Tech News

Cadex launches versatile and lightweight 36 Disc WheelSystem

Giant's high-end component brand says lateral stiffness to weight ratio is much higher than rival wheels from Zipp, Bontrager and Roval

Tue, May 25, 2021 16:00
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Wahoo updates Elemnt Bolt GPS with improved navigation and colour display

Device also gets an expanded memory while app-based customisation is retained

Tue, May 25, 2021 12:00
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CloseTheGap launches new HideMyBell computer mounts with louder bells

The bells for road and gravel bikes are a claimed 10 decibels louder than previously and can be used with your hands on the bars

Tue, May 25, 2021 10:50
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Castelli unveils Premio Black bibs made from woven body-mapped fabric

The goal? “To be the most comfortable performance short for your longest rides”, says Castelli

Tue, May 25, 2021 08:00
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Five cool things coming soon from dhb, Canyon, Vel, hydra tech pro and Wildcat

Some more of the best wheels, shoes and clothing that we're testing at the moment, with full reviews coming soon...

Mon, May 24, 2021 15:30
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Roval trickles down top-end Terra CLX gravel rims to more affordable CL model + launches new Rapide sprinters’ bars

Rapide handlebar is said to be “the lightest aero bar in its class at 225g” and is offset forward for sprinting

Mon, May 24, 2021 15:00
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£879 wheelset ridden to Giro stage win by Mauro Schmid

Team Qhubeka Assos rider chalks up first Grand Tour stage win for British brand Hunt on mid-range wheels

Fri, May 21, 2021 12:21
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SRAM radically redesigns cranks with specialist software and 3D printing

Prototype cranks are said to be twice as strong as ones developed and manufactured using traditional technique, and 20% lighter

Fri, May 21, 2021 10:14
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Rapha expands Explore clothing range with lightweight outer layers and stylish merino tee

Range is built to be durable and packable, suiting adventurers... and commuters too

Thu, May 20, 2021 09:15
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Video + first ride: Zwift adds first Japan-inspired Yumezi map to all-new Makuri Islands world

There are eight new routes to explore and complete on the virtual cycling platform... and we've already given it a go

Thu, May 20, 2021 04:00
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Check out ‘the lightest 3D printed pad saddle’, Bjorn’s 140g Setka

The lightweight Setka uses similar tech to Specialized's Mirror and Fizik's Adaptive models

Wed, May 19, 2021 10:27
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Vitus updates ZX-1 road bike “with a 45% reduction in drag”

New bike is also claimed to be lighter and stiffer while offering hidden cables at every price point

Wed, May 19, 2021 07:30
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Silca unveils £175 super-strong 3D-printed titanium computer mount

New Mensola is said to be up to 12 times stronger than a traditional mount while weighing as little as 27g... but it’ll cost you!

Tue, May 18, 2021 14:00
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Five cool things coming soon from Merida, Maap, Pirelli, Madison and Roka

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

Mon, May 17, 2021 15:30
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Ratio Technology brings 12-speed to riders with 10- or 11-speed shifters and derailleurs with new kit

For under £100, the 1x12 Road Upgrade Kit promises to save you both the expense and weight of electronic shifting…

Mon, May 17, 2021 14:00
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Raleigh launches new tyres for iconic Chopper so owners can revive their retro rides

Have a classic Chopper and sick of searching the corners of the web for spare tyres? Raleigh has reintroduced Chopper-specific rubber so you can get back to doing some sick skids once more

Fri, May 14, 2021 13:14
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DT Swiss acknowledges issues with Ratchet EXP hubs

The hubs are used in many OEM wheels from the likes of Roval, FFWD and Bontrager along with the brand’s own wheels

Fri, May 14, 2021 09:56
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Pirelli launches 35g ‘superlight, reinforced and space-saving’ SmarTUBE inner tubes

The new inner tubes made of TPU claim to save up to 70% of the weight of a standard butyl tube…

Thu, May 13, 2021 14:55
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Patent applications confirm Shimano Dura-Ace is 12-speed and semi-wireless

New documents reveal more details on the highly anticipated top-level groupset

Thu, May 13, 2021 12:40
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Ineos Grenadiers’ Tom Pidcock shares photo of possible new Princeton CarbonWorks wheels and Continental tyres

The wheels look set to be named the Peak 4550 and feature the same wavy design that landed them in trouble with SRAM

Thu, May 13, 2021 10:27
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3T adds e-bike models to Exploro RaceMax gravel line

3T has turned to a custom Mahle X35 hub motor system with a hidden down tube battery

Wed, May 12, 2021 17:00
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Time to bin the bike shorts for your commute? British startup says its “ideal” urban cycling chinos plug gap in the market

If your urban riding involves uncomfortable clothing, Fermain believes it has the functional and stylish trouser solution

Wed, May 12, 2021 10:02
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Specialized launches Jett kids bike with added adjustability

The amount of size adjustment on offer is intended to allow the bike to fit the child for longer

Tue, May 11, 2021 16:00
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Five cool things coming soon from Rapha, Gaerne, Roka, Repente and Galibier

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

Mon, May 10, 2021 15:30
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On-the-go blood glucose tracking now available with new Supersapiens Garmin integration

Your blood glucose levels can now be monitored on your wrist as you exercise

Mon, May 10, 2021 14:00
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