![]() ![]() ![]() The Corsa Donna will only be available from REI, and comes in two sizes: XS/S, and S/M. A bike that lets you cruise around with a coffee in one hand and the other on the brake without worrying about pitching your latte (or yourself) over the handlebars whenever a squirrel cuts you off. The Corsa Donna isn’t a racing bike, it’s a bike for enjoying life. This process means that it becomes easier to react in an emergency, and prevents you from having Head-over-Handlebar incidents or skidding out.įor a bicycle designed with simplicity in mind, the SureStop is a great tech addition. ![]() It’s a pretty simple system: The rider pulls the single brake lever to engage the rear brake against the rim, and as the rear brake engages, the patented Slidepad slides forward to pull the front brake cable which then engages simultaneously to stop your bike. SureStop integrates both the front and back brake function into on handle, so you can never pull one without the other. We encountered this innovative braking system at Interbike and we think it’s pretty cool. Don’t know what those are? We didn’t either. Perhaps the most notable feature of this bike, though, is that it’s fitted with 1-lever SureStop brakes. It’s set up for fenders and a back rack, and comes with a kickstand. It has an aluminum frame, aluminum fork, low-rise mustache handlebars, and 7 gears to get you anywhere you need to go. ![]() The Corsa Donna bridges the gap between a more athletic ride and a leisurely cruise, making it well-suited to city streets and the occasional gravel path. It maintains the relaxed, upright city riding position of the Corsa, but now features a step-through frame and a snazzy new paint job, along with a few other bells and whistles. For more information visit launched the 2016 version of their house brand’s city bike, the 2016 Novara Corsa Donna. The Corsa Donna is an overhaul of 2015’s Corsa. In addition to XDS Australia other USA and international brands are using Slidepad(IBD) technology to enhance their comfort and recreational ranges of products. In addition to making braking easier and more efficient, the technology is able to intelligently modulate the front brake force in real time, based on the road surface and rider weight position, to avoid front wheel lockup, like ABS for the front brake. Slidepad’s Intelligent Brake Distribution (IBD) technology easily integrates into existing v-brake systems to provide an intuitive single lever braking experience to casual cyclists. Also available in sizing 15.5, 17 and 19.įor more information on, new models, specifications, colours, updating soon with the 2015 XDS Bicycles, visit About Slidepad Technologies Inc. The Hollywood steel models include Slidepad braking system Shimano drive train Shimano RS-35 shifters, Kenda City 700c tires, a comfort saddle, steel colour coded fenders, chain guard, rear carrier and a wire and removable cane front basket set. Ladies Alloy model is available in size 15.5, 17, 19. XDS Bicycles Alloy Hollywood range of Retro Ladies 700c model features a light-weight aluminum frame model with the Slidepad braking system, Tektro “V” brake alloy comfort levers, an 8-speed Shimano drivetrain, Kenda 700c tires, Cionlli comfort saddle, steel colour coded fenders, rear alloy carrier, a wire and removable cane front basket set. “Owners of XDS new Hollywood Retro Ladies models will be very pleased to discover that the Slidepad system is simpler to operate than standard two lever braking systems while providing an improved braking performance for a safer, more controlled, more fun ride.” “We are pleased to announce this contract with Australia’s XDS Bicycles marking the first opportunity for Slidepad be equipped on a non-US brands’ bicycles,” said Slidepad President and Co-Founder Brian Riley. The system is like having front wheel ABS, making riding safer and easier by alleviating the risk of front wheel lockup accidents caused by rider error. Slidepad gives riders better braking control and efficiency and simplifies the user experience making cycling even more enjoyable. Slidepad provides recreational cyclists with a single-lever braking system that uses the force of the rear wheel to intelligently modulate the front brake. PALO ALTO, Calif. - May 22, 2014 - Slidepad Technologies has announced that its revolutionary single-lever front and rear brake system will be available as standard equipment on XDS Australia Bicycles’ new Hollywood Retro Range Ladies Alloy and Steel 700c models. Slidepad Announces Australia’s XDS Bicycles To Feature Innovative Single Lever Brake System on 2015 Hollywood Retro Range Ladies Models ![]()
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