one of 20 prizes worth over $9,000 in our latest batch hereThe post Spring 2026 Collective Reward Winners appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.

Hidden in the fog of Sea Otter product launches was the key integration of the Hammerhead Karoo cycling computer and RockShoxs Flight Attendant automated suspension control system. In retrospect, it feels like this is a feature that I would have assumed was probably already there. But trying it out for the first time last week, it legitimately changed how much I appreciated Flight Attendant, literally opening my eyes to what was really happening as I rode. Hammerhead Karoo + RockShox Flight Attendant integration(Photos/Cory Benson)Since we first rode it, the Hammerhead Karoo has delivered great usability, a nice screen, and solid integration. Its latest third generation, after it was bought by SRAM several years back, stepped it up with great AXS connectivity too like button customization and live battery status. Now connected to RockShox Flight Attendant suspension controls, the integration is next-level. All you need to do is an over-the-air firmware update to connect your mountain bikes suspension. But this is more than just showing suspension positions on your cycling computer, the new integration makes it easier than ever to change Flight Attendant settings, and to dial-in automated suspension performance to how you want your bike to ride!(Photo/SRAM)Take full control of your RockShox Flight Attendant suspension system and experience a level of integration unlike anything else only Karoo can do this! Riders can seamlessly control, visualize, and customize all their essential Flight Attendant data directly on Karoo. They can add Flight Attendant data fields to any profile, adjust compression settings through the Control Center, switch the suspensions LEDs to dark mode, review detailed suspension performance on the Hammerhead Dashboard after each ride, and much more.New Flight Attendant data fields:Fork Position (Numeric/Visual Data fields)Rear Shock Position (Numeric/Visual Data fields)Fork and Rear Shock Position CountFlight Attendant ModeFlight Attendant Battery (Visual/Numeric Data Field options)Flight Attendant Effort Zone (Numeric/Color Data field options)Flight Attendant BiasFork Low Speed Compression (LSC)Rear Shock Low Speed Compression (LSC)(Photo/SRAM)Flight Attendant controls, accessible directly on the Hammerhead Karoo:new Dark Mode: switch off Flight Attendant LEDs to dark mode with the tap of a buttonnew Bias: change the Bias of your Flight Attendant system to lock out earlier or laternew Fork and Rear Shock LSC: change the Low-Speed Compression of your fork and/or rear shockAuto Mode: change which modes each fork and shock will cycle throughAdaptive Ride Dynamics: adjust how the Flight Attendant system reacts to your power inputOverride Mode: configure a manual lockout override settingReview: Why Flight Attendant is better when connected to Hammehead!First off, anyone who has hopped onto a bike with Flight Attendant can attest, those LEDs on top of the right fork leg like to go crazy. They flash to show you everything is working, but also to show when something is awry. But you need a pretty complex chart to decipher what all the different flashes and colors actually mean. Sure, once you study it a bit, there is logic to it all. And youll probably remember what they mean.But frankly, a lot of the time I have ridden bikes with Flight Attendant, those LEDs are hidden behind the bar as I ride. Having to crane my neck to see what the automated suspension was doing seemed odd. And also, the occasional flashes as my line of sight changed, meant the flashes out of the corner of my eye were a little distracting which can now be turned off in a new dark mode!Now with Hammerhead integration, all the Flight Attendant information that I want to see is readily visible. Plus, it is all customizable. This is my first setting just 1.8km into the ride, and Ive already changed the view to swap FA mode & heartrate for easier visibility while training.Live updated as I rode, this integration showed me what I only really heard before as a series of electronic actuators popping on and off. Yes, Flight Attendant was really doing something no thumb-actuated remote could ever do keeping both front & rear suspension on my bike always in the optimal mode actually hundreds of times per hour. And after the fact, I could see exactly what it was doing. (You can display live position counts too, but I prefered to keep it simple on the bike.)After you upload your ride, the Hammerhead app lets you nerd out on the data collected.These two screengrabs show two similar rides (<25km, 90-100min, 700-725m of climbing) with two different setups, including some of the same sections of trails. On the left was a more XC-leaning stiffer setup with both fork and rear shock free to move through all 3 modes for maximum efficiency. On the right, a softer more Trail-like setup let Flight Attendant determine the 3 rear shock modes, but I limited fork control to just Open or Pedal for a more cushy ride. (I quickly changed Flight Attendant modes on the Karoo in under a minute.)Both setups saw Flight Attendant change suspension modes automatically more than 3x per minute for the shock, and 1.5-3.7x per minute for the fork, depending on the control I gave it. And both help illustrate how often Flight Attendant would have the fork & shock in different modes depending on how I was riding, something virtually impossible to achieve with any mechanical remotes.Ultimately, what Karoo + Flight Attendant integration did for me was to show me how well automated suspension controls could actually function. But also, it gave me a sense of control over a system that I frankly wasnt very interested in a couple of weeks ago. By putting control of RockShoxs Flight Attendant suspension automation at my fingertips, now I realize how easy it can be to tweak the way it rides. First, that was letting me tell it to exclude fork lockouts when I wanted a more plush trail riding feel. But I also used the Bias Adjustment so I can shift how Flight Attendant decides to open and close my suspension, to get a more active ride that delays a bit how quickly Flight Attendant thinks it should lock everything out.Instead of everything happening inside a black box, with only some flashing LEDs to hint at whats happening, now Hammerhead Karoo + RockShox Flight Attendant integration lets me visualize how automated suspension control can actually boost performance and efficiency. Unlike wireless electronic shifting and dropper remotes that dont actually add any new operation, Flight Attendant delivers a new suspension function that simply couldnt be done with mechanical remotes. As a retrogrouch at heart, its crazy that these two systems talking together is all it took to show me the virtues of automated system control.SRAM.com/Flight-Attendant & Hammerhead.ioThe post Hammerhead + Flight Attendant = A Boosted Automatic Suspension Experience: First Rides appeared first on Bikerumor.

Happy Friday! Im excited to share some meaningful news from last night, I was honored to receive the Womens Transportation Seminar Greater New Orleans Chapter Rosa Parks Diversity Leadership Award.The Rosa Parks Diversity Leadership Award honors an individual who has made significant contributions to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within the transportation industry, while advancing the mission of WTS.This years award recipient is Allene La Spina, Executive Director of Bike Easy, New Orleans leading nonprofit advocating for safe and enjoyable bicycling. Under Allenes leadership, Bike Easy expanded its operational capacity, staff, partnerships, and geographic reach to better serve communities across Greater New Orleans. Her approach to education centers on meeting people where they are and giving them the tools to feel confident and safe.That means building curriculum that works for kids, teens, adults, and drivers. Every year, Bike Easy hosts numerous bike safety trainings, driver education workshops, community rides, and outreach events, demonstrating a deep commitment to inclusive, peoplefocused transportation education. I personally love the idea of working with both professional drivers and the public about safe driving in the People Friendly Driving classes, especially since our chapter also provides a drivers education scholarship every year.Allene is a tireless advocate for safer streets and a fearless voice for bicyclists. Whether speaking at City Hall or organizing in the community. As she so perfectly puts it: Showing up matters. If were not in the room, the needs of people who bike dont get heard.This recognition reflects the collective work of our community to advance safer, more equitable streets for everyone, and Im deeply grateful to all of you who make that work possible.As many of you head out to the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, I hope youre enjoying the music, the food, and everything that makes this season so special. Remember to check the Purple Way guide as you get around the next couple of weeks for all the tips you need to know to bike there, take transit, and use bike share among other options. I plan to come out a couple of days to lend a hand to our friends at Blue Krewe at their station on Fortin Street. With all of this energy in the air, Im excited to invite you to join us at several upcoming Bike Easy events in the weeks ahead:Give NOLA Day (May 5) is right around the corner, and early giving begins April 28! This year, Bike Easy is proud to be part of this powerful community-wide effort organized by the Greater New Orleans Foundation, with a goal of raising $20,000 to support safer, more equitable streets across our region. If you believe in this work, I hope youll consider making a donation starting on April 28th, every donation helps us continue advocating, educating, and building a culture of safety for all who use our streets. Bookmark this link and set a reminder to donate As part of our Give Nola campaign, we will be co-hosting a bike ride with Blue Bikes:We are also bringing back our Lemonade Happy Hour on Tuesday, May 5th in partnership with Blue Bikes and the Lafitte Greenway Partnership at the Greenway Circle from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Come and say hello! Youll have a chance to learn about all of our organizations, donate to our Give Nola campaigns, and get some of Bike Easys merchandise, also available at Bayou Bicycles!Other upcoming events include:Bike Easy is excited to have you join our 3-PartSmart Biking Workshop.ThisFREEcourse is designed for those who want to becomesmarter, safer and more confident bike riders. To learn more and to register, click here.Bike Easys~Biking After Dark~is aFREE workshopfor those who want to learn how to be safer biking at night! Biking after dark can be fun, but it is important to plan ahead and make sure you always have the right equipment to be visible every time you get on your bike. To learn more and to register, click here.Last, but not least, we have a couple more Bike Valets at Wednesday at the Square in the next couple of weeks. Ill be there on Wednesday, April 29 to promote our Give Nola campaign and answer any questions you may have for us! So come and say hello.Thank you again for all your support and enjoy this lovely biking weather!In Service,{{broadcaster.name}}Executive Director

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The 2026 Tour de Romandie will take place from the 28th of April to the 3rd of May and will make for Tadej Pogacar's debut in a stage-race this year. The Swiss race provides the final big test ahead of the Giro d'Italia whilst also following the spring classics, a period where many are looking to sa...

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On the day that INEOS Grenadiers announced a new sponsor in Netcompany with the ambition of winning the Tour de France, they might have received the best symbolic sign they could've hoped for as Dorian Godon won the prologue at the Tour de Romandie; rare instance in which Tadej Pogacar was beaten fa...