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2025 Giro Empire SLX II shoe black riding

Dear cycling shoe makers: please spare a thought for us wide boys and girls

Bigfoot does exist... and he rides a bike according to Steve Thomas, who asks: isn’t it time for all manufacturers to cater for those of us hobbling around in need of a bigger and broader solution?

Thu, Apr 03, 2025 16:37

Here are the stats and attributes the mysterious new Colnago V5Rs needs to have to be good enough for Pogačar

The world's best rider demands the best... so, can Colnago deliver with its new all-round road race bike? We take a closer look at the new bike based off the limited info we have so far

Thu, Apr 03, 2025 15:00

Egan Bernal recovery from horror crash detailed in medical paper

Egan Bernal’s recovery from life-threatening horror crash detailed in medical research paper

Vital work of hospital staff highlighted in "successful case" of rehabilitation from severe injuries suffered in high-speed training crash

Tue, Apr 01, 2025 15:55

Is this £600 carbon balance bike a glimpse into the future of your full-sized one? Plus another new AI rear-view for cyclists, Vittoria launches new tyre pressure calculator, radical Ekoi pedals now available + more

All the hottest new tech from Giant, Ekoi, Garmin, Vittoria, Quad Lock, Berk Composites and more

Sat, Mar 29, 2025 12:00

New Van Rysel RCR-F aero road bike finally launches — aero bikes are back, but do amateurs still need them?

We've been getting hands-on with the fastest Van Rysel road bike to date, that could be yours from £5,000. Is this the aero bike that will prove user-friendly enough for the casual rider, or are we still better off leaving aero to the pros?

Fri, Mar 28, 2025 11:00

Giro quietly launches two new premium cycling shoes, revamping the Imperial and Empire SLX and promising “superior performance”

The BOA-equipped Imperial II and lace-up Empire SLX II have appeared on Giro’s US website, priced at $424.95 and $374.95 respectively

Thu, Mar 27, 2025 17:12

Can this inflatable helmet really replace traditional bike helmets? Five cool things coming soon from Ventete, Ekoi, Prestacycle, Project Flock and Akeeyo

This week we’re showcasing a helmet that inflates via an electric pump, a rear light claiming to improve visibility by 5.5x, a bike camera from Akeeyo, plus more cool products from Ekoi and Prestacyle

Mon, Mar 24, 2025 13:56

A 70g power meter with tool-free installation for £115? What’s the catch?

BikeOn says its CycleClick power meter provides accuracy comparable to that of high-end rivals

Mon, Mar 24, 2025 12:52

Specialized S-Works Ares 2 road racing shoes March 2025

Specialized claims “7-watt power increase” with new top-of-the-range S-Works Ares 2 road racing shoes, priced at £479

The promised wattage increase is coupled with a £104 price increase over the first generation S-Works Ares shoes. You'll also take advantage of 44% less pressure on the forefoot and a 20% increase in contact surface according to Specialized

Thu, Mar 20, 2025 16:00

A pro bike fitter’s top 10 cycling products to make you faster and more comfortable on the bike (and one of them is free)

Starting with a budget of £0, all of these tweaks could change your cycling for the better

Thu, Mar 20, 2025 13:46