The Aztec HexVent Ultra Lightweight Floating Rotor CL 180 stands out on the bike thanks to its distinctive design, but thankfully it isn’t all style and no substance. Lightweight, quiet and dependable, it dealt with everything I threw at it without complaint, making it a solid upgrade for riders looking to save a few grams.SetupThe … Read more
We may earn affiliate commission from some of the links included on this pageThis week’s Dealclincher roundup features big savings across road bikes, action cameras, shoes, tools and more. You can grab the Merida Reacto 9000 road bike for £1,751 less than the RRP, Quoc cycling shoes for £98, Pro Tool Bundle with 78% off, … Read more
Merida has unveiled a new version of its Speeder flat-bar road bike, giving the long-running aluminium model a gravel-focused makeover with space for tyres up to 50mm wide, and the price of the Speeder 100 drops to £800. We’ve always rated Speeders for their practicality, comfort, and strong spec for the money, so we’re interested in … Read more
Trek has launched the fifth generation of its Domane endurance road bike, ditching its bump-softening IsoSpeed frame technology, adding a new seatpost designed to flex and absorb chatter, increasing tyre clearance and dropping weight in the process; the top-level Domane SLR frameset is a whopping 305g lighter than before. 2027 Trek Domane action (Image Credit: … Read more
Hope Valley in the Peak District is synonymous with mountain biking, and it’s also been the long-time home to the small family-founded and run Bear Frame Supplies. The name will likely ring a few bells for many riders, and those in the bike industry. Still, the products and services offered by its founders, Aaron Ward … Read more
Revel’s Rover is a fast, lightweight gravel bike that’s designed for covering distance at speed. It’s fun to ride and pretty comfy considering its racy feel, and the asking price for this privateer build is pretty reasonable too. It’s the kind of bike you might cast a serious eye over if building up to some … Read more
The Unit 1 Neon Mips is a so-called ‘smart’ helmet. This means it boasts electronically powered features, including a rear LED light bank, Bluetooth connectivity that links to an optional wireless handlebar remote (also on test) and crash detection sensors. It’s neat and comfortable with strong safety credentials, but the brake light and indicators enabled … Read more
I have been writing for road.cc for the last 15 years, and in that time I have dedicated a lot of my energy towards advancing cycling safety and cyclists’ rights. That’s because the numbers speak for themselves: cyclists are vulnerable road users, we are killed at a higher rate than most other groups, and we … Read more
Aero socks have become a staple in the modern cyclist’s wardrobe, but they often bring trade-offs. You’ll often sacrifice comfort for marginal gains, dealing with scratchy seams or grippers that slowly slide down your calf over the course of a long ride. The MB Wear Aero Dry Signature socks, however, seem to have cracked the … Read more
