Syncros, one of the world’s leading bicycle component and tool brands, is intensifying its focus on the South African cycling and mountain bike market by expanding its range of class-topping components and tools. Here’s how it’s doing that and a look at 12 leading Syncros products.
Paid partnership with SCOTT Sports Africa
Built on the principle of obsessive, precise design and production through its in-house engineering and design team, Syncros is steadily gaining market share in South Africa and has expanded its range of globally successful products to add value to South Africans at both ends of the consumer spectrum. Specced OEM on wheels and cockpits of SCOTT bicycles, Syncros is already familiar to South Africans. With SCOTT, Maxxis and Syncros, SCOTT Sports Africa has developed a multi-brand strategy to ensure continued success of SCOTT and Maxxis with the aim of also elevating Syncros to the same levels of success.
“Including wheelsets and saddles and trusted by the likes of Tom Pidcock, Nino Schurter and Chris Froome, the Syncros brand has more than 350 product lines. This makes it the most comprehensive offering in the cycling industry when it comes to accessories and components. As a proud product of SCOTT Sports Africa, we are excited to give even more South Africans access to the world-class Syncros brand,” said Joggie Prinsloo, SCOTT Sports Africa Brand Manager.
“We already offer a head-to-toe gear and clothing solution through SCOTT for riders. With Syncros and Maxxis, we are offering a front-to-rear solution for bicycles. And we are aggressively growing our Syncros product offering in South Africa and expect it to be available in most South African bicycle shops,” added Prinsloo.
“With SCOTT and Maxxis the proud products of SCOTT Sports Africa, we have two very established brands selling through our SCOTT premium dealer network, Cycle Lab and Sportsman’s Warehouse. Our focus is now on growing Syncros as it offers an on- and off-the-bike solution for every rider. There are two product levels in the Syncros stable, Syncros, which is the premium level and Syncros Essentials, which offers a more value-for-money proposition. This means that all South African cyclists will be able to afford Syncros products,” remarked Prinsloo.
When you’re on a ride, the last thing you need is drama. But you can be sure that drama will present itself in some form. Not on every ride, but on the occasional ride – usually when everything seems just peachy… Reducing the risk of that drama, or even eliminating it, is what motivates the Syncros engineers. Syncros, which is easy to find in store due to its bright green packaging and product detail, designs tools and accessories for mountain biking, road cycling and gravel bike riding that are of the highest standard and exceptional quality, including the following:
SYNCROS SPEED RIDE WALLET
Stores tyre levers, multitools, repair kit, money and keys in a handy wrap that has an integrated credit card compartment and clear cell phone pocket with a loop for your pump. One for the jersey back pocket.
MRRP: R449-00
SYNCROS AM LOCK-ON GRIP
Designed for trail riders seeking a comfortable position with maximum control. Scientifically developed from extensive rider testing in collaboration with Syncros’s ergonomics partner Gebiomized. Featuring an extended loading area to support your palm, different density profiles leading to a ribbed finger area and ribbed chevrons for ultimate control on the trails. Available in two diameters depending on hand size, with aluminium lock-on ring.
MRRP: R399-99
SYNCROS iS CACHE CO2 BOTTLE CAGE
Syncros’s lightest and slimmest integrated MTB solution yet this smart unit features an inflation device, multitool (with chain tool) and bottle cage all integrated into one unit.
It’s a side-entry bottle cage with a flippable fasting wing for left- or right-handed use that’s optimized for recessed frame downtubes and firm bottle retention. Includes a CO2 application nozzle with air flow adjustment and 16g CO2 cartridge.
MRRP: R1 399-90
SYNCROS GUIDE TOOL KIT
The essential trail tool kit featuring a ratchet driver with 9 bits and 5Nm Torque adapter, chain tool, tyre levers, glueless patch kit and key loop helpfully packaged in a simple but secure tool wrap. Perfect for the jersey, pack or bag.
MRRP: R1 399-90
SYNCROS TAILOR 3.0 BOTTLE CAGE
Syncros’s entry level bottle cage is designed for ease of use either as a left- or right-handed operation. Side entry allows for clearance no matter the frame size and a solid construction means you won’t lose your bottle no matter where you ride!
MRRP: R149-00
SYNCROS XC LOCK-ON GRIPS
Scientifically engineered with real world rider pressure data, Syncros XC grips feature multiple rubber densities and an ergonomic profile to hit the absolute sweet spot of comfort and control. XC riders tend to ride an aggressive position and these grips are designed accordingly with an increased control area for the thumb. Available in two widths, they’re durable whether you’re shredding your local trail or a World Cup cross- country course.
MRRP: R399-90
SYNCROS MATCHBOX SL-X MULTI-TOOL
The Syncros Matchbox SL-X Multi-tool provides 12 essentials bits protected in an outer sleeve to ensure dust is kept away. With a lightweight and compact design, the Syncros Matchbox SL-X Multi-tool will help you remedy most mechanicals and get you back on your bike fast. It features forged and machined 40mm bits, optimised to reach tight areas and protected by a silicone sleeve. The tools are: Allen key 2/3/4/5/8; Torx T10/T20/T25 and Screwdriver Philips/Flat.
MRRP: R499-90
SYNCROS iS CACHE BOTTLE CAGE
Lightweight and integrated, the Syncros iS (Integrated Storage) Cache Cage is designed to keep you moving in the event of a trail side mishap. A multitool (with chain tool) and bottle cage are all integrated into one unit. The Cage features a neat, flippable wing so it can be set for left- or right-hand users (or reversed for seattube mounting). The design is side entry so it will fit in tight spaces on full suspension frames and it’s lightweight so you can use it on your cross-country race bike. The slim chain tool mounts to the multitool for maximum weight savings and ease of use.
MRRP: R779-90
SYNCROS CLIP-ON 350 SADDLE BAG
This water-resistant Syncros saddle bag features a 0.35-litre capacity and attaches securely to the saddle rails using our integrated clip and a strap around the seatpost. It’s fit and forget, so you have all your essential tools and spares on the bike whenever you need them.
MRRP: R349-90
SYNCROS CACHE 2.0 BOTTLE CAGE
The Cache cage features a side entry bottle design (to fit all frame sizes), married with a flippable wing for left- or right-handed use or for mounting on the seat tube (where you need to reverse entry). For downtube mounting, the design has been optimised for the recessed section on the SCOTT Spark but will work with all bikes. One area Syncros paid particular attention to was bottle retention and the engineers conducted extensive testing to ensure that your bottle is kept on your bike for when you need it.
MRRP: R149-00
SYNCROS DIGITAL FRAME BAG
Keep your digital devices close to hand with this bag. It features mesh interior dividers and mounts to the front of your bike. A one-handed zip on the top allows you to operate on the move.
MRRP: R349-90
SYNCROS TRAIL FENDER
The Syncros Trail Fender is made from a high quality Impact Polypropolene that balances stiffness and durability. Designed to work with suspension forks from various, brands, including Fox and Rock Shox, the Trail Fender features a 2-bolt direct mount. This means a clean and reliable mount that is easily removable.
MRRP: R349-90
To see more Syncros accessories and tools as well Syncros’s market leading products for mountain biking, gravel bike riding and road cycling, click here.
