Tech

Met boasts its new wind tunnel is “the most advanced helmet development facility in the world”

The Tube is now a fully operational facility for testing helmets, bikes, rider positions, and aero equipment – so it might give Tadej Pogacar the edge he so badly needs

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Fizik’s new aero helmet, complete with ‘rear spoiler’ — plus fresh Castelli performance gear and new stuff from Boardman, Santini + Sportful

As the weather warms up, we're taking a closer look at some of the summer cycling clothing and helmets currently in for review

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What’s going on here, then? Winspace launches new T1600 aero road bike with extraordinary seatstay vents

Chinese brand is turning heads with its new T1600 aero bike, featuring distinctive D-shaped vents designed to cut turbulence and reduce drag

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Could e-bike battery repair become more widespread? Specialists Nowos attract €6m in funding

With European right to repair law on the horizon Dutch battery repair specialist are leading the way

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Tenways has launched ANOTHER e-bike – the AGO Air

Mid-motor step-through promises “sleek trekking delight”

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Can this AI-powered rear camera for cyclists spot danger before you do? Plus reaction to Fasten’s innovative Switch Wheel System, Factor launches new Monza road bike + more

All the hottest new tech from Factor, Hawkeye, Café du Cycliste, Fasten and Uno-X Mobility

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Silca sells out of new electric pumps instantly, after blaming Trump tariffs for just 100 being available in US

Brand "tried" making it in America but "it's not possible for less than $500", the Elettrico Micro and Elettrico Ultimate snapped up at $119 and $159 by fast-fingered buyers

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“The smartest, toughest 360° camera ever made”: Insta360 unveils new flagship X5 action camera that records your rides in 8k clarity

Bigger sensors, 8K footage, replaceable lenses, better low-light performance and more

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Could the Fasten Switch Wheel System revolutionise wheel design?

New system makes front and rear wheels interchangeable; disc rotor and cassette remain attached to the frame for ultra-fast wheel changes

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“Canyon’s version of the cyber truck.” Brand’s latest concept bike divides the internet

Canyon debuts a new concept e-commuter, with mixed reactions from commenters

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Fed up of faffing about with your lock? How about an automatic bike-mounted version, coming soon to Kickstarter

Fed up of lugging your bike lock around? Why not have it permanently attached to the front of your bike instead?

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Colnago unveils V5Rs: lighter, faster, and Pogacar-approved – is this really “the ultimate all-rounder road-racing bike”?

New frame weighs just 685g (unpainted) and it’s significantly more aero than the V4Rs, according to Colnago

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Convoy electric trailer aims to cover e-cargo bike jobs without taking up e-cargo bike space

Convoy's electric trailer offers cargo bike practicality with minimal bulk

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“A lab in the palm of your hand”: Movistar to use hydration test that tells you how much you need to drink in seconds via a saliva sample

The MX3 hydration testing system tells you what you should drink and exactly how much to prevent dehydration and maximise your performance

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Gary Fisher’s e-bike project Morelle is promising sub-15-minute charge times

Limited edition model will sell for around $3,000 but long-term plan is e-bike subscription service

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An “impossibly light” Gore-Tex rain jacket and big ticket footwear: Five Cool Things from Rapha, Specialized, Assos, Boardman and Crankbrothers

We're covering a range of cycling clothing and footwear, from premium shoes and jackets to more budget-friendly jerseys in this edition of our weekly review product round-up

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Yamaha buys Brose’s e-bike drives business and eyes European market

New Yamaha company gains European service network and headquarters in Germany

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A rack-free on-bike rucksack? Plus fresh affordable kit from Endura, new Oakley sunnies, MAAP and Quoc release gravel shoes + more

In this edition of Tech of the Week, we've got new stuff from Oakley, Endura, MAAP, Quoc & more...

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Ampler Nova e-bike can be (safely) charged with a regular laptop charger

Estonian brand says it is the first to bring USB-C charging to e-bikes

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Wout van Aert almost crashes in Arenberg Forest during Paris-Roubaix recon due to suspected puncture while using self-inflating tyre pressure system

“You have to get through the forest, right?” the Belgian star posted on Strava following his spectacular save at speed on the iconic cobbles

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Could Garmin’s new front light with built-in 4k camera rival Cycliq? £459.99 Varia Vue with auto-incident detection launches

New Garmin Varia Vue now sits alongside the Varia rear light radar in the brand's safety accessories line-up, and you can store and edit footage via Garmin Vault (if you buy a memory card, and a £9.99-a-month subscription)

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Wahoo revamps flagship Elemnt Bolt and Elemnt Roam computers and unveils new “cutting edge” Trackr Radar rear light

The Bolt 3 and Roam 3 have lost their LED lights, are £50 more expensive than the previous versions, and the updated computers will be on sale next month. The radar light's availability (£179.99) is currently TBC

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Castelli launches “the ultimate equipment to turn your watts into speed”

New Castelli Aero Race 8S jersey and Free Aero bibshorts offer lower drag than anything previously in the range thanks to clever fabric tech, says Italian brand

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Fancy shoes, another Chinese groupset and a cut-price radar light — five cool things coming soon from Rapha, Farsports, L-Twoo, iGPSPORT and Hiplok

Rapha's new top-of-the-range shoes, a hotly anticipated Chinese groupset and the first of a bucket load of locks we're reviewing

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The modular cycling trailer that can convert almost any bike into an electric cargo bike — plus ‘the future of saddle bags’, new Adidas shades, Chris King’s colourful disc brake lockrings + more

All the hottest new tech from Park Tool, Chris King, Adidas, the weird and wonderful world of crowdfunding and loads more

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Scribe does it again, more terrific titanium and a top pro-level lid: 13 superb cycling products bag road.cc Recommends badges

Our March round-up is a big one, with everything from wheels, clothing, lights, lids, cameras and tools making the grade

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Bike theft? That stinks! Meet the lock that releases “an ultra-nauseating gas” if it’s cut to deter thieves

Available to pre-order for €179.99, the CactUs lock is said to release a "corpse-like" stench that can also cause eye irritation and shortness of breath if a thief dares to cut it by more than 1cm

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Bikes, more bikes, carbon wheels and race tyres! Five cool things coming soon from Scott, Boardman, Hutchinson, Farsports and Temple Cycles

Climbing bikes, budget-friendly aero bikes, touring bikes, plus Chinese wheels and race tyres in this week's round-up of cool products currently in for review

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Is this £600 carbon balance bike a glimpse into the future of your full-sized one? Plus another new AI rear-view for cyclists, Vittoria launches new tyre pressure calculator, radical Ekoi pedals now available + more

All the hottest new tech from Giant, Ekoi, Garmin, Vittoria, Quad Lock, Berk Composites and more

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