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New Campagnolo patent applications reveal wireless derailleurs

Each derailleur will have its own SRAM-style clip-on battery rather than a Shimano-esque central battery to power both

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Tailfin shows off its new top tube pack

New pack comes in five sizes and can fit a range of bikes

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Forget about folders… the Pop-Cycle’s sliding frame aims to revolutionise the compact bike genre

The Pop-Cycle has a unique sliding frame design that reduces its size by about a third, a claimed world first. Could it take on the mighty folder as the ultimate space-saving commuter bike?

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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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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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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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Redshift Arclight PRO SPD pedals get built-in rechargeable lights

Redshift brings SPD compatibility and 360-degrees of visibility with its new, Arclight Pro pedals

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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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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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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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Bianchi defends handlebar safety despite Arkéa-Samsic pro breaking two during cobbled race

Italian brand says safety of its integrated aero handlebar isn't in question, it's just what can happen when you crash hard

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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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Campagnolo launches “Formula 1 version” of its road wheelsets – the 1,240g Hyperon Ultra

They might not excel in one category alone, but the brand says they are the perfect balance of lightness, handling and reactivity

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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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Specialized launches new Recon gravel shoes – with a wide fit option

The new gravel shoes boast performance gains and walkability

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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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Liv and Giant expand their e-mtb ranges with new Embolden E+ and Stance E+ models

The new full-suspension electric mountain bikes come with more travel and more powerful motors

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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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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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Have you ever seen a crazier time trial helmet than this?

Uno-X Pro Cycling Team rode the Paris-Nice team time trial in Star Wars-esque Sweet Protection Redeemer 2Vi Mips helmet. Is it really “a new benchmark in aerodynamics”?

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Five smart cycling glasses — offering you rear-view mirrors, live performance data and more

Who knew a pair of cycling glasses can do so much?! This week’s five cool things are all specs, from HindSight, TriEye, POC, Koo and Engo

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Have bike tech wars turned cycling into Formula 1? Some pros think so, plus more tech news from Shimano, Zwift, Le Col, Dahon, Fairlight + more

We have champagne-coloured shoes, some very cool shades, new commuting clobber, and an update to one of our favourite all-rounders

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Continental unveils the “strongest” and “fastest” ever Grand Prix 5000 tyre models

There is a new GP5000 for all-season riding and some serious, fast racing

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Will Shimano CUES ease future bike industry supply chain dilemmas? Unified groupsets will “reduce inventory needs and simplifies the servicing process” says components giant

As the world's largest bike component manufacturer announces a wide-ranging simplification of its product range, it's been suggested that this could be beneficial if another pandemic-style rush for all things bike happens again

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