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The present and future of cutting-edge cycling clothing

The present and future of cutting-edge cycling clothing — from waterproofing to 3D-printing, here’s everything you need to know about your gear in 2026 and beyond

What really goes into the chamois pad in your shorts, and is a genuine like-for-like replacement for your PFAS-laden waterproof jacket coming soon? We spoke to numerous industry leaders to get the lowdown on the latest tech

Mon, Dec 29, 2025 09:00
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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

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
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Castelli has launched the “ultimate winter jacket”, so it claims (and it’ll cost you £360) — plus SRM’s new aero cranks with adjustable lengths, new Canyon gravel wheels, new TUBULAR wheels (yes, really!) + more

Nope, you haven't woken up in 2005... FFWD has launched fresh tubular wheels to serve a "small niche" of tubular evangelists, most of them cyclocross riders nowadays. We've also got news from Rouvy, Q36.5 and Dynamic

Sat, Oct 04, 2025 11:00
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2025 Castelli Perfetto RoS 3 jacket Polartec AirCore montage

“Re-writing the gold standard of what high-performance cycling gear can do”: Castelli unveils first clothing made with Polartec’s “revolutionary” AirCore fabric

Italian brand says its new Perfetto RoS 3 jacket “revolutionises breathable protection”, promising windproofing, water resistance and next-level breathability

Mon, Sep 08, 2025 22:00
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Polartec Power Shield Family v2

Polartec Power Shield – the ultimate cycling fabrics for winter rides

We take an in-depth look at the science behind Polartec’s ultra-weatherproof Power Shield family of fabrics with the help of Polartec’s Global Product Director Michael Cattanach, and round-up some of the best garments on the market that put it to use.

Wed, Nov 13, 2024 11:02
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Check out the most bizarre auto-shift drivetrain you’ll ever see, plus more tech news from Zwift, Cube, Le Col, Hiplok, Muc-Off, MAAP and more

Find out about cool updates from Zwift, new weatherproof clothing from Le Col, a tiny rechargeable bike pump, and how to get hold of Hiplok’s anti-angle grinder locks

Sat, Dec 09, 2023 12:00
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How Polartec creates cutting-edge, sustainable kit Nov 2023

How Polartec creates cutting-edge, sustainable kit for the world’s best cycling brands including Specialized, Santini and MAAP

We look at some of the latest cutting-edge sustainable fabrics from Polartec, and how they benefit cycling garments from some of the world's best bike brands

Mon, Nov 13, 2023 13:14
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Polartec Power Shield Fabric

6 fab fabric technologies for comfortable autumn cycling

We look at some of the best cycling clothing for all weathers this autumn, and see how the fabrics you choose can make your ride experience all the better

Tue, Oct 04, 2022 14:05
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How to choose the perfect spring cycling wardrobe

Find out how to select the best clothing for whatever the weather throws your way, and why the fabrics you choose make all the difference

Tue, Mar 29, 2022 11:00
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dhb launches its “most high-tech autumn/winter kit ever”

New Aeron Lab clothing is designed for high-intensity riding

Fri, Dec 21, 2018 09:00
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