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Five cool things coming soon from Shimano, Mason, Endura, Lazer, and Craft Cadence

Take a look at some of the coolest products we have in for review on road.cc right now, including Shimano‘s new 12-speed Ultegra 8100 Di2 groupset

Tue, May 17, 2022 15:00

Zipp says using a Wahoo Kickr Rollr will void your wheel warranty

Indoor trainer that clamps front wheel in place causes “significant flexing to the rim”, says Zipp; Wahoo fires back

Mon, May 16, 2022 09:54

road.cc Recommends updated with 14 brilliant products from Boardman, Endura, Oxford, Giro, Sonder + more

Our collection of the best products we've reviewed in the past month has been updated, with 14 things making the Recommends grade

Sun, May 15, 2022 13:30

What happens if you put a giant propeller on a bike? Plus new stuff from Rapha, Campagnolo, Ritchey, Selle Italia, Lezyne + more

Check out a crazy engineering challenge and loads of cool new kit from some of the biggest brands in cycling

Sat, May 14, 2022 11:00

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Hide AirTags inside your tyres with Muc-Off’s new Tag Holder

The holder allows for an AirTag to be stowed inside tubeless off-road tyres

Fri, May 13, 2022 10:23

First Look: VAAST Bikes A/1 Apex 700c – A magnesium framed all-road bike

A magnesium framed gravel bike with a comfortable but fast geometry

Wed, May 11, 2022 14:59

You can now buy bike insurance through Decathlon

Sports retail giant’s website allows you to compare multiple insurance policies, no matter where you bought your bike

Wed, May 11, 2022 13:39

Zara Outdoor cycling collection – Faded sweatshirt 2

Cycling hits the high street: Zara launches its first ever women’s cycling clothing collection

The Spanish retailer has teamed up with Fizik and adventure cyclist Sami Sauri as part of its ‘Outdoor’ range

Wed, May 11, 2022 12:19

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“World’s strongest folding lock” smashes Kickstarter funding target within 24 hours

Seatylock’s Foldylock Forever has a Sold Secure Bicycle Gold rating and has nearly hit 500% of its target

Wed, May 11, 2022 11:18

Sagan’s safety standards: Roval revives tubeless for Rapide II and Alpinist II

After a tubeless tyre blew off an original Alpinist CLX wheel, Specialized’s component brand developed new safety tests to ensure it wouldn't happen again. Oh, and they're faster too

Tue, May 10, 2022 16:00

Five cool things coming soon from Garmin, Wahoo, Scott, Vredestein, and Squirt

Check out some of the best products we’re testing right now, with full reviews coming soon on road.cc

Tue, May 10, 2022 15:30

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CeramicSpeed debuts aero rear derailleur cage

For those who take their aero efficiency really, really seriously; Astana Qazaqstan riders used new component in the Giro d'Italia over the weekend

Mon, May 09, 2022 13:39

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Just In: check out Classified’s super-innovative Powershift drivetrain

…and take a look at our video of the Belgian brand – and all-round cycling legend Tom Boonen – explaining why you should be interested in this clever design

Mon, May 09, 2022 11:34

Does the SuperWheel REALLY offer power assistance without a battery? Plus Hunt’s new lightweight alloy wheels, prototype Cadex superbike, Black Inc’s fastest ever disc wheel + more

Catch up with all of this week’s big – and not so big – bike and equipment news

Sat, May 07, 2022 11:00

First Look: Surly Ghost Grappler – A gravel bike designed around the handlebar

This steel framed gravel bike gets a comfy and stable drop bar position and loads of accessory mounts

Fri, May 06, 2022 09:17

Bryton’s new flagship Rider S800 cycle computer has 36 hours of battery life

New device with 3.4” touchscreen supports advanced training metrics including cycling dynamics, alongside navigational features

Thu, May 05, 2022 08:00

Upright cycling water bottle has an angled top to “maintain an aerodynamic position” while sipping, and it’s crowdfunding on Kickstarter

The idea is that you don’t have to tilt your head to hydrate, which Nothirst claims can reduce drag by up to 35% compared to using a traditional bottle

Wed, May 04, 2022 15:21

Five cool things coming soon from Fulcrum, Met, Apidura, Ergon and Quoc

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

Tue, May 03, 2022 15:30

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Santini launches new Maillot Jaune collection to celebrate the Tour de France

The supplier of the official TDF yellow jersey has unveiled a separate (surprisingly not that yellow) clothing collection that "celebrates the uniqueness of the Tour de France"

Mon, May 02, 2022 14:40

Silca’s ridiculously expensive 3D ti computer mount: the cheaper sequel, plus new aero Hunt wheels, SIS’s ‘ground-breaking’ study + more

Would you spend £116 on a computer mount? Plus the rest of this week’s tech news

Sat, Apr 30, 2022 11:00

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Campagnolo launches ‘all-gravel’ carbon wheelset weighing 1,485g

New 30mm deep option has an asymmetric carbon fibre rim and comes with a luxury mirror-like finish

Fri, Apr 29, 2022 12:00

Tailfin develops dry bag storage system designed specifically around Cargo Cages

New Speed Hook system is designed to eliminate the “tedious nature of traditional ‘daisy chain’ style closed strap guide loop system”

Thu, Apr 28, 2022 11:10

Specialized brings 3D-printed Mirror saddle tech to £290 Power Pro

The move makes the 3D-printed saddle construction a little bit more affordable

Thu, Apr 28, 2022 10:37

2022 Gary Blem Chris Froome mechanic – 1

Chris Froome’s mechanic agrees with his boss: “I’m not a huge fan of disc brakes”

Gary Blem says disc brake performance isn’t yet where it needs to be, manufacturers forced the tech onto the peloton, and believes that Froome will reach the top again

Wed, Apr 27, 2022 11:42

Felt launches race-focused Breed Carbon gravel bike that’s dialled for speed

New aero-optimised gravel bike has clearance for 50mm tyres, is dropper post-ready, plus it comes with a proprietary vibration-damping seatpost sleeve for comfort

Wed, Apr 27, 2022 08:40