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A SRAM patent describes a new half link chain that could shift twice as fast as any chain the brand currently offers.

DT Swiss is officially recalling carbon wheels of the ARC, ERC, CRC & HEC Series over structural concerns arising from spontaneous delamination

DT Swiss issue a major recall of select ERC, CRC and HEC wheels due to spontaneous delamination at the rim flange and compromised stability

Is Classified Cycling developing a low-friction, super-efficient, derailleur-less drivetrain?

Litespeed is well-versed in the manufacture lightweight titanium road frames but the all-new Coll Dels Reis breaks new ground going sub 1,000 grams for the first time in history

Hope Technology bring their vibration damping technology from MTB to the world of drop handlebars, with the $695 RX Carbon Cranks

Will Classified Cycling be first to market with a completely self-sufficient electronic drivetrain?

Is SRAM about to revolutionize shifting again? The juggernaut drivetrain manufacturer has just been granted a patent on a chainring-coupled front shift mechanism that could improve aerodynamics of 2x equipped bikes, and allow for wild new frame designs.

Northern Ireland's Fustle floats a new elastomer-sprung linkage design for 12.5mm of rear-end compliance on the all-new Lakelander Gravel Bike.

Campagnolo roll out deeper, dual-profile rims for improved aerodynamics in cross-winds, while shaving over 100 grams off the overall weight for a claimed weight of 1,480g

Gravel bikes from Specialized, Factor, Allied Cycle Works, Canyon, Cannondale, and Salsa are all due a significant updated in 2025

Specialized, Cannondale, Cervelo, BMC, Wilier Triestina, Merida, Ribble, Canyon and Orbea all have models that are overdue a refresh... could 2025 be their year?

Dangerholm takes boutique to another level of beauty with his latest project; the Scott Solace Wasteland, complete with Klunker cross-bar, Mad Max inspired steel fork, and circular saws for disc rotors.

Officina Battaglin turn heads once more with the limited edition 1984, celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Giro winner's retirement and the beauty of lugged steel frames

A (very big) new player could be about to enter the indoor smart trainer market with a wheel-on design that should be quieter than other options, and easier to set up than direct-drive options

Want to add dropper post actuation to your SRAM 11s or 12s Apex groupset? Ratio Technology have a neat, ergonomically-friendly, and affordable solution.

The Sklar Super Something gets a lighter, less wallet-friendly titanium twin, with a carbon fork, clearance for 29" x 2.3" tires, and more.

Michael Moureček introduces the Festka Spectre Gravel, his distillation of a fast gravel race bike with, to no one's surprise, a stiffness inspired by the Spectre Road bike for the most direct pedal to propulsion ride feel

The 2024 Factor SLiCK joins a growing number of Triathlon bikes to boast in-frame storage, with a relocation of hydration and food storage to the top tube, and a rework of tube shapes to provide a faster, more convenient race bike for Iron Man distances

DT SWISS launch a Dynamo Hub, packed with Shutter Precision internals; available aftermarket, or as part of two new gravel wheels

Rodeo Labs updated the Flaanimal Ti bringing UDH compatibility, more refined 3D printed frame parts, improved tire clearance and a lighter overall construction

Real-time sensing of tire pressure, composite health, wheel speed, lean angle, yaw and road condition could all be possible with the "Smart Wheel Accessory" described in the latest patent from SRAM.

Riders with the SRAM Apex, Rival, Red and Force 11 Speed groups can add OneUp Components' Dropper Paddle, mimicking the ergonomics of a paddle shifter

Patents reveal an aerodynamic gravel suspension fork from Manitou, a five-spoke composite wheel from DT Swiss, and non-contact charging of a rear derailleur from Shimano!

The patent in question suggests that a single paddle could be used to signal both up- and down-shifts. Not only that, it could be wearable!

Nordest Cycles offer up a more affordable option for an electronic shift gearbox-equipped titanium gravel bike, with clearance for 700c x 50mm tires

With a 750 gram frame weight, the Schmolke Leggerissima stakes its claim as the world's lightest series production road bike on the market

The Ritchey Garden City is the fixie that will make you want to take up track cycling, or grow a moustache; one of the two. It's a limited edition affair, with only 100 numbered frames to be made.

FSA's K-Force AGX steps up for aero-endurance-gravel with a $349 USD flared-drop gravel bar with optional $269 USD aero loop extension.

The Ridley Kanzo Adventure steps up in affordable aluminum with 700c x 47mm clearance and mounts galore. Pricing starts at €1.999,00.

The all-new Ridley ASTR RS has been flying under the radar for some time; Piotr Havik went 4th fastest at Unbound 2024 on an ASTR RS prototype

The Nordest 3003 Ti takes a laid-back approach to gravel, with a 69° head tube angle and flat-bar geometry, with high-rise bars encouraged.

The LOOK E-765 Gravel and Road eBikes are lighter than their predecessors, with more power, increased range, and clearance for bigger tires.

Hunt add themselves to the slowly but surely growing number of wheel manufacturers offering recyclable carbon rims

Do you really need a new (like virgin-material-new) bike? Boucif Custom Bicycles offer an alternative, bringing new life to pre-loved steel frames with a unique twist.

Canyon, Pinarello, Trek and Yeti share insights on how artificial intelligence may, or may not be, designing your next bicycle

No.22 Bicycles will show the Reactor Aero prototype for the first time at the MADE bike show in Portland, OR August 23-25th

Shimano is working to patch up the security of their wireless shifting protocol after research highlights its vulnerability to cyber security hacks

A Super Acciaio from Condor, a Skinny from Scotland's Shand, a one-of-a-kind from Shrewsbury's Havren Frameworks and a Ltd Ed Curve Belgie from Melbourne, Australia - all in residence at Victoria Baths for Bespoked 2024

This one is going to knock your socks off.

Rim brake aficionados rejoice! The Colnago C68 Rim Brake brings a modern road frame with traditional brakes for the sentimental cyclist.

What do a 36er Titanium Gravel Bike, a Scotland-made boutique one-off aluminum CX bike, a Space Cake All-Road Bike and a bike made of ash tree wood have in common? All were at the 2024 Bespoked Show at Victoria Baths.

Sweet relief: The Onza Grava is also available in Black and Tan Wall

The Vittoria AirLiner Gravel Light tire insert works with tires up to 50mm wide to offer pinch-flat protection to more riders than ever

The Fizik One-to-One program is four years in the making, bringing the opportunity for all cyclists to ride a truly custom saddle, the shape of which is determined by the pressure mapping data collected while you're actually pedaling

The 2025 Liv Langma frame in the top-flight Advanced SL model weighs a claimed 667 grams, thanks to a new manufacturing process that molds the front triangle as one piece.

An immaculately conceived Colnago C68? The Fleur-de-Lys edition celebrates the upcoming Grand Départ in Florence, with 111 numbered examples, priced at 23,000 EUR, for the 111th edition of the Tour de France.

Arno Van Den Broeck rides to 30th place at Unbound with the Classified Powershift Hub and wireless electronic components of a new gravel groupset from TRP Cycling

Anyone got a spare $10,895 USD hanging about, also looking to save a few grams and watts? Look no further.

The Moots Flat Bar Express willfully abandons the notion of categorization. Is it a gravel bike? Is it a hardtail mountain bike? "For god's sake guys, stop trying to squash me into a box, it's not fair!", exclaims the outraged Express.

A more robust carbon VentureMax bar lands for the singletrack-curious gravel riders, with a 24° flare at the drops; available in four widths from 42-48cm, retailing at $299.95

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Fizik's low-profile flat-topped road racing saddle gets the Adaptive treatment with a 3D-Printed lattice developed in collaboration with Carbon; yours for just $259.99 USD.

Want to change your seated pedaling position but limited by proprietary seat posts? The Fair Bicycle Drop Best circumnavigates that issue with a 27mm offset clamp that can add a forward or a rearward offset.

Sixteen strain gauges, one gyroscope, a titanium axle and hollow carbon cranks combine to give a lightweight power meter crankset from Campagnolo with class-leading accuracy

Ratio refine drivetrain efficiency by reducing chain articulation angle through the derailleur cage with Ovalsized Jockey wheels, for when Oversized Jockey Wheels simply aren't efficient enough

Is SRAM set to double down on its gravel offering with a more powerful 4-piston flat mount brake caliper and a linkage fork?

The Scarab Paramo Integrated adds a slick, race-ready gravel option for the cable-haters, with a new Integrated Headset from Wolf Tooth, 700c x 48mm tire clearance and SRAM UDH

The Giro Aerohead 2.0 may have a very short career ahead, as UCI conducts review of TT helmet design

Canyon modestly describe the new Grizl:ON as a teleportation device, while simultaneously making its rider "more pilot, less passenger"

3D-Printed Saddles, Aero and Endurance Road Wheels, Titanium Gravel Bikes, Bikepacking Kit & More!

The Kinesis Tripster AT Plus delivers an affordable aluminum gravel frame with clearance for 700c x 60mm tires

The Gravine is Challenge Tires' more aggressive gravel offering, handmade with 260 TPI and available in Pro & XP series casings

New Fast Forward aero road hoops bring a 55mm deep rim to a (claimed) wheelset weight of 1,490 grams for £2,249

Industry Nine shows 5-Pawl SOLiX Road hubs and all-new AR40 carbon wheels for all-road and fast gravel

Mosaic Cycles utilize the ENVE In-Route Cockpit for a fully integrated GT-1 iAR titanium all-road bike, with custom geometry and paintwork included in the $8,300 USD retail

SRM X-Power Road brings a lighter, low-profile pedal-based power meter option for users of Shimano SPD-SL

Solar arrays on everyday bike components could massively reduce the risk of running down your AXS batteries mid-ride

Wolf Tooth ReMote Drop Bar brings another option for operating your dropper seat post from the hoods or the drops

The UCI put a stop to the use of massive Ekoi prototype pedals less than an hour before the start of Stage 2 of the Étoile de Bessèges

A UK-Made Cotic Escapade Do-It-All is available for a limited time, starting at £1,999 for the frameset

The Curve Carbon Walmer Bar adds Kevlar-reinforced oval section to 43cm, 46cm and 50cm wide drop bars with a 30° flare

Vittoria's latest tire for going against the clock comes with reduced rolling resistance and minor weight savings

A 1,385 gram gravel-specific suspension fork offering 40mm of hydraulically damped squish

Campag's range-topping road racing wheels go wider, deeper, more aero, and lighter than ever.

Pilot Cycles roll out the very first production-ready gravel bike to boast Pinion Smart.Shift Gearbox with drop-bar shifting ergonomics

The Vamoots 33 All-Road is a refreshingly affordable titanium affair with clearance for up to 700c x 38mm tires

Is the new SRAM Red AXS group about to hit the market? Leaked images show polished brake lever, and a svelte-looking derailleur and caliper.

The latest carbon hoops from Classified focus on improving comfort and aerodynamics, now accommodating wider tires across the lineup

There's no need to leave the kitchen sink at home on your next off-road bikepacking trip