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Is Roval set to release tubeless Rapide CL wheelset?

There's no official comment from Specialized, but unfortunately, it doesn't look likely

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LeMond’s new Prolog e-bike has a March expected landing date for the UK

The new elegant e-bike from LeMond with integrated, clean lines throughout is not far away from UK customers

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Here are the spring 2021 highlights from Chrome Industries

Check out the best new clothing and bags from the urban riding specialists

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OTTO Bike Light with automatic smart lighting launched on Kickstarter

The OTTO bike light is claimed to work "auto-magically" with sensors that detect movement and light levels.

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6 cycling gadgets from CES 2021

The Consumer Electronics Show has gone online this year; some of the products look incredibly helpful, others look weird and wacky

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Five cool things coming soon from Kona, Wahoo, Chapeau, Galibier and Ruzer

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

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Muscles zapped for performance gains in new AI shorts by Inpulse

The British start-up has designed shorts with hidden wires that use electrical impulses to stimulate cyclists’ muscles while riding.

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Lazer focuses on ventilation and safety with new Sphere helmet

The Lazer Sphere is claimed to be “one of the safest road helmets on the market,” getting a five-star Virginia Tech safety rating

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Amp Human offers skin-applied bicarb to support training

Lotion is designed to allow hard training and fast recovery while avoiding gastric issues

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Five cool things coming soon from Santa Cruz, Giant, Lezyne, Spatzwear and Miss Grape

We're back with a bang in 2021, featuring an exciting selection of gear and clothing that we're testing at the moment with full reviews coming soon...

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THM launches ‘world’s lightest’ power meter crankset at just 320g

Power meter internals from Sensitivus adds just 27g to this ultra lightweight crankset

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Five cool things coming soon from Oakley, Santini, Spatzwear, Avrox and Baggicase

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

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road.cc’s top 10 tech stories of 2020

Check out the most-read road.cc stories of the past 12 months, including the biggest bike launches and some unexpected entries

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Canyon refines Commuter range for 2021 with seven new models

The updated design of Canyon’s urban bike has smoother aesthetics and greater compatibility for commuting needs

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Five cool things coming soon from Giro, Ratio Technology, Megmeister, author Simon Warren and Sealskinz

Check out the latest gear and clothing that we're testing at the moment, with full reviews coming soon...

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RGT Cycling: you can now create your own race format

Free-to-use virtual cycling platform unveils new Racing Parameters function

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Pressure drop – Cinelli launches Pressure aero road bike for 2021

New model comes with disc brakes and fully internal cables, and it looks pretty tidy!

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Storck introduces 5.9kg limited edition Aernario.2 road bike

Just 25 will be made to mark the German company's 25th anniversary

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Bianchi reveals Arcadex gravel bike

Italian brand says the new model is aero optimised and has clearance for 650Bx47 tyres

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Full Speed Ahead and Vision launch 2021 range, including a chainset with 145mm cranks

Other highlights in the line-up are 629 euro Vision Metron TFE carbon extensions for time trials and narrower FSA Energy alloy handlebars

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Five cool things coming soon from Giant, Surly, dhb, Sealskinz and Oxford Products

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

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Tailfin increases versatility with modularly designed Cargo Cage

Two sizes are available, and it comes with a load chip that can be added and removed to boost its range of uses

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Parcours Alta gravel wheelset now offered in a 650b option

The 1,360g build promises to “liven up your next gravel adventure” with its increased versatility

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The Shift Smart Trainer, that allows Peloton owners to use Zwift, launches on Kickstarter

Costing £199, the creators of this smart device claim it will provide the flexibility to move seamlessly between Peloton classes and the virtual roads of Zwift

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Five cool things coming soon from Specialized, Fizik, SKS, Lusso and La Passione

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

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Rondo increases versatility of Ruut gravel range with 2x models

The Ruut off-road adventurer, the CF2, and the road to gravel all-rounder, the AL1, now have a greater gear selection to complement the adjustable fork design.

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Rapha partner with Canyon for limited edition Ultimate CF Disc

There are just 250 units being produced of this special Canyon Ultimate, with only sizes from M to 2XL remaining

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Specialized releases 2kg Hotwalk Carbon “ultimate” kids’ balance bike

“The ultimate first bike” gets a Fact 9r carbon frame, fits kids up to 88cm tall and costs £999. Oh and it has carbon wheels.

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Speeco causes a stir: new aero optimised road handlebars with forearm rest launched

These radically-shaped bars are currently UCI legal... do you think they should be?

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TorchONE helmet with a removable 360-degree light launched on Kickstarter

The new fully water resistant helmet promises improved year-round versatility compared to the brand’s previously popular T1 and T2 series

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