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All New Specialized Levo R
All-New Specialized Levo R SuperNatural power, agility, and range in a lighter, faster, and more instinctive package. The new Specialized Levo R checks a lot of boxes for a full power e-bike. It's a lightweight package with a full power motor. With 29" wheels, 140mm front travel, and 130mm rear travel, the Levo R is built with a low efficient stance for balance, control, and climbing speed. Rally-tuned geometry with adjustability to really fine-tune the details. Levo R is ready to rally. Wheel size: 29" Front travel: 140mm Rear travel: 130mm Motor: Full power Turbo 3.1 motor, 850 watts, 111 Nm Battery: 840 Wh or 600 Wh or run just the 280 Wh range extender for a lighter setup Range: Up to 4.75 hours of riding Adjustable geo: BB and chainstay FlipChip, 3 positions on the headtube Shop Levo R Adjustable Geometry: BB FlipChipThe BB FlipChip has a low position for added stability or a high position for increased pedal clearance. 3 Position HeadtubeSteeper for sharper steering or more relaxed for greater stability at speed. Chainstay FlipChipAdjust the rear center length for a longer and more stable set up. Run it shorter for a more maneuverable feel. Geometry Chart: S1 S2 S3 S4 S5 S6 Stack 603 607 617 630 644 657 Reach 400 420 450 475 500 525 Head-tube length 96 100 110 125 140 155 Head-tube angle 64.8 65 65 65 65 65 BB height - low 339 339 339 339 339 339 BB drop 36.2 36 36 36 36 36 Trail 127 127 127 127 127 127 Fork length 550 550 550 550 550 550 Fork rake 44 44 44 44 44 44 Front center 716 736 770 801 833 864 Chainstay length 447 447 447 447 447 447 Wheelbase 1161 1181 1215 1246 1277 1309 Top-tube length 540 560 592 620 649 677 Standover 759 765 771 771 778 778 Seat-tube length 374.92 385 405 425 445 465 Seat-tube angle 76.91 77 77 77 77 77 Max seatpost insertion 210 227 249 271 292 312 Min seatpost insertion 80 80 80 80 80 80
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The Bike Shop Welcomes Van Rysel to Canada
Van Rysel Comes to Canada, and The Bike Shop This fall, we’ll be introducing Van Rysel trainers to our lineup, with the full range of Van Rysel bikes and equipment arriving in 2026. Available in-store and online, Canada-wide shipping will be available for Van Rysel at thebikeshop.com A member of our race team has had the opportunity to try out some of the bikes, stay tuned for his ride review of the RCR Pro! Checkout the full press release below for details on the launch into the Canadian market from Van Rysel: VAN RYSEL MAKES CANADIAN DEBUT AT THE GRAND PRIX CYCLISTE DE MONTRÉAL Born in the wind, cold and cobblestones of Northern France, VAN RYSEL, the high-performance cycling brand and partner of the Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale World Tour team, will make its first appearance in Canada during the prestigious Grand Prix Cycliste de Montréal. From North to North: Same passion, same ambition. Two cycling lands, two harsh climates, one shared passion for performance and precision. VAN RYSEL arrives in Canada with the same rigor, pursuit of speed, and respect for the demanding cyclist that has made it a trusted choice for riders across Europe. Renowned for its premium, technical, and innovative approach to cycling, VAN RYSEL designs and develops its road, gravel, and triathlon products in Flanders, the heartland of cycling. Already embraced by top riders and passionate amateurs in Europe, the brand is now bringing its commitment to precision, performance, and authenticity to the Canadian market. A Shared Passion: From North to North The arrival of VAN RYSEL in Canada celebrates the shared spirit of two cycling cultures with demanding climates and dedicated riders. This expansion is part of the brand’s mission to bring the thrill of speed to athletes worldwide. For more information, visit: www.vanryselcycling.com. The next chapter for VAN RYSEL in Canada Already available in Canada, the full VAN RYSEL range will be rolled out in March 2026, together with the VAN RYSEL experiences. Cyclists will then be able to discover the Race, Gravel and Endurance lines, as well as our home trainers and all our equipment. Van Rysel Product Range There are five main product families at Van Rysel RCR range: products designed for performance, used by professionals to deliver thebest balance between lightness and speed.Iconic products: RCR PRO bike, RCR shoes, and RCR MIPS helmet. RCR-F range: with a single goal, maximum aerodynamics to win sprints or classics.Iconic products: RCR-F bike and RCR-F MIPS helmet. EDR range: dedicated to endurance, with products developed for lasting comfort while remaining as high-performing as possible.Iconic products: EDR ULTRA bike and EDR ULTRA textile collection. XCR range: a range dedicated to triathletes seeking performance.Iconic products: the XCR bike. Home trainer range: all home trainer models, with Zwift COG available from the end of 2025.Iconic products: D100 Zwift, D500 Zwift, and RCR Zwift
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Santa Cruz: 2025 Bullit
New Santa Cruz Bullit The Most Travel With 170mm travel front and rear, it's the closest thing to a downhill bike without strapping a dual-crown fork on. The Bullit takes a no-limits approach to ebikes. Made to Outlast Santa Cruz prioritized making a bike that not only handles well, but handles real world abuse. We put our bikes through a lot and Santa Cruz made the Bullit to last many lifetimes. Seatstay bridge and one-piece link for added rigidity Progression chip (independent of shock rate chip) adjusts from 26-29% Geo adjust chip (hi/lo 4mm BB height & 0.3 degrees HTA) Proportional geometry so every size rider gets the same epic performance Enclosed downtube for chassis robustness and reliability/rattle-free Strength is prioritized over skimping on bearings and layup. Save weight through streamlined design instead - all kits are sub-50lb Sizes S-XXL, Now available in a small size frame Lightweight: All sizes under 50lbs Range Versatility Reliability, powerful, wireless, the right size battery, and range extender make the Bullit a stand out. Motor: 85Nm Torque Full-power e-MTB 600 watts peak power No rattling or knocking Reliable Very responsive & class leading power delivery 6.2 lbs Battery: Fixed battery, less weight Smaller, compact downtube 600 Wh, ideal for most rides 6.6 lbs Range Extender: 250 Wh PowerMore Range Extender Sold aftermarket 3.3 lbs Mixed Wheels - Right for ebikes Better handling for ebikes - counteracts the extra weight of the battery by providing rearward bias for best handling. Provides more freedom in chainstay length - size specific chainstay lengths are especially good for shorter riders. Tech Info MX Wheels: 29" front/27.5" rear Bosch Performance Line CX Motor with 85Nm torque and 600W peak power 600Wh Integrated Battery Flip-Chip allows rear suspsension tuning fron 26% - 29% progression Adjustable geometry with the Flip-Chip (63.3° - 63.6° head angle, 77.1° - 77.4° seat tube angle)
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