Tech News

Cranklock: Go faster by stopping your pedals going round

Really. Go faster downhill, anyway.

Sat, Aug 01, 2009 08:07

First look: Bullitt Cargo bike

Classy load-lugger from Copenhagen via London

Fri, Jul 24, 2009 11:20

Just in: Boardman Pro Carbon

First look at a light, lush carbon monocoque for [just] under £1500

Thu, Jul 23, 2009 04:00

Sugoi launch H.O.V range designed to look good on and off bike

Technical clothing that works off the bike is this year's fashion

Tue, Jul 21, 2009 14:04

First ride + video: Ultegra 6700 groupset

We've got some, and we like it. Quite a lot.

Tue, Jul 21, 2009 11:52

First Rides: Burls Ti Audax

Making a month’s salary last a lifetime?

Mon, Jul 20, 2009 10:07

Charge 2010 sneak peak: New Juicer, Griffin Plug and more

Chubby chap in shorts mixes it with fixed gear fashionistas… for you

Fri, Jul 17, 2009 09:30

Exclusive first look: Charge Lazy Susan

Dutch bike with attitude from urban chicsters Charge

Thu, Jul 16, 2009 12:28

Next week is Cycling Essentials week at Lidl

All sorts of cheap kit in stores from July 23

Thu, Jul 16, 2009 09:41

Tour Tech: SRAM shifters, more on the Trek Speed Concept, Di2 glitches… and race radio

Shifting, profiling and tweeting from the Tour

Tue, Jul 14, 2009 10:23

Tour tech: Giant Trinity Advanced SL TT bike on sale from September

Bike ridden by Rabobank at the Tour and with an impressive palmares goes into production

Sat, Jul 11, 2009 13:18

Win £500 of Maxgear goodies

Get your name in the hat for a big pile of kit

Fri, Jul 10, 2009 11:48

Dublin city bike hire scheme to start September

Advertising giant funds commuter scheme - and new billboards

Thu, Jul 09, 2009 12:17

Just in: Van Nicholas Astraeus

About as shiny as they come

Thu, Jul 09, 2009 03:00

Lance Armstrong on new TT bike, Tour de France 2009 (Photosport Intl)

Tour Tech: Trek and Specialized – battle of the prototypes

Secret weapons unleashed on the streets of Montpellier

Tue, Jul 07, 2009 10:51

Tour Tech: who’s on Di2?

Who's riding wired, who's staying with cables

Mon, Jul 06, 2009 13:34

Tour tech: Fabian Cancellara’s Yellow RED

When is Red not red?

Mon, Jul 06, 2009 09:47

Trek’s 2010 Madones debut in Monaco

Stiffer, lighter, more compliant... ring any bells?

Fri, Jul 03, 2009 09:39

Halfords unveil Urban Mover electric bike range

Automatic for the people

Thu, Jul 02, 2009 13:59

Tour tech: Giro get their thinking hats on to save Prologue seconds

New lid more slippery than ever

Thu, Jul 02, 2009 12:13

Rotor 3D cranks Tour de France edition [2

Tour tech: Rotor crank up the yellow for Sastre

Slippery kit, special frames, what next? Yellow cranks!

Thu, Jul 02, 2009 08:47

Cervelo to wear Castelli’s new aero jersey for Tour de France

Can a jersey save you 10W of effort? Castelli say it can...

Tue, Jun 30, 2009 11:59

Cervelo launch two limited edition Tour framesets: the R3SL and S3

50 R3-SLs come with yellow jersey signed by Carlos Sastre

Mon, Jun 29, 2009 08:53

Halo Schwag Grab: winners announced! (finally)

Win some colourful rubber for you and your bike!

Fri, Jun 26, 2009 10:07

Just in: Kona Ute

A big boned load hauler to replace your car?

Fri, Jun 26, 2009 07:55

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Fast-rolling and super supple XC tyre with surprising levels of grip

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A good performer in a range of weather conditions but the fit is a little compromised

Fri, Mar 13, 2026 10:00

£30.00

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

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£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

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Pinnacle Energy

An easy to get along with everyday e-bike

Wed, Feb 25, 2026 16:00

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Merida eOne-Forty 675 EQ

Wed, Feb 18, 2026 15:45

£5400

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

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

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

Muc-Off Hey Dipstick!

It accurately shows you your remaining sealant levels. And it’s pink

Sat, Feb 14, 2026 12:45

£10.00

Lezyne Smart Energy Caddy

Spacious top tube caddy, if your phone can fit in it

Fri, Feb 13, 2026 09:45

£32.00

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