Lance Branquinho

South Africa

Writer and Content Specialist at Freelance

Articles

L2 charging and dwell times beat DCFC

1 week ago | memeburn.com | Lance Branquinho

EV transition headlines are dominated by news of greater range, bigger batteries and more powerful chargers. But are the stats with each EV battery and charging power breakthrough ignoring the premise and promise that drew many early EV adopters: the value and convenience of home charging? Investment in advanced battery chemistries has resulted in the development of a current generation of EVs that rival the real-world range of similarly sized gasoline vehicles.
Xysto pedals are for chasing winning downhill Times

2 weeks ago | off.road.cc | Lance Branquinho

Pedals are a deeply personal rider preference, and some XC and gravel riders are ardent believers in TIME and its ATAC clipless system. Lance Branquinho|Apr 10 2025| More News The French frame and pedal brand, known for making its own in-house braided carbon fibre weaving and unique ATAC clipless pedal design, has created a new pedal. It’s called the Xysto, and if you’re wondering about the etymology of that name, it’s Portuguese.
OneUp offers improved compliance and more rise with its V2 carbon handlebars

2 weeks ago | off.road.cc | Lance Branquinho

As handlebars trend wider, riders needing mid-width options encounter a comfort paradox. Carbon-fibre handlebars engineered for an 800mm width can feel harsh if cut narrower, because the inherent strength analysis done by engineers at the product origin is for the full-width leverage forces. And that means if you cut them narrower, they can ride harshly. Best MTB handlebars - tried and tested trail bars OneUp Components Carbon Handlebar review Are wider MTB handlebars better?
Wahoo introduces third-generation Elemnt GP head units

2 weeks ago | off.road.cc | Lance Branquinho

The third-generation Elemnt Roam and Bolt GP head units feature significant enhancements, delivering better integration, endurance and more intuitive rider UX. Best cycling computers 2025 - top options for mountain bikers Wahoo Elemnt Roam v2 Bike Computer review The Elemnt Ace debuts as Wahoo’s most potent cycling computerRoaming furtherWahoo’s all-new Roam now features an anti-glare 2.8in touchscreen display, with all the UX features riders value in a GPS head unit.
Goodyear’s Escape grows wider with new Inter and Max tread options

2 weeks ago | off.road.cc | Lance Branquinho

Iconic American tyre brand, Goodyear, has upgraded its Escape mountain bike range with larger casings and new tread patterns. Lance Branquinho|Apr 7 2025| More News Graded as Goodyear’s ‘rowdy trail tyre’, the Escape now features two tread designs and more volume, allowing riders to run their Escapes at lower pressures with greater confidence.
Tires and fleet cost realities in a 25% auto tariff market

3 weeks ago | memeburn.com | Lance Branquinho

Tires aren’t semiconductors, but they’re a vital automotive safety component. Your vehicle can run with a slight semiconductor failure and reduced features, but it can’t run with failed tires. There are many unintended consequences of the Trump administration’s decision to increase tariffs on automotive imports. From complete vehicles to the tiniest components, the integrated global supply chain, known only to industry insiders, will now become a repricing reality for all American car owners.
Lee Cougan unveils the full suspension Innova Super Gravel bike

3 weeks ago | off.road.cc | Lance Branquinho

Gravel bike suspension. A decade ago, it was an odd concept. However, as the gravel category has grown, more innovation is happening to create gravel bikes with better traction and reduced rider fatigue. And that means more suspension integration. World Cup XCO riders protest over podium changes Busting those suspension myths with Fox Gravel bike suspension and dropper posts - do you need them?
Kona’s updated Libre gravel frame gains UDH and a smaller seat tube

3 weeks ago | off.road.cc | Lance Branquinho

The product mission for Kona’s design team with the new Libre, was to create a more versatile gravel bike. It is light enough to race at Unbound, but also has enough carrying capacity for gravel riders who want to use their Libre as an adventure touring and exploration bike. Gravel racing - what's next for cycling's fastest growing discipline? Gravel bike racing – everything you need to know Gravel bike suspension and dropper posts - do you need them?
The Focus SAM² becomes a more adjustable and versatile e-enduro bike

3 weeks ago | off.road.cc | Lance Branquinho

Focus has been updating its Bosch-powered e-bike range over the last few months, and the latest phase of that portfolio refresh is the new SAM². Lance Branquinho|Apr 2 2025| More News Configured as a dedicated e-enduro bike, the Focus SAM² is all about descending confidence. Rear suspension travel is 165mm, with a 38mm stanchion fork providing 180mm.
Focus adds Eagle 70 model to JAM² range

3 weeks ago | off.road.cc | Lance Branquinho

In September last year, Focus released its upgraded JAM². And now there’s a new derivative with SRAM’s latest Eagle drivetrain tech, the JAM² 6.8. Lance Branquinho|Apr 1 2025| More News Featuring a sleek hydroformed aluminium frame, the JAM² 6.8 is configured at the intersection of hardcore trail e-bikes and e-enduro lite builds. A 160mm fork is complemented by 150mm of rear suspension, while 29-inch wheels slot into both axles.