It’s all going on in the cycling world and we’ve crammed all the product-related goodness into a jam-packed edition of Tech of the Week. We’ve got alien-themed clothing from Assos, a strangely appealing Lego road bike, not one but two cycling-focused watches, as well as news of how you can buy one of Pogacar’s old bikes – as long as you have a shedload of cash – but we’re kicking off with the craziest bike we’ve seen in a while…
Check out the most radical bike you’ll see this week
The China International Bicycle Fair – sometimes called China Cycle or the Shanghai Bike Show – is one of the world’s largest trade fairs for the bicycle (including e-bike) industry, and our roving reporter Andi Sykes has sent back pics of this radical yet-to-be-released TTR time trial bike from Incolor. It’s one of those bikes that looks ridiculously fast even when it’s standing still, and it appears to share several features with the Hope HB.T track bike raced by Team GB.
TTR stands for “Time Trial Radical”, and that pretty much covers it. Up front, you get a very wide fork, which is something we’ve seen on several bikes over recent years, including the Hope-HB.T used by British athletes on the world stage, and the latest Factor One aero road bike. The idea is to maximise aerodynamic efficiency by managing airflow around the rider’s legs and the front wheel
The leading edge of each fork leg is shaped with a series of ridges – we’re guessing this acts as a trip although we’ll be interested to hear the full rationale when the bike is launched – and Joe Whittingham of Panda Podium reports that the spacing between the fork legs is right up to the UCI’s limit.
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The seat tube wraps tightly around the rear wheel while the seatstays sit incredibly wide, again like they do on the Hope track bike.
Go higher and you’ll see that the integrated seatpost is split in two with a large gap down the centre – which is another feature that we’ve seen from Hope. It also looks vaguely similar to the IsoFlow hole in the seat tube of a Trek Madone which is said to improve aerodynamics, reduce weight, and increase comfort.
The prototype on show in Shanghai was 3D-printed aluminium, although the final version will be carbon fibre.
Those are all the details we have at the moment, this being a work in progress. We’ll let you know more when Incolor launches the TTR.
Check out Lego’s Icon Road Bike: 1,000 pieces and a working drivetrain
We all know that the correct number of bikes to own is n+1 – where n is the number of bikes you currently own – but is it wrong that the +1 we’ve been coveting this week is made by Lego?
> What does n+1 mean? Find out if you really need another bike
The first thing you notice about the Lego Icons Road Bike is how alarmingly bike-like it is, with proportions that look about right. Squint and it could almost be real.
It boasts some pretty detailed features, including “smooth front-wheel steering and a working pedal-and-chain drive with a freewheel mechanism for coasting.”
You weren’t expecting that, were you? It also comes with derailleurs, brake calipers, and clipless pedals – although you won’t be clipping in – along with a removable water bottle and rear light. Those deep-section wheels are funky too.
When mounted on its own little stand, the rear wheel will spin when you turn the pedals.
Cyclists online are already debating which superbike inspired it most. What do you reckon? And is it aero enough for your taste?
Best of all, it’s the only dream bike on the market that’ll never develop a mysterious noise – unless, of course, you step on a piece barefoot.
The Lego Icons Road Bike is a 1,015-piece set and it’s pretty large, measuring 36cm x 60cm x 19cm when complete. It is priced at £109.99 and will ship from 1st June 2026.
The truth is out there for EF Pro Cycling
EF Pro Cycling always ditches its usual pink kit for the Giro d’Italia to avoid clashing with the race leader’s jersey; Rapha did some fabulous switch-out kits during its time with the team, and now new sponsor Assos has introduced a Ride In Peace collection for the 2026 race, available in a limited edition, and it follows tradition by being slightly off the wall.
What’s it all about?
“The Ride In Peace capsule is where interstellar design meets podium-proven performance. The collection translates the campaign’s cosmic narrative into technical equipment designed for the world’s most demanding stage race,” says Assos.
It’s an alien theme, essentially, with graphics inspired by space and “worlds beyond”, including an upside-down cow that’s possibly being beamed up to a spaceship. Make of that what you will.
The collection covers various jerseys at prices from £115.
The EF Pro Cycling Ride In Peace collection is available at www.assos.com and through retailers.
Bravur unveils pink-themed watch ahead of the Giro
While we’re talking about the Giro d’Italia, Sweden’s Bravur has just introduced a new Grand Tour Sprinter watch that has a distinct pink theme to it. Although there’s no official tie-in with the race, it’s a pretty obvious link.
We’ve covered Bravur a couple of times in the past because its whole range is cycling-themed. The Grand Tour Sprinter has a bunch of features derived from bike racing, including an inverted 13 around the 1 o’clock position (riders assigned 13 commonly wear it upside down to ward off bad luck) and the dial surface carries a subtle tarmac-inspired texture.
Each Bravur watch is hand-built to order in Sweden and powered by the Sellita SW511 automatic movement. It’ll cost you, though; the Grand Tour Sprinter is priced at £2,050 excluding VAT. You can pre-order now for delivery in June. “a greener world”
Pinarello teams up with Tissot
In more bike-related-watch news, Pinarello has teamed up with Swiss brand Tissot for a carbon-cased special edition.
“Its distinctive asymmetric silhouette, with the crown positioned at 10 o’clock, draws inspiration from Pinarello’s forkflap design and gives the watch its unique character,” says Tissot.
A subtle link, to say the least, although the Pinarello name is engraved into the side of the case and there’s a logo on the end of the second hand that might be spotted by those in the know. It comes in a collector’s box and is priced at £1,455.
Santini’s new Mads Pedersen range focuses on speed
That’s enough watch talk, let’s move on… Santini and former World Road Race Champion Mads Pedersen have unveiled a new clothing collection that offers you “the same aerodynamic innovations developed for the Lidl-Trek World Tour team”.
The Mads Pedersen Momentum Series includes a jersey – available in solid-colour and graphic versions – bib shorts, a road skinsuit, a baselayer, a vest, and a range of technical accessories. There are also casual pieces such as T-shirts and hoodies.
The Mads Pedersen Momentum Series jersey, for example, is based on Santini’s new Aero Race model and uses Polartec Power Dry with Recycled Carbon fabric.
Santini says, ”Thanks to this technology, Polartec and Santini have reduced the carbon footprint by up to 66% compared to garments made from virgin polyester, without compromising comfort, durability, or technical quality.”
The jersey is priced £160.
Check out the whole collection here.
SunGod improves the fit of Velans sunnies
British brand SunGod says that its updated Velans sunglasses offer improved fit and security.
“An uncompromising, secure fit on any head shape is achieved thanks to [our] new ergonomically remodelled arm and temple profile,” says SunGod.
Velans 2 eyewear comes with SunGod’s nylon-based lens, with a photochromic lens also available.
The Velans 2 has a claimed weight of 26g, and like other SunGod products, it’s guaranteed for life. It’s available in seven colours with a standard lens for £125, or for £165 with a photochromic lens.
We have a pair here at road.cc so a review will come your way soon.
Check out the SunGod Velans 2 range here.
Fancy owning Pogacar’s Colnago V5Rs? Warning: it’ll set you back
If you’d like to own a piece of cycling history – and you have a lot of money going spare – one of the Colnago V5Rs bikes ridden by Tadej Pogačar in the 2025 Ardennes classics is up for auction at bike-room.com.
The Ardennes classics comprise Amstel Gold Race, La Flèche Wallonne, and Liège–Bastogne–Liège, and Pogacar bagged himself two wins and a runner-up spot last year.
The bike comes with world champion rainbow stripes, a Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 groupset and Enve SES 4.5 wheels.
Bikeroom says, “This is not a tribute bike, a replica, or a limited edition. It is the precise machine ridden by one of the greatest cyclists of his generation, in one of the sport’s most celebrated spring campaigns.”
At the time of writing (Friday 8th May), the leading bid is €45,500 with the auction set to end on Monday 11th May at 11:00 BST (12:00 CET).
Green Oil to publish supply chains and production methods for “a greener world”
Green Oil founder Simon Nash is taking the highly unusual step of publishing all of the brand’s formulas, supply chains and production methods, intending to achieve “a greener world”.
Green Oil says that the move will allow small bike shops to make their own lubricants, with local production leading to lower carbon footprints, and for the bike industry to get closer to ending the sale of most petrochemical lubricants.
It also says that publishing this information will help ensure no bike lube brand steps back into using PTFE, encourage the use of recycled plastic for bike lubricant bottles and UK packaging, and reduce microplastic pollution.
Everything will go onto YouTube in the coming weeks: @GreenOilBike and @SimonFMNash.
Simon Nash also reports that has got work as an environmental and political commentator on GB News.
“I am using my influence to create a better world,” he says. “It has been fascinating, debating climate change with Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg, trains and North Sea oil with Michael Portillo, and I have been booked regularly for the Nana Akua show on Saturdays. It’s important to get the sustainability message to as many people as possible.”
Komoot and Wahoo introduce Live Sync
Navigation platform Komoot and tech company Wahoo Fitness have launched a new feature called Komoot Live Sync that allows you to sync routes from Komoot to a Wahoo Elemnt bike computer faster and update them on the go.
Komoot says, “With Live Sync, cyclists can plan or choose a route in Komoot and start navigating on their Wahoo device by tapping ‘Navigate with Wahoo.’ The route is automatically transferred and ready to follow within seconds.
“The feature also allows riders to adjust their route mid-ride. If a change is made in the Komoot app, the updated route appears instantly on the connected Wahoo device without stopping the current navigation.”
Head over to www.komoot.com for more info.
Vittoria’s new Zaffiro EVO tyre is “faster, lighter, and more puncture-resistant”
Italy’s Vittoria has updated its everyday Zaffiro tyre, saying that the Zaffiro EVO is faster, lighter, and more puncture-resistant than its predecessor.
“Zaffiro EVO is designed for riders who prioritize durability and puncture resistance, along with performance,” says Vittoria.
“The most significant upgrade is in the casing: Zaffiro EVO moves from 26 to 60 TPI [threads per inch] nylon, improving ride quality while increasing durability over time.”
“The innovative tread design, made with an alternating ‘V’-formation pattern on the shoulder, matched with Vittoria’s Graphene compound, ensures efficient rolling and dependable grip across a wide range of terrains. Additional features such as the Bead Shield reinforcing layer and Kevlar bead further enhance robustness and ease of installation.”
Fans of statistics will be pleased to hear that the Zaffiro EVO offers a 7% improvement in speed/rolling performance, 17% greater puncture resistance, and a 17% reduction in weight (270g in 28mm width), according to Vittoria.
The Vittoria Zaffiro EVO is available in widths from 23mm up to 32mm for £26.99 per tyre. The sidewalls are usually black, although tan sidewall options are available in the 25mm and 28mm widths.
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