Tech

Bontrager’s new Aeolus XXX wheels offer “best-in-class aerodynamics”

Range is also said to provide improved stability and new braking technology

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Shimano unveils 105 R7000 groupset – new disc brakes but no Di2

Updated mid-level groupset now contains disc brakes and wider cassette options and borrows looks from Dura-Ace and Ultegra

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Shimano reveals Ultegra RX chain stabilising rear derailleur

New clutch-type design – aimed at adventure, gravel and cyclocross as well as road – controls drivetrain over rough surfaces

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Five cool things coming soon from Smith, Monton, CES Sport, Muc-Off and Birzman

More cycling swag our reviewers are rating at the moment...

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Quick look: Reilly Gradient 2018

Gravel/adventure bike now has flat mount disc brakes and greater clearance than before, and news of a sub-600g road bike

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Ordnance Survey launch cycling-specific GPS devices

The mapping agency have launched four handheld units in total, with the Velo and Horizon models both including bike mounts

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Shimano patents reveal wireless shifting and copper disc rotors could be on the way

Newly published designs could give a glimpse of future technology

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Updated: X-ray trucks to detect motors in Classics and Grand Tours

UCI announces new measures to combat mechanical doping

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Video first look: Giant Propel Advanced Disc

Aero road bike has been redesigned with disc brakes

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Five cool things coming soon from Pinnacle, Fizik, Cateye, Attacus and Bontrager

Another fine selection of cycling swag that's out with road.cc’s test team at the moment, with reviews coming soon

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road.cc recap: our ten favourite stories this week

Some of our highlights from this week on two wheels...

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First ride: Canyon Grail

Brand new gravel/adventure bike offers a smooth ride and climbs beautifully

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Canyon launches radical Grail gravel bike

Double-decker Hover handlebar is designed to offer comfort and control

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Five cool things coming soon from Orbea, Cycliq, CycleOps, Blackburn and Pearl Izumi

Some more bikes, kit and gadgets getting the road.cc ridearound before our verdicts are delivered...

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Ekoi release new R4 road shoes

The new kicks from our favourite quirky French brand come in black or white, and are said to be super light while offering "unbeatable power transfer"

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road.cc recap: our ten favourite stories this week

The stories that have piqued our interest the most this week on road.cc...

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Endura launches Drag2Zero collection, including a £430 skinsuit

The Scottish brand have been hard at work in the wind tunnel with aerodynamics guru Simon Smart, and say they've created "the world's most advanced aero clothing and helmet"

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Gravel clothing is a thing now… Rapha release Explore apparel collection

Rapha's new Explore collection includes bib shorts with pockets, and it comes hot on the heels of the new Aussie Grit brand founded by F1 star Mark Webber

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First Look: J.Guillem Orient + video

A titanium all-road bike that's designed to be versatile and rugged

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Five cool things coming soon from Gore, Pearl Izumi, MET, Pedal ED and Ribble

More cool kit we're trying out at the moment come rain, shine or snow...

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12 components/accessories we’re excited about using this year

Brand new products from Shimano, Kask, Specialized, Bont, Hunt, Hammerhead and more

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Shimano unveils S-Phyre eyewear

Glasses are added to the premium range for the first time

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New stuff from Shimano, Genesis (Volare Disc + updated Croix de Fer), Cycliq and more

New Shimano eyewear, bags and gravel shoes + check out the latest products from Pearl Izumi, Trelock and Madison too

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Five cool things coming soon from Raleigh, Kitbrix, Knog, Lezyne and Selle San Marco

A smorgasbord of cycling schwag previews before the road.cc verdicts are delivered...

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Madison reveals new turbo-specific clothing

The UK brand have come up with a jersey and shorts specifically designed for use on a turbo trainer, with an anti-bacterial coating and no extra prints or pockets to keep the weight right down...

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11 things we’ve learned this week

Some more facts, figures and lessons we've learned from another week on two wheels...

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First Look video: Fairlight Strael 2

Dave has a closer look at the second incarnation of this steel machine, that was one of our favourite bikes of 2017 the first time around...

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Five cool things coming soon from Proviz, Genuine Innovations, Tern, Catlike and Hydroflask

More kit, tech and accessories that have particularly piqued our interest this week before the road.cc verdicts are delivered

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Stanforth team up with Sean Conway for signature touring bike

Britain's most beloved bearded two-wheeled adventurer has collaborated with Stanforth Bikes to create this steel touring machine, optimised for adventurous rides at pace...

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BikeLIVE Cannock – Come and test ride a huge range of bikes from Canyon, Giant, Vitus, Liv, Cube and many more at our demo day

BikeLIVE from the brand behind road.cc is back for 2018 offering you the chance to test ride a huge range of bikes both on and off-road

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