Tech News

Strava launches new section for Tour de France with pro rider uploads all in one place

New section of the Strava app will make it easier to check out the top performances from the day’s racing in France across the men’s and women’s events

Tue, Mar 29, 2022 08:21
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Five cool things coming soon from Fulcrum, Shokz, Scicon, Oxford Aqua and UDOG

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

Mon, Mar 28, 2022 15:00
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Find past Strava activities on a single map with new Find That Ride website

New website lets you easily browse previous activities to find rides in a specific area

Mon, Mar 28, 2022 11:35
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Is the TiltBike the future of indoor cycling? Plus Tubolito’s unpuncturable gravel tubes; clothing from Santini, Velobici & La Passione; Brooks England’s new saddle; and gravel-specific handlebar grips!

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

Sat, Mar 26, 2022 12:00
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It wasn’t just the dropper post: Matej Mohorič used “secret” wheel bearings and bigger disc rotors for Milan–San Remo win

Mohorič also told the road.cc Podcast that he would have crashed on his death-defying descent of the Poggio if it wasn't for the modifications made to his Merida Scultura, that was prepped weeks in advance

Thu, Mar 24, 2022 18:31
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Hammerhead now shows upcoming climb elevation without a pre-loaded route

New Predictive Path Technology builds on Hammerhead’s Climber overlay feature for helping you pace climbs

Thu, Mar 24, 2022 13:00
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Want “your most realistic” indoor ride yet? The Tacx Neo Motion Plates bring multidirectional movement to the Neo smart trainer

Snap these onto the base of the Neo 2T, Neo 2 or Neo smart trainer for forward and backward movement that’s claimed to mimic the feeling of riding outdoors

Thu, Mar 24, 2022 10:22
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A 5000 lumen bike light that weighs just 49g is crowdfunding on Kickstarter

BYB Tech's Focus One is described as "the first ultraportable high-beam light for your bicycle" and can be operated with a remote trigger

Wed, Mar 23, 2022 13:04
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Orro expands Terra gravel range with steel and aluminium models, plus a new e-bike

British brand adds adventure bike with load carrying capability and its first electric bike

Wed, Mar 23, 2022 13:02
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Bentley launches a £450 balance bike with diamond-quilted handlebars

This balance bike has a 650g magnesium alloy frame, rear disc brake and "will redefine your child’s first biking experience" according to the luxury car brand

Wed, Mar 23, 2022 12:20
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Vitus ZX-1 Evo CRS gets Shimano’s new Ultegra R8100 groupset

Excellent road bikes gets an upgrade to 12-speed; SRAM builds are available too

Tue, Mar 22, 2022 21:45
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Show stoppers: Mavic drop 1,225g carbon-spoked wheels and more from Orro, Colnago and more

Mega bike tech gallery featuring Colnago, Mavic, Giro, Orro, Michelin, Hope and more

Tue, Mar 22, 2022 17:39
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Canyon unveils two shiny special edition Ultimate road bikes while we wait for the new one

Surely it's coming soon? But if you can't wait and have £5,999 to spend, these special edition existing Ultimates with patented glass pearl pigmentation might be up your street

Tue, Mar 22, 2022 16:50
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The new Allez Sprint is the ‘world’s first alloy superbike’, claims Specialized

The aero gains on the new Specialized Allez Sprint are claimed to come from the updated tube shaping, Tarmac SL7 fork and seatpost and integrated cable routing

Tue, Mar 22, 2022 15:59
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The best camera for cycling? Insta360’s new ONE RS now has built-in stabilisation

More than just an action camera, the ONE RS also doubles up as a 360-degree live streaming camera

Tue, Mar 22, 2022 13:00
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Five cool things coming soon from Zipp, Pro, Fizik, Panaracer and Ryder Innovation

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

Mon, Mar 21, 2022 16:00
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What do you think of Shimano’s unique new handlebar design? Plus eco wood bikes now on Cycle to Work scheme, new Paris-Roubaix and ‘Hell Yeah’ themed kit + more

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

Sat, Mar 19, 2022 12:00
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Garmin patents rear-view bike camera triggered by approaching dangers

System could automatically collect video evidence of close passes and collisions

Wed, Mar 16, 2022 15:38
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Silca says new Ultimate Tubeless Sealant has race sealing performance and lasts up to year

Very lightweight carbon fibres combined with foaming technology is claimed to guarantee even dispersion throughout the sealant for faster sealing

Tue, Mar 15, 2022 16:00
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Swiss Side launches versatile Hadron2 All-Road wheelset that can take up to 65mm tyres

45mm deep aero rims still appear on these wheels that are designed to take on poor quality roads

Tue, Mar 15, 2022 11:42
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Five cool things coming soon from Scribe, Garmin, Wizard Works, Altura and Cafe du Cycliste

More of the best wheels, bags and clothing we're testing right now, with full reviews coming soon

Mon, Mar 14, 2022 16:30
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How to make sure you get a Vitus 2022 bike, new Rapha & Orbea clothing, Map My Track app for clubs, Pirelli tyres now made in Italy, Alba sunnies + more

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

Sat, Mar 12, 2022 12:00
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SRAM acquires cycling apparel brand Velocio

American bicycle component manufacturer keeps on adding to its portfolio, with the cycle apparel brand coming on board just after the recent Hammerhead acquisition

Thu, Mar 10, 2022 12:48
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Michelin launches ‘fastest ever road tyre’, the Power Cup

Independent testing for grip and puncture protection also found the Power Cup is competitive in the road race category, but not class-leading

Thu, Mar 10, 2022 12:00
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Udog’s lightweight Cima shoe comes with one-piece knitted upper

The ends of the laces are hidden in a pocket on the tongue of this breathable new design

Thu, Mar 10, 2022 09:00
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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