Tech

Sonder updates Camino gravel bike with slacker head tube angle and internal routing for dropper post

Every size of the new aluminum or titanium framed bike has been tuned for a 50mm stem so every rider gets direct and responsive steering

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The stache water bottle can transform from 550ml to 750ml capacity with modular attachments

Now live on Kickstarter, you can also add attachments to the bottle to fit ride essentials such as tools and nutrition

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Sherlock Plus GPS anti-theft bike tracker now upgraded with 4G capability

Tucked away into the bar end, the device has a claimed battery life of eight weeks and provides real time tracking across the world

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Garmin launches rugged Instinct 2 series of smartwatches with ‘unlimited battery life’ added

New Solar model boasts ‘unlimited battery life’ in certain conditions, and also now includes Garmin Pay for payments on the go

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SRAM releases new wireless eTap AXS Blips for shifting anywhere on your bars

New thumb-sized shifting buttons are compatible with 12-speed eTap AXS and can be installed in multiple positions thanks to the wireless design

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Five cool things coming soon from Cube, Brompton, Proviz, Polaris and Nothing Tech.

More of the best bits we're testing right now, with full reviews coming soon

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Time to change The Rules? Tilting your saddle nose down by eight degrees is more efficient in seated-uphill efforts, researchers find

Researchers found eight degrees of downward tilt improved gross efficiency by average of 1.4%, benefiting recreational riders as well as pros

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Rapha teases this year’s upcoming kit releases and events – check out the highlights

Here’s a sneak peak at Rapha’s on-the-way 2022 kit releases across its Pro Team, Explore, Brevet and Special Edition ranges

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Could this ‘fibre-welding’ technology be a game changer for sustainable cycling performance kit?

US biotech manufacturer Natural Fiber Welding claims that its Clarus technology gives a “synthetic-like performance but from 100% natural sources”

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Pinarello launches new Dogma F MyWay customisation portal with up to 5,000 possible finishes

A mono, faded or cut graphic layout can be chosen, and there’s 27 different colour options too

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Play the cycling version of the popular word game Wordle

How well do you know the surnames of past and present pro cyclists?

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Cotic unveils Cascade adventure bike designed for versatility

New Reynolds 853 steel-framed model is intended for everything from gravel blasts to multi-day bikepacking expeditions

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Five cool things coming soon from Shimano, Deda, Chapeau, Mojawa and Shapeheart

Find out about the latest and coolest gear we have on test right now, with full reports on the way…

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Zwift builds on Black Celebration Series as it heads into its second year

In-game events, workouts and podcasts are being organised for you to support and participate in alongside Zwift’s internal education programs and social impact initiatives

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Updated: Specialized confirms direct-to-consumer bike delivery is free

...although you'll need to pay if you'd like a technician to deliver your bike and ensure it's set up properly

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Rapha launches Seeing Sound clothing collection plus matching special edition Cannondale SuperSix EVO SE with Lachlan Morton

On his alternative calendar of long-distance events, EF Education-EasyPost’s Morton turns to music for motivation, with this collection inspired by "visual representations of sound"

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This stunning Cervélo R3 is currently being raffled off in aid of The Pace Centre and Movember

A £10 donation to either Movember or The Pace Centre will get you one raffle ticket to be in for a chance of winning this bike painted by Chris Hall of Zero Lemon and Gun Control

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Here’s how to make a DIY VO2 max tester for use with Zwift and Strava for only £130

If you’re into DIY, Instructables has designed a device you can build to use for continuous VO2 readings instead of your heart rate on Zwift

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Rapha and EF Education unveil men’s and women’s team kits – is this the best 2022 design?

What do you think of EF’s modern take on the traditional Argyle pattern?

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Bryton launches new Rider S500 performance cycle computer

New Rider S500 from Bryton sits around the £250 mark: can it rival the Wahoo Elment Bolt or Garmin’s Edge 530?

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Five cool things coming soon from Wahoo, Tyre Glider, Sealskinz, Lezyne and Lusso

More of the best bits we're testing right now, with full reviews coming soon

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Stages will retrofit a power meter to your existing cranks

If supply chain issues are hampering your search for a power meter, here’s a new – and cheap – solution

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Swiss Side says new Gravon aero gravel wheels offer “up to 5W aero drag savings”

Wheel brand also offers insight into the importance of aerodynamics in gravel riding and reveals the tyre widths and treads that'll reduce drag

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Canyon launches all-new Endurace CF and updates AL model

Starting at £1,399 for the aluminium model and £1,949 for the carbon version, Canyon’s endurance road bike comes with a new “stiffer, more precise fork” while staying affordable

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SRAM acquires GPS computer brand Hammerhead

Component giant jumps into cycle computer market with latest addition to portfolio

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Here’s why the bike shortage isn’t going away any time soon

China’s omicron lockdown measures along with ever-prevalent imbalances in the shipping container chain are not good news for seeing the end of supply chain issues

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Brompton drops its ‘lightest bike ever’: new 7.45kg titanium version of iconic folding bike revealed

A new steel-armoured carbon seatpost is specced for its low weight and ability to withstand daily use on a folding bike

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Apeman promises “all in one cycling safety solution” with new Seeker action camera featuring ‘rearview e-mirror’

The e-mirror is designed to keep you informed on any incoming vehicles from behind, “allowing you to safely change between lanes without worry” says Apeman

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Cannondale revamps Synapse road bike with intelligent SmartSense tech for ‘reducing distractions and increasing awareness’

With its centralised system and single power source, 'SmartSense' features a lighting and traffic detection system, and comes fitted as standard on the new Synapse

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Garmin brings out two new smartwatches – the Fenix 7 and Epix – with new Real-Time Stamina feature

Real-Time Stamina is said to “learn from you”, giving you a live estimate of how you’re exerting energy during a ride for better judging your effort

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