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Scott unveils stealthy Fastlane – an e-road bike that hides its watts in plain sight

New Fastlane hides its electric assist so well you’d barely know it’s packing a motor. With a featherweight 865g frame and discreet TQ HPR40 drive unit, it promises classic road bike feel with a subtle boost

Thu, Nov 06, 2025 15:00
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Cycling apparel pioneer Gore to close Gorewear clothing division after 40 years

Gore-Tex maker will shut down its Gorewear clothing line next year, citing economic pressures after “careful consideration and in-depth analysis of long-term prospects”

Thu, Nov 06, 2025 14:51
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“The most direct and efficient power transfer on the market”: Q36.5 and SRM to launch pedal and shoe combo with ultra-low stack height

Italian clothing brand teams up with German power meter pioneer to create a pedal/shoe setup that offers “an evolutionary leap in pedalling performance and race feel”

Tue, Nov 04, 2025 14:00
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Newlane releases ‘world’s first’ folding helmet with Mips protection system

Newlane's innovative folding helmet now has the addition of the Mips AirNode system, as used by many major cycling helmet brands and said to provide additional protection against rotational impacts

Tue, Nov 04, 2025 13:08
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Tailfin scores a perfect 10 and Favero’s lightweight power pedals impress: road.cc Recommends updated with 8 great cycling products

A fantastic eight products have earned road.cc Recommends badges this month, with a perfect Tailfin setup, more clever on-bike storage solutions, pro-level pedals and more

Mon, Nov 03, 2025 17:05
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Cotic brings improved geometry, new cable routing and UDH compatibility to its second generation Cascade gravel bike

With prices starting at £1,350, the Cascade gets a well deserved facelift and frames are now made in Portugal

Mon, Nov 03, 2025 14:22
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Is a new Canyon Aeroad or Ultimate coming soon? Mathieu van der Poel spotted riding mystery new bike with redesigned handlebars and increased tyre clearance

The Dutch rider has been seen riding what appears to be a new Canyon bike, with some features that are a clear departure from any road bike in the German brand's current road bike range

Mon, Nov 03, 2025 12:31
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Colnago returns to the track with its “most aerodynamic bike ever”, plus Storck’s fancy new gravel bike, a winter cleaning solution + more

Will we see this bike winning medals at the 2028 Olympics? Check it out alongside all the best new tech we've spotted this week, including stuff from Storck, Tredz, Chris King, NOBL and Dynamic Bike Care

Sat, Nov 01, 2025 12:00
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Hunt release four* new wheelsets for extreme adventurers, including “the first carbon wheelset for adverse weather riding”

*Depending on who you ask it might be three, because two of the four are the same except for an additional hub option! Even so, even so, Hunt says the new road and gravel wheelsets will "help riders go further, faster, and with greater confidence"

Thu, Oct 30, 2025 15:00
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Campagnolo expands Super Record 13 lineup with gravel-specific Super Record X

Building on its 2x13-speed road groupset, the Italian brand has unveiled its first wireless 1x13 range designed for gravel riding – plus a road 1x configuration, an all-road version, satellite shifters, and new wheels

Wed, Oct 29, 2025 13:00
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Pashley expands e-bike range with two Classic Collection additions

The new Briton E and Britannia E bikes are among the first to use the G3ARED gearbox system outside of MiRiDER

Wed, Oct 29, 2025 11:17
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Standert’s new Erdgeschoss is a steel gravel bike with 50mm clearance and adjustable rake

Berlin's boutique bike brand brings out another belting bike for bumpy jaunts

Wed, Oct 29, 2025 10:57
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A helmet with a crash detection system from Lumos, plus more cool things for urban riding from Shimano, Rapha, Merida + Michelin

From smart helmets and reflective gear to tyres, bikes, and drivetrains, here's some of the latest and greatest kit to land at road.cc HQ

Mon, Oct 27, 2025 13:15
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“The craziest bike build you’ve never seen”: A 4.8kg hill-climbing dream, plus Met launches Pogačar’s Tour-winning lid, new stuff from Silca and Oakley + more

Loads to get through in our weekly tech round-up, including the defending British hill climb champ's incredible 4.8kg build and plenty of new stuff from Silca, Oakley, Meta, Vittoria, Rouvy and Met

Sat, Oct 25, 2025 11:00
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Wilier ups the aero with Filante SLR ID2: “It’s a new benchmark”

Italian brand says updated model has a far lower drag than its predecessor thanks to tweaks all round, including a new bottle and mount system that “functions as a veritable spoiler”

Fri, Oct 24, 2025 09:00
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Swiss Side launches new HADRON³ Ultimate 650 wheelset to work around UCI’s new rim depth regulations

3mm might not sound much, but in this case it's made all the difference to making Swiss Side's new deep race wheels compliant with new UCI rules on rim depths

Thu, Oct 23, 2025 10:00
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Dynamic claims its new electric pump can inflate 10 tyres on a single charge — plus more cool things from Ribble, Velocio, Hutchinson + Udog

The latest kit has landed, featuring a gravel bike, all-season tyre, merino top, performance shoe, and an electric pump

Mon, Oct 20, 2025 12:42
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Will this 5.4kg disc brake bike win the National Hill Climb Championships? Lezyne pumps with “revolutionary” Click Valve, new winter kit + more

Featherweight hill-climbing set-ups and some all-out aero tech banned by the UCI — what more could you possibly want from Tech of the Week?

Sat, Oct 18, 2025 11:00
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Flit takes salty swipe at Brompton with e-bike and caviar bundle

British electric bike brand pokes fun at the cost of Brompton’s new Electric T Line by offering its M2 folding e-bike for the same price… with half a kilo of Fortnum & Mason caviar thrown in

Fri, Oct 17, 2025 15:08
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Estarli unveils 13.5kg G700 full-carbon gravel e-bike

British e-bike brand reveals full-carbon electric gravel bike powered by its own-house motor system

Fri, Oct 17, 2025 08:03
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If Super Record 13 isn’t posh enough for you… Campagnolo has introduced a £900 Ultra upgrade

Carbon chainrings, titanium sprockets, and ceramic bearings are designed to improve the performance of Campagnolo’s top-level groupset, but they’ll cost you… a lot

Wed, Oct 15, 2025 12:00
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Decathlon’s Van Rysel range gets Zwift-ready with new smart trainers

Van Rysel’s new RCR and D500 home trainers come pre-fitted with Zwift’s Cog and Click system, giving you in-game control from your handlebars — and they look like serious value for money

Wed, Oct 15, 2025 06:00
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Unreleased Dare gravel bike spotted at UCI Gravel Worlds

The new bike can take 50mm tyres and looks ready for adventure rides

Mon, Oct 13, 2025 16:34
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This £13k electric gravel beast is the wildest-looking bike you’ll see this week

Pard Design calls its Impervia gravel e-bike “a moving sculpture” – it’s guaranteed to turn heads

Mon, Oct 13, 2025 15:19
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Matej Mohorič rides unreleased Merida Mission gravel bike to Gravel World Champs podium

Here’s what we can spot on the Slovenian rider’s brand-new gravel bike ahead of its official November launch (shame there's no dropper post)

Mon, Oct 13, 2025 12:51
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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
£70.00
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Pinnacle Energy

An easy to get along with everyday e-bike
Wed, Feb 25, 2026 16:00
£1999.00
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Merida eOne-Forty 675 EQ

Wed, Feb 18, 2026 15:45
£5400
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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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