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Reilly unveils the Reflex, a titanium gravel race bike prototype to “take fast gravel riding to the next level”

Being shown off to the world for the first time at the Cycle Show today, the Reflex is fully integrated, can take dynamo lights and a dropper post and has clearance for whopping 55mm tyres

Fri, Apr 21, 2023 16:17
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Wahoo introduces Summit Freeride routeless climb detection feature to Elemnt GPS bike computers – so no more nasty surprises

You can now have climb-specific information displayed automatically on your screen whether or not you’re following a planned route, as Garmin does with its ClimbPro ascent planner

Thu, Apr 20, 2023 12:00
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Lapierre introduces Pulsium AllRoad as “the ultimate two-in-one bike” for asphalt and forest

Two-bike range gives you the option of Lapierre’s elastomer-based SAT system that’s designed to filter out vibration on rougher roads

Thu, Apr 20, 2023 11:57
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Thule unveils the Epos bike rack

Thule’s bike rack answer to the burgeoning bigger bike-tyre conundrum

Wed, Apr 19, 2023 15:56
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Ban on disposal of bike tyres in landfill moves closer

England and Wales set to ban bicycle tyres and inner tubes from landfill, says head of Velorim – which manages The National Bicycle Tyre Recycling Scheme

Tue, Apr 18, 2023 11:20
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Five cool bikes we’re testing right now from Orro, Cinelli, Moda, Giant and Frog

Apart from the kids' bike, our other four selections are around the not-too-outrageous £3k price point, and there is something for every terrain and type of rider

Mon, Apr 17, 2023 13:58
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Is SRAM planning flax wheels for vibration damping? Plus tech news from Muc-Off, Quoc, Restrap, and loads more

It looks like SRAM – or its wheel brand Zipp – is exploring natural fibres as a way of improving comfort and safety; and check out the bike that’s powered by magnets

Sat, Apr 15, 2023 11:00
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You can now have a coffee stop and ‘teleport’ on Zwift — virtual training platform releases new spring and summer updates

​Other new features include famous real-world climbs, pack dynamics and an update to Zwift's Action Bar

Wed, Apr 12, 2023 11:47
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This year’s Paris-Roubaix was the fastest ever — is it all because of aero bikes?

Is aero everything? Did the tyre-pressure adjusting hubs deliver? We have a look at the tech choices for this famous cobbled classic

Wed, Apr 12, 2023 11:33
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The Terra CLX II is Roval’s lightest gravel wheelset

The fresh hoops promise to out-perform in weight and toughness

Wed, Apr 12, 2023 11:11
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Quoc launches two new off-road shoes – and a pair of slippers

The Gran Tourer XC and Escape Off-Road offer options for more aggressive off-road riding

Wed, Apr 12, 2023 07:59
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Mavic superlight X-Tend e-bike motor system first ride: an e-road revolution?

Mavic's new compact motor weighs just 1.2kg, in a break with tradition from the legendary wheel and component specialists

Tue, Apr 11, 2023 20:44
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Roval says new Alpinist SLX wheels are “the pinnacle of what can be achieved with alloy”

“Lightweight wheels feel better to ride,” says Roval as it unveils new model featuring DT Swiss 350 hubs. They look a reasonable price too

Tue, Apr 11, 2023 16:00
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Garmin offers more solar charging with new Edge 540 and Edge 840 Series GPS cycling computers

Updated coaching and navigational features trickle down from the Edge 1040 to four mid-range models

Tue, Apr 11, 2023 10:59
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WTF? Check out Shimano’s system for moving your cleats automatically as you ride – plus top tech news from Trek, Oakley, MyWhoosh, Komoot, and more

We have brand-new eyewear, helmets, virtual routes, clothing – even a changing robe – along with a 'stop ride' notice on a popular stem

Sat, Apr 08, 2023 11:00
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Is Trek’s new road bike really aluminium? Updated Émonda ALR features new frame with Kammtail aero tubing and fully integrated cables

Trek says its third-generation bikes are “affordable, ultra-lightweight and faster than ever”. Also available in more subdued colour schemes!

Thu, Apr 06, 2023 06:30
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road.cc Recommends updated with 17 of our best-scoring reviewed products from Canyon, Merida, Giant, Handsling, Spatz + more

Check out the latest products that have earned a hallowed Recommends badge

Wed, Apr 05, 2023 11:22
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Team DSM set to use on-the-fly tyre pressure adjustment at Paris-Roubaix

The innovative Scope Atmoz hubs will make their debut on the Hell of the North’s cobbles following a “test year” in 2022, while Jumbo-Visma are also rumoured to be racing on Sunday with their own adjustable pressure system

Wed, Apr 05, 2023 11:07
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Classified introduces MTB-specific Powershift hub

Powershift boost hub brings the “front mech killer” system to the trails

Tue, Apr 04, 2023 07:00
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​Five cool tech products to track your bike’s whereabouts from Topeak, Lezyne and Bikefinder

From multiple places you can hide an AirTag on your bike to a complete bike tracking subscription service, these cool products are with road.cc reviewers at the moment

Mon, Apr 03, 2023 13:35
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Canyon gets into titanium, plus the rest of the week’s tech news from SRAM, DT Swiss, Kask, Silca, and loads more

Find out about the 3D-printed power meter that costs £4,400, graphene-infused cycle clothing, a rainbow anodised bottle cage, and the world’s first gravel-specific skin suit. It’s all happening!

Sat, Apr 01, 2023 11:00
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New Campagnolo patent applications reveal wireless derailleurs

Each derailleur will have its own SRAM-style clip-on battery rather than a Shimano-esque central battery to power both

Thu, Mar 30, 2023 15:45
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Tailfin shows off its new top tube pack

New pack comes in five sizes and can fit a range of bikes

Thu, Mar 30, 2023 11:51
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Forget about folders… the Pop-Cycle’s sliding frame aims to revolutionise the compact bike genre

The Pop-Cycle has a unique sliding frame design that reduces its size by about a third, a claimed world first. Could it take on the mighty folder as the ultimate space-saving commuter bike?

Wed, Mar 29, 2023 14:38
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On-the-fly tyre pressure adjustment appears on Dwars door Vlaanderen cobbles

Jumbo-Visma rider uses Gravaa KAPS technology with a pump integrated into the hub; will we also see it in the Tour of Flanders and Paris-Roubaix?

Wed, Mar 29, 2023 13:33
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