Tech

Gallery: Bikes of Dirty Reiver 2023

Drop bars, flat bars and everything else in between, including a Boardman prototype

Wed, Apr 26, 2023 11:00

What is Koroyd?

A closer look at the honeycomb-like inner helmet structure and why it matters to helmet safety

Wed, Apr 26, 2023 08:00

Check out the stunning-looking – and smooth-riding – Enigma Evoke Mk3

This titanium road bike offers an excellent build quality – treat yourself to a custom paint job if you fancy something really special

Tue, Apr 25, 2023 20:45

Are gravel bikes old-school mountain bikes?

Liam Mercer unpacks this loaded topic and reckons gravel's progression is the best thing to happen to cycling in decades

Tue, Apr 25, 2023 10:55

Are gravel bikes old-school mountain bikes?

Liam Mercer unpacks this loaded topic and reckons gravel's progression is the best thing to happen to cycling in decades

Tue, Apr 25, 2023 09:30

Check out this loud and limited Vielo x WTB collaboration V+1 gravel bike

This collaboration bike inspired by the 80s Repack gang is bound to stand out on the gravel paths

Sun, Apr 23, 2023 20:45

Specialized Allez Sprint vs Trek Emonda ALR — which aluminium race bike will win this epic showdown?

Which of the latest and greatest alloy road bikes is best? Here's how they compare, and things to consider before buying

Sat, Apr 22, 2023 14:14

Fresh bikes from Mondraker and Yeti, plus Hutchinson’s downcountry-style tyre

Our round-up of the very best tech stories of the week

Sat, Apr 22, 2023 12:00

Are ceramic bearings worth it?

Here’s everything you need to know about ceramic bearings and why they’ll make a difference to your bike

Thu, Apr 20, 2023 16:00

New bikes and new ideas from Orro – April 2023

“We are proud to design and build our bikes in Britain”: Orro on reshoring its assembly, innovation, and plans to go international

We take a look at Orro's latest range, the ideas behind the bikes, and its drive to reshore assembly in the UK

Wed, Apr 19, 2023 09:30

2023 Wilier Filante Mark Cavendish – 1 (4).jpeg

Check out Mark Cavendish’s 2023 Wilier Filante SLR: the Manx Missile’s masterpiece on two wheels

Could Cav take the record for Tour de France stage wins outright this year on one of the most lustworthy bikes in the peloton?

Tue, Apr 18, 2023 20:45

2023 Elisa Longo Borghini Trek Domane hero bike at bedtime

Elisa Longo Borghini’s special Paris-Roubaix Trek Domane

We take a look at the details of the bike that Trek-Segafredo raced through the Hell of the North

Sun, Apr 16, 2023 20:45

Where are they now? The best, worst and wackiest cycling crowdfunders and what happened to them

Since about the early 2010s, Kickstarter and Indiegogo have provided some bike brands with ideal platforms to launch a product. For others it didn't go so well...

Fri, Apr 14, 2023 14:30

DMR’s magnesium Vaults and ODUB bar, mudguards from Kinesis and shoes from Sidi

Plus highlights and top stories of the week

Fri, Apr 14, 2023 13:00

What is WG11?

Everything you need to know about Kask's WG11 helmet test protocol and how it’s trying to change helmet safety

Thu, Apr 13, 2023 14:40

What is WG11?

Everything you need to know about Kask's WG11 helmet test protocol and how it’s trying to change helmet safety

Thu, Apr 13, 2023 08:34

2023 Paris Roubaix Mathieu van der Poel © Alex Whitehead-SWpix.com – 1

Check out the unreleased Canyon Aeroad Mathieu van der Poel rode to Paris-Roubaix victory

Alpecin–Deceuninck rider won on an aero road bike that has yet to be launched. The tanwall Vittoria Corsa Pro tubeless tyres are flying under the radar too

Tue, Apr 11, 2023 20:45

Test the new Bosch eBike ABS at The Cycle Show 2023

Incredible breakthrough e-bike technology, including ABS anti-lock braking, from serial e-bike innovator Bosch will be available to test at this year's Alexander Palace Cycle Show.

Tue, Apr 11, 2023 13:00

Test the new Bosch eBike ABS at The Cycle Show 2023

Incredible breakthrough e-bike technology, including ABS anti-lock braking, from serial e-bike innovator Bosch will be available to test at this year's Alexander Palace Cycle Show.

Tue, Apr 11, 2023 11:00

2023 Festka Ondrash Kasparek collab Scout gravel bike hero

Bike at Bedtime from the archives: Festka + Ondrash & Kasparek gravel bike

Stunning finish... and an astonishing price. Go on, have a guess!

Sun, Apr 09, 2023 20:45

10 ways that Paris-Roubaix bikes have changed over the past decade April 2023

10 ways that Paris-Roubaix bikes have changed over the past decade — comparing 2012 to 2023 bike tech

Find out how tech has altered on the bikes designed to cope with the most brutal one-day race on the calendar

Fri, Apr 07, 2023 11:00

Ultimate bikepacking: how to choose your bags

We look at how ACID’s range of fantastic bike-mounted cycle luggage – frame bags, seat packs, panniers and handlebar bags – can be combined to create the ultimate bikepacking set-up

Thu, Apr 06, 2023 09:00

3D printed cycling tech — what 3D printed bike products have taken off, and what’s coming in the future?

From saddles and stems to bikes and mounts, why is so much cycling stuff getting 3D printed, and what will come next?

Wed, Apr 05, 2023 16:57

2023 Ronde Van Vlaanderen, Lotte Kopecky bike – 1

Check out Lotte Kopecky’s Flanders-winning Specialized Tarmac SL7

Belgian rider made it back-to-back Tour of Flanders wins at the weekend and here's the bike she rode to victory...

Tue, Apr 04, 2023 20:45

How to dress for spring cycling — tips on choosing the best gear for the most of unpredictable season

The unpredictability of spring means you might face some unique cycling wardrobe challenges every time you head out. Make sure you're prepared with these top tips and kit suggestions for rain, shine and everything in between

Tue, Apr 04, 2023 17:46

Maddy Nutt’s Ribble Gravel SL — a podium-winning gravel race machine

A closer look at last weekend's Battle on the Beach-beating race bike that Maddy Nutt rode to third place at the event in Pembrey

Sun, Apr 02, 2023 20:45

Canyon’s Exceed gets new colours and models, and Cannondale adds to its premium collection

Our round-up of the very best tech stories of the week

Sat, Apr 01, 2023 12:00

Cycling April Fool’s round-up: the silliest cycling-related spoof stories we’ve spotted… and road.cc’s newest (fake) YouTube show

Yep, it’s that time of the year again…

Fri, Mar 31, 2023 15:04

Hunts XC wheelset, Trailcross shoes from Five Ten, grips from Marin and more

Plus a bumper week for racing news

Fri, Mar 31, 2023 12:00

10 features that would improve next-generation GPS bike computers

With Garmin set to introduce new solar-charging models very soon, what other features would we like to see?

Thu, Mar 30, 2023 16:10