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11 things we’ve learned this week

It's been an action packed week on two wheels: here are 11 things we've learned...

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Chain Reaction Cycles’ Big Black Friday DealCatcher Takeover

It's that time of year! Strap in and let the deals wash over you! Endura, Shimano, Vitus, Zipp, Muc-Off, & more big brands feature

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Cycling App of the Week: MoveGB

This country-wide fitness initiative lets you pay weekly for a huge number activities at venues all over the UK, including spin classes and bike hire...

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Storck team up with Aston Martin for limited run of Fascenario.3 bikes

Just 107 of the super limited edition bikes will be produced, which was made with input from Aston Martin's bespoke division alongside the German bike manufacturer

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Zwift brings indoor cycling to the masses with launch of Group Workouts feature

The latest update will allow Zwifters to do structured sessions together no matter what their power output is... and we're even celebrating the launch with an exclusive road.cc group ride next week!

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Five cool things coming soon from Minoura, Infini, dhb, Shutt Velo Rapide and Fizik

A preview of gear we've got on test at the moment, with reviews coming in shortly...

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New look, new location: The Dealcatcher gets its own site – deals.road.cc

We're taking the Dealcatcher to the next level with its own website deals.road.cc the new home of cycling bargains on the web! Don't fret though, there'll still be plenty of Dealcatching action here on road.cc

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Everysight announce launch details for their Raptor Smartglasses

The AR smart shades with built-in GPS and a real-time viewable display will be available to pre-order from January 2018 at earlybird prices

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Ekoi unveil new winter clothing, with passing distance logo and emergency button included

Ekoi have struck again, this time including an emergency contact buzzer and distress alarm that they're including with all of their new winter kit options...

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Sports Direct moves into premium cycling retail through TRI UK

Mike Ashley's group plans to expand Yeovil-based business to another five sites

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Strava user’s evil clown avatar puts frighteners on rivals

Ross Meffen has amassed 1,300 KOMs throughout Scotland on the social network

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Five cool things coming soon from Dahon, Thule, dhb, Smith and Pirelli

A sneak peak at some of the latest and greatest gear we've got our hands on at the moment, with reviews coming soon...

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WiggleCRC confirms it has bought German e-commerce site Bike24

Combined business has turnover of £500 million

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New Kitnetik magnetic kit hanger funding on Kickstarter

The design aims to take the headache out of drying and storing your kit day-to-day, with strong magnets to attach it to a radiator

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WiggleCRC reportedly set to buy online German retailer Bike24

Deal worth £100 million would see group turnover approach half a billion pounds

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11 things we’ve learned this week

Here are 11 things we've learned this week on two wheels...

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World’s first helmet with laser projection launches

The Beacon Helmet beams laser-projected images, has indicators and even has built-in speakers: is this the ultimate urban lid?

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Mango Bikes ceases trading, seeks buyer – blames weak pound

Firm up for sale after being bought back by co-founder last month

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Five cool things coming soon from Endura, Deuter, Polaris, Nicnacpac and Specialized

A selection of products out for test via road.cc HQ this week, with full reviews coming soon...

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Video: Unboxing the Elite Direto smart trainer

This new smart trainer from Elite promises accurate metrics and smooth operation without the hug price tag. We take a peak before it goes off for testing...

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Ekoi release updated version of their Corsa Light Evo helmet

Ekoi claim their latest lid can be adjusted to perfectly fit almost anyone, even those with "unusually formed heads"...

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New Zealand’s Manta5 set to launch advanced hydrofoil e-bike

Motorised aquatic bike capable of 20km/h, there's a manual version too

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Five cool things coming soon from Wattbike, Giant, Sigma, Zipp and Karcher

A selection of products in for testing this week, with full reviews coming soon...

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Video: the new Merida Silex adventure bike

We take a look at the brand new Merida Silex and delve into the 1x debate once more with Merida's product manager Patrick Laprell...

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Cycling app of the week: BikeRoll mapping and route planning

A mapping website that works a treat on your phone and allows you to save routes and download the GPX files for future reference...

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Muc-off launches new Nanotube chain, promising 10 watt efficiency saving

The chain, as used by Chris Froome throughout his all-conquering 2017 season, is now available to the public

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Five cool products coming soon from dhb, Shimano, Bkool, Granite and Abus

A smorgasbord of swag that road.cc are reviewing at the moment...

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Video: Technogym MyCycling Smart Trainer unboxed

We unbox and hop on the MyCycling smart trainer from Technogym, an advanced machine with an extensive companion app for an immersive home training experience...

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Best Smart Trainer Black Friday Cycling Deals

If you're sick of training in the rain, take advantage of these huge Black Friday Bargains on smart trainers

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11 things we’ve learned this week

Triple everesting, more road safety woes and beard prejudice. Here are 11 things we've learned this week...

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