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Specialized brings 3D printed Mirror tech to the £390 S-Works Romin saddle

The 3D tech comes at a hefty premium with this S-Works model, but Specialized is promising "a statistically significant reduction in pressure"

Tue, Sep 21, 2021 16:00
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Rapha partners with Poc for special edition helmets with SPIN safety technology

Omne Air Spin (£140) and Ventral Air Spin £220) now available in Rapha colourways to complement its apparel collections

Tue, Sep 21, 2021 11:00
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Supersapiens launches Energy Band to give real-time glucose data and help you maximise performance

Energy Band is the world’s first wearable device built specifically for sports performance that displays glucose data directly from Abbott’s biosensor

Mon, Sep 20, 2021 16:17
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CHPT3 and Vielo join forces to launch V+1 Gen 2 gravel bike with 1x Campagnolo groupset and unique paintjob

Millar’s personal bike painter lightly removes thin layers of paint to give the playful, disruptive finish

Mon, Sep 20, 2021 16:05
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Five cool things coming soon from Wahoo, Tacx, Van Rysel, Pearson x Lake and Sundried

Another preview selection of indoor trainers, shoes and clothing that we're testing at the moment, with full reviews coming soon...

Mon, Sep 20, 2021 15:30
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Ineos Grenadiers are racing on disc brakes… finally

Disc brake version of Pinarello’s Dogma F will be making its WorldTour debut at tomorrow’s GP de Denain…

Mon, Sep 20, 2021 14:40
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Strava expands ‘My Gear’ mileage tracker for bikes so you’ll know when to repair and replace components

Riders can now track how much distance they have racked up on each component

Fri, Sep 17, 2021 10:40
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Genesis launches e-bike versions of Smithfield and Columbia Road urban bikes

Urban bikes with front and rear lights now have up to 150km range of pedal assistance in Eco mode

Thu, Sep 16, 2021 11:17
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Muc-Off launches ‘the world’s fastest lube’, Ludicrous AF

The British brand set out to create a Grand Tour winning lube that combines both speed and sustainability showing “being green can be fast". It will also cost you £49.99 for a 50ml bottle

Thu, Sep 16, 2021 09:29
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Chrome Industries launches new urban SPD compatible shoes with grippy Panaracer rubber soles

New collection of stylish clipless and flat pedal shoes promise “ride-tested grip”

Wed, Sep 15, 2021 13:00
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Will this mount make Apple’s AirTag popular with cyclists? Kapz launches 3D-printed mount to hide security device under your saddle

The new 3D-printed under-the-seat-mount for round rails allows you to add a layer of security to your bike at a relatively affordable price point

Wed, Sep 15, 2021 12:14
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Five cool things coming soon from Fizik, dhb, Le Col, Vulpine and Monton Sports

Another fantastic selection of shoes and clothing that we're testing at the moment, with full reviews coming soon...

Mon, Sep 13, 2021 15:30
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Grangers survey reveals only 66% of us reproof our waterproof jackets

Jacket life expectancy can rise to 6.05 years for those that wash and reproof garments, useful to know for cyclists who have invested in pricey waterproof jackets

Mon, Sep 13, 2021 11:38
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Shimano doesn’t rule out 12-speed mechanical road groupsets

With new versions of Dura-Ace and Ultegra being Di2 only, how will Shimano plug the price gap to mechanical 105?

Fri, Sep 10, 2021 11:45
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Trek makes Boone cyclocross bike lighter and more aero

Brand ditches front IsoSpeed, adds aero tube profiles, and hides cables

Fri, Sep 10, 2021 10:26
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Techalogic launches new front and rear bike lights with integrated cameras for £99.95 each

Techalogic's new CF-1 front and CR-1 rear lights with integrated 1080P cameras are competitively priced at £99.95 each or £179.90 for the pair

Thu, Sep 09, 2021 11:06
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Redshift smashes funding target for LED smart pedals

Arclight pedals, designed to attract attention through your cycling motion, have already achieved over 500% of their Indiegogo goal

Thu, Sep 09, 2021 10:41
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Shimano expert talks new Dura-Ace and Ultegra groupsets: find out everything you need to know

Liam interviews Tim Gerrits of Shimano for a deep dive into the new 12-speed groupsets

Tue, Sep 07, 2021 15:00
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road.cc Recommends episode 7 is live! Featuring 12 fantastic new products, Coffee Stop of the Month, our Recommended Route + more

We’ve refreshed our selection of the best bikes and kit to cover August 2021. Find out which items have made the cut this month and watch our fantastic monthly YouTube show to see them in all their glory

Mon, Sep 06, 2021 16:05
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Five cool things coming soon from Merida, Gore Wear, dhb, Wolf Tooth and PRO

Another fantastic selection of bikes and clothing that we're testing at the moment, with full reviews coming soon...

Mon, Sep 06, 2021 15:30
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Chris Froome to play product development role for Factor

We spoke to Factor about what the four-time Tour de France winner will be doing now he’s on its board of directors, and about new bikes that are on the way

Fri, Sep 03, 2021 09:04
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J.Laverack updates J.ACK titanium four-season bike with upgradable parts for concealing cables

Dynamo routing for front and rear lights can all now be hidden by carbon components

Thu, Sep 02, 2021 09:27
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Ribble Ultra bar: Shimano doesn’t recommend use with its STI levers

SRAM also says that its levers should be attached to a handlebar with the usual clamp bands rather than via Ribble’s direct mount system

Wed, Sep 01, 2021 11:30
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Strava makes Beacon live location sharing feature free to all users… on mobile

Beacon auto-sharing from connected devices like Garmin bike computers or Apple Watch will remain a paid feature though

Wed, Sep 01, 2021 08:58
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Five cool things coming soon from Pirelli, Altura, Tifosi, Lusso and Naenka

Another preview selection of sunnies, tyres and clothing that we're testing at the moment, with full reviews coming soon...

Wed, Sep 01, 2021 08:00
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Wolf Tooth Components Shift Gravity Clipless Pedals

Superb and feature rich pedals but at a price
Thu, Sep 24, 2026 11:00
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Ampere X-Trail

Impressive hardtail e-MTB for the money
Wed, Sep 23, 2026 16:00
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Adidas Kentro Sport Sunglasses

Good looking glasses that perform well, but lack versatility
Wed, Sep 23, 2026 10:00
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Ekoi PW8 CrMo Pedals

Massive surface area and low weight means plenty of pedalling efficiency
Tue, Sep 22, 2026 10:00
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Shimano Deore M6200 four piston brakes

Easier bleeding, refined ergonomics, and solid trail power: the trail riders’ standard
Tue, Sep 22, 2026 09:51
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Thule InLock Universal Panel

Decent stab at a quiet, light, secure luggage system
Mon, Sep 21, 2026 10:00
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Thule Shield Pannier 22L with InLock

Lightweight, quiet and tough way to carry 22L of stuff
Sun, Sep 20, 2026 16:00
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Orbea Kimu 24 H10 TR kid’s MTB

The Kimu 24 H10 TR is a superb bike for inspiring young riders to develop their off-road riding skills. It has been an awful lot of fun and has given us the confidence to tackle more ambitious trails than ever before, together.
Sun, Sep 20, 2026 11:00
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Redshift Sports Mousetrap Pedal Adaptors

Brilliant, fast, easy, tool-free conversion enables you to ride SPDs in normal shoes
Sat, Sep 19, 2026 13:00
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Lezyne Strip Drive Front

A bright light with a good battery, but an odd form factor
Fri, Sep 18, 2026 10:00
£40.00
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Built for Athletes Black Cycling Backpack

Robust bag with good protection from the elements, but does it justify its price?
Thu, Sep 17, 2026 10:00
£199.99
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Canyon Grail CFR Di2 gravel bike

A fast, capable gravel race bike with excellent handling and tyre clearance, but the specification leaves room for improvement.
Thu, Sep 17, 2026 10:00
£6200.00
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