NBD: Coal Scab, Torq Naked Gel, Norco Fluid Carbon…

… Limited Edition Ortlieb Bikepacking Luggage, Unior Tool Speed Pedal Wrench and an ‘Inverse Type Bicycle Shock Presentation’!

Here’s a compilation of all the most interesting Press Release type things that have arrived in our collective Inbox this week.

Coal Bikes press release:

Coal Bikes introduces the UK-made Coal SCAB DJ frameset

Born from our passion and background in BMX, the Coal SCAB marks an exciting progression for Coal Bikes as we venture back into the realm of dirt jumping. Handcrafted in the UK, the SCAB was built to fulfil our own desire to get back on dirt jumps and trails and hone our skills.

With some success racing at the highest level of BMX, Coal Bikes founder and head frame builder Gavin White knows a thing or two about being airborne on 2 wheels, and so the SCAB features a slender frame constructed of steel with a contemporary geometry delivering optimum control and manoeuvrability giving you the confidence to push your limits.

The hand-welded double-butted Reynolds 631 front triangle of the SCAB is meticulously mated to a 4130 rear triangle to balance lightweight with hard-hitting durability. The low weight helps to build speed and pump landings and turns, giving the SCAB an addictive ride quality that will keep you at the trails all evening. It’s a bike that can handle anything you throw at it, ready for a fun session with your mates or hitting that one line you’ve been looking at all summer.

The SCAB’s geometry includes a 69-degree head angle and generous 430mm reach is for a little extra stability at higher speeds and riding bigger gaps. The short 382mm chainstay length makes the SCAB agile and easy to manual, while the horizontal dropouts make it simple for dialling in chain tension. Keeping things nice and simple, the SCAB gets a threaded BSA bottom bracket, 44mm headtube and 135mm rear hub spacing, plus external cable routing for a rear disc brake.

Riders have the option of either the UK-made Coal Scab frame, only priced at £900, or a complete bike build with top-notch components from fellow UK brand DMR priced at £1999. Customers also have the option to have their SCAB painted in the RAL colour of their choice so they have a bike that reflects their own style!

Coal SCAB Frame Features

• UK-made dirt jump frameset
• Double-butted Reynolds 631 front triangle
• 4130 rear triangle
• Heavy-duty horizontal dropouts
• 44mm headtube
• Threaded BSA BB
• 69-degree head angle
• 430mm reach
• £900 frame only with custom RAL colour
• Available internationally

coalbicycles.com

Torq Fitness press release:

TORQ Energy Gel Naked

Inspired by Tour de France World Tour rider Jasper Stuyven, TORQ are proud to launch a new Naked version of their bestselling gels – a flavourless TORQ gel!

Why Naked? If ‘flavour fatigue’ is a problem for you, the TORQ Gel Naked is the perfect solution, giving you a break from any flavoured product, without compromising your fuelling requirements.

TORQ Naked Gels are ideal for longer endurance sessions and events when fuel consumption is high and you want more variation.

TORQ Naked Gels are also a great way to cleanse your palate during your ride, run, hike, swim or match.

TORQ Gels are a key component of the TORQ Fuelling System and the fastest way to absorb fuel.

Each compact gel packs in 30g/120 kcal of research-proven, fast-acting 2:1 maltodextrin:fructose carbohydrate.

TORQ gels have a light, silky-smooth texture – there’s no need to consume them with water.

Why no electrolytes? We wanted the TORQ Naked Gel to have no discernible flavour, so electrolytes were removed to achieve this. Electrolytes are still available in other TORQ Gels and the TORQ Energy & Hydration drinks.

TORQ Gels do not contain any artificial colours or artificial sweeteners.

torqfitness.co.uk

Norco Cycles press release:

LIGHTEN UP!

Norco Bicycles has gone all-in with the new Fluid Carbon, adding onto the success of last year’s award-winning Fluid FS Aluminum Trail bike.

With an all-new carbon fibre front triangle that saves 600 grams, the new Fluid FS Carbon brings all the grin-inducing fun and performance potential of last year’s award winner to a whole new level.

With the new carbon model, engineers saw no need to mess with success, so they carried over the geometry and 130mm rear suspension design that put the Fluid FS Aluminum at the top of numerous MTB media’s Best Of lists.

While significantly lighter, the carbon front end maintains Norco’s commitment to strict strength testing protocols on all four frame sizes, ensuring performance and reliability on every rider’s favourite trail.

Carrying forward the Fluid FS’s focus on performance and ride feel, the full Fluid Carbon lineup features custom shock tunes, rider-first parts specs and each model is wired into the Ride Aligned Bike Setup Guide to ensure that every Fluid FS Carbon can be precision tuned to every rider within minutes.

norco.com

Ortlieb press release:

NEW – ORTLIEB Limited Edition Bikepacking Set

Introducing the New Limited Edition Bikepacking Set by ORTLIEB: A Fusion of Adventure and Style

ORTLIEB, the renowned leader in high quality outdoor equipment, is thrilled to announce the launch of their new Limited Edition Bikepacking Set. This exclusive collection is designed to elevate the bikepacking experience with a perfect blend of functionality, durability, and eye-catching aesthetics.

Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, the Limited-Edition Bikepacking Set is a testament to ORTLIEB’s commitment to quality and performance. Each piece in the set showcases ORTLIEB’s renowned waterproof technology, produced using high quality welding methods, ensuring that your gear stays dry in even the harshest of weather conditions.

The set includes the all-new Limited Edition Handlebar Pack 9L, Seat-Pack 16.5L, and Frame-Pack Toptube RC 3L. The Handlebar Pack and Seat-Pack offers ample storage space for essentials such as sleeping bags, clothing, and camping gear. The Frame-Pack provides a secure and convenient storage space for both drop bar riders and mountain bikers alike.

What truly sets this Limited-Edition collection apart is its new colourway, Mustard. In keeping with current trends, this in-vogue colour has been featured in Pantone’s colour of the year 2023, making it a stylish addition to any adventure.

ORTLIEB were already ahead of the curve with this fashionable colourway with the mustard being used for the Commuter Daypack in 2020. ORTLIEB has successfully repurposed surplus fabric, showcasing their unwavering commitment to sustainability and responsible manufacturing. By harnessing their expertise and innovative techniques, ORTLIEB has seamlessly integrated upcycled fabric into their latest product line, breathing new life into otherwise unused materials.

ortlieb.com

Unior Tools press release:

Speed Pedal Wrench

Speed Pedal Wrench, the ultimate tool for effortless pedal removal and installation with maximum efficiency and convenience. Thanks to a swivel handle, this wrench allows for versatile positioning and usage at different angles. When you need to apply greater force, simply position it at a 90° angle for enhanced leverage. For rapid spinning and quicker pedal removal or installation, position the handle at 0° and rotate the wrench.

Crafted from premium flex chrome vanadium steel, the Speed Pedal Wrench offers exceptional durability and strength. The body is drop forged to ensure robustness and longevity, even under heavy use. Equipped with an ergonomic heavy-duty double-component handle, this wrench provides a comfortable and secure grip, minimizing hand fatigue and maximizing control.

With the Speed Pedal Wrench pedal removal or installation is easier than ever before. Available in hex sizes 8 and 6, this wrench covers the most common hex pedal install interfaces, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of pedals.

• Available in two sizes
• Made of premium flex chrome vanadium steel
• Drop forged wrench body
• Entirely hardened and tempered
• Surface finish: chrome plated to standard ISO 1456:2009
• Ergonomic heavy duty double component handle
• Made according to standard ISO 3315

uniortools.com

Anchu Tech email:

Inverse Type Bicycle Shock Presentation

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Ben Haworth

Orange Switch 6er. Stif Squatcher. Schwalbe Magic Mary Purple Addix front. Maxxis DHR II 3C MaxxTerra rear. Coil fan. Ebikes are not evil. I have been a writer for nigh on 20 years, a photographer for 25 years and a mountain biker for 30 years. I have written countless magazine and website features and route guides for the UK mountain bike press, most notably for the esteemed and highly regarded Singletrackworld. Although I am a Lancastrian, I freely admit that West Yorkshire is my favourite place to ride. Rarely a week goes by without me riding and exploring the South Pennines.

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