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Join the Ineos Grenadiers on a virtual training camp with Zwift

Work out alongside Tour de France Winners, Olympic and World Champions in this new 12-event series exclusively on Zwift's online platform

Fri, Jan 14, 2022 10:50
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Strava adds ‘Points of Interest’ to its mapping tool

Landmarks, bike shops and cafes are marked out on the app and browser for subscribers and free users

Thu, Jan 13, 2022 18:00
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Argon 18 reveals high-end Sum and Sum Pro road bikes

Completely new models combine light weight and aero efficiency and are designed for versatility

Thu, Jan 13, 2022 17:48
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Morvélo relaunches F**k Cancer socks with all profits donated to charity

So far £35k has been raised, with all profits going to Cancer Research UK, Macmillan and St Gemma's Hospice

Wed, Jan 12, 2022 10:17
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Musguard updates its removable, rollable bike mudguards with increased compatibility

The mudguards made from a 0.8 mm thin sheet of recycled polypropylene are claimed to remain stable on any bicycle and rough terrain too

Tue, Jan 11, 2022 11:25
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Five cool things coming soon from DMT, Pinnacle, 100%, NoPinz and Cushion Aid

Here’s your latest look at the hottest cycling kit and gear we’ve had delivered to the road.cc HQ, with full reports coming soon…

Mon, Jan 10, 2022 16:30
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Strapless cycling bib shorts, huh? Adidas’ bib shorts that don’t actually have bibs…

Did you know the ‘bibs’ of bib shorts refers to the shoulder straps?

Mon, Jan 10, 2022 12:20
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Check out these innovative new Tensione shoes from Italian startup Udog

Laces connect to straps that run between the insole and the outsole, designed to improve comfort and support

Mon, Jan 10, 2022 09:00
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Take a look at Specialized’s Roubaix Pro which aims to prove that ‘smoother is faster’

Specialized says: “Don’t call it a comfort bike, because performance was behind every engineering decision we made”...

Sun, Jan 09, 2022 21:30
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SMART Tire Company unveils new second-generation prototype of ‘space-age’ metal tyres

The start-up’s founders pitched the puncture-proof tyres to investors on TV show Shark Tank, but failed to receive an offer

Sun, Jan 09, 2022 14:21
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6 cycling gadgets from CES 2022 featuring Garmin, Echelon, Apeman, Jabra + more

The Consumer Electronics Show has returned with more exciting new tech. Here’s our pick of the most interesting cycling-related gadgets…

Thu, Jan 06, 2022 14:55
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Tour de Zwift returns this January with shorter weekday rides and longer weekend ones

This eight stage tour is for Zwifters of all abilities, so riders will be able to choose from three distance-based categories for each stage

Wed, Jan 05, 2022 11:35
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Specialized reveals 2022 Tarmac SL7 bikes for its men’s and women’s WorldTour teams

Take a look at the new team bikes of Quick-Step Alpha Vinyl, SD Worx, TotalEnergies, and BORA-hansgrohe

Wed, Jan 05, 2022 11:25
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Coming soon: road.cc Recommends awards 2021/22

Starting next week, we'll reveal the best bikes, components, accessories, and clothing that we’ve reviewed over the past year

Wed, Jan 05, 2022 11:15
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Five cool things coming soon from Look, Northwave, Topeak, Velocio and Pro

Here’s a look at the latest and coolest gear we’ve been testing over festive hols, with full reviews on the way soon….

Tue, Jan 04, 2022 16:30
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Garmin launches Venu 2 Plus and Vivomove Sport smartwatches

Garmin has kicked off 2022 by releasing two new smartwatches with the Venu 2 Plus closing the gap somewhat to the likes of the Apple Watch and Samsung Galaxy Watch

Tue, Jan 04, 2022 16:16
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Is Zwift’s Tron bike coming to life? Affordable new Zwift smart bike and Zwift Wheel direct driver trainer revealed in research survey

The virtual racing platform appears to be imminently releasing its own equipment with a new smart bike “hypothetically priced” at £1,700 and the turbo is £900

Tue, Jan 04, 2022 14:15
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ArmaUrto says its impact-protection products don’t increase drag… and can sometimes reduce it

Wind tunnel testing suggests that lightweight polymer padding can even improve aero performance in some situations

Fri, Dec 31, 2021 12:52
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Shokz (formerly AfterShokz) unveils OpenRun bone conduction headphones with quick-charge function

Forgot to charge them? Plug in for 10 minutes and Shokz says you’ll have tunes motivating you along a 1.5hr ride

Wed, Dec 29, 2021 08:00
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Restrap unveils Carry Cage to increase your bike’s load-carrying capacity

Three adjustable mounting points allow the cage to be positioned in a variety of ways to take extra bottles or camping equipment

Sat, Dec 25, 2021 08:00
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Five cool things coming soon from Bont, Specialized, 4iiii, Galibier and Exogard

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

Mon, Dec 20, 2021 16:30
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Fit That Bike offers online bike fit subscriptions for your whole family or whole bike collection

Detailed video and written instructions on how to set up your bike to match your determined position are provided

Mon, Dec 20, 2021 12:50
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La Passione launches Commuter collection with stylish parkas and insulated jackets

New versatile layers for men and women are designed to be functional on the bike and look "impeccable" off

Mon, Dec 20, 2021 10:57
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UK Whoop users: no sex please, we’re fittish! Plus real-time aerodynamic device closer to reality, Shimano, Campagnolo, Rapha, Adidas, Deda, Brompton, Restrap & more

Catch up with all of this week’s big bike and equipment news – including a £2,700 espresso machine and how to free a seized seatpost

Sat, Dec 18, 2021 12:00
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Fancy a Rapha coffee machine? That’ll be £2,735, please

British cycle clothing brand teams up with Rocket Espresso of Milan for limited edition collaboration

Thu, Dec 16, 2021 11:00
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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
£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
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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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