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Crankbrothers make Highline dropper for gravel bikes

Slimmer and shorter versions of the post come with new drop bar remote

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Five cool things coming soon from Northwave, Look, Lezyne, Water-to-Go and Abus

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

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Premium pump collaboration from Rapha and Silca boasts a classy design with a £162 price tag

The frame pump and mini pump get an all-aluminium construction

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Are these 30g pedals the lightest ever made? AeroLite Alpha TT-Ceramic pedals are for the weightweenies

Details are a little scarce but we think they might be the lightest pedals in the world

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Help clean up the ocean and stay spotless with RideGuard’s new gravel guards

RideGuard launch eco-friendly low-profile gravel mudguards with a universal fitting to keep you clean while supporting the company’s mission for cleaner oceans

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Bianchi unveils Specialissima CV Disc road bike

Lightweight race bike features internal cable routing and tubes shaped to reduce drag

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Chris Froome and Sam Bennett racing in new Oakley eyewear at Vuelta a España

The pics were first shared by Sam Bennett and appear to show a bold new look from Oakley that is sure to split opinion.

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Specialized Aethos Pro and Expert models announced with 699g frame weight

Two Shimano Ultegra Di2 models and one SRAM Force eTap AXS model come with a 114g heavier Fact 10r carbon frame

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Ratio has a nifty way to add an extra shift to your 1×11 SRAM mechanical groupset

UK start-up Ratio says its £49.50 conversion kit will turn SRAM mechanical 1x11 shifters into 1x12

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Is this e-bike subscription model the future? Soundcloud founders raise £15 million for Dance, an all-inclusive “frictionless” e-bike service

Dance subscribers will get a fully assembled "state-of-the-art" e-bike delivered to their doorstep, with maintenance and insurance included for a rolling subscription fee

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Assos releases 2021 Equipe RS winter range based around a £575 jacket

Assos claims that the new kit is a “new benchmark in breathability and weatherproof protection”

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Hunt introduces 42mm deep Limitless gravel wheel with the promise of “maximum aerodynamic benefit”

Wheel is 36mm wide and sits alongside existing aero road wheel

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Video: Inflatable e-bike (okay, moped) intended as affordable last mile transport option

Inventors believe “Poimo” could prove more cost effective than other micro-mobility options

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News Decathlon revive 9.5 Titane road bike for gravel and call it the GRVL Ti 900 has been updated. Decathlon revive 9.5 Titane road bike for gravel and call it th GRVL Ti 900

New Ti gravel bike teased from big brand known for reasonable prices

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Fizik releases new top-end road cycling shoes – Vento Infinito Carbon 2 and Infinito Knit Carbon 2 getting a lighter outsole

The flagship shoes still cost £329.99 and £369.99 respectively

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Newton-Rider claims its foldable semi-soft helmet is world’s thinnest

It’s claimed to be just 16mm thick and folds down for easy storage

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Decathlon’s Van Rysel unveil new £1,700 carbon fibre gravel bike, the EDR CF GRX

New gravel bike gets full carbon frame and fork with Shimano GRX groupset

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Arenberg launches RH-1 road helmet with integrated 4K camera on Kickstarter

Backers can get a helmet for £215 in March 2021

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Rapha updates Classic Winter Jacket with Gore-Tex Infinium Windstopper fabric

Rapha claims that the jacket “will help you enjoy winter rides rather than simply enduring them”

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Five cool things coming soon from Campagnolo, Scott, Liv, Fidlock and Koo

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

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Le Col Pro Rain Jacket claims to be “the ultimate rain jacket” with total waterproofing and a close fit

Coming in orange or black and costing £240 the new jacket is claimed to be “form fitting, waterproof and breathable”

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Video: Specialized Aethos First Ride Review – How does the world’s lightest disc-brake road bike ride?

We headed to a sunny Solihull for a quick spin on the Specialized Aethos. This hyper-light disc-brake road bike is stunningly quick.

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Specialized releases Aethos: “the lightest disc brake road bike ever”

New model is built around a 588g frame with complete bikes from 5.9kg – but it’s all about the ride quality, says Specialized

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Van Rysel releases £3,799.99 Dura-Ace carbon endurance bike

EDR 940 CF is claimed to be fast, lightweight and comfy too

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Could this be the new Shimano Dura-Ace groupset

Spotted on Remco Evenepoel's Instagram, could Shimano have finally gone wireless for a new Dura-Ace groupset

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Canyon unveils 2021 Aeroad 065 road bike

New aero road bike range developed with Swiss Side features three different disc brake-only framesets and clever innovation

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Video first ride review: Canyon Aeroad CFR Di2

New aero road bike is fast and fun while boasting some innovative features

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Supersapiens app promises easier energy management for athletes via blood glucose tracking

The device claims to help you to fuel without spikes and troughs in energy through blood glucose monitoring. Pro teams like Ineos are already using it.

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Five cool things coming soon from Wilier, Wahoo, Aftershockz, Evoc and FFWD

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

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Rapha + Palace EF Pro Cycling kit on sale from Friday

Jerseys, bibshorts and helmets plus off-bike collection available in strictly limited quantities with priority given to Rapha Cycling Club members

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