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A belt drive, gearbox and e-mountain bike motor in one — Haibike’s AllMtn Trn/iq gets Pinion’s auto-shifting MGU motor that promises 10,000km of maintenance-free riding

Is this what every e-MTBer has been looking for? Up to 12 gears, next to no maintenance, bags of gearing range and super precise shifting under load, according to Pinion and Haibike

Wed, May 14, 2025 12:45

You can now make your mechanical SRAM Eagle 70 or 90 drivetrain electric and wireless, as SRAM unveils GX AXS T-Type upgrade kit

New GX AXS upgrade kit allows users to upgrade Eagle 70 or Eagle 90 drivetrain to AXS wireless transmission

Tue, May 13, 2025 15:43

Cowboy e-bikes recalled after reports of cracking between the headtube and downtube, posing “a serious risk of injuries”

Belgian brand Cowboy has recalled its C4 ST (Edition MR) e-bike after reports of frame cracks at the headtube-downtube weld, posing a "serious risk of injuries"

Mon, May 12, 2025 15:37

Will Garmin’s new front light/4k camera combo set the new benchmark for recording bad drivers? Plus new gear from Litelok, Dynamic, Quad Lock + Carradice

From ceramic coatings to camera-equipped lights, here's some of the latest cycling accessories we have in for review

Mon, May 12, 2025 13:31

Would you trust Aldi’s £24.99 bike rack? Plus check out Trek’s root beer-coloured Madone, Rapha’s latest EF switch-out kit + more

All the hottest new tech from the middle of Aldi, Specialized, Rapha, Trek, Tailfin, Scott and more

Sat, May 10, 2025 11:00

A double Castelli Espresso, a trio of top road bikes and Tern does it again — road.cc Recommends updated with 11 outstanding products

We've got plenty of recommendations for you this month, including jerseys, shorts, pedals, shoes and bikes. Pretty much full riding kit if you bought the lot...

Fri, May 09, 2025 16:19

“If we had a WorldTour team, it would be a Tour de France bike”: Ribble’s flagship Ultra-Race “bridges the gap between pure aero and ultra-lightweight”

British brand uses new MT65 carbon to offer a 775g frame and complete bike weights below the UCI’s minimum limit

Wed, May 07, 2025 09:00

Updated Cannondale Synapse endurance bike offers “desirability and performance”… and space for 42mm tyres

Updated Synapse “blends WorldTour-level aerodynamics and stiffness-to-weight with top-tier tyre clearance, compliance, and smart features”, according to Cannondale

Tue, May 06, 2025 13:30

2025 Ventete aH-1 helmet and pump – worn 1.jpg

Would you buy a £350 inflatable bike helmet? Latest air-filled lid hopes to tempt commuters

We visited HEAD Lab at Imperial College London to watch Ventete's inflatable aH-1 helmet put through testing

Sun, May 04, 2025 09:00

What’s going on with this hub we spotted in Mallorca? Plus Trek’s snakeskin finish, more 3D-printed saddle shenanigans and a kids’ bike that grows with your child

All the hottest new tech from Trek, Lavelle, Wahoo, Pas Normal Studios, Kickstarter and Posedla

Sat, May 03, 2025 11:00

Hunt revamps Aerodynamicist wheel range to offer “class-leading aerodynamic performance-to-weight metrics with wide road tyres”

British wheel brand releases three new wheelsets with weights starting at 1,175g and prices from £1,149

Thu, May 01, 2025 14:00

New version of Ado Air 20 gets Bafang’s automatic 3-speed motor

Don’t suppose we can really call it a single-speed at this point

Wed, Apr 30, 2025 12:11

2025 Met Drone II Wide Body UAE wind tunnel

Met boasts its new wind tunnel is “the most advanced helmet development facility in the world”

The Tube is now a fully operational facility for testing helmets, bikes, rider positions, and aero equipment – so it might give Tadej Pogacar the edge he so badly needs

Tue, Apr 29, 2025 12:37

Fizik’s new aero helmet, complete with ‘rear spoiler’ — plus fresh Castelli performance gear and new stuff from Boardman, Santini + Sportful

As the weather warms up, we're taking a closer look at some of the summer cycling clothing and helmets currently in for review

Mon, Apr 28, 2025 11:49

What’s going on here, then? Winspace launches new T1600 aero road bike with extraordinary seatstay vents

Chinese brand is turning heads with its new T1600 aero bike, featuring distinctive D-shaped vents designed to cut turbulence and reduce drag

Mon, Apr 28, 2025 10:45

Can this AI-powered rear camera for cyclists spot danger before you do? Plus reaction to Fasten’s innovative Switch Wheel System, Factor launches new Monza road bike + more

All the hottest new tech from Factor, Hawkeye, Café du Cycliste, Fasten and Uno-X Mobility

Sat, Apr 26, 2025 11:00

2025 Silca Elettrico Micro & Elettrico Ultimate

Silca sells out of new electric pumps instantly, after blaming Trump tariffs for just 100 being available in US

Brand "tried" making it in America but "it's not possible for less than $500", the Elettrico Micro and Elettrico Ultimate snapped up at $119 and $159 by fast-fingered buyers

Fri, Apr 25, 2025 11:40

2025 Insta360 X5 Action Camera – in hand front.jpg

“The smartest, toughest 360° camera ever made”: Insta360 unveils new flagship X5 action camera that records your rides in 8k clarity

Bigger sensors, 8K footage, replaceable lenses, better low-light performance and more

Tue, Apr 22, 2025 12:55

2025 Fasten Switch Wheel System hub removal

Could the Fasten Switch Wheel System revolutionise wheel design?

New system makes front and rear wheels interchangeable; disc rotor and cassette remain attached to the frame for ultra-fast wheel changes

Tue, Apr 22, 2025 10:25

“Canyon’s version of the cyber truck.” Brand’s latest concept bike divides the internet

Canyon debuts a new concept e-commuter, with mixed reactions from commenters

Sun, Apr 20, 2025 08:00

Fed up of faffing about with your lock? How about an automatic bike-mounted version, coming soon to Kickstarter

Fed up of lugging your bike lock around? Why not have it permanently attached to the front of your bike instead?

Sat, Apr 19, 2025 13:33

Thousands back Kickstarter cycling glasses that display live data from your bike computer, plus a fancy new 3D-printed saddle, new Oakley helmet and sunnies + more

All the hottest new tech we've spotted this week, including a very popular Kickstarter campaign as well as new stuff from Prologo, Oakley, Enigma & more...

Sat, Apr 19, 2025 11:00

2025 Colnago V5Rs action Tadej Pogacar complete bike

Colnago unveils V5Rs: lighter, faster, and Pogacar-approved – is this really “the ultimate all-rounder road-racing bike”?

New frame weighs just 685g (unpainted) and it’s significantly more aero than the V4Rs, according to Colnago

Wed, Apr 16, 2025 08:00

“A lab in the palm of your hand”: Movistar to use hydration test that tells you how much you need to drink in seconds via a saliva sample

The MX3 hydration testing system tells you what you should drink and exactly how much to prevent dehydration and maximise your performance

Tue, Apr 15, 2025 14:14

An “impossibly light” Gore-Tex rain jacket and big ticket footwear: Five Cool Things from Rapha, Specialized, Assos, Boardman and Crankbrothers

We're covering a range of cycling clothing and footwear, from premium shoes and jackets to more budget-friendly jerseys in this edition of our weekly review product round-up

Mon, Apr 14, 2025 13:03