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Mips says new Finite Element Analysis will “significantly increase safety while reducing the cost to helmet brands”

New “uses state-of-the-art computer science to replicate and predict the response in helmet testing as well as in real-life impacts”

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Brompton launches stylish City Apparel AW20 Collection with Endura

The London folding bike brand has collaborated with the performance clothing brand Endura to produce waterproof jackets, gilets and gloves

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Lezyne adds Alert braking signal technology to rear lights – the latest brake light for bikes

Lezyne claims that Alert will warn motorists and other cyclists that you are slowing down. But will it work for you?

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Check out the new copper-anodised Brooks Cambium C17 saddle

The new option boasts a classic Brooks aesthetic with promises of comfort on long rides. There are matching grips too

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Boardman updates ADV 9.0 Carbon bike for UK gravel adventures

New carbon gravel bike fits into Boardman’s premium 9 series, alongside the recently launched 9.2 and 9.6 Disc road bikes. Get all the details

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Wilier claims big aero savings for 2021 Filante SLR

Brand new disc brake-only road bike is lightweight, it's built with electronic groupsets, and is destined for the pro peloton. See what Wilier says here

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Apidura relaunch the Backcountry series of frame bags

New bags designed to fit modern geometry mountain bikes

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Five cool things coming soon from Le Col, Topeak, NoPinz, Swiss Side and Polaris Bikewear

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

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Video: Fairlight’s new Faran 2.0 adventure bike

Get all the details of the do-it-all steel bike straight from designer Dom Thomas

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Fizik launch updated Terra Argo, a new gravel specific saddle

Argo saddle adapted for off-road riding

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Apidura adds long top tube pack to successful Racing Series range

Tested in ultra-distance events this year, the new Long Top Tube Pack has already seen victory as part of Fiona Kolbinger’s set up at the Swiss Ultra Cycling Challenge

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Pro releases new range of premium tools

The updated collection from Shimano’s Pro brand promises “pinpoint accuracy and ease-of-use” for the home mechanic

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FFWD launch new road & gravel wheels with “better aerodynamics when using wider tyres”

RYOT55 is designed for aero efficiency on the road while RYOT33 all-rounder has the capacity to take 42mm tyres for “light gravel use”

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British brand idō launches inaugural indoor performance collection

Male and female cut jerseys and bib shorts have been designed specifically for the “demanding indoor environment”.

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Rapha unveil Explore Long Sleeve Pullover as a casual option for winter adventuring

New men’s and women’s designs are relaxed fit mid-layers for insulating and windproofing

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Endura updates popular Windchill clothing range

The Windchill Jacket II, Gilet II and Bibtights II are designed to be a “windproof shield preventing heat loss” on wintry roads

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New Vento Stabilita Carbon road shoe – power transfer redesigned, claims Fizik

New Vento Stabilita Carbon shoes get “Dynamic Arch Support 2.0” to eliminate lost watts

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Nukeproof’s Urchin range is here – brand releases kids specific components

Kid friendly components include grips, saddles, bars and more

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Salsa introduces the Journeyman 24

A fully kitted out gravel bike for kids

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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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