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Trek’s new road bike: what is it and what do we know so far?

Is it an Emonda? Is it a Madone? Or is it some new combination of the two? Mystery bike that’s being raced in France has yet to be announced; we don’t even know the model name. What do you think it is?

Mon, Jun 03, 2024 15:54
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Ineos Grenadiers race new Pinarello Dogma at Dauphiné

It looks like there's a new top-level road bike on the way from the Italian brand

Sun, Jun 02, 2024 12:00
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Wilier set to launch mystery new bike

FDJ riders spotted on updated road bike ahead of the Critérium du Dauphiné

Sun, Jun 02, 2024 10:15
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New Trek Madone breaks cover at Dauphiné… or is it an Emonda?

Updated road bike comes with slimmed down tubes and retains the IsoFlow hole in the seat tube designed to improve aerodynamics and smooth the ride

Sun, Jun 02, 2024 10:00
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Would you pay £8,799 for a pair of bike wheels? Plus mysterious new Wilier road bike leaked, Rapha launches first hijab for cyclists, the ‘smartest bike light and bell combo’, Rouvy reveals flexible subscriptions + loads more tech news

Those bike leaks just keep on a-leakin with less than a month to go until the Tour de France, but away from high-end roadie stuff we've also got new gravel tyres, Camelbak bikepacking gear and another crowdfunding curiosity to tell you about this week

Sat, Jun 01, 2024 10:45
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Moustache reinvents the Dimanche frame to launch new road and gravel e-bikes

The Dimanche 28 and 29 electric bikes both utilise the Bosch SX mid-drive system, and Moustache’s day of the week naming system

Thu, May 30, 2024 13:28
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Canyon’s unreleased Aeroad raced by Movistar at Critérium du Dauphiné

New version of top-level Aeroad is almost certain to be launched to the public before the Tour de France

Thu, May 30, 2024 11:39
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SPOTTED: Remco Evenepoel’s custom S Works Tarmac SL8 rolling on unreleased Roval wheels

Chrome paint and new Roval road wheels for Tour de France favourite at Criterium Du Dauphine

Thu, May 30, 2024 09:58
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New Trek road bike with ‘IsoFlow’ seat tube hole leaked — so, is it a new Émonda or revamped Madone?

Could this be Trek's do-it-all road bike? According to new leaked pictures, it looks like Trek's new release will be a bit slimmer than the current Madone, yet more aero than the Émonda

Tue, May 28, 2024 15:49
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Is F1 driver Valtteri Bottas riding an unreleased Canyon Aeroad?

It’s starting to look like we’ll see a big new road bike launch before the Tour de France

Tue, May 28, 2024 14:28
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Van Rysel’s £9,000 RCR Pro team edition replica is back in stock in limited quantities

Decathlon–AG2R La Mondiale's team bike sold out within minutes in April, but its now back in stock with a limited number of bikes available

Tue, May 28, 2024 13:17
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Will this “AI rear-view mirror” enhance road safety for cyclists? Plus “performance-enhancing” sunscreen, ANOTHER cycling indicator, cyclist yells at cloud, white bib shorts and tech news from Shimano, Rapha, Trek + more

We’ve also got some summer kit from MAAP, new sunnies from Mavic, gravel handlebars from PRO and Ritchey, and that cycling sunscreen with some big old claims

Sat, May 25, 2024 10:45
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Hunt introduces recycled carbon fibre to its wheel range: would you pay just a little more to help the planet?

UK brand aims to reduce the environmental impact of its three-wheel Sustain Phase One range through spec choices and the use of recycled carbon and aluminium

Fri, May 24, 2024 11:00
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Shimano finally introduces new electronic 12-speed GRX Di2 gravel groupset

The Japanese giant brings 12-speed Di2 technology to gravel riding, featuring wireless shifting and redesigned shifters

Thu, May 23, 2024 16:00
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Alright smart-arse! Now you can turn your butt into a fitness tracker

Assos shorts come with a pocket specially for a Whoop 4.0 sensor: “the first smart cycling apparel to track your health and fitness data while you ride”

Wed, May 22, 2024 14:40
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Swytch Go is the brand’s most affordable e-bike conversion kit (if you’re prepared to wait for it)

New kit is finally out and provides a (claimed) range of up to 60 miles

Wed, May 22, 2024 14:12
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Giant joins Specialized and Trek in offering huge discounts on several of its mountain and gravel bikes

Giant slashes prices by up to £2,600 on some very cool mountain bikes and there's big saving on gravel, road and e-MTBs too

Tue, May 21, 2024 14:29
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Grooveliner’s Electric Bike Rack can hold up to five heavy e-bikes

It also uses an electric or gas loading system to make mounting the bikes easier

Mon, May 20, 2024 10:00
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Who needs bike lights* when your whole bike glows in the dark? Plus the Strava updates you’ve been waiting for and loads more tech news from MAAP, Quoc, POC + more

In this edition of Tech of the Week, we're also bringing you news of Eddy Merckx Bikes' steel resurgence, limited edition helmets from POC and MET and some speedy 80mm wheels combining aerodynamics and stability from Reynolds

Sat, May 18, 2024 11:00
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McLaren goes Extreme with 161Nm e-bike – the most powerful trail-legal e-MTB ever created

Storied supercar maker McLaren is launching a series of e-bikes, and they are mighty potent.

Thu, May 16, 2024 16:00
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SRAM introduces new Red AXS as “the lightest electronic groupset ever”

New groupset offers light-action braking and ‘Bonus Buttons’ on the side of the hoods for more control options. There’s also a new Hammerhead Karoo computer, and Zipp debuts new tyres that “ensure safe retention” on its rims

Wed, May 15, 2024 14:00
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Zipp debuts new tyres with Goodyear that “ensure safe retention” on its hookless rims

Three new models are designed specifically for use with Zipp’s 303 and 353 wheels

Wed, May 15, 2024 14:00
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Pirelli introduces “fastest and most performing” P Zero Race TLR RS with improved grip and hookless compatibility

The brand's new flagship road racing tyre, priced at £84.99 each, claims to have enhanced rolling resistance, grip and reduced weight, while all manufacturing of the new tyre has been brought back to Italy

Tue, May 14, 2024 12:30
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DirtySixer launches a ‘better-fitting’ electric bike for tall riders with 32-inch wheels

New bike claimed to be the “go-to for NBA players”

Mon, May 13, 2024 14:38
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SUM reviews coming soon to road.cc! Five cool things from Argon 18, Mavic, Fizik, Santini and Cycliq​

A shiny new road bike, loud clothing choices, a video camera and the wheel upgrade you've been waiting for?

Mon, May 13, 2024 13:30
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Latest Reviews

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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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 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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Volt Urban LS

Good quality city bike with maintenance-free automatic gears
Wed, Sep 16, 2026 16:00
£1899.00
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Vistella Firefly Plus

A good way to boost visibility, but not the best for more serious cycling
Wed, Sep 16, 2026 10:00
£39.99
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Cotic Escapade frameset

Excellent UK build quality, matched by a stunning ride quality and easy to live with geometry
Tue, Sep 15, 2026 10:18
£1999.00
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