Innovation

100% Peter Sagan limited edition sunglasses launch for the Tour

New kids on the performance shades block launch range of eye-catchingly iridescent Sagan shades

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Rapha launch Graffiti Collection, drawing on “the passion of the crowd”

The print on this unusual new kit from Rapha is inspired by the road graffiti left after big races, and is a departure from the more understated Rapha garb we've become accustomed to

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Five cool things coming soon from B’Twin, Bontrager, Goodyear, Endura and Shutt Velo Rapide

Some more new stuff we're testing at the moment before the road.cc verdicts are delivered...

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Mitchelton-Scott will be riding new Pirelli tubular tyres at the 2018 Tour de France

Pirelli are the official tyres supplier to Mitchelton-Scott after agreeing a long-term deal, with Simon Yates unveiling the new Pirelli tubular tyre on an F1 track at the weekend

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Argon 18 team up with Mercedes-Benz for line of high-end bikes

The latest in a long and sometimes questionable line of bike/car brand collaborations is an effort from Argon 18 and Mercedes, with the German car maker promising "an emotional connection" for the lucky owners...

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Zwift to add part of 2018 Road Worlds course to platform

Users of the virtual cycling platform - including pros doing route recces - will be able to ride part of the Innsbruck-Tirol course from August

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Five cool things coming soon from Felt, Giant, Vision, Bont and Kalf

Another smattering of snazzy gear we're testing at the moment, with reviews coming soon...

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Five cool things coming soon from Shimano, Hoy, Crankalicious, Le Col and NRC

Another collection of clobber, bikes and accessories that we're testing at the moment...

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Five cool things coming soon from Giant, Giro, 100%, Wearwell and Ritchey

Another week, and another quintet of kit and gear that our reviewers are testing at the moment...

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Neymar riding custom Scott Foil Disc in race to be fit for World Cup

The Brazil and Paris Saint-Germain ace is cycling himself back to full fitness, with a big helping hand from a top-of-the-range Scott Foil Disc in custom colours

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Japanese schoolgirl aged 11 wins patent for ingenious bike parking system based on magnetic forces

Hitomi Hirabayashi came up with the idea after her own bicycle was damaged when she retrieved it from bike rack

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First look: Road Grand Tours, a new virtual training simulator

Thought the only computer game-style virtual cycling simulator began with a Z? That's set to change, with Road Grand Tours promising a realistic experience that's currently free in its Beta phase of development...

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Five cool things coming soon from Shimano, Miche, Cateye, Vel and Northwave

Some more gear we're testing out to the max at the moment before the road.cc verdicts are delivered...

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Douchebags launch the Savage bike bag with internal protective cage

This Savage Douchebag is inspired by roll cages in racing cars, and compresses to a third of its size

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Ekoi release Perso Evo 9 shades, “the world’s first four in one sunglasses”

The ever-evolving French brand have launched shades that are fully customisable, with the upper and lower parts of the frames removable and lenses courtesy of Zeiss

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Five cool things coming soon from Hövding, Rapha, Topeak, Bragi and Litelok

Another selection of the latest gear and accessories currently getting the road.cc ridearound...

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Ribble launch limited edition Giro D’Italia R872

The online bike brand have infused some Maglia Rosa into their R872 sportive bike, with the Ribble Valley pattern on the forks sprayed Giro pink

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Flectr launch Flectr Vortex, the world’s first crank reflector

Flectr have already smashed their crowdfunding target on Kickstarter for their latest innovation, which they claim is more visible than pedal reflectors

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London Tube map app now also offers a cycle map

London becoming “a genuine bike rider’s city” according to developer

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dhb launch Aeron LAB premium collection

Promising their "best kit to date", dhb's Aeron LAB collection has been two years in the making, and no compromises have been made to create faster, lighter and more aero gear

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Lumos helmet with indicators gets fresh updates and is now available to buy in Apple stores

The Lumos helmet has 48 LED lights and was successfully crowdfunded in 2015. It now supports hand-activated turn signals when used with an Apple Watch, and becomes the first bike helmet to be sold in Apple Stores

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Five cool things coming soon from Tifosi, Primal, Rapha, Kask and BBB

More cool kit we're trying out at the moment, whatever the weather...

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road.cc recap: ten of our favourite stories this week

A compilation of news from across the site this week that have got us talking in the office...

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Black Mountain launch ‘world’s most advanced kids’ bikes’

On a mission to make kids' bike better and more versatile, Black Mountain's bikes are lightweight and also transform from a balance bike to a full pedal-assisted version thanks to numerous patented technologies

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Endura launch two new road helmets

The Pro SL has a Koroyd core to increase impact absorption, while the super light FS260-Pro weighs a shade over 200g

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Bespoked 2018: five of the best accessories and components spotted

It's not just about the bikes... we also saw some pretty cool bits at Bristol's Bespoked show too! Here are some of our favourites, from innovative to quirky and everything in between...

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New Hoy kids’ bikes now available at Evans Cycles

The new Bonaly and Meadowmill kids' bikes, developed with and named after Sir Chris Hoy, are now some of the lightest and capable on the market

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Zipp release new tubular wheelsets, handlebars and clincher tyres

To meet the needs of pro riders, Zipp have gone tubular for their 454 NSW and 303 Firecrest wheelsets. They've also launched updated alloy handlebars and Tangente 25mm clincher tyres

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Five cool things coming soon from Bianchi, Santini, Cycology, SDG and Bontrager

Another smattering of snazzy gear we're testing at the moment, with reviews coming soon...

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Sidi release Giro edition Shot shoes

Thanks to Sidi you can now get Giro-themed cycling shoes to match your Maglia Rosa, and they're available to buy now from selected retailers

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