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CloseTheGap launches new HideMyBell computer mounts with louder bells

The bells for road and gravel bikes are a claimed 10 decibels louder than previously and can be used with your hands on the bars

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Castelli unveils Premio Black bibs made from woven body-mapped fabric

The goal? “To be the most comfortable performance short for your longest rides”, says Castelli

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Five cool things coming soon from dhb, Canyon, Vel, hydra tech pro and Wildcat

Some more of the best wheels, shoes and clothing that we're testing at the moment, with full reviews coming soon...

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Roval trickles down top-end Terra CLX gravel rims to more affordable CL model + launches new Rapide sprinters’ bars

Rapide handlebar is said to be “the lightest aero bar in its class at 225g” and is offset forward for sprinting

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SRAM radically redesigns cranks with specialist software and 3D printing

Prototype cranks are said to be twice as strong as ones developed and manufactured using traditional technique, and 20% lighter

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Rapha expands Explore clothing range with lightweight outer layers and stylish merino tee

Range is built to be durable and packable, suiting adventurers... and commuters too

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Check out ‘the lightest 3D printed pad saddle’, Bjorn’s 140g Setka

The lightweight Setka uses similar tech to Specialized's Mirror and Fizik's Adaptive models

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Vitus updates ZX-1 road bike “with a 45% reduction in drag”

New bike is also claimed to be lighter and stiffer while offering hidden cables at every price point

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Silca unveils £175 super-strong 3D-printed titanium computer mount

New Mensola is said to be up to 12 times stronger than a traditional mount while weighing as little as 27g... but it’ll cost you!

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Five cool things coming soon from Merida, Maap, Pirelli, Madison and Roka

Another great mix of bikes, gear and clothing that we're testing at the moment, with full reviews coming soon...

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Ratio Technology brings 12-speed to riders with 10- or 11-speed shifters and derailleurs with new kit

For under £100, the 1x12 Road Upgrade Kit promises to save you both the expense and weight of electronic shifting…

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Raleigh launches new tyres for iconic Chopper so owners can revive their retro rides

Have a classic Chopper and sick of searching the corners of the web for spare tyres? Raleigh has reintroduced Chopper-specific rubber so you can get back to doing some sick skids once more

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Pirelli launches 35g ‘superlight, reinforced and space-saving’ SmarTUBE inner tubes

The new inner tubes made of TPU claim to save up to 70% of the weight of a standard butyl tube…

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Ineos Grenadiers’ Tom Pidcock shares photo of possible new Princeton CarbonWorks wheels and Continental tyres

The wheels look set to be named the Peak 4550 and feature the same wavy design that landed them in trouble with SRAM

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3T adds e-bike models to Exploro RaceMax gravel line

3T has turned to a custom Mahle X35 hub motor system with a hidden down tube battery

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Time to bin the bike shorts for your commute? British startup says its “ideal” urban cycling chinos plug gap in the market

If your urban riding involves uncomfortable clothing, Fermain believes it has the functional and stylish trouser solution

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Specialized launches Jett kids bike with added adjustability

The amount of size adjustment on offer is intended to allow the bike to fit the child for longer

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Five cool things coming soon from Rapha, Gaerne, Roka, Repente and Galibier

Another exciting selection of gear and clothing that we're testing at the moment, with full reviews coming soon...

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On-the-go blood glucose tracking now available with new Supersapiens Garmin integration

Your blood glucose levels can now be monitored on your wrist as you exercise

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New Fovno-Tech sucker roof rack features electric air pump

N-Power design comes with a wireless alarm that will alert you if any of the suction cups lose air pressure

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“New standards in aero and speed”: Le Col partners with McLaren’s aerodynamicists for Project Aero collection

The new Aero Speedsuit is claimed to have tested 32 seconds faster than World Tour-leading speedsuits over 40km at 300W…

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Trek unveils updated Bontrager Circuit Road Cycling Shoes

These two- and three-bolt compatible shoes get a new sole and keep their proven Boa closure system

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road.cc Recommends updated with 11 exceptional new products from Scott, Specialized, Scribe, Prime + more

We’ve refreshed our selection of the best bikes and kit to cover April 2021. Find out which items have made the cut!

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Rapha unveils EF Education-NIPPO’s special Giro switch out kit and its ‘fastest ever TT aerosuit’

The new kaleidoscopic kit for the Giro d'Italia celebrates those from different backgrounds, says Rapha

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Oakley officially launches Kato sunglasses first spotted being worn by Chris Froome

The striking design had been spotted as far back as the 2020 Vuelta a Espana

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New Motion Labs reinvents sprocket for increased efficiency

The Enduo Evolve is said to enable a standard roller chain to transfer power on both sides of the sprocket tooth for improved performance

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Apidura releases new technical City Backpack with subtle looks

Although packed with useful technical features that aid riding comfort, this backpack doesn't draw attention to that fact that you arrived by bike…

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Incoming at the Giro: Canyon’s new Speedmax CFR TT Disc time trial bike

The frame with new UCI-legal tubing weighs just 1030g in a size medium…

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Five cool things coming soon from Pearl Izumi, Vel, Tifosi, Galibier and Primal

Another exciting selection of wheels, gear and clothing that we're testing at the moment, with full reviews coming soon...

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Casio launches G-Shock GSW-H1000 Smartwatch with Google Wear OS

The smartwatch features GPS, wrist-based heart rate and a customisable watch face

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