Tech

Cycling app of the week: Donkey Republic

This unusually-named app is a fresh take on bike sharing, allowing you to rent a bike for up to a fortnight in a growing number of locations worldwide...

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Trek collaborate with software company to research using AI for improved cycle safety

Trek are working with a Detroit-based Tome to develop technology that will alert drivers of a cyclists' presence and vice versa

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New Zealand’s Manta5 set to launch advanced hydrofoil e-bike

Motorised aquatic bike capable of 20km/h, there's a manual version too

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Time introduces Xpro road pedals

New models offer larger platform and better aerodynamics than existing designs

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Five cool things coming soon from Wattbike, Giant, Sigma, Zipp and Karcher

A selection of products in for testing this week, with full reviews coming soon...

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Video: the new Merida Silex adventure bike

We take a look at the brand new Merida Silex and delve into the 1x debate once more with Merida's product manager Patrick Laprell...

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Cycling app of the week: BikeRoll mapping and route planning

A mapping website that works a treat on your phone and allows you to save routes and download the GPX files for future reference...

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Muc-off launches new Nanotube chain, promising 10 watt efficiency saving

The chain, as used by Chris Froome throughout his all-conquering 2017 season, is now available to the public

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Five cool products coming soon from dhb, Shimano, Bkool, Granite and Abus

A smorgasbord of swag that road.cc are reviewing at the moment...

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Video: Technogym MyCycling Smart Trainer unboxed

We unbox and hop on the MyCycling smart trainer from Technogym, an advanced machine with an extensive companion app for an immersive home training experience...

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11 things we’ve learned this week

Triple everesting, more road safety woes and beard prejudice. Here are 11 things we've learned this week...

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Cycling App of the Week: Kappo! For those who find Strava too serious

A fun alternative to Strava, Kappo allows you to compete against an online community and earn rewards to top their leaderboard

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Forme unveil revamped bike range

The new bikes include the Flash aero road, Monsal 'grit' and Calver CX bikes, with sleek new branding, versatility and quality finishing kits throughout the range

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Exclusive video: Mason’s new Definition frame at the Cycle Show

We talk to Dom Mason about the new and improved 2018 Definition aluminium frame, which is now in its final production prototype form...

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Five cool products coming soon from Ritchey, Lezyne, Topeak, Xeccon and Overade

A preview of some new products the road.cc testers have their mitts on at the moment

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Video: Hunt launches new Carbon Wide Aero 36/50 wheels

New tech is intended to improve the tubeless experience

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Video: Dissent 133 launches three-layer glove system

Modular approach is intended to keep your hands warm and dry right through until next summer

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Cycle Show 2017 starring: Canyon, Kinesis, Boardman, Chris Froome’s Vuelta winning Pinarello + more

Heading to the Cycle Show this weekend? Here are a few stand out reasons to visit...

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Cycling app of the week: Beanhunter

What's a bike ride without a coffee stop? The Beanhunter app has a very comprehensive list of cafes worldwide, with user-submitted listings and reviews added constantly...

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Five cool products coming soon to road.cc from Topeak, Cygolite, Tannus, Deuter and Deda

Here are some highlights of the kit we're busy testing at the moment...

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Strava now has automatic uploads from selected indoor cycling studios

Does this change the way Strava will look and feel?

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Cycling app of the week: Wahoo Fitness

This fitness app by the indoor trainer and GPS specialists is designed to offer detailed functionality and a simple interface on your phone...

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Six of the best power meters we spotted at Eurobike

Starring Garmin, SRM, Stages, 4iiii, Quarq & Power2Max

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2018 wheels from Zipp, Fulcrum, Reynolds and loads more

Brand new models from DT Swiss, Lightweight, Hunt, Token, Miche...

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11 things we learned at Eurobike 2017

It's one of the world's biggest bike shows, and we spotted a lot of tech and trends that could potentially have big impacts on the bikes you ride in the future...

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Bkool release two new smart trainers

The new releases includes the radical-looking Smart Air, a direct drive trainer with a built-in power meter and a rocking system for more realistic pedalling

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11 of the most expensive bikes at Eurobike 2017

We can't afford them, but at least we can judge them and ogle. Without further ado, here are some of the priciest rides we spotted at Eurobike 2017...

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Eurobike 2017: time trial and triathlon bikes

Starring Pinarello, Cervelo, Bianchi, Argon 18, Scott, BMC, Colnago and loads more

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Cycling app of the week: what3words

Identify every 3x3m square patch of earth using a three word address - it's a unique and revolutionary idea that is quickly catching on, and one that has many uses for cycling...

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6 cool new products

Starring Shimano, Ridley, Met, Giro, Lake and Tange…

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