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F1-inspired aero helmet tech, smart cooling innovation for your indoor training fan, plus more cool things from Scicon Sports, Altura and Nook Hack

Smart tech, clever cycling accessories and tools, aero helmets and more - all currently in for review

Mon, May 11, 2026 15:08
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Check out the craziest bike you’ll see this week, alien-themed clothing from Assos, Pogacar’s Colnago that’s up for auction + more

It’s time for our tech round-up, this week featuring all the hottest new stuff from Assos, SunGod, Santini, Vittoria... and Lego

Sat, May 09, 2026 12:00
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A gravel bike with “almost faultless performance” and the best bike computer we’ve reviewed for a long while: road.cc Recommends updated with nine excellent cycling products

Our April round-up impressed for a variety of reasons including value, features and aesthetics. Here are the nine products that impressed us most

Fri, May 08, 2026 13:31
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Brompton unveils P Line Mk II folding bike

London brand refines its lightweight performance folder with carbon fork and new components

Thu, May 07, 2026 00:01
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Wilier’s new Rapida road bike comes with 36mm tyre clearance and sub-£3k price

New model blends race-inspired aerodynamics with a more forgiving geometry and space for wider tyres, with prices starting at £2,999

Wed, May 06, 2026 10:00
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The “world’s lightest” e-bike conversion kit just launched on Kickstarter and has already smashed its crowdfunding target: Cyplore is aimed squarely at road and gravel bikes with a performance focus

Cyplore combines a rear hub motor, aero bottle-style battery and wireless control system, and comes as either a ready-to-ride wheel or a build kit

Wed, Apr 29, 2026 18:12
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Campagnolo goes 13 again: new Record 13 groupset aims to bring top-tier performance at a lower price

Sharing tech with Super Record 13, Campagnolo’s new Record 13 range adds a slightly heavier but more affordable entry point to its 13-speed platform for road and gravel

Wed, Apr 29, 2026 13:00
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Carbon frame and electronic shifting for under £2,200? Polygon’s new Strattos promises a “sharper price point” for all-road bikes

The new Polygon Strattos comes in four builds, with mechanical and electronic shifting options and 34mm tyre clearance, starting at €1,599 and weighing from 8.7kg. The entry-level model also comes equipped with Shimano's new 11-speed Tiagra groupset

Tue, Apr 28, 2026 15:00
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Scribe’s new Gravel Ultra wheelset “improves performance in every area” and gets built-in pressure sensor

String spokes, aero gains and widths to support fat tyres. Scribe's new wheelsets are destined for modern gravel and prices start at £999

Tue, Apr 28, 2026 12:46
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Tadej Pogačar’s Scicon sunglasses, a self-cleaning water bottle from Sans plus more cool things from Castelli, Le Col and Halfords

Summer-ready cycling kit, pro-level eyewear, and a bottle that cleans itself - here's what's currently in for review

Mon, Apr 27, 2026 12:31
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Can this “revolutionary” solid graphite block really lube your chain better? Plus Genesis updates popular models, bike racks with parking sensors + more

It's time for our tech round-up, this week featuring all the hottest new stuff from Elite, Thule, Genesis, Ineos Grenadiers and more

Sat, Apr 25, 2026 12:00
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Felt’s all-new Breed gravel bike weighs just 7kg

Updated Breed platform targets outright speed with a 950g frame and aero tweaks along with clearance for tyres up to 54mm

Fri, Apr 24, 2026 16:30
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Which is the hardest endurance sport? Double-Olympic triathlon champ Alistair Brownlee has crunched the stats to find out

Alistair Brownlee has dug into thousands of athlete sessions to find out which sport is the hardest, so where does cycling rank in his standings? The results might surprise you

Fri, Apr 24, 2026 11:57
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Zipp unveils its lightest wheelset ever: 202 NSW returns

SRAM-owned Zipp revives its 202 NSW climbing wheelset with a claimed weight of just 1,090g

Thu, Apr 23, 2026 15:00
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Revived e-bike specialist VanMoof launches the S6, its first new model since McLaren Applied takeover

VanMoof is back with what it calls the "ultimate e-bike". Visually it looks similar but inside it's had the McLaren Applied treatment 

Tue, Apr 21, 2026 14:52
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No more gears: meet the new e-bike drive system with no mechanical link between the pedals and rear wheel

Niche Mobility has unveiled a prototype drive unit that uses a fully automatic digital system with regenerative braking and a reverse gear, with a launch targeted for 2027

Tue, Apr 21, 2026 11:08
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Coospo’s radar tail light rivals Garmin, Cycplus impresses with a sub-£400 smart trainer, and Ravemen and Moon deliver standout lighting: road.cc Recommends updated with eight great cycling products

A mix of products feature in March’s Recommends, spanning cold-weather kit, lighting, training tech and more

Tue, Apr 21, 2026 09:00
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Scope’s wheels with “Aeroscales”, Felt’s lightweight aero bike plus more cool things from Vision, Scott and Gloria

The latest wheelsets and bikes have arrived for review - here’s a first look

Mon, Apr 20, 2026 12:26
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Budget boost? Hutchinson says £14.99 GP Explorer tyre sets “a new benchmark for entry-level road performance” – plus Thule’s new bike rack that incorporates parking sensors, and loads more from Castelli, POC, Panaracer, Boyd…

French brand brings a new dual-compound tyre to the bargain end of the market, while this week’s tech round-up also features smart cooling for indoor training, Thule’s bike rack that incorporates parking sensors, deep-section carbon wheels, limited-edition kit drops and loads more

Sat, Apr 18, 2026 12:00
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“We wanted to move away from the white lines and marginal gains”: Look’s new G85 Cezal combines road precision with MTB spirit

Look's latest gravel bike is built for the rule breakers with gravel specific geometry, catering to riders new and experienced

Thu, Apr 16, 2026 14:00
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Maxxis goes all in on 32″ wheels with new tyre range and all-new Aspen AT

32" wheels are here to stay, and now tyres are available to suit more bike types

Thu, Apr 16, 2026 13:00
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Colnago unveils C72 road bike: new Italian-built flagship model blends updated lug design, hidden storage and extra comfort

Handmade in Italy and limited to 3,000 frames a year, Colnago’s latest C Series bike refines its signature lugged construction with a redesigned chassis, integrated cockpit and subtle geometry tweaks – but it doesn’t come cheap

Wed, Apr 15, 2026 14:00
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Shimano expands CUES 11-speed range with lighter cassette and rear derailleur – but how does it fit with the new Tiagra groupset?

A new CUES rear derailleur arrives alongside the same cassette featured in Shimano's updated Tiagra 11-speed groupset, bringing Hyperglide shifting into the mix

Wed, Apr 15, 2026 08:00
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“The fastest all-round road racing wheel system Hunt has ever made or tested”: UK brand says new wheels are quicker than the ones Pogacar used to win the Tour de France

5AM Limitless wheelset uses a deeper and wider front rim for aero gains and a shallower, narrower rear rim to keep weight down

Fri, Apr 10, 2026 15:00
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BMC electrifies its Teammachine flagship road race bike with launch of Teammachine 01 AMP, featuring super light TQ mid-motor

BMC now has two electric road bikes in its line-up, with the Teammachine offering a faster, racier ride than the endurance-focused Roadmachine AMP. Prices range from €7,999 up to a lofty €13,499

Thu, Apr 09, 2026 17:09
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Latest Reviews

Teravail Camrock 29 x 2.4 tyre review

Fast-rolling and super supple XC tyre with surprising levels of grip
Sun, Apr 19, 2026 11:00
£75.00
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Madison Flux Waterproof Trail riding gloves review

A good performer in a range of weather conditions but the fit is a little compromised
Fri, Mar 13, 2026 10:00
£30.00
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Brooks Cambium C17 Carved saddle

Extremely flexible and takes the buzz out of the trail, but it’s heavy and takes some getting used to
Wed, Mar 11, 2026 10:00
£125.00
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Troy Lee Designs Speed Pro Elbow Guards

Minimalist, lightweight trail and XC protection that’s comfy and breathable
Mon, Mar 09, 2026 09:16
£70.00
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Pinnacle Energy

An easy to get along with everyday e-bike
Wed, Feb 25, 2026 16:00
£1999.00
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Merida eOne-Forty 675 EQ

Wed, Feb 18, 2026 15:45
£5400
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Galibier GrandTour Female Jacket

A great value, versatile jacket with excellent reflective details, though a shame about the fit
Tue, Feb 17, 2026 09:45
£86.00
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Lezyne CNC Digital Drive 3.5

Solid in action, comfortable to use and finished to a high standard – and its all-round quality justifies its price
Mon, Feb 16, 2026 09:45
£130.00
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Merida Crossway L 300

Very good choice if you want on- and off-road versatility and the comfort of suspension in a step-through frame
Sun, Feb 15, 2026 15:45
£875.00
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Muc-Off Hey Dipstick!

It accurately shows you your remaining sealant levels. And it’s pink
Sat, Feb 14, 2026 12:45
£10.00
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Lezyne Smart Energy Caddy

Spacious top tube caddy, if your phone can fit in it
Fri, Feb 13, 2026 09:45
£32.00
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Wahoo Kickr Core 2 trainer

A good indoor trainer, at a good price – software fixes would make this significantly better
Thu, Feb 12, 2026 09:45
£499.99
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