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Shimano launches a two-pronged attack on SRAM’s Full Mount system with unique 13-speed wireless drivetrain patent

Is something 13-speed and wireless coming from Shimano?

Dauphiné 2025 Enric Mas Movistar bars and UCI handlebar rule

UCI issues “further clarification” on new tech rules including controversial 40cm handlebar width… by printing the same changes again, with some diagrams

The governing body says the changes were made following “extensive consultation” with riders, teams, and organisers, and claims the unpopular 40cm bar rule will allow “all athletes” to compete on “high-performance and safe” equipment

Shimano’s wireless Di2 shifting is already more affordable with launch of new XT and Deore drivetrains

The tech has certainly trickled down fast, as Shimano completes its off-road wireless shifting lineup just a fortnight after launching XTR Di2

Suffering on the hills? Find out how to get lower gears to make climbing easier

Your options for bike set-up to make climbing a doddle – or, at least, a little more painless

Mechanical vs wireless actuation – which is best for you?

Spanning drivetrains, droppers and suspension, is wireless worth the investment? We weigh up the pros and cons.

SRAM Eagle 90 Transmission first ride review

T-Type tech has come to a cable-actuated drivetrain. Here are our early impressions.

Mark Cavendish Giro d’Italia stage five crash 2023 (Zac Williams/SWpix.com)

UCI considering use of “rider airbags” and gear restrictions to “enhance safety”

The governing body also revealed that 35 per cent of crashes during the 2024 season were caused by “unprovoked rider errors”, and confirmed that its new yellow card system and sprint finish protocols will also be expanded

Grip shift vs trigger shift – which is best for you?

In mountain biking, when you need to gear, it’s either twist-and-shift, or you hit the trigger. But which of these gear-shifting mechanisms are best for your riding style?

Chris Froome, 2024 Arctic Race of Norway (ARN/Aurelien Vialatte)

“I’m not saying junior gears, but maybe 56 or 54 needs to be the limit”: Chris Froome backs Wout van Aert’s call to limit gearing in road races, with big chainrings blamed for “more serious crashes”

Four-time Tour de France winner admitted it's "a crazy problem to have" as "for so many years, we've been trying to figure out ways to go faster and faster" — however he now believes "limiting the progression of technology" is inevitable to improve safety

Do electric mountain bikes have gears?

Why e-bikes have gears – but not gearboxes?