Eat Sleep Cycle is a new online store that has embraced technology to offer a webstore that sells a range of established international brands to South Africans who are looking for something bespoke, something fresh or something exciting. Here are 10 products from Eat Sleep Cycle that intrigue us.
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KNOG BLINDER FRONT LIGHTS
Whether you do a weekly night ride, commute in traffic regularly or focus on ultra-endurance races that require riding through the night, the Knog Blinder front lights are ideally suited for you.
The Blinder front lights come in 1 300, 900 and 600 lumen models with a powerful, low-glare focussed beam, illuminating from 80-120 metres (depending on model) and two fittings for handlebar or GroPro under computer mounting. They’re made with robust single-piece aluminium with CNC construction and are IP67-rated for superior water resistance, with six light modes (night and day), battery charge indicator and two-year warranty.
KNOG SCOUT BIKE ALARM AND TRACKER
Your bicycle is one of your most cherished possessions. It makes sense to invest in a Knog Scout Bike Alarm and Tracker to reduce the risk of your bike being stolen (with its 85 decibel alarm). Enable your Scout while you’re having coffee for peace of mind and – if stolen – find it (with Apple FindMy technology). It is IP66 water-resistance rated, discreet, light weight, USB-C rechargeable and connects via Bluetooth.
PEATY’S MONARCH GRIP
The Monarch Grip is a descendant of decades of hanging onto handlebars like our lives depended on it. Because sometimes they really did.’ – Steve Peat
Designed from years of descending at speed, the Peaty’s Monarch Grip is made for control and comfort. Made in Thin or Thick diameter, the Peaty’s Monarch Grip also offers two different texture options – Knurl (high focus on control) or Mushroom (high focus on comfort). Designed with 20A compound, the Peaty’s Monarch Grip is soft and grippy, yet still durable and long-lasting.
Steve Peat, former Downhill World Champion and multiple World Cup winner, now manager of the Santa Cruz Syndicate DH racing team, spent two years developing these highly functional grips.
PEATY’S HOLDFAST TRAIL TOOL WRAP
Carrying tools, spares, snacks, rain jacket, your car keys and smartphone on your rides is a lot. If you prefer riding without a back pack, then Peaty’s Holdfast Trail Tool Wrap is exactly what you need. It can’t hold all of the above, but it allows you spread the load between your pockets or hip bag and your bike…
Peaty’s Holdfast Trail Tool Wrap is smartly designed to keep the tool wrap/pouch separate from the frame strap, which allows firm tightening and no movement while riding. It also gives you quick access to your tool wrap/pouch when you need it. It’s designed for muddy UK conditions, so is made from a waterproof fabric with welded seams to keep your tools, spares and valuables clean and dry.
NOVA RIDE CARBON CERAMIC DERAILLEUR
If you’re obsessed with efficiency and light weight then you’ll appreciate the value of the Nova Ride Carbon Ceramic Derailleur. This isn’t just a functional gear shifter, it’s also a work of flippen art! It’s an oversized cage made from carbon fibre with oversized jockey wheels, which come in a range of trick colours, including orange, grey, blue, black, red and gold. The whole thing weighs just 78g and the bearings in the jockey wheels are ceramic, sealed and maintenance-free – perfect for dusty South African conditions! Manufactured in France,, they are available in seven colours, include a four-year warranty and cost far less than similar competitor brands.
Made to fit Shimano road and gravel systems as well as SRAM’s AXS system, Nova Ride team sponsorships include TotalEnergies, Arkea, B&B Hotels and Cofidis.
CYCLOC SUPER HERO HORIZONTAL BIKE WALL MOUNT
If space is limited in your home, or you like to be super organised with your bike storage, then the Cycloc Super Hero will appeal to you. It comprises three wall mount units – one main unit into which you place a pedal; and the other two on which the front and rear wheels rest. It’s easy to mount and comes in a range of colours. Suitable for mountain bikes, gravel bikes and road bikes.
CYCLOC ENDO VERTICAL BIKE WALL MOUNT
If you need to store several bikes, but are tight for space, the Cycloc Endo Vertical Bike Wall Mount is ideal. It comprises a main support unit into which a wheel hooks – and a wheel pad. It’s small and inconspicuous and folds flat when not in use. It comes in a range of colours and is easy to mount. Suitable for mountain bikes, gravel bikes and road bikes.
CICLOVATION ADVANCED BAR TAPE
Bar tape is easy to come by. Almost every bike shop stocks bar tape. But if you want bar tape that not only feels premium, but looks bespoke, then Ciclovation Advanced Bar Tape is what you should be wrapping your bars with. Made with synthetic leather and multi-layer varying density foam, Ciclovation Advanced Bar Tape is made to withstand extreme weather conditions, ensuring comfort and durability. The colour options and combinations are astounding, which makes customising the look of your gravel bike or road bike relatively straight forward.
TORQ ENERGY BARS & GELS
You may not yet know about TORQ Nutrition, but it’s been around for 25 years and founded by UK fitness coach and performance specialist, Matt Hart. The brand’s foundation is built on sports science and a commitment to purity, using only natural flavours, colours, and ingredients without artificial additives. TORQ’s mostly Vegan unique dual-carbohydrate formulas (Two Carb Absorption Channels) optimises energy delivery and allows realistic and comfortable absorption of up to 90 grams of carbs per hour (3 Torq Units), while its hydration and recovery products support sustained performance and effective post-activity recovery.
Although it’s a major player in the performance sports nutrition market and now produces drinks, gels and jellies too, TORQ’s first product was its bars, which helped build the brand’s credibility in a crowded category…
Uniquely, TORQ offers 12 different gel flavours plus a Naked flavour-free option. The gels have been carefully formulated to deliver TORQ’s unique blend of multiple-transportable carbohydrates and electrolytes to the working muscles extremely quickly and efficiently using research-proven 2:1 Maltodextrin : Fructose technology and all five key electrolytes. TORQ offers several sample packs including 12 flavours of gel, 8 energy bars, 4 recovery sachets + Torq shaker, a 6 pack of energy drink sachets + 750ml Torq bottle and a 4 pack of hydration sachets + 500ml Torq bottle.
The above products are from brands distributed in South Africa by Tactic Distribution and sold via the online store, Eat Sleep Cycle.
Note: if you are a retailer interested in selling some of these brands, go to the Tactic Distribution website here.
