Gear Watch Wednesday is a weekly update on the latest mountain bike gear releases and products that Singletracks has received for test. Have gear news to share, or products you’d like us to check out? Email [email protected].
Marin Alpine Trail E
Following last week’s release of the Marin Alpine Trail enduro bike, Marin is updating Alpine Trail E electric mountain bike models. The Marin Alpine Trail E gets the same MultiTrac 2 LT suspension design and 170/160mm of travel front and rear. A Bosch motor capable of producing up to 85Nm of torque is paired with a 750Wh battery for big days in the saddle.
- Price: Builds starting at $5,699
- Buy from Marin dealers
Carry more with hip-pack like pockets on LEATT AllMtn collection jerseys and pants
The new Leatt AllMtn collection incorporates storage solutions for bulky items like your helmet chinbar or knee pads into jerseys and pants. The jersey cargo pocket features a zipper to keep items secure, while a hidden waist belt promises to add stability. AllMtn pants and shorts include four pockets plus the “Rear Mission Pack,” a sleeve that’s meant to hold protective gear or an extra layer.
- Price: From $74.99
- Buy from Leatt retailers
Motion Instruments System 2
Motion Instruments recently released the second generation of their suspension data analysis, called simply System 2. The updated hardware is said to be more robust and delivers up to 20 hours of runtime on a single charge. The free MotionIQ app provides detailed ride data analysis to help riders dial in their components and riding performance.
- Price: $499
- Buy from motioninstruments.com
Terry and Po Campo bag collab
Women’s bike brand Terry and Po Campo have collaborated on a new Kinga bike bag that doubles as a handlebar bag and a crossbody bag.
- Price: $55
- Buy from Terry
Troy Lee Designs Stage Ghost Protection
The new Troy Lee Designs Stage Ghost Protection is a collection of body protection that’s designed to be worn as a base layer. Impact absorbing D3O panels are strategically placed to provide protection and are soft and flexible while pedaling and moving on the bike.
- Price: $159 and up
- Buy from Troy Lee Designs
Handup 2024 Summer Collection
You can always count on Handup to deliver the party vibes! The brand’s summer collection just dropped and it’s heavy on tropical and summer themes that are sure to get you stoked.
- Price: $32 gloves, $49 shirt
- Buy from Handup
Ergon SR Allroad saddle
The new Ergon SR Allroad saddle is designed for gravel or road riding with a “shorter wider nose [that] adds stability and facilitates position adjustments over rough terrain.”
- Price: $79.95
- Buy from ergonbike.shop
Chrome Industries Pride Collection
Chrome Industries is partnering with True Colors United for a limited collection of bags available in a wide variety of colors including the poppin’ purple shown here. Chrome bags are thoughtfully designed for bike commuting with touches like the U-lock holders on the Kadet Sling bag.
- Price: Sling bags from $50 to $140
- Buy from Chrome Industries
