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This derailleur cage has almost zero friction (but will cost you at least £630) – plus, SpongeBob goes aero, new shoes from Sidi and Giant, and loads more from Bianchi, 3T, Silca…

Kogel claims its latest oversized pulley system is its fastest ever, while elsewhere there’s a new way to battle your mates for cycling territory, Silca upgrades its lube game, Bianchi gets colourful and SpongeBob lands in the pro peloton

Sat, Aug 08, 2026 12:00

New LAP Project 001 clothing promises integrated crash protection without sacrificing speed

LAP has unveiled cycle clothing that integrates D3O impact protection while aiming to retain low weight, aerodynamics and freedom of movement. The company says the launch addresses one of cycling’s last remaining trade-offs: choosing between speed and protection

Tue, Jul 28, 2026 12:29

Bizarre-looking barefoot bike pedals are “the world’s best”, claim creators (and cost £248) — plus record-breaking kit from Kostüme, a ‘dual can holder’ for bikes + more

Ever wondered why no one had invented something that would allow you to carry two cans of cola while cycling? Neither had we, but now you can while "unleashing you bare strength on the bike" thanks to your new Toe Go barefoot pedals

Sat, Jul 18, 2026 12:00

Polartec AirCore kit in action November 2025

Polartec’s new AirCore fabric ushers in new era for breathable, weatherproof cycling clothing that doesn’t employ PFAS chemicals. We look at some of the first garments to use it Sponsored

With non-eco-friendly PFAS-based chemicals falling out of favour, cycle clothing manufacturers have had to look to other innovations to create high performing products. In Polartec’s new AirCore fabric, there's a smart new solution

Wed, Nov 19, 2025 14:20

Christmas gifts for cyclists 2024 – What not to buy a cyclist for Christmas v2

What not to buy a cyclist for Christmas — swerve these shoddy cycling gifts to avoid a festive faux pas

Last Christmas, you gave me a useless bike part. But the very next day, I gave it away. This year, to save me from tears, please give me something special

Thu, Dec 05, 2024 17:14

Gobik in style — the coolest new summer cycling clothing from Spanish innovators Gobik Sponsored

We look at the new summer range of kit from Spain’s most exciting cycle clothing brand, Gobik

Fri, May 17, 2024 15:36

All I want for Christmas is… not this. Gifts not to buy for cyclists to avoid a festive faux pas

Not everything needs to have a bicycle on it. Presenting our annual guide to Christmas gifts you might want to consider not buying the cyclist in your life this year (or any year) with some old 'faves' and fresh cycling stinkers to avoid for 2023

Tue, Dec 12, 2023 13:10

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Starting next week: road.cc Recommends awards 2022/23

Of the hundreds of bikes, components, accessories and items of clothing we've reviewed over the past year, find out which are the very, very best

Wed, Jan 11, 2023 15:24

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Glove Island: trying out GripGrab’s new range (and plenty of garlic) on the Isle of Wight

VecchioJo gets his hands in some new things from GripGrab and nabs a nice ride on the Isle of Wight for good measure

Wed, Sep 14, 2022 17:30

Ukraine conflict set to impact cycle clothing market

With some major brands relying on production from Ukrainian factories, the war is likely to lead to supply problems later in the year

Wed, Apr 20, 2022 11:30