First Ride: Ignore the Marketing, the Topstone Lefty Is Cannondale’s Real Gravel Race Bike
It doesn't matter the label on it, the Cannondale Topstone Lefty is the gravel race bike you actually need.
It doesn't matter the label on it, the Cannondale Topstone Lefty is the gravel race bike you actually need.
The Annual REI sale pricing puts the Garmin Edge 1050 at the price point that changes the whole purchasing conversation, and there are other options too.
Is Strava finally adding an in-app training platform? It sure seems like it.
Elite's smart trainers add compatibility with Zwift Cog and Click, Coros adds a device repair program, and more this week in tech.
The new Zipp 303 SW wheels replace the Firecrest with an updated focus and an AXS connected pressure sensor on board.
Zipp launches new tires and hubs plus AXS connected wheels with integrated pressure sensors so you know if you are ready to ride.
A fractured tibia ends Dylan Johnson’s attempt at an Unbound breakthrough in 2025, but he’s staying positive.
There were signs but there’s officially new Forerunner watches with long battery and a seamless handoff to a rechargeable heart rate monitor.
MyWhoosh unveils a $1 million prize purse for its Championships, sub 10-kg e-bike with custom brakes, and more this week in tech.
With recent changes at Strava, Zwift outdoor ride tracking could siphon off users worried about paying for extra subscriptions.
The Priority Gemini Smart.Shift Gravel requires no real maintenance and makes sense for a specific type of rider.
Slug Bicycles drops a new titanium gravel bike with 57 mm clearance, Gore has a limited edition jacket, Wahoo's new computers are officially on sale, and more tech this week.
Canyon athlete Freddy Ovett rode a Canyon suspension fork with DT Swiss branding fitted to a Canyon Grail at The Traka 360.
Roundup of the latest and greatest from the off-road tech world and beyond.
How do you solve spectators entering Liège-Bastogne-Liège Femmes, thoughts on the Coros Dura computer, and an out there Kona gravel bike.
A comprehensive list of the best bike helmets to keep you safe, look great, make you faster, and help keep you cool.
Australian company Bastion launches the Bastion Archetype with the looks you want plus aerodynamic credentials
FasCat's AI coaching adds some motivation, new Fulcrum alloy wheels, and Tailwind's high-carb mix is available now.
Priority crowdsources its latest bike design, Universal Colours adds more... colors, and more this week in tech.
360 cameras make a lot of sense on a bike and the Insta360 X5 is an updated version with features that make sharing your rides easier.
Summer riding is the best, and part of that is feeling good and looking good in the best cycling bib shorts.
2025 is a big year for gravel bikes, which based on what we've learned, will mean a big year for bikes of all kinds. Here's why.
This week in tech we see what Strava is planning, what the competition is planning, and there's colors for your Hammerhead and helmet.
We all know the big names but Sea Otter is a chance for boutique clothing brands to catch your eye and attention.
The Colnago V5Rs isn’t the most anticipated recent announcement but it might have more expectations, does it hold up?
Two new options to consider if you need a bike travel case that can handle one-piece integrated handlebars.
A Sea Otter collection of unique drinks to perform better during a ride then enjoy your recovery without alcohol.
The Gravel Galibier is both beautiful to look at and perfectly balanced in contradictions. Stirring discussion is the point.
The Q36.5 Unique Pro Shoes are coming soon and we managed to sneak a peek at them before anyone else.
Drop bar mountain bikes are hitting the market and the Sanitas Node Cambium is the latest. Is this the future?
Gyroid-shaped infill sets the Cadex Amp 3D saddle apart from the rest of the field.
Morelle bikes is claiming to revolutionize the experience of owning an e-bike with a lightweight, fast charging model unlike anything else.
The Garmin Varia Vue completes the Garmin ecosystem of lighting, video, and radar, but don’t expect anything budget.
The all-new Allied Able completely redesigns the iconic chainstay making room for bigger gearing and bigger tires.
An updated titanium crank from Cane Creek, a new steel gravel bike from Battaglin, tube tires from Pirelli, and more this week in tech.
Alexis Cartier is training for his Life Time Grand Prix races while he rides across a continent. Will it work?
For our latest this week in tech roundup we’ve got an oversized pulley wheel that’s affordable and a Sturdy Ti bike that doesn't take forever. There’s a couple of services too.
First there was a "leak" and now we've got video confirmation of the new Colnago V5Rs. Expect a new Colnago coming soon.
Alexis Cartier lives the ride-to-the-race ethos, but his races lie scattered across a continent rather than a city.
WorldTour racing regular Vision Metron RS wheels shave weight with carbon spokes and an updated 45mm or 60mm profile.
It might look the same as previous designs but the new POC Cytal is an updated helmet with a better crash rating.
The Specialized S-Works Ares 2 is wider, looks better, claims a wild 7-watt advantage, and should last longer but there’s a price to pay.
Trek releases environmentally-friendly signature colorways, a new Rapha jacket, 5Dev releases short length titanium cranks, and more.
MyWhoosh gets virtual shifting, Roka has new glasses, new tires from Teravail, and more.
The 2025 Cannondale Topstone Carbon ditches AI spacing and SmartSense lighting while keeping rear suspension and, if you want it, a Lefty.
Details are sparse but Strade Bianche recon pictures reveal what appears to be a Zipp climbers wheel with integrated pressure sensor
After years of sideloading apps the Hammerhead Karoo gets a native app store while retaining the ease of the Android OS.
Yes, you read that right: gravel has hit the sweater world. That and more in the latest tech stories.
We saw gravel technology from SRAM on display at this year’s Omloop Het Nieuwsblad. It’s time you consider similar for your own riding.
A tech check out covering quick takes on interesting gear Velo editors have been taking a look at.
Every week there’s a new group of products and services launched this week. Here’s what we saw.
Lachlan Morton broke a record riding from Wellington to Auckland, but Rapha missed a key detail in telling the story.
Lachlan Morton finishes the Auckland to Wellington journey 92 minutes faster than the record on one of his biggest days ever.
Who cares if it's faster? The Silca Wax System is easy and keeps your bike clean. After a year I'm never going back.
Every week there’s a new group of products and services launched this week. Here’s what we saw.
Photo details: Biomimicry and blindingly bright paint still make it hard to overlook the massive chainring on this Pinarello Bolide F TT.
Last minute UCI ban left Ineos Grenadiers scrambling ahead of today's stage to replace a TT visor that’s been in use since 2022.
We’ve already seen it raced at the UAE Tour Women but Pogačar’s Colnago Y1Rs has the sacred rainbow stripes and a 3D printed Wahoo mount.
Zwift has always been the best place to complete a workout. Now TrainerRoad makes the workouts worth doing.
The U.S. market just got a new shoe option as Sidi revives the brand in North America with new shoes and new retailers.
It’s been two years since ShakeDry left the market. Here’s 7 great cycling jackets that are not only replacing but surpassing Gore ShakeDry.
The Wahoo Elemnt Ace might be half-baked, but that's the nature of new technology. Is Wahoo pioneering the use of aero sensors?
From rumor to reality. Shimano officially launches drop-bar components as part of the budget-friendly Shimano Cues lineup.
Secure bike storage solutions for any space, from compact apartments to large garages, that make sure your bike is always safe and protected.
Ion Izagirre and Team Cofidis bring Campagnolo components and Look bikes fitted with power meter pedals to the Tour Down Under.
Dating back to 1926, UK brand Pashley unveils a new drop bar performance range of handcrafted steel bikes under the Pashley Roadfinder name.
Salt pills work, broccoli doesn't, and there's lots of nuance. Here's a short-ish dive into the rabbit hole of nutrition and fueling.
For 2025 XDS Astana announced a new team name and a new bike. We’ve seen studio pictures but now it’s broken cover at the Tour Down Under.
The Nix hydration monitor offers clear performance benefits and the UCI approves it for competition. Why are some sensors approved and others not?
Training camp photos reveal a familiar Cervelo P5, but new components round out a Wout van Aert setup that looks brand new.
Hutchinson tires, especially in the US, have felt like a secondary brand. Does a 2025 return to WorldTour racing change that perception?
The updated CORE2 body temp sensor keeps the same tech the WorldTour seems to love and makes one important change.
For the last eight weeks I’ve been following the advice of CoachCat from FasCat Coaching. Here’s what I’ve learned and what you need to know about AI coaching.
Cold is manageable, but cold and wet is brutal. After years of Pacific Northwest riding, here's how to protect your hands and feet.
These 2024 sport trends in athlete training are revealed by data gleaned from Strava, Garmin, Trailforks, and Ride with GPS. Here's what we found.
These stood out as my favorite bike images of 2024. Here's how you can improve your cycling photography.
Smaller events? New equipment standards? A changing of the guard? Four Velo editors make predictions about the state of gravel cycling and racing in 2025.
Our predictions for 2025? More aero, lower bike prices, new Shimano drivetrains, and a whole lot more.
Got some downtime this holiday break? This is a collection of suggestions for the best cycling YouTube to watch when you can.
The 10 things I loved this year covering a range of creativity, adventure, and personal growth both on and off the bike.