Here's all the news from the cycling world that we haven't managed to cover on the site but is still well worth reading about. Well, Instagram has got to be useful for something, right?! There's a new e-bike from Radon, a new backpack brand from Muc-Off, a party at Tweed Love Fest and loads more. 

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@mucoff

Muc-Off launch new technical equipment brand and call it Lab.94. First up are a set of three bags - all the details on that are here in our news piece. 

 

 

 

 

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Born from our obsession with making performance and durability the heart of our design. Our military-inspired concept delivers modular, robust and built-to-ride packs that will help you carry all you need on those all-day epics. Discover more at muc-off.com/pages/lab-94 #mucoff #lab94 #unstoppable

A post shared by Muc Off (@mucoff) on Dec 17, 2019 at 5:04am PST

 

@radonbikes

German brand Radon have just launched a new e-bike. It looks like just under €4,000 gets you a 140mm travel electric bike with a Lyrik, SRAM SX and a Bosch Performance CX Gen 4 motor. 

 

 

 

 

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The all new RADON RENDER 8.0 - This is where the fun starts! • Specs: Frame: Carbon front triangle, Aluminum rear, 140mm of travel Fork: Rock Shox Lyrik Select Charger RC , 150mm of travel Shock: Rock Shox Deluxe Select+ Motor: Bosch Performance CX Gen 4 Battery: Powertube 625 Wh Derailleur: Sram SX Eagle 12 Speed, 11-50t Shifter: Sram NX EAGLE Crank: Acid Gen4 Hybrid, 34T⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Chainguide: e*thirteen E-Spec⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Wheels: Shimano Alivio FH-MT400-B Boost / Alex MD30 29" Tires: Maxxis Minion DHF, Skinwall/EXO/2C/TR, 29 x 2.4/Minion DHR II, Skinwall/EXO/2C/TR, 29 x 2.4 Brakes: Magura MT Trail Custom, Storm HC 203/180⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Dropper: Radon Dropper 130mm Saddle: Selle Italia X1 Radon Stem: Race Face Chester 35 40mm (M/L) / 60mm (XL)⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Bar: Race Face Chester 35 20mm Riser 780mm⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Colour: sand / deepblack⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ • Price: 3.999€ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ • Rate it from 1 - 11⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ • #radonbikes #myRADON2020 #bisbaldimwald #seeyousoononthetrails #radon2020 #worklessridemore #livingfortheweekend #letsride #outsideisfree #sendit #mtb #emtb #render

A post shared by RADON BIKES (@radonbikes) on Dec 17, 2019 at 10:11pm PST

 

@offroad.cc

We take a look at the new Shand Stooshie this week - this one's a bit like a Stoater but got a derailleur...

 

 

 

 

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The @shandcycles new Stooshie offers all the versatility of their Stoater gravel bike, but in a lighter and more speed-focused package - is this the steel gravel bike you have been looking for? - - - #mtb #mountainbiking #mountainbike #bikes #cycling #ilovecycling #gravelbike #ebike #ebikelife #livetoride #ride #ridemoremtb #ridesleeprepeat #dirty #adventuretime #adventurebike #bikeporn #itsawayoflife #mtblife #offroadcc #instabike #bikestagram #bikemag #ebikestyle #ebikeadventures #trailbike #bikereview #testbike #roadcc #justrideit

A post shared by off-road.cc (@offroad.cc) on Dec 16, 2019 at 9:08am PST

 

@tweedlovefest

The year 2020 see's Tweedlove celebrate its tenth year of events and it seems they are intent on throwing a big party come May!

 

 

 

 

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Our award-winning festival is 10 years old and what a decade it's been... ~ ▪️310 events ▪️ 34 enduros ▪️17,830 riders ▪️& 1,000,000 good times, at least! ~ To celebrate, we're throwing a big old party and this is what it looks like... Who's ready?! ???‍♂️ #tweedlove #tweedlovefest #tweedlovebikefestival #electrictweedlove #mtb #mtbenduro #mtblife #mtbfestival #scottishmountainbiking #tweedvalley #bikevalley

A post shared by Tweedlove Bike Festival (@tweedlovefest) on Dec 17, 2019 at 12:11pm PST

 

@nukeproofbikes

Leeds Urban Bike Park takes centre stage in the latest edit from Nukeproof - Scoutin' About: Part Deux. 

 

 

 

 

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Scoutin’ About: Part Deux full edit out now to celebrate the 2020 Scout featuring @lil_o_robbo @pager7211 & @elliottheap full link in our bio. Edit by @tommyc_insta #itsanattitude #hardcorehardtail #hardtail #scout #nukeproof

A post shared by Nukeproofbikes (@nukeproofbikes) on Dec 18, 2019 at 1:09am PST

 

@spenglewheels

This won't be to all tastes, what do you think of what looks like Muc-Off's latest PR bike? 

 

 

 

 

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A winter warmer on a cold evening, the most excellent @spenglecarbon, & @yeticycles showcase anniversary bike from the team @mucoff. Absolutely stunning!

A post shared by SPENGLE (@spenglecarbon) on Dec 16, 2019 at 12:42pm PST

 

@evilbicycles

The big gravel bike news this week is the launch of the Chamois Hagar by Evil Bikes. We are currently arguing over who's testing it in the office! All you need to know is right here in our news piece...

 

 

 

 

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Velocity Geo⁣ ⁣⁣⁣ Longer front to center, real 420mm reach, short stems, and 430mm chain stays supply mountain bike stability and handling to the gravel category while a 73 degree seat angle keeps you in a comfortable power position at all times. More trail and chainstay length for higher speeds both on and off gravel, allowing for all the party on singletrack.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ #chamoishagar #gravel #bike #velocitygeo #bleedblackrideevil #shredcomestogravel #adventure #commute #bikepacking #hellonwheels

A post shared by Evil Bikes (@evilbicycles) on Dec 17, 2019 at 12:52pm PST

 

 

@exenduro

The EX Enduro is back and 2020 pre-registration is open now, race entries open on the 1st of March for all those pre-registered. Our editor, Jon, took an e-bike and raced in 2019 - you can read all about that here. 

 

 

 

 

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We are going to be back in 2020. ⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣Ready for your 2020 event planning, we have updated our 2020 website and opened the pre-registration list for THE @merida.bikes / @meridabicyclesuk EX⁣ ⁣2020. ⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣A bunch of new trails, some night enduro racing, a superbly stocked event bar and lots of other exciting 'EXtravaganzas' are waiting for you. ⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣The entry will open on the 1st March 2020 – but only for riders who are on our pre-registration list. ⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣To register, please follow the link in the bio.⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣We can't wait!! ⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣#exenduro #meridabikes #enduromtb #mountainbiking #exmoor

A post shared by THE MERIDA EX Enduro (@exenduro) on Dec 17, 2019 at 11:50am PST

 

 

@theadventuresofmrsread

There's snow pop north, a lot of you will already know that... 

 

 

 

 

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Dear Santa.... Snow, mountains and bikes please! . . #heaven #cannondale #snowride #getoutside #getoutandride #prayforsnow #mtb #adventurebybike #getinspiredgetoutside

A post shared by Nicole Mallett (@theadventuresofmrsread) on Dec 18, 2019 at 4:50am PST

 

 

@davidjarthur

Our very own gravel test rider, Dave, spotted that Starljng cycles are now making a mullet bike for all those who like business at the front and a party out the back. It's called the Twist, the front end is built in the UK, the back is built abroad and you can order yours now.....

 

 

 

 

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Like buses... Starling Cycles just dropped this new beauty, the Twist which does the mullet tango with a 29” front wheel and 27.5” rear wheel with a British made steel frame in the middle. Not ridden a mullet bike yet. Fad? . #bikesofinstagram #newbikeday #bikestagram #instabike #mtb #mtblife #britishmade #starlingcycles

A post shared by David J Arthur (@davidjarthur) on Dec 18, 2019 at 7:40am PST

 

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