Specialized has a rich history in XCO MTB which include an Olympic gold medal, numerous world titles and countless World Cup victories. In 2021, we are delighted to announce a new team with riders who we believe will lead us to even more success. One of our goals is […]
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Bike Review Oct / Nov 2019: E-bikes
Specialized Turbo Levo Comp The Levo Comp was the first of the 2020 bikes to land in our office, and we were unashamedly keen to swing a leg over the latest iteration of what has the most cutting-edge e-offering in our market for the last few years. Unashamedly fast, the Levo range […]
THE ALL-NEW TURBO KENEVO
Let’s just call it what it is: The Turbo Kenevo is, hands-down, the most capable e-mountain bike to hit the dirt. You’re looking at 180 millimeters of supple suspension configured around a bomber chassis and decked out in components that take a beating. This is a gnar-devouring, air-catching marvel. It’s […]
Specialized Bicycles SA launch new store
On the 16th of November, the Umhlanga cycling institution which is Leigh’s Cycle Centre launched in spectacular fashion as a Specialized Bicycles Concept Store. The event was not just an opportunity to showcase the newly refurbished store, more importantly it was an opportunity for owner Leigh Durham to thank a […]
Team Spur’s results from XCO World Cup Round 4
Alan Hatherly held on for a valiant 11th overall after a big mechanical halfway through, while Ariane Lüthi crossed the line in 47th place. In sharp contrast to the dry, dusty practice sessions during the lead-up, race-day saw a muddy, slippery Lenzerheide course, thanks to overnight rain. Alan Hatherly was […]
CSA- Hatherly’s Podium on the World Stage
Team Spur’s Alan Hatherly stunned the crowds as he fought a hard and consistent fight to finish second in the U23 Men’s Cross-country race at the 2017 UCI MTB World Cup race in Vallnord, Andorra, on Sunday 2 July. Sunday’s brilliant performance with a combination of consistently impressive races, 21-year-old […]
Specialized reveal the 2018 Epic
Our history with cross country mountain bikes is steadfast. From Ned Overend winning the first Worlds in 1990 to Jaroslav Kulhavý riding his way to Olympic Gold to Annika Langvad and Sam Gaze most recently taking the Rainbow Stripes in Nové Mesto, our goal has always been to make the […]
SPECIALIZED AND BMW COLLABORATE
Specialized Bicycle Components and BMW have collaborated on a project that brings a valuable synergy to their respective industries. Ground-breaking technology, innovative products and leadership are words that describe the premium brands of both BMW and Specialized. Under the slogan “on a mission” BMW is launching their new BMW X3—one […]
Hatherly, Strauss hold top form at third XCO Cup
The third round of the 2017 SA National MTB Cup Series XCO took place in Bloemfontein at Happy Valley Conservancy on Saturday 6 May, where Team Spur’s Alan Hatherly took the top honours in the Elite Men’s race and OMX Pro Team’s Mariske Strauss took the Elite Women’s title. The […]
Win with Specialized at FNB Magalies Monster
One lucky mountain biker will take home a whopping R35 000 Specialized voucher on Saturday, 03 June 2017 after completing the revered FNB Magalies Monster MTB Classic. “Much like our product range, the FNB Magalies Monster caters for a wide range for mountain bikers, from the beginner to the advanced rider,” […]