Tech

On-the-fly tyre pressure adjustment appears on Dwars door Vlaanderen cobbles

Jumbo-Visma rider uses Gravaa KAPS technology with a pump integrated into the hub; will we also see it in the Tour of Flanders and Paris-Roubaix?

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What’s going on with that seat tube? Specialized unveils radical “Compliance Junction” on new Sirrus Carbon

Innovative frame design for urban and gravel riding is intended to provide ‘flex and forgiveness’ without affecting efficiency

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Shimano is working on a direct mount derailleur

Is Shimano already bringing the heat on SRAM?

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Cannondale adds Topstone LAB71 to the premium bike range

The first LAB71 gravel bike gets special carbon layup that shaves off 160g

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Back to the future? Road bike friction shifters you can mix and match and adjustable SPD-style pedals unveiled by Japanese component manufacturer

Growtac has developed the EQUAL shifter system that is compatible with a whole host of groupsets and mechs, allowing you to shift between two and 13 gears and even add in a dropper post

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Do we really need steering on the turbo? Five cool things coming soon from Wahoo, Giant, BMC, BTwin, and Bell

We've got a right mixed back of cool things this week to steer you into spring

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Secret new tech! Garmin set to release solar-powered Edge 540 and 840 bike computers

Has online retailer accidentally revealed next-generation Garmin Edge computers featuring trickledown tech for improved battery life?

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Bryton takes on Garmin with new Gardia R300L bike radar + more tech news from Wattbike, Assos, Goodyear, Scott, Pirelli, Van Rysel, Muc-Off, Reilly, and more

Find out about the invention that reunited a rider with their stolen bike, £440 shoes, and a chainring in the shape of the Batman logo. No, really

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Canyon updates the Neuron “do-it-all mountain bike”

Thoroughly refreshed trail bike is faster and more capable

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Giant Trance X Advanced E+ and Liv Intrigue X Advanced E+ get an update

Both the unisex and women-specific e-bike models get Elite added to their name and shave off weight and add performance

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Is this budget electronic groupset a Shimano and SRAM killer? L-Twoo of China launches new semi-wireless eRX groupset

The new semi-wireless electronic groupset is priced between 500-650USD approximately minus a cassette and chain, and seems to resemble Shimano Di2 a lot

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SRAM unveils next generation direct mount 1x drivetrains and brakes

The launch means direct mount derailleurs and Stealth brakes hit the market

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Scicon questions Astana Qazaqstan’s ethics as sponsor walks out over Mark Cavendish Oakley dispute

"It is unfortunate that individual riders can compromise sponsorship agreements"

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Get your bike serviced by… Kwik Fit? Car servicing company steps into cycling

Kwik Fit announced it will be partnering with bike repair providers Fettle, initially with focus on supporting fleets using e-bikes and cargo bikes

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Five essential things for bike and kit maintenance from Silca, Muc-Off, DK Sonic and Black Mamba

From ultrasonic cleaners to chain wax and cleaning products for your helmet and clothes, this week's five cool things is all about maintenance

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Want to show off speed and power stats on your cycling videos? With this app you can + tech news from Castelli, Factor, Supersapiens, 7Mesh and more

Hottest cycling tech news from Streiv, Fizik, Supersapiens, Classified, Castelli, Factor and more

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Giant says Revolt cracking issue is simply down to paint… but it’ll replace frames free of charge

Cracks at the top of the seat tube are cosmetic, says Giant, and there's no reason to stop riding while a replacement is organised

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Cube launches four new e-bikes equipped with an ABS

The ABS configurations vary across the range of bikes, offering safer braking performance

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Hyena releases a new lightweight 3.2kg e-bike drivetrain system

This lightweight system features a 1.4kg hub motor, a slim 250Wh battery and torque sensor

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“That’s not normal”: Arkéa-Samsic pro breaks TWO sets of Bianchi handlebars during cobbled race

Poor Hugo Hofstetter’s chances of winning a chaotic edition of the GP de Denain were derailed by crashes and some flimsy bars – just as his Bianchi Oltre RC was awarded the ‘Best Race Bike’ title at the CyclingWorld Europe awards…

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Yes, Pinarello’s new Nytro really is electric. Road and gravel range includes “the lightest pedal-assisted, mid-drive bike on the market”

Stealthy new range uses TQ’s HPR50 motor to provide up to 300 watts of silent power. Would you be tempted to make the switch?

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Check out the Colnago V4Rs Tadej Pogacar rode to Paris-Nice victory

Take a look at the bike that has been in the headlines, first because of claims it wasn’t fast, then for being ridden to a major win

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Exclusive! Campagnolo is definitely going wireless and ditching thumb levers… and these pictures prove it

Italian brand set to launch updated Super Record with wireless shifting. Check out the new levers here

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Canyon Grizl goes retro

Canyon pays homage to the 90s with the Grizl CF SL 7 Throwback

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Endura designs “world’s most graphic cycle helmets” featuring CAT scans of cyclists’ brain injuries to encourage helmet wearing

Coinciding with Brain Awareness Week, Endura will auction the four helmets for The Brain Charity, with the cyclewear brand hoping to "encourage the entire cycling community" to wear helmets

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Five cool things for time off the bike: a bike bag that claims to pass as a suitcase, books, headphones + fresh socks

This week's five cool things cover your time off the bike in the form of books, travel and music! And a pair of socks...

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How often do you puncture? Muc-Off says every 8 months is average. Plus new Hunt x Classified wheels, new Lotus bike coming in 2024, Jack Wolfskin goes bikepacking + more

The bike tech world never sleeps and this week has again been filled with new and improved designs and innovations from a range of diverse brands

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Tom Boonen apologises to Colnago for claiming Tadej Pogačar is on a slower bike than rivals

"It breaks my heart that my words were poorly chosen"

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road.cc Recommends Spring Special: 27 great new products added from Specialized, Scott, Ribble, Mason + more

Check out the bikes, components, accessories and clothing that has really, really impressed our reviewers over the past few weeks

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Colnago invites Tom Boonen for test ride after “unsubstantiated” Tadej Pogačar bike comments

The iconic Italian brand also challenged former pro Dirk De Wolf’s claim that the double Tour de France winner would be “another 2km/h faster” on a rival bike

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