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SRAM acquires GPS computer brand Hammerhead

Component giant jumps into cycle computer market with latest addition to portfolio

Wed, Jan 19, 2022 16:43

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Here’s why the bike shortage isn’t going away any time soon

China’s omicron lockdown measures along with ever-prevalent imbalances in the shipping container chain are not good news for seeing the end of supply chain issues

Wed, Jan 19, 2022 13:30

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Could these be the new Specialized S-Works 8 shoes?

Team TotalEnergies riders spotted in blacked out shoes while at a team training camp

Wed, Jan 19, 2022 10:40

Brompton drops its ‘lightest bike ever’: new 7.45kg titanium version of iconic folding bike revealed

A new steel-armoured carbon seatpost is specced for its low weight and ability to withstand daily use on a folding bike

Wed, Jan 19, 2022 09:00

Apeman promises “all in one cycling safety solution” with new Seeker action camera featuring ‘rearview e-mirror’

The e-mirror is designed to keep you informed on any incoming vehicles from behind, “allowing you to safely change between lanes without worry” says Apeman

Tue, Jan 18, 2022 17:07

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Cannondale revamps Synapse road bike with intelligent SmartSense tech for ‘reducing distractions and increasing awareness’

With its centralised system and single power source, 'SmartSense' features a lighting and traffic detection system, and comes fitted as standard on the new Synapse

Tue, Jan 18, 2022 14:00

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Garmin brings out two new smartwatches – the Fenix 7 and Epix – with new Real-Time Stamina feature

Real-Time Stamina is said to “learn from you”, giving you a live estimate of how you’re exerting energy during a ride for better judging your effort

Tue, Jan 18, 2022 12:00

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Five cool things coming soon from Deda, Giro, MAAP, L-Bow and KOM

More of the best gear on test with our team of reviewers at the moment…

Mon, Jan 17, 2022 16:30

Specialized reveals laced version of high-end S-Works 7 shoe – check out our First Ride review

New model is lightweight and features the stiffest sole in Specialized's range... and it looks pretty cool too

Fri, Jan 14, 2022 17:00

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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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