Tech

Sing when you’re spinning: Strava announces “first of its kind” in-app integration with Spotify

The partnership will allow users to access music, podcasts, and audiobooks from within the Strava app

Roval says new Alpinist SLX wheels are “the pinnacle of what can be achieved with alloy”

“Lightweight wheels feel better to ride,” says Roval as it unveils new model featuring DT Swiss 350 hubs. They look a reasonable price too

Garmin offers more solar charging with new Edge 540 and Edge 840 Series GPS cycling computers

Updated coaching and navigational features trickle down from the Edge 1040 to four mid-range models

“That is just so Mad(s)”: Former world champion Pedersen “bravely” set to take on Paris-Roubaix’s savage cobbles… without extra bar tape

And the reason for such seemingly reckless behaviour? “Waste of weight,” says Trek-Segafredo’s Danish star

WTF? Check out Shimano’s system for moving your cleats automatically as you ride – plus top tech news from Trek, Oakley, MyWhoosh, Komoot, and more

We have brand-new eyewear, helmets, virtual routes, clothing – even a changing robe – along with a 'stop ride' notice on a popular stem

Is Trek’s new road bike really aluminium? Updated Émonda ALR features new frame with Kammtail aero tubing and fully integrated cables

Trek says its third-generation bikes are “affordable, ultra-lightweight and faster than ever”. Also available in more subdued colour schemes!

road.cc Recommends updated with 17 of our best-scoring reviewed products from Canyon, Merida, Giant, Handsling, Spatz + more

Check out the latest products that have earned a hallowed Recommends badge

Five cool tech products to track your bike’s whereabouts from Topeak, Lezyne and Bikefinder

From multiple places you can hide an AirTag on your bike to a complete bike tracking subscription service, these cool products are with road.cc reviewers at the moment

Canyon gets into titanium, plus the rest of the week’s tech news from SRAM, DT Swiss, Kask, Silca, and loads more

Find out about the 3D-printed power meter that costs £4,400, graphene-infused cycle clothing, a rainbow anodised bottle cage, and the world’s first gravel-specific skin suit. It’s all happening!

New Campagnolo patent applications reveal wireless derailleurs

Each derailleur will have its own SRAM-style clip-on battery rather than a Shimano-esque central battery to power both

Forget about folders… the Pop-Cycle’s sliding frame aims to revolutionise the compact bike genre

The Pop-Cycle has a unique sliding frame design that reduces its size by about a third, a claimed world first. Could it take on the mighty folder as the ultimate space-saving commuter bike?

On-the-fly tyre pressure adjustment appears on Dwars door Vlaanderen cobbles

Jumbo-Visma rider uses Gravaa KAPS technology with a pump integrated into the hub; will we also see it in the Tour of Flanders and Paris-Roubaix?

What’s going on with that seat tube? Specialized unveils radical “Compliance Junction” on new Sirrus Carbon

Innovative frame design for urban and gravel riding is intended to provide ‘flex and forgiveness’ without affecting efficiency

Back to the future? Road bike friction shifters you can mix and match and adjustable SPD-style pedals unveiled by Japanese component manufacturer

Growtac has developed the EQUAL shifter system that is compatible with a whole host of groupsets and mechs, allowing you to shift between two and 13 gears and even add in a dropper post

Do we really need steering on the turbo? Five cool things coming soon from Wahoo, Giant, BMC, BTwin, and Bell

We've got a right mixed back of cool things this week to steer you into spring

Secret new tech! Garmin set to release solar-powered Edge 540 and 840 bike computers

Has online retailer accidentally revealed next-generation Garmin Edge computers featuring trickledown tech for improved battery life?

Bryton takes on Garmin with new Gardia R300L bike radar + more tech news from Wattbike, Assos, Goodyear, Scott, Pirelli, Van Rysel, Muc-Off, Reilly, and more

Find out about the invention that reunited a rider with their stolen bike, £440 shoes, and a chainring in the shape of the Batman logo. No, really

Is this budget electronic groupset a Shimano and SRAM killer? L-Twoo of China launches new semi-wireless eRX groupset

The new semi-wireless electronic groupset is priced between 500-650USD approximately minus a cassette and chain, and seems to resemble Shimano Di2 a lot

Scicon questions Astana Qazaqstan’s ethics as sponsor walks out over Mark Cavendish Oakley dispute

"It is unfortunate that individual riders can compromise sponsorship agreements"

Get your bike serviced by… Kwik Fit? Car servicing company steps into cycling

Kwik Fit announced it will be partnering with bike repair providers Fettle, initially with focus on supporting fleets using e-bikes and cargo bikes

Five essential things for bike and kit maintenance from Silca, Muc-Off, DK Sonic and Black Mamba

From ultrasonic cleaners to chain wax and cleaning products for your helmet and clothes, this week's five cool things is all about maintenance

Want to show off speed and power stats on your cycling videos? With this app you can + tech news from Castelli, Factor, Supersapiens, 7Mesh and more

Hottest cycling tech news from Streiv, Fizik, Supersapiens, Classified, Castelli, Factor and more

Giant says Revolt cracking issue is simply down to paint… but it’ll replace frames free of charge

Cracks at the top of the seat tube are cosmetic, says Giant, and there's no reason to stop riding while a replacement is organised

“That’s not normal”: Arkéa-Samsic pro breaks TWO sets of Bianchi handlebars during cobbled race

Poor Hugo Hofstetter’s chances of winning a chaotic edition of the GP de Denain were derailed by crashes and some flimsy bars – just as his Bianchi Oltre RC was awarded the ‘Best Race Bike’ title at the CyclingWorld Europe awards…

Yes, Pinarello’s new Nytro really is electric. Road and gravel range includes “the lightest pedal-assisted, mid-drive bike on the market”

Stealthy new range uses TQ’s HPR50 motor to provide up to 300 watts of silent power. Would you be tempted to make the switch?

Check out the Colnago V4Rs Tadej Pogacar rode to Paris-Nice victory

Take a look at the bike that has been in the headlines, first because of claims it wasn’t fast, then for being ridden to a major win

Exclusive! Campagnolo is definitely going wireless and ditching thumb levers… and these pictures prove it

Italian brand set to launch updated Super Record with wireless shifting. Check out the new levers here

Endura designs “world’s most graphic cycle helmets” featuring CAT scans of cyclists’ brain injuries to encourage helmet wearing

Coinciding with Brain Awareness Week, Endura will auction the four helmets for The Brain Charity, with the cyclewear brand hoping to "encourage the entire cycling community" to wear helmets

Five cool things for time off the bike: a bike bag that claims to pass as a suitcase, books, headphones + fresh socks

This week's five cool things cover your time off the bike in the form of books, travel and music! And a pair of socks...

How often do you puncture? Muc-Off says every 8 months is average. Plus new Hunt x Classified wheels, new Lotus bike coming in 2024, Jack Wolfskin goes bikepacking + more

The bike tech world never sleeps and this week has again been filled with new and improved designs and innovations from a range of diverse brands