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Sagan Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL7 – 1

road.cc’s top 10 tech stories of 2020

Check out the most-read road.cc stories of the past 12 months, including the biggest bike launches and some unexpected entries

Thu, Dec 24, 2020 15:00
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2021 Canyon Commuter 3

Canyon refines Commuter range for 2021 with seven new models

The updated design of Canyon’s urban bike has smoother aesthetics and greater compatibility for commuting needs

Tue, Dec 22, 2020 10:00
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Five cool things coming soon from Giro, Ratio Technology, Megmeister, author Simon Warren and Sealskinz

Check out the latest gear and clothing that we're testing at the moment, with full reviews coming soon...

Mon, Dec 21, 2020 16:30
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RGT Cycling: you can now create your own race format

Free-to-use virtual cycling platform unveils new Racing Parameters function

Fri, Dec 18, 2020 11:24
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Pressure drop – Cinelli launches Pressure aero road bike for 2021

New model comes with disc brakes and fully internal cables, and it looks pretty tidy!

Thu, Dec 17, 2020 10:21
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2021 Storck Aernario 2 Signature 25th anniversary – 1

Storck introduces 5.9kg limited edition Aernario.2 road bike

Just 25 will be made to mark the German company's 25th anniversary

Wed, Dec 16, 2020 10:04
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Bianchi reveals Arcadex gravel bike

Italian brand says the new model is aero optimised and has clearance for 650Bx47 tyres

Tue, Dec 15, 2020 10:21
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2021 FSA Gossamer 2

Full Speed Ahead and Vision launch 2021 range, including a chainset with 145mm cranks

Other highlights in the line-up are 629 euro Vision Metron TFE carbon extensions for time trials and narrower FSA Energy alloy handlebars

Tue, Dec 15, 2020 09:45
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Five cool things coming soon from Giant, Surly, dhb, Sealskinz and Oxford Products

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

Mon, Dec 14, 2020 17:00
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2021 GreenEdge Bianchi

Take a look at GreenEdge Cycling’s 2021 Bianchi bikes

Simon Yates, Michael Matthews, Amanda Spratt and their GreenEdge Cycling teammates will be racing on Bianchi’s with refreshed modern aesthetics

Mon, Dec 14, 2020 10:56
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2021 Tailfin Cargo Cage Lifestyle Image 6

Tailfin increases versatility with modularly designed Cargo Cage

Two sizes are available, and it comes with a load chip that can be added and removed to boost its range of uses

Fri, Dec 11, 2020 09:00
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2021 Parcours Alta 650b 1

Parcours Alta gravel wheelset now offered in a 650b option

The 1,360g build promises to “liven up your next gravel adventure” with its increased versatility

Thu, Dec 10, 2020 10:59
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2021 Gore wash

Gore brings to its products ‘wash and care awareness’ in new sustainability drive

Benefitting both consumers and the environment, the brand has issued a reminder that better care will increase the lifetime of product performance

Wed, Dec 09, 2020 13:09
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The Shift Smart Trainer, that allows Peloton owners to use Zwift, launches on Kickstarter

Costing £199, the creators of this smart device claim it will provide the flexibility to move seamlessly between Peloton classes and the virtual roads of Zwift

Tue, Dec 08, 2020 16:50
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2021 Specialized Aethos Pro Ultegra Di2 – riding 3.jpg

Five cool things coming soon from Specialized, Fizik, SKS, Lusso and La Passione

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

Mon, Dec 07, 2020 16:30
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2021 Rondo Ruut CF2 2x 2

Rondo increases versatility of Ruut gravel range with 2x models

The Ruut off-road adventurer, the CF2, and the road to gravel all-rounder, the AL1, now have a greater gear selection to complement the adjustable fork design.

Mon, Dec 07, 2020 16:10
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UK’s Hunt reaches WorldTour level providing wheels for Qhubeka Assos

Africa’s only WorldTour professional cycling team, formerly known as NTT Pro Cycling, will be racing on the British brand's wheels in 2021

Mon, Dec 07, 2020 11:58
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Rapha partner with Canyon for limited edition Ultimate CF Disc

There are just 250 units being produced of this special Canyon Ultimate, with only sizes from M to 2XL remaining

Fri, Dec 04, 2020 11:10
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Bike at Bedtime – Tom Pidcock’s Milnes X-Night SL Worlds-Winning Cyclocross Bike

We take a look at the bike that Tom Pidcock rode to a world title at the 2017 cyclocross championships

Thu, Dec 03, 2020 21:40
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Specialized Hotwalk Carbon-1

Specialized releases 2kg Hotwalk Carbon “ultimate” kids’ balance bike

“The ultimate first bike” gets a Fact 9r carbon frame, fits kids up to 88cm tall and costs £999. Oh and it has carbon wheels.

Thu, Dec 03, 2020 17:00
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2021 Speeco ABB side

Speeco causes a stir: new aero optimised road handlebars with forearm rest launched

These radically-shaped bars are currently UCI legal... do you think they should be?

Thu, Dec 03, 2020 12:36
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2021 Cannondale SystemSix Giveaway 2

Win Rigoberto Uran’s Cannondale SystemSix from the Tour de France

The team issue EF Pro Cycling SystemSix comes complete with a Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 drivetrain and power meter

Tue, Dec 01, 2020 14:00
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2021 TorchONE 3

TorchONE helmet with a removable 360-degree light launched on Kickstarter

The new fully water resistant helmet promises improved year-round versatility compared to the brand’s previously popular T1 and T2 series

Tue, Dec 01, 2020 12:30
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2021 Absolute Black GraphenWax 1

AbsoluteBlack unveils pliable hot melt chain wax lubricant

Called the GRAPHENwax, AbsoluteBlack says the formula is quiet, clean and doesn’t flake

Tue, Dec 01, 2020 11:55
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2021 Fulcrum Speed 40 55 CMPTZN DB wheels 5

Fulcrum’s new Speed 40 and 55 CMPTZN DB wheels promise savings of 3.5 watts with improved rolling resistance

The new disc-brake models now share the stealth black graphics of the Racing Zero CMPTZN family

Tue, Dec 01, 2020 10:00
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2026 Wolf Tooth Components Shift hero

Wolf Tooth Components Shift Gravity Clipless Pedals

Superb and feature rich pedals but at a price
Thu, Sep 24, 2026 11:00
£205.00
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Ampere X-Trail (9)

Ampere X-Trail

Impressive hardtail e-MTB for the money
Wed, Sep 23, 2026 16:00
£1599.00
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Adidas Kentro Sport Sunglasses

Good looking glasses that perform well, but lack versatility
Wed, Sep 23, 2026 10:00
£130.00
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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
£167.40
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2026 shimano deore m6200 caliper hero

Shimano Deore M6200 four piston brakes

Easier bleeding, refined ergonomics, and solid trail power: the trail riders’ standard
Tue, Sep 22, 2026 09:51
£149.99
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Thule InLock Universal Panel

Decent stab at a quiet, light, secure luggage system
Mon, Sep 21, 2026 10:00
£24.99
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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
£89.99
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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
£1149.00
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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
£49.99
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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 Gen 3 Main

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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