{"id":61104,"date":"2024-03-15T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-03-15T07:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/412b853a-14e9-4ad8-acbd-fd9b316e981d"},"modified":"2024-03-15T09:59:44","modified_gmt":"2024-03-15T08:59:44","slug":"isms-new-noseless-gravel-saddle-giros-coalition-spherical-helmet-torq-explore-adventure-food-and-ethirteen-wheels","status":"publish","type":"rss_feed","link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/cyclingplus\/rss_feed\/isms-new-noseless-gravel-saddle-giros-coalition-spherical-helmet-torq-explore-adventure-food-and-ethirteen-wheels\/","title":{"rendered":"ISM&#8217;s new noseless gravel saddle, Giro&#8217;s Coalition Spherical helmet, Torq Explore Adventure food and e*thirteen wheels"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"rssexcerpt\">Plus this week&#8217;s highlights from BikeRadar <\/p><p class=\"rssauthor\">By Luke Marshall\n      <\/p><p class=\"rssbyline\">Published: Friday, 15 March 2024 at 07:00 AM<\/p><hr class=\"no-tts wp-block-separator\"\/><?xml version=\"1.0\" encoding=\"UTF-8\" standalone=\"yes\"?>\n<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><p>Welcome back to another First Look Friday. There was big news in the cross-country world this week as Specialized released its latest <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/news\/specialized-epic-2024\">Epic and Epic EVO bikes<\/a>. <\/p><p>The first of these is set to take centre stage as a race bike for ever-more demanding XC World Cup courses and the second is designed to handle speedy trail-bike duties.\u00a0<\/p><p>You can check out our review of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/reviews\/bikes\/mountain-bikes\/full-suspension-mountain-bikes\/specialized-s-works-epic-8-review\">Specialized Epic S-Works 8<\/a> to see how it fared.<\/p><p>What&#8217;s more, RockShox released <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/news\/rockshox-cross-country-flight-attendant\">Flight Attendant on its cross-country<\/a> forks and shocks to coincide with the launch of the Specialized Epic.<\/p><p>Is electronic suspension the future for everyday trail hounds, or should it be reserved for the racers? We\u2019ve got tons of coverage across our YouTube channel, podcast and the site to help you make up your mind.\u00a0<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Specialized\u2019s NEW Epic: A Cross-Country Demon\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/na8Y-gd9fbc?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\/><\/div><\/figure><p>It\u2019s been a big week for Specialized all-round, with the brand also <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/news\/specialized-turbo-levo-sl-alloy\">releasing an alloy version<\/a> of the lightweight eMTB, the Turbo Levo SL.\u00a0<\/p><p>Fear not our skinny-tyred brethren, there was plenty on the site to keep you engaged too. If you&#8217;re looking for a gravel event this year, we&#8217;ve put together a list of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/features\/routes-and-rides\/uk-gravel-race-calendar\">14 best UK gravel events for 2024<\/a>.\u00a0 Make sure to check this out if you\u2019re keen for an adventure.\u00a0<\/p><p>Basso released the new, more affordable <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/news\/basso-venta-r\">Venta R<\/a>. Plus, we highlighted the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/advice\/buyers-guides\/best-road-bike-under-2000\">best road bikes under \u00a32,000<\/a> for newcomers and the budget-conscious. We also looked at some of the weird and wonderful things coming out of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/news\/taipei-2024-8-weird-wonderful-bikes\">Taipei Cycle Show<\/a>.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ism-p1-gravel-saddle\">ISM P1 Gravel saddle<\/h2><div class=\"wp-block-purple-m101-in-text\"><div class=\"m101\" data-type=\"in-text\" data-template=\"default\" data-url=\"\" data-text=\"Buy from {merchant} ({price}), {merchant} ({price}) and {merchant} ({price}).\" data-config=\"{&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;ISM P1 gravel saddle&quot;,&quot;excludeKeywords&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;priceMin&quot;:&quot;185&quot;,&quot;priceMax&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\"\/><\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Warren Rossiter \/ Our Media<\/figcaption><\/figure><p>ISM\u2019s radical saddle designs have long been a favourite of time-trialists and triathletes, and the brand has now expanded its range of noseless saddles to gravel with the new P1 Gravel.\u00a0<\/p><p>ISM says the noseless shape is designed to eliminate pressure from soft-tissue areas, ensuring maximum bloodflow and no genital numbness.\u00a0<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" src=\"https:\/\/c02.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/03\/ISM-P1-gravel-padding.jpg\" alt=\"ISM P1 gravel padding\" class=\"wp-image-821906\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Warren Rossiter \/ Our Media<\/figcaption><\/figure><p>The narrow 120mm profile and deep HR (high rebound) padding, which ISM claims absorbs 30 per cent more vibrations, point towards a saddle aimed at long-distance <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/features\/routes-and-rides\/gravel-racing\">gravel racing<\/a> with an aggressive position.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" src=\"https:\/\/c02.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/03\/ISM-P1-gravel-saddle-weight.jpg\" alt=\"ISM P1 gravel saddle weight\" class=\"wp-image-821907\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Warren Rossiter \/ Our Media<\/figcaption><\/figure><ul><li> \u00a3185 \/ \u20ac215.95 \/ \u00a3229.88<\/li><\/ul><div class=\"wp-block-purple-m101-price-comparsion\"><div class=\"m101\" data-type=\"price-comparison\" data-template=\"default\" data-url=\"\" data-title=\"\" data-config=\"{&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;ISM P1 gravel saddle&quot;,&quot;excludeKeywords&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;price&quot;:&quot;185&quot;,&quot;delta&quot;:&quot;1&quot;,&quot;limit&quot;:&quot;4&quot;}\"\/><\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-spotify wp-block-embed-spotify wp-embed-aspect-21-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\"><iframe title=\"Spotify Embed: Specialized Epic 8 and RockShox Flight Attendant \u2013 we interview the people behind the scenes\" style=\"border-radius: 12px\" width=\"100%\" height=\"152\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/episode\/0OJKoPyPycQW3gHgx2RLmv?si=99b2d5e9b28d4318&amp;utm_source=oembed\"\/><\/div><\/figure><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-giro-coalition-spherical-full-face-helmet\">Giro Coalition Spherical full-face helmet<\/h2><div class=\"wp-block-purple-m101-in-text\"><div class=\"m101\" data-type=\"in-text\" data-template=\"default\" data-url=\"\" data-text=\"Buy from {merchant} ({price}), {merchant} ({price}) and {merchant} ({price}).\" data-config=\"{&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;Giro Coalition Spherical &quot;,&quot;excludeKeywords&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;priceMin&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;priceMax&quot;:&quot;299.99&quot;}\"\/><\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" src=\"https:\/\/c02.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/03\/Giro-Coalition-Spherical-helmet.jpg\" alt=\"Giro Coalition Spherical helmet\" class=\"wp-image-821909\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Andy Lloyd<\/figcaption><\/figure><p>Giro\u2019s new Coalition Spherical is an exceptionally lightweight full-face helmet designed to offer robust protection. Weighing a mere 800g in medium size, this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/advice\/buyers-guides\/best-mountain-bike-helmets-for-trail-riding\">mountain bike helmet<\/a> is certified by the NTA and features MIPS Spherical Technology. <\/p><p>The design integrates <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/advice\/buyers-guides\/what-is-mips\">MIPS<\/a> between independent EPP and EPS foam layers to optimise management of both high-speed and low-speed impacts, and reduce rotational impact forces.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" src=\"https:\/\/c02.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/03\/Giro-Coalition-Spherical-MIPS-slip-plane.jpg\" alt=\"Giro Coalition Spherical MIPS slip plane\" class=\"wp-image-821911\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Andy Lloyd<\/figcaption><\/figure><p>Giro claims the Coalition Spherical helmet rivals the ventilation and cooling abilities of certain <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/advice\/buyers-guides\/best-road-bike-helmets\">road bike helmets<\/a>, boasting large front intake ports and efficient rear exhaust vents connected by deep internal channelling.\u00a0<\/p><p>A significant innovation lies within the helmet: the Halo system combines a chin bar with Pebax and elastomeric bushings integrated into the EPS to absorb and dissipate kinetic forces effectively.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" src=\"https:\/\/c02.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/03\/Giro-Coalition-Spherical-rear-exhaust-vents.jpg\" alt=\"Giro Coalition Spherical rear exhaust vents\" class=\"wp-image-821913\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Andy Lloyd<\/figcaption><\/figure><p>This helmet is said to surpass standard chin-bar deflection certification testing by almost double. It also incorporates Ionic treatments to control odours and features two sets of removable cheek pads for customisable fit. <\/p><ul><li>\u00a3299.99 \/ $325<\/li><\/ul><div class=\"wp-block-purple-m101-price-comparsion\"><div class=\"m101\" data-type=\"price-comparison\" data-template=\"default\" data-url=\"\" data-title=\"\" data-config=\"{&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;Giro Coalition Spherical helmet&quot;,&quot;excludeKeywords&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;price&quot;:&quot;299.99&quot;,&quot;delta&quot;:&quot;1&quot;,&quot;limit&quot;:&quot;4&quot;}\"\/><\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-torq-explore-adventure-food\">Torq Explore Adventure food<\/h2><div class=\"wp-block-purple-m101-in-text\"><div class=\"m101\" data-type=\"in-text\" data-template=\"default\" data-url=\"\" data-text=\"Buy from {merchant} ({price}), {merchant} ({price}) and {merchant} ({price}).\" data-config=\"{&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;Torq Explore Adventure&quot;,&quot;excludeKeywords&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;priceMin&quot;:&quot;8.95&quot;,&quot;priceMax&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\"\/><\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" src=\"https:\/\/c02.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/03\/torq-explore-meals.jpg\" alt=\"Torq explore adventure meals\" class=\"wp-image-821915\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Warren Rossiter \/ Our Media<\/figcaption><\/figure><p>Torq\u2019s new range of dried food isn\u2019t your average dried rations. Each recipe has been created to follow Torq\u2019s Supercharger system for bike fuelling. The meals, whether savoury or sweet, are designed to deliver the same amount of nutrition, totalling over 500 functional calories, 100g carbs, 25g protein and less than 3g of fat.\u00a0<\/p><p>All of the meals just need the addition of water and are ready in 10 minutes. The savoury menu comprises chilli non-carne pasta, creamy mushroom pasta, and tomato and basil pasta \u2013 all using vegetarian proteins.\u00a0<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" src=\"https:\/\/c02.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/03\/Torq-explore-dessert.jpg\" alt=\"Torq Explore Adventure dessert\" class=\"wp-image-821916\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Warren Rossiter \/ Our Media<\/figcaption><\/figure><p>For dessert, it&#8217;s either hot apple crumble or rhubarb and custard. Both are based around a hot semolina dessert with a rich sauce flavour. Savoury meals are priced at \u00a38.95 and desserts \u00a36.95.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-purple-m101-price-comparsion\"><div class=\"m101\" data-type=\"price-comparison\" data-template=\"default\" data-url=\"\" data-title=\"\" data-config=\"{&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;Torq Explore Adventure dessert&quot;,&quot;excludeKeywords&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;price&quot;:&quot;6.95&quot;,&quot;delta&quot;:&quot;1&quot;,&quot;limit&quot;:&quot;4&quot;}\"\/><\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-e-thirteen-grappler-race-carbon-enduro-wheels\">e*thirteen Grappler Race Carbon Enduro wheels<\/h2><div class=\"wp-block-purple-m101-in-text\"><div class=\"m101\" data-type=\"in-text\" data-template=\"default\" data-url=\"\" data-text=\"Buy from {merchant} ({price}), {merchant} ({price}) and {merchant} ({price}).\" data-config=\"{&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;ethirteen grappler race carbon enduro&quot;,&quot;excludeKeywords&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;priceMin&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;priceMax&quot;:&quot;709.95&quot;}\"\/><\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" src=\"https:\/\/c02.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/03\/ethirteen-Grappler-Race-Carbon-Enduro-wheels.jpeg\" alt=\"Torq Explore Adventure dessert\" class=\"wp-image-821918\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">e*thirteen<\/figcaption><\/figure><p>The e*thirteen Grappler Race Carbon Enduro wheels are designed to meet the demands of aggressive trail riding and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/features\/beginners-guide-to-enduro-racing\">enduro racing<\/a>. Developed and refined through extensive testing across multiple World Cup racing seasons, with feedback from the likes of Aaron Gwin and Dak Norton, e*thirteen has enhanced its LG1 Race Carbon and created an even more durable wheel.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" src=\"https:\/\/c02.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/03\/ethirteen-Grappler-Race-Carbon-Enduro-rim-profile.jpg\" alt=\"ethirteen Grappler Race Carbon Enduro rim profile\" class=\"wp-image-821919\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Luke Marshall \/ Our Media<\/figcaption><\/figure><p>Constructed from high-modulus carbon fibre and featuring a 30mm inner rim width, e*thirteen claims these wheels offer lateral stability and precision, crucial for maintaining speed and absorbing impacts, while reducing rider fatigue and enhancing grip.\u00a0<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" src=\"https:\/\/c02.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/03\/ethirteen-Race-hub.jpg\" alt=\"e*thirteen Race hub\" class=\"wp-image-821920\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Luke Marshall \/ Our Media<\/figcaption><\/figure><p>With a low 19mm rim-profile height and double-butted spokes, they&#8217;re designed to deliver a responsive and dynamic riding experience. Additionally, e*thirteen provides its Lifetime Carbon Rim Warranty, ensuring riders can push their limits with confidence.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" src=\"https:\/\/c02.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/03\/ethirteen-fillmore-valve.jpg\" alt=\"e*thirteen Fill More valve\" class=\"wp-image-821921\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Luke Marshall \/ Our Media<\/figcaption><\/figure><p>Featuring a six-degree freehub engagement, these wheels strike a balance between quick response and pedal kickback. The captive thread end-cap design allows for tool-free removal of the freehub, facilitating easy greasing and cleaning for longevity and performance.<\/p><ul><li>Front: \u00a3609.95 \/\u00a0 $679.95 \/ \u20ac679.95 \u2013 902g (with tape and valves)<\/li><li>Rear: \u00a3709.95 \/ $799.95 \/ \u20ac799.95 \u2013 1,011g (with tape and valves)<\/li><\/ul><div class=\"wp-block-purple-m101-price-comparsion\"><div class=\"m101\" data-type=\"price-comparison\" data-template=\"default\" data-url=\"\" data-title=\"\" data-config=\"{&quot;searchKeywords&quot;:&quot;ethirteen grappler race carbon enduro wheels&quot;,&quot;excludeKeywords&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;price&quot;:&quot;709.95&quot;,&quot;delta&quot;:&quot;1&quot;,&quot;limit&quot;:&quot;4&quot;}\"\/><\/div><p\/> <\/body><\/html>\n<hr class=\"no-tts wp-block-separator\"\/>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Plus this week&#8217;s highlights from BikeRadar <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":24,"featured_media":61105,"template":"","categories":[1,36],"acf":{"readingTimeMinutes":"5"},"uagb_featured_image_src":{"full":["https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/43\/2024\/03\/isms-new-noseless-gravel-saddle-giros-coalition-spherical-helmet-torq-explore-adventure-food-and-ethirteen-wheels.jpg",2400,1600,false],"thumbnail":["https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/43\/2024\/03\/isms-new-noseless-gravel-saddle-giros-coalition-spherical-helmet-torq-explore-adventure-food-and-ethirteen-wheels-150x150.jpg",150,150,true],"medium":["https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/43\/2024\/03\/isms-new-noseless-gravel-saddle-giros-coalition-spherical-helmet-torq-explore-adventure-food-and-ethirteen-wheels-300x200.jpg",300,200,true],"medium_large":["https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/43\/2024\/03\/isms-new-noseless-gravel-saddle-giros-coalition-spherical-helmet-torq-explore-adventure-food-and-ethirteen-wheels-768x512.jpg",768,512,true],"large":["https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/43\/2024\/03\/isms-new-noseless-gravel-saddle-giros-coalition-spherical-helmet-torq-explore-adventure-food-and-ethirteen-wheels-1024x683.jpg",800,534,true],"1536x1536":["https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/43\/2024\/03\/isms-new-noseless-gravel-saddle-giros-coalition-spherical-helmet-torq-explore-adventure-food-and-ethirteen-wheels-1536x1024.jpg",1536,1024,true],"2048x2048":["https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/43\/2024\/03\/isms-new-noseless-gravel-saddle-giros-coalition-spherical-helmet-torq-explore-adventure-food-and-ethirteen-wheels-2048x1365.jpg",2048,1365,true]},"uagb_author_info":{"display_name":"importmanagerhub@sprylab.com","author_link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/cyclingplus\/author\/importmanagerhubsprylab-com\/"},"uagb_comment_info":0,"uagb_excerpt":"Plus this week's highlights from BikeRadar","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/cyclingplus\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/rss_feed\/61104"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/cyclingplus\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/rss_feed"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/cyclingplus\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/rss_feed"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/cyclingplus\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/24"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/cyclingplus\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/61105"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/cyclingplus\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=61104"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/cyclingplus\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=61104"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}