Tech

Hunt Wheels to broadcast live wind tunnel testing on social media

Today from 1pm, the British wheel brand will give us an unprecedented insight into tunnel testing, where they will be aiming to refine the aerodynamics of a new disc wheelset

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Boardman’s new Urb and ASR commuter bikes now shipping out

The flat-bar Urb commuter plus the sturdy ASR steel winter steed first shown at the NEC Cycle Show can now be picked up from £699.99 and £849.99 respectively

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Sneak peek: Vielo V+1 Road Plus bike

New British brand's first model is designed for everything from tarmac to gravel and off-road tracks

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Cycling app of the week: Lifesum

The new year has arrived, and our bellies are resting on our top tubes after a period of festive over-indulgence here at road.cc. Enter Lifesum, a handy and extensive meal/activity planner to help lose those excess pounds…

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Wahoo release Tickr Fit heart rate armband

Wahoo have added a new wearable to their range, a heart rate monitor that wraps around your arm with no need for a chest strap

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Team Sky reveals new look for Pinarello Dogma F10

Race bike is updated for 2018

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Just in: DT Swiss PRC 1400 Spline 65 wheels

Revamped aero race wheels have arrived for review

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First Look: Vitus Substance V2 Apex

Brand new adventure bike is built around a steel frame and packs in a lot of value

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2017’s biggest cycling tech news: more cool stuff than you can shake a custom carbon system integrated stick at!

Check out the 10 most popular bike and component stories of the last 12 months

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First Look: Shimano Dura-Ace R9100-P power meter

New chainset-based system arrives for test at road.cc

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Sneak peek: Vitus ZX1 road bike

Classic race bike name is revived for new disc-equipped model with aerodynamic features

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Cycling app of the week: Santa Bicycle Rider Xmas Special

Yep, you read that right: help Santa to deliver presents around a neighbourhood by bike. Merry Christmas!

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Five cool things coming soon from Gore, Reynolds, Pedal Plate, Scott and SilverLabel

A preview of gear we've got on test at the moment, with reviews coming in shortly...

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First Look video: Mason Definition2

Jack takes a closer look at the new Definition2 from Mason, and gives his early impressions of this high-end aluminium road machine after a first ride…

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11 things we’ve learned this week

11 bike-related things we've learned this week...

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Cycling app of the week: Chain Length Calculator

Haven't guessed what this handy app does yet? Let us explain more just in case...

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Campagnolo release new performance clothing range

The Italian component maestros have branched out further into apparel, offering an extensive line of "performance technical wear"

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Five cool things coming soon from Xplova, ArroWhere, Garmin, TaoTronics and Giro

A selection of kit, gizmos and tools that are currently out with our reviewers

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Cycling app of the week: TravelSafely App

This app can warn drivers of cyclists' presence and vice versa, and is currently being beta tested in the US

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Pirelli launch online shop for their new tyres and announce Castelli kit collaboration

Pirelli are now selling the P Zero Velo tyre range on their own web shop, and have also announced that new kit in partnership with Castelli and MTB tyres are imminent

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Cycling app of the week: GoPro Quik

Want a quick snapshot of an epic ride from your GoPro? This app takes away the hard work if your editing skills leave a lot to be desired...

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Culprit Bicycles crowdfunding for stem that hides Di2 junction box and Sram eTap BlipBox

The stem hides the electronics from all the big three groupset manufacturers, and Culprit are promising a 3 watt saving over using a regular stem with wires exposed

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Five cool things coming soon from Light and Motion, Cane Creek, Barbour, Sportful and Trek

A sneak peek at some of the latest kit, components and bikes that have passed through road.cc Towers and onto our intrepid team of testers

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Order a bike repair to the kerb – just like a takeaway

Hit up the app - and have your mechanic by your side in as little as 15 minutes

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Five cool things coming soon from Lezyne, Tacx, Cube, Minoura and Vittoria

A first look at the latest new kit we've had in, with reviews landing on the site shortly

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Pinarello unveil Nytro electric road bike

The Italian brand are calling the Nytro an 'eRoad' bike, designed to feel the same as a high-end race machine but with assistance when you need it

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Zwift users unhappy over price increase from £7.99 to £12.99 a month

The online training app has put its price up by 62%, but freezes charge for current users

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Cycling app of the week: MAPS.ME

Ths superior mapping app allows you to create stop-off points, is highly detailed and one of the best you can get for cycling

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Cycliq launch new Fly12 CE and Fly6 CE light/camera combos

The Kickstarter-born Fly12 and Fly6 lights with built-in HD cameras are now lighter, slimmer and have ANT+ connectivity so you can control them via your Garmin

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