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‘Respect the riders’: Primal releases Allez Opi-Omi Jersey inspired by infamous Tour de France crash caused by spectator

The jersey, inspired by the huge crash on stage 1 of this year's Tour, features a message about rider safety

Fri, Jul 23, 2021 10:22

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Le Col by Wiggins releases three new collections – if you like polka dots, you’re in luck

The Arc, Planche and Pursuit collections get jazzy new designs located on the rear pockets

Fri, Jul 23, 2021 08:00

Muc-Off pledges to save 200 tonnes of plastic before 2023 after smashing original 30 tonne target

Refill products have been introduced, plastic has been swapped for cardboard packaging and all PTFEs removed

Thu, Jul 22, 2021 10:19

Welsh rugby icon Shane Williams launches new cycling and leisure clothing brand

The former international rugby union star has put his name to a new black and gold cyclewear range, with male and female jerseys, bib shorts and gilets available

Wed, Jul 21, 2021 10:27

Favero launches Assioma DUO-Shi to convert Shimano SPD-SL pedals into a power meter

Previously Favero’s Assioma could only be used with Look Keo style cleats, but the new DUO-Shi is a spindle designed to fit into your existing Shimano pedal bodies

Tue, Jul 20, 2021 09:09

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Five cool things coming soon from Prime, Le Col, Smith, Elite and Galibier

Some more of the best gear and kit on test with road.cc’s team of reviewers at the moment...

Mon, Jul 19, 2021 15:30

AbsoluteBlack launches £519 HollowCage derailleur pulley cage, promising “the new era of silent pulleys”

The HollowCage is "the only cage that can dynamically adapt to the variable chainline, minimising friction at the lower pulley” claims the brand behind the innovative GrapheneLube

Mon, Jul 19, 2021 10:00

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Hunt launches limited edition Qhubeka wheelset

You can buy the wheels used by Qhubeka NextHash on the final stage of the Tour de France… once they come off the team bikes

Sat, Jul 17, 2021 19:00

FFWD introduces RYOT77 deep-section wheels

New rim depth is designed for aerodynamics and optimised for use with 25mm and 28mm tyres

Thu, Jul 15, 2021 14:00

Science in Sport launches Beta Fuel Gels and Chew Bars with 40g carbohydrate each

SIS Beta Fuel’s gets a new 1:0.8 maltodextrin to fructose ratio and is now available in bar and gel form

Thu, Jul 15, 2021 08:00

Five cool things coming soon from Sensa, Triban, Whoop, PRO and Vredestein

Yet another stunning selection of bike-related stuff we're testing at the moment, with full reviews coming soon

Tue, Jul 13, 2021 16:47

Specialized adds laces to the S-Works Recon gravel shoes

These S-Works shoes are knot just for looks

Tue, Jul 13, 2021 16:00

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Swiss Side adds new options to Hadron2 Classic wheel range

New wheelsets offer a claimed 10% less drag than previous generation plus improved handling

Tue, Jul 13, 2021 12:31

2021 Chris Froome – via Israel Start-Up Nation

Is Chris Froome still unhappy with his disc brakes? Four-time Tour de France winner switches out Shimano callipers for mountain stage

The move could be an attempt to stop rotor rubbing on long mountain descents

Mon, Jul 12, 2021 12:49

An end to the global bike component shortage? Shimano invests £216 million in expanding production

With cycling booming around the world, Japanese brand opens new factory and updates others in bid to satisfy demand and reduce waiting times for components

Mon, Jul 12, 2021 09:51

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Assos launches Mille GT Summer Bib Shorts GTO C2 for a ‘radically different level of comfort’

The new shorts get a supportive front panel that is better ventilated along with a new chamois

Mon, Jul 12, 2021 07:32

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Lotus reveals new bike range is in the pipeline as partnership with Jenson Button’s Léger brand announced

The new clothing collection and the Hope/Lotus British Cycling Olympic track bike are on show at this week's Goodwood Festival of Speed

Thu, Jul 08, 2021 15:45

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Tour de France sneak peek: Qhubeka NextHash rider spotted on new Hunt wheels

On a very rainy stage 8, Sergio Henao was riding what looks to be a new set of wheels from Hunt. We spool up the rumour mill and take a closer look at the juicy tech details

Thu, Jul 08, 2021 09:59

DT Swiss unveils new ARC rim brake wheels

New wheels shave 0.5 watts from old hoops through use of new spokes

Thu, Jul 08, 2021 07:00

New Vision Metron 45 and 60 SL Disc aero wheels with ‘greater stability and faster engagement’ debut at the Tour de France

EF Education-Nippo and Team Bahrain-Victorious riders are rolling on the new aero-optimised wheels for 28mm tyres

Wed, Jul 07, 2021 10:17

Carbon fibre coffee cup (or baguette) holder launched on Kickstarter

The carbon fibre construction is said to dampen road vibrations to lessen the force on your cup and its contents. You can even match it with a carbon coaster!

Tue, Jul 06, 2021 16:25