Tech News

Goodyear revitalises its Connector gravel tyre range to be 70g lighter, stronger and faster

Three new tread patterns and a new carcass promise lighter weight, more strength and more speed.

Tue, May 27, 2025 08:15
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Is this bare essentials BMC concept the best way to build your dream custom bike? Plus new shoes from Fizik and Quoc x MAAP, special Giro edition Pinarello Dogma, Pirelli x Santini retro kit + more

We strip down to the bare necessities and delve into BMC's VAR0 concept, and recap on the rest of the week's top tech news

Sat, May 24, 2025 11:00
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Zipp’s new wheels offer integrated tyre pressure monitoring

Zipp AXS Wheel Sensor in the rim allows you to monitor tyre pressure in real-time without an external device mounted to the valve stem

Thu, May 22, 2025 14:00
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Is this the best motorsport-inspired mountain bike? Andi Sykes’ Alfa Romeo Privateer 161 Gen 2

Motorsports and MTB collide once again with this Privateer 161 getting an Alfa-themed paint job and motorsport-based componentry.

Wed, May 21, 2025 16:00
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How wide? Pirelli introduces new ‘road enduro’ category with slick tyres up to 55mm wide

Cinturato Evo TLR is designed for both road and gravel, and uses “more than 50% bio-based and recycled materials”

Wed, May 21, 2025 11:50
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Mondraker Arid gravel bike goes alloy, bringing performance to lower price point

The brand's gravel bike range extends to three models, including the Arid Carbon launched last year

Tue, May 20, 2025 14:07
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Will these cut-price power meter pedals make pricier rivals obsolete? Magene launches P715 dual-sided pedals with +/-1% claimed accuracy

Priced at £399 and available for Look Keo or SPD-SL cleats out the box, rechargeable and weighing as little as 157g per pedal, the specs look strong for the price on the Chinese brand's first entry into the power pedal market

Mon, May 19, 2025 16:32
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A sub-200g cycling shoe that’ll set you back as much as a cheap(ish) bike; plus a tasty Capri-Sun-inspired Eddy Merckx, new Garmin Forerunner watches, Rapha’s latest kit collab + more

All the hottest new tech we've spotted this week, including stuff from Rapha, Eddy Merckx, Suplest, Lavelle, Tredz, Trek, Patta, Garmin and even Capri-Sun

Sat, May 17, 2025 11:00
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All-out aero and a lot of Mars Bars: the bike, tech and nutrition used by Sarah Ruggins to smash the John o’ Groats to Land’s End-and back cycling record

Not many people can claim to have achieved so much on their first ever road bike — here's how Sarah Ruggins broke the 2,700km JOGLEJOG record in a little over five days, with the help of aero overshoes, 100g of carbs an hour and a fair few Mars Bars

Sat, May 17, 2025 07:10
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A belt drive, gearbox and e-mountain bike motor in one — Haibike’s AllMtn Trn/iq gets Pinion’s auto-shifting MGU motor that promises 10,000km of maintenance-free riding

Is this what every e-MTBer has been looking for? Up to 12 gears, next to no maintenance, bags of gearing range and super precise shifting under load, according to Pinion and Haibike

Wed, May 14, 2025 12:45
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You can now make your mechanical SRAM Eagle 70 or 90 drivetrain electric and wireless, as SRAM unveils GX AXS T-Type upgrade kit

New GX AXS upgrade kit allows users to upgrade Eagle 70 or Eagle 90 drivetrain to AXS wireless transmission

Tue, May 13, 2025 15:43
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Cowboy e-bikes recalled after reports of cracking between the headtube and downtube, posing “a serious risk of injuries”

Belgian brand Cowboy has recalled its C4 ST (Edition MR) e-bike after reports of frame cracks at the headtube-downtube weld, posing a "serious risk of injuries"

Mon, May 12, 2025 15:37
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Will Garmin’s new front light/4k camera combo set the new benchmark for recording bad drivers? Plus new gear from Litelok, Dynamic, Quad Lock + Carradice

​From ceramic coatings to camera-equipped lights, here's some of the latest cycling accessories we have in for review

Mon, May 12, 2025 13:31
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Would you trust Aldi’s £24.99 bike rack? Plus check out Trek’s root beer-coloured Madone, Rapha’s latest EF switch-out kit + more

All the hottest new tech from the middle of Aldi, Specialized, Rapha, Trek, Tailfin, Scott and more

Sat, May 10, 2025 11:00
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A double Castelli Espresso, a trio of top road bikes and Tern does it again — road.cc Recommends updated with 11 outstanding products

We've got plenty of recommendations for you this month, including jerseys, shorts, pedals, shoes and bikes. Pretty much full riding kit if you bought the lot...

Fri, May 09, 2025 16:19
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“If we had a WorldTour team, it would be a Tour de France bike”: Ribble’s flagship Ultra-Race “bridges the gap between pure aero and ultra-lightweight”

British brand uses new MT65 carbon to offer a 775g frame and complete bike weights below the UCI’s minimum limit

Wed, May 07, 2025 09:00
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Updated Cannondale Synapse endurance bike offers “desirability and performance”… and space for 42mm tyres

Updated Synapse “blends WorldTour-level aerodynamics and stiffness-to-weight with top-tier tyre clearance, compliance, and smart features”, according to Cannondale

Tue, May 06, 2025 13:30
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Would you buy a £350 inflatable bike helmet? Latest air-filled lid hopes to tempt commuters

We visited HEAD Lab at Imperial College London to watch Ventete's inflatable aH-1 helmet put through testing

Sun, May 04, 2025 09:00
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What’s going on with this hub we spotted in Mallorca? Plus Trek’s snakeskin finish, more 3D-printed saddle shenanigans and a kids’ bike that grows with your child

All the hottest new tech from Trek, Lavelle, Wahoo, Pas Normal Studios, Kickstarter and Posedla

Sat, May 03, 2025 11:00
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Hunt revamps Aerodynamicist wheel range to offer “class-leading aerodynamic performance-to-weight metrics with wide road tyres”

British wheel brand releases three new wheelsets with weights starting at 1,175g and prices from £1,149

Thu, May 01, 2025 14:00
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New version of Ado Air 20 gets Bafang’s automatic 3-speed motor

Don’t suppose we can really call it a single-speed at this point

Wed, Apr 30, 2025 12:11
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Met boasts its new wind tunnel is “the most advanced helmet development facility in the world”

The Tube is now a fully operational facility for testing helmets, bikes, rider positions, and aero equipment – so it might give Tadej Pogacar the edge he so badly needs

Tue, Apr 29, 2025 12:37
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Fizik’s new aero helmet, complete with ‘rear spoiler’ — plus fresh Castelli performance gear and new stuff from Boardman, Santini + Sportful

As the weather warms up, we're taking a closer look at some of the summer cycling clothing and helmets currently in for review

Mon, Apr 28, 2025 11:49
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What’s going on here, then? Winspace launches new T1600 aero road bike with extraordinary seatstay vents

Chinese brand is turning heads with its new T1600 aero bike, featuring distinctive D-shaped vents designed to cut turbulence and reduce drag

Mon, Apr 28, 2025 10:45
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Can this AI-powered rear camera for cyclists spot danger before you do? Plus reaction to Fasten’s innovative Switch Wheel System, Factor launches new Monza road bike + more

All the hottest new tech from Factor, Hawkeye, Café du Cycliste, Fasten and Uno-X Mobility

Sat, Apr 26, 2025 11:00
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Latest Reviews

Ekoi PW8 CrMo Pedals

Massive surface area and low weight means plenty of pedalling efficiency
Tue, Sep 22, 2026 10:00
£167.40
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Shimano Deore M6200 four piston brakes

Easier bleeding, refined ergonomics, and solid trail power: the trail riders’ standard
Tue, Sep 22, 2026 09:51
£149.99
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Thule InLock Universal Panel

Decent stab at a quiet, light, secure luggage system
Mon, Sep 21, 2026 10:00
£24.99
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Thule Shield Pannier 22L with InLock

Lightweight, quiet and tough way to carry 22L of stuff
Sun, Sep 20, 2026 16:00
£89.99
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Orbea Kimu 24 H10 TR kid’s MTB

The Kimu 24 H10 TR is a superb bike for inspiring young riders to develop their off-road riding skills. It has been an awful lot of fun and has given us the confidence to tackle more ambitious trails than ever before, together.
Sun, Sep 20, 2026 11:00
£1149.00
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Redshift Sports Mousetrap Pedal Adaptors

Brilliant, fast, easy, tool-free conversion enables you to ride SPDs in normal shoes
Sat, Sep 19, 2026 13:00
£49.99
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Lezyne Strip Drive Front

A bright light with a good battery, but an odd form factor
Fri, Sep 18, 2026 10:00
£40.00
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Built for Athletes Black Cycling Backpack

Robust bag with good protection from the elements, but does it justify its price?
Thu, Sep 17, 2026 10:00
£199.99
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Canyon Grail CFR Di2 gravel bike

A fast, capable gravel race bike with excellent handling and tyre clearance, but the specification leaves room for improvement.
Thu, Sep 17, 2026 10:00
£6200.00
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Volt Urban LS

Good quality city bike with maintenance-free automatic gears
Wed, Sep 16, 2026 16:00
£1899.00
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Vistella Firefly Plus

A good way to boost visibility, but not the best for more serious cycling
Wed, Sep 16, 2026 10:00
£39.99
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Cotic Escapade frameset

Excellent UK build quality, matched by a stunning ride quality and easy to live with geometry
Tue, Sep 15, 2026 10:18
£1999.00
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