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Video: The new e-SILEX – e-discover the path unknown

A beautifully shot video shows Merida's new e-SILEX in all its glory

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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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Merida launches 2021 road e-bike range

Range comprises the eSCULTURA, eSPEEDER and eSILEX

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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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Halo launches new gravel tyre line for 2021 – Three new road, gravel and adventure tyres.

New tyre range covers all drop-bar bases

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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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AbsoluteBlack unveils pliable hot melt chain wax lubricant

Called the GRAPHENwax, AbsoluteBlack says the formula is quiet, clean and doesn’t flake

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Fulcrum’s new Speed 40 and 55 CMPTZN DB wheels promise savings of 3.5 watts with improved rolling resistance

The new disc-brake models now share the stealth black graphics of the Racing Zero CMPTZN family

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Five cool things coming soon from Van Nicholas, Rapha + Bang & Olufsen, Castelli, Pirelli and Sportful

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

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Muc-Off launches new Stealth Tubeless Puncture Plug kit

A tubeless repair solution that hides in your bar ends

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Oakley launch new Sutro Lite Frame with increased field of view

The new pared-down version of Oakley’s popular Sutro frame is aimed at riders who like a sleek design

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Five cool things coming soon from Castelli, Genesis (new Croix de Fer), WaterField, Gore and Wizard Works

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

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Mason Cycles launch new Condenser rack for off-road adventures

Bears 8kg of load and fits to brands Hotshoe fork

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Adidas re-enters road cycling footwear after 15 years with new laced Road Shoe

The iconic three-stripe design is reflective for riding in low-light conditions

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LOOK unveils its new 765 GRAVEL range for 2021

Including a new e-bike and more accessible model for those on a budget

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BMC unveils incredibly expensive €10,000 Masterpiece frameset

"This is art that brings you into the tapestry. It’s an investment and an experience.” We take a look at the most expensive frameset we've ever seen

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Tout Terrain unveil the Scrambler Xplore GT II – A gravel bike with a Pinion gearbox

A Pinion gearbox on a gravel bike anyone?

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Cinelli re-orientates 2021 Zydeco performance gravel bike for bikepacking

Italian brand adds versatility for road roaming and touring as well as urban/commuting use

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