Recently, I found myself in an unexpected repair job. My friend Sarah reached out with a request to fix her 5-year-old stroller as it’s wheel had broken. Knowing I run a wheel-related business, she figured I might be able to help. As I dove into the repair, I realized that the frustrations I faced were […]
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Cruising down to OG Electric Avenue
Andrew tackles the Cruise to Booze 1000km challenge!
Continue readingBerd Wheelsets at Wheelworks
We are thrilled to introduce the Berd Sparrow and HAWK30 wheelsets, extending our range of wheel offerings and giving you more opportunity to optimise your ride.
Continue readingAndrew’s bikepacking gear top tips
Since writing about his TA experience, Andrew’s fielded a lot of questions about gear choices. Here’s his insight into themes that informed his choices
Continue readingIndustry Nine Hydra Trade-Offs
We now know the super fast 690 POE of Industry9 Hydra hubs trade-offs axle and bearing life. Is it worth it?
Continue readingWhy Berd spokes suit NZ Gravel
NZ Gravel is on farm and forestry roads; chunky rock, braking ruts and aggressive single track. Berd spokes help smooth out impacts and nasty chatter.
Continue readingBuilding wheels for life
We’re proud to build AND support high performing, reliable custom wheels, for their life.
Continue readingThe Art of the Kiwi Hill Climb
Carl shares his top tips to tackle the Hill Climb Series – tackling a new Strava segment every week for 5 weeks.
Continue readingGav’s Tips for Whaka100
Originally published August 2021 I’ve competed in the Whaka’s 100km mountain bike race so many times I’ve lost count! Could be 8 or 10? Definitely one of the few in NZ that can say he is one of the originals still looking at lining up again come October. No matter what distance you are eyeing […]
Continue readingImproving Tubeless Set Up
Fitting tubeless tyres can be a PITA. We’ve made improvements to how we rim tape to help ensure no hassles.
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