Tech

Factor updates O2 road bike

New model is said to be lighter and stronger than previously, with increased tyre clearance

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Suplest launches limited edition Fabian Cancellara shoe

Only 250 pairs are available worldwide

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Check out highlights of Le Col’s summer clothing range

...and we have a discount code for you!

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New Wattbike Icon indoor training bike available at discount

Gym-quality bike offers workouts, plans, and fitness tests for those unable to leave home

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SRAM launches AXS Web ride analysis tool

Portal allows you to analyse ride files specific to shifting, gear use, power zones, and tyre pressure

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Rapha releases new Pro Team lightweight backpack

British brand promises an anatomical fit and an aero advantage

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Selle Italia releases Flite Boost shorty saddle

Classic model is the latest to get shrunk down

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Zipp Service Course components: now in silver

Handlebars, stems and seatposts get a brand new look

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Shiny Stuff Episode 1 – Bontrager, Prime, Shimano & Tyres made of flowers

This week products from Bontrager, Prime, AfterShokz, Shimano and Vredestein.

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Le Col and Wahoo announce indoor cycling clothing

New collection is designed to keep you cool and comfortable on the turbo – and we all might be spending more time on the turbo soon

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DL Killer unveil gold KS2 performance cycling shoes

D'you know what you need in your life right now? £395 gold shoes and 500 quid snakeskin boots, that's what!

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Zipp launches Tangente Course G40 gravel tyre

US brand offers new option designed to be "grippy for aggressive riding"

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Strava has brought back chronological ordering, and allows you to ‘favourite’ athletes

As part of a wave of new updates, Strava have responded to what they say is "one of the most frequently requested ever" changes, and will let us see the newest activities first again...

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Tresca launch on Crowdcube investment platform to fund London-based production line

Tresca say they want to "bring high-end bikes to the mass market at a competitive price-point by optimising its supply chain", and aim to open an assembly plant in London

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The Leaos Pressed e-bike made of two halves now has gears, and is crowdfunding on Indiegogo soon

With a frame consisting of two aluminium halves pressed together and spot welded, the unique Pressed E-bike weighs in at just 15kg and is 100% made in Italy

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Latest Strava phone app update means you can now update your ride on the fly

Remove the mistakenly recorded car drive home immediately

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5 Cool Things coming soon from Specialized, Cube, BIKND, Cycles Berthoud and Vel

Some of our favourite bikes and bits that are getting the road.cc review treatment at the moment, with full test reports coming soon...

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$6 power meter? Tech firm claim they can make a power meter for just $6

It's only a strain gauge… Copenhagen-based Sensitivus say falling prices mean the parts to turn a crank into a working power meter now cost them just $6

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Vitus goes big on electronic shifting in 2020 road bike range

Expanded line-up includes SRAM AXS wireless shifting options for the first time

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5 Cool things coming soon from Triban, Prime, Oxford Products, Indik8a and Bioracer

Some more of the best bits we're testing at the moment, with full reviews coming soon...

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Sir Dave Brailsford reveals his personal diet and training regime on Strava

Those following the Team Ineos head honcho on Strava couldn't quite believe their luck a few months back, when Brailsford gave an incredibly detailed and useful account of his own current diet and training plan

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Spengle launch limited edition Gold £10,000 wheelset, “creating the ultimate expression of Kinetic Art”

Hand-crafted with 24 carat Gold, the one-off three-spokers are described as "absolute luxury"

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How coronavirus is taking its toll on the bike industry and what it means for you

Shortages and delays to new bikes and components in China could have worldwide effects

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What’s on the way from Shimano, Lazer, Pearl Izumi, Park Tool & more

We take a shufty at the standout stuff from the IceBike trade show

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5 cool things coming soon from Fizik, Decathlon, Ashmei, Chrome Industries and Techalogic

A round-up of our most interesting things in for testing at the moment, with full reviews coming soon...

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“Ditch the saddlebag”: Dib Sports launch 2-in-1 hydration and storage bottle

Designed and made in the USA, the Dib Bottle is available in regular and large sizes and is designed to house both fluid and repair kit

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Bontrager unveils Elite road pedals

Trek-owned brand offers new Look Kéo-compatible model

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Litelok launch new Flexi-U Silver, ‘the world’s first insurance-rated flexible U-lock’

“What we’ve done is turn a very tired, and traditionally heavy, product category on its head”, says Litelok founder Professor Neil Barron...

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Five cool things coming soon from Muc-Off, Pro, Dawes, MET and Soma

More of our favourite things that have arrived in the office for testing recently, with full reviews coming soon...

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Bontrager unveils GR2 gravel-specific shoe

New model comes with laces and is designed with durability in mind

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