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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

2025 Gregario Vera AR complete bike woodland

“The first truly bespoke monocoque carbon frame”: the Gregario Vera AR can be customised to your exact size thanks to patented tech

Italian brand uses a patented variable mould system to build an aero road bike that’s sized just for you

Thu, Oct 02, 2025 10:51

Roval unveils brand new 1,131g Alpinist CLX III wheels and integrated cockpit… does this lightweight launch mean a fresh Specialized road bike is coming?

Roval has ironed out some issues with the Alpinist II one-piece cockpit by flattening the top section and increasing size range, while the third iteration of the Alpinist wheels are 134g lighter per pair

Tue, Sep 30, 2025 15:58

New Surly Straggler gravel bike gets updated geometry and three new sizes: “almost an unfair advantage”, boasts US steel specialist

The Straggler has been updated for the first time in a decade, and looks like it has finally been brought bang up to date

Tue, Sep 30, 2025 09:35

Five cool things for winter cycling from Boardman, Velocio, Endura, Gorewear and Galibier (and maybe 20 extra watts)

Check out the latest and coolest winter gear we have on test right now, with full reports on the way…

Mon, Sep 29, 2025 15:50

2025 Rapha Pro Team Shadow Collection riding shot

Rapha launches PFAS-free Pro Team Shadow range for rough weather conditions, claiming that it hits “the sweetspot between protection and breathability”

British brand promises its new Pro Team Shadow collection offers high levels of windproofing, water resistance and breathability, plus plenty of stretch, that will suit riders regularly putting in the hard yards this winter

Mon, Sep 29, 2025 10:58

UPDATED Campagnolo debuts “unprecedented double-height profile” on updated Shamal wheels, now complete with on-trend wavy profile

Prices start at £1,600 for the wheelset that is 100g lighter than the previous version and offers what Campag calls an "attractive" balance of high-performance and value for money — fair points, given that some other wavy-rimmed wheels cost much more

Mon, Sep 29, 2025 08:56

Evans is promising big things from freshly-relaunched Vitus range (and will stock Colnago bikes its flash new West End store) — plus gravel race bikes are becoming a ‘thing’, yet another smart helmet, bike bags from Le Col x Wizard Works & more

We've got lots to cover this week, from Le Col X Wizard Works bags, new bikes from Pearson and Sarto, and Colnago is going to be stocked at Evans Cycles...all that & more in Tech of the Week

Sat, Sep 27, 2025 11:00

RockShox unveils new Rudy XL gravel fork, offering 60mm travel and 2.25in tyre clearance

RockShox's new Rudy XL gravel fork is here, but it'll cost you £900 for just 60mm of travel

Thu, Sep 25, 2025 15:14

Trek’s all new CheckOUT proves that full suspension gravel is now officially a thing

Featuring 55mm of rear squish and an all-new RockShox fork, Trek has joined the full-sus gravel party big time. There's also a crazy amount of flare going on with the handlebars, adjustable mounting points, and a dropper post

Thu, Sep 25, 2025 15:12

Grace Lister climbs Saltburn Bank, stage two, 2025 Tour of Britain Women

UCI announces minor relaxation of controversial upcoming narrow handlebar rule — but minimum 40cm overall width will remain

The UCI has made some minor tweaks to its upcoming safety amendments, changing the minimum width from the brake hoods to 28cm, down from 32cm. It has also clarified distinctions between 'mass start' and TT helmets

Thu, Sep 25, 2025 11:33

“We believe it’s the future of cycling gear”: Modular carbon storage system hopes to replace “clunky saddlebags” with £150 “aerodynamic capsule” featuring 300-lumen brake-sensing rear light

Have we really become stuck with outdated saddlebags? The makers of this "revolutionary" new mounting and storage system think they've got a better idea

Wed, Sep 24, 2025 12:40

Could this new helmet impact protection system be better than Mips? Canyon backs RLS tech that claims to “reduce the risk of concussion by 4x” versus conventional helmets

Canyon’s Deflectr Trail is the first RLS-equipped helmet available, and it’s already rated number one by independent tests conducted by researchers at Virginia Tech's Helmet Lab. RLS claims its tech will be appearing in other brands' helmets very soon

Tue, Sep 23, 2025 12:59

Look Keo Vision road pedal lights. Safety starts with being seen.

Look Keo Vision - Now that's bright idea!

Tue, Sep 23, 2025 07:58

2025 Lezyne React Drive 1200 front light and Radar Drive 300 rear light.jpg

Lezyne’s Radar React light system warns you of traffic approaching without the need for an app or bike computer

Radar system alerts you to traffic without the need for a phone app or GPS bike computer

Tue, Sep 23, 2025 07:00

Tern updates folding “Goldilocks bike” the Vektron with belt drive and more powerful motor

The new P range is "juuust right" according to the brand

Mon, Sep 22, 2025 14:57

Castelli’s all-new winter cycling fabric, Fulcrum’s wavy rim all-road wheels, G’s SunGod shades + more cool stuff from Moon and Chilli Technology

New fabrics, wavy rims, lights, cameras, and Geraint Thomas’ sunnies are amongst the products currently in for review at the road.cc HQ

Mon, Sep 22, 2025 11:54

This mad-looking moving bike saddle has raised £130,000 on Kickstarter and claims to reduce pressure by 80%, plus Met’s new helmets aren’t white, they’re “absolute white”

It's a bumper edition of Tech of the Week, including the "world's first moving split seat-saddle" as well as new stuff from EF Pro Cycling, Knog, Frog Bikes, Assos, MAAP, Met, Gobik and more

Sat, Sep 20, 2025 11:00

Has Amflow leaked its next gen PL e-MTB?

A leaked spy shot shows what could an upcoming bike from the brand

Fri, Sep 19, 2025 10:59

Trek’s Checkpoint gravel bike goes electric with TQ’s HPR-60 motor

Prices start at £4,500 for the SL5, with three build options to choose from. And yes, one of them comes with a suspension fork.

Thu, Sep 18, 2025 15:00

Oakley Meta Vanguard AI glasses Sept 2025

Oakley and Meta launch new Oakley Meta Vanguard AI-powered glasses that record your rides and integrate with Strava and Garmin

The Oakley Meta Vanguard AI glasses let you capture rides in 3K (you can ask them to in real-time), track stats from your bike computer, overlay ride data and more - all from your eyewear

Thu, Sep 18, 2025 12:16

Five cool gravel things coming soon from Cervelo, Scribe, Favero, Zefal and Trimetals

From string-spoked wheels to speedy gravel bikes, here's a first look at the latest gravel tech we have in for review - plus some surprisingly gravel-friendly road pedals

Mon, Sep 15, 2025 08:57

Is this mysterious Q36.5 jacket hiding a wind protector, or a bib for the cafe stop? Plus zombies have taken over MyWhoosh, new saddles from Trek, Zwift Ride discounts + more

We're as puzzled as you are by the main subject of this Tech of the Week edition, and things don't get much clearer by the time you get to zombies infiltrating the virtual roads of MyWhoosh's indoor training platform

Sat, Sep 13, 2025 11:00

Argon 18 creates its fastest bike yet by optimising the frame and wheels as a single system

Argon 18 says the new Nitrogen Pro - developed with wheel brand Scope Cycling - is a "fully integrated bike system" engineered for real-world speed, not just wind tunnel results

Thu, Sep 11, 2025 14:54