Team Picnic PostNL is having a horrendous 2026 campaign, currently placed 29th in the UCI team ranking, sitting mid-pack among ProTeams as a WorldTour formation. This is not a great news as on the background, the Dutch team is looking to secure its future with WorldTour license provided only for thi...

Today, Lazer is launching a brand new full-face helmet, known as the A-Line KinetiCore. This new gravity helmet slots into the brands lineup as the top-tier full-face above the existing Cage and Chase models. Made with a carbon fiber shell and Lazers unique DualCore KinetiCore technology, the A-Line aims to bring top-level protection for gravity riders pushing the limits of speed and terrain. Its ASTM Downhill-certified and fully featured, with a relatively sleek profile and surprisingly light weight.Lazer A-Line KinetiCore DetailsLazer says they designed the new A-Line helmet with input from renowned athletes to take on the toughest gravity rides. The shell is made of carbon fiber to keep the weight down while providing the first line of impact protection. Inside, Lazer has incorporated its unique, proprietary KinetiCore impact protection system, with EPS foam blocks designed to crumple during impacts and absorb energy from both direct and angled impacts.DualCoreOn the A-Line helmet, KinetiCore is now being combined with what the brand refers to as DualCore technology. DualCore is Lazers term for the dual-density EPS foam liner construction. According to Lazer, The soft low-density layer sits closer to the head, protecting against rotational impact. The hard, high-density layer sits further away from the brain, ready to absorb direct impact.FeaturesFor security when charging aggressive lines, the A-Line uses a double D-ring strap. In the event of a serious crash, the emergency-release cheek pads should help responders remove the helmet more safely. Lazer also added a soft trim around the lower edge of the carbon shell for comfort and protection of the collarbone.Rounding out the feature set is a fixed visor with space for an under-visor camera mount, and theres an integrated goggle gripper on the rear of the helmet to keep goggles stable and your vision clear on rough descents. Lazer didnt provide specifics on ventilation, but there appear to be three vents on the chinbar, along with several small intake and exhaust vents on the top and back of the head.WeightWith a claimed weight of 840 grams in size medium, the A-Line is one of the lightest full-face helmets in its class. For comparison, the Fox Rampage RS shares a similar design and materials, including a carbon shell, and it weighs a claimed 980 grams in the same size.The Lazer folks gave us a sneak peek of the A-Line back at Sea Otter, and we were taken aback by how light the helmet felt in hand. Also notable was its fairly sleek, low-profile shape and streamlined appearance compared to some of the bulkier helmets in this category.Lazer A-Line KinetiCore: Sizes, Colors, Pricing, and AvailabilityThe new A-Line helmet is available in five sizes, XS to XL. It comes in three colors: Carbon Black, Carbon Black Gold, and Carbon Red. It retails for $499.99 USD / $699.99 CAD / 499,99, and is available now through the brands website and select Lazer retailers.lazersport.comThe post Lazer Introduces the New A-Line KinetiCore Carbon Full Face Helmet appeared first on Bikerumor.

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Redshift Sports promise a lightning-fast transformation from clipless to flat pedals with their new Mousetrap pedal adapters. The brand claim you can convert your bike from a racer to a caf cruiser in seconds, without using any tools. When we hear a promise like that, it naturally pricks our ears up, so we put these 65 clipless converters through their paces for you.Redshift Sports Mousetraps | 176 g/pair | 64.99 | Manufacturers WebsiteNipping out to the bakery or heading for a quick drink with friends is exactly what gravel bikes were made for. That is, until you look down at your pedals and realise you have to lace up your stiff carbon clipless shoes just to ride a couple of miles. No one wants to do that. This is exactly where Redshift Sports come in with their Mousetrap pedal adapters. The American component manufacturers have already made a name for themselves with their suspension stems and illuminated pedals. Now, driven by a team of engineers, triathletes and cyclists, the brand promise to turn your SPD clipless pedals into flat pedals. Even better, they claim the process is completely tool-free and lightning-fast. Naturally, we had to take a closer look.As soon as you unbox them, the name becomes clear, as the spring-loaded bar used to clamp the adapters in place looks just like a classic mouse trap. Made from robust glass-fibre reinforced nylon, the adapters feel high quality, even if they are undeniably plastic.What Can the Redshift Mousetrap Pedal Adapters Do?The design concept behind the Mousetraps becomes clear as soon as you install them. Unlike many other adapters, Redshift use an integrated lever system to lock them securely onto the pedal. You simply insert the adapter into the SPD pedal just like a normal cleat, and flipping the distinctive lever clamps the mousetrap rock-solid into the clipless mechanism.Installation is simple and quick.The result is genuinely impressive.Due to their design, it is practically impossible to accidentally release the Mousetraps by twisting your foot. They come out just as fast as they go in: flip the lever up, pull the adapter out, and youre done.The adapters provide an 80 x 105 mm platform, which is large enough to offer a secure footing, even with chunky trainers or flip-flops. To help with traction, Redshift have covered the top of the pedals with rows of small plastic pyramids. This provides plenty of grip for a trip to the ice cream parlour or your daily commute to the office. However, as soon as things get rough or wet, these plastic pyramids reach their limits. They simply cannot replace real metal pins, and anyone steering onto a singletrack trail risks painful slips you should really put your cycling shoes on for that sort of thing.Despite its limitations, the flat pedal adaptor has some clever design features. Thanks to the minimal 10 mm stack height, the adapters sit almost level with an SPD cleat. This means you will not have to adjust your carefully optimised saddle height by a few millimetres when riding in trainers. You can head off straight after fitting the adapters, without getting any nasty feedback from your knees.Alongside simple installation, the flat stack height is another real benefit in everyday use.For gadget fans, the real highlight comes when you are not actually using the Mousetraps. They contain small magnets which allow the pedals to click together face-to-face. This makes the whole package compact enough to slip easily into a jersey pocket without ruining the fabric, which is exactly what you would worry about if you were carrying a set of flat pedals. The pedal adapters will also fit into a large trouser pocket with room to spare.Who Are the Redshift Mousetrap Pedal Adapters For?The Redshift Mousetraps deliver exactly what they promise, transforming a sporty performance bike into a practical city commuter in a matter of seconds. The workmanship is flawless, and the mechanical locking system is a prime example of functional product design. Bright colours are also available, so you will be well catered for if you like to add a splash of colour to your ride. Furthermore, additional pedal platforms are currently in development.Who are these pedal adapters actually for? The perfect scenario is a holiday, or a short urban commute. Just picture the scene: you arrive at your accommodation in the Italian mountains, exhausted after an epic gravel ride. After a quick shower, you want to head down into the valley for a pizza. You could not fit your city bike into the car, so you just click the Mousetraps onto your gravel bike, slip on your trainers, and roll down to dinner in total comfort. This is exactly the kind of balancing act between sports machine and everyday workhorse that these adapters were made for.No mice were trapped in the making of this review.Conclusion: Would We Buy the Redshift Mousetrap?Yes. Looking at it objectively, 65 for two pieces of glass-fibre reinforced plastic is a pretty steep price. For the same money, you could easily buy a decent pair of standard flat pedals. However, if you want to avoid the hassle of constantly swapping pedals with a spanner, and you appreciate a mechanically flawless gadget, you cannot go wrong here. The Mousetraps might be a bit of a luxury for everyday riding, but they are an incredibly clever and well-thought-out one.TopsSimple and secure installation conceptLow stack heightMagnetic storage featureFlopsHigh priceFind out more on redshiftsports.com Der Beitrag Hot or Not? Redshift Mousetrap Pedal Adapters in Review erschien zuerst auf GRAN FONDO Cycling Magazine.