Road Gear

Remember that clunky SmartSense system? It's back and wrapped around one of the most compelling road bikes of 2025.

A comprehensive list of the best bike helmets to keep you safe, look great, make you faster, and help keep you cool.

Hunt says its latest wheels are lighter, more aerodynamic, and even use recycled carbon fiber.

Has the Dura become a computer we can trust? We rode with it for over 300 hours to find out.

These apparel lines blend decades of Italian craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology

Priority crowdsources its latest bike design, Universal Colours adds more... colors, and more this week in tech.

Factor says its Monza is designed for riders who don't have a support car tailing them every ride. Does that make it a better bike?

Summer riding is the best, and part of that is feeling good and looking good in the best cycling bib shorts.

Keep your frame in mint condition and ride confidently with RideWrap’s industry-leading protection kits

Are white saddles back in? Selle Italia and Pro seem to think so, and more in this latest roundup from Sea Otter Classic.

Two new options to consider if you need a bike travel case that can handle one-piece integrated handlebars.

Shoddy Dave takes us through the latest tech, trends, and insights to handle the cobbles of Paris-Roubaix.

Special edition DT Swiss hubs, new shoes from Giro, a Bluetooth-enabled bike rack, and more.

What are Wahoo's new Elemnt Roam, Elemnt Bolt, and Trackr Radar tailight light to use? We got our hands on them at Sea Otter Classic.

The Garmin Varia Vue completes the Garmin ecosystem of lighting, video, and radar, but don’t expect anything budget.

Hot off the massive (literally) launch of the Elemnt Ace is a thorough update of the rest of Wahoo’s Elemnt computer lineup.

Fizik's next frontier in keeping riders comfortable? Helmets, including a ventilated helmet, an aero helmet, and a tri helmet.

An updated titanium crank from Cane Creek, a new steel gravel bike from Battaglin, tube tires from Pirelli, and more this week in tech.

Ultralight bars, top-tier carbon gravel bikes, and lots of 3D printed gear that you should know about.

A $7,000 truing stand, a fancy blower from Muc-Off, and a bike with curves that'll make a Pinarello blush.

Overfast is going after marginally marginal gains with a slew of aero and weight-weenie-worthy gear at Taipei Cycle Show 2025.

We got our hands on XDS-Astana's race road bike for 2025 from Chinese bike manufacturer XDS.

TA5 lets you use QR hubs on thru-axle frames on new bikes, including with SRAM UDH. Is this the rare good new standard?

An inexpensive wireless and real-time tire pressure sensor, Sugino's 'capacity expander' pulleys, a budget 3D-printed saddle, and more from Taipei Cycle Show 2025.

An entirely new Vittoria gravel tire lineup, Panaracer has a limited-edition pair of tires that'll make you hungry, and more.

New wheelsets from Vision and Winspace, a special Aviiav wheelset using abalone shells, more fiber spokes, and yes, carbon fiber Brompton wheels.

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.

3D-printed titanium frames, Ai-driven rear camera systems, new wireless gravel groupsets, and more from Taiwan!

Shoddy Dave takes on the Taipei Cycle Show.

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.

A look back at the Aluminum Cervélo Soloist that Bobby Julich rode during his Paris-Nice winning 2005 season.

MyWhoosh gets virtual shifting, Roka has new glasses, new tires from Teravail, and more.

Specialized's road and gravel tire lineup gets a massive overhaul, including a new race-only road tire, new road tires, and a vastly updated Pathfinder Pro.

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

A Baby Hulk in World Championship stripes steals the show on this Strade Bianche-winning Colnago.

The biggest tech details from the white gravel roads of Italy.

Specialized looks to have a pair of new tires on the way, as well as new gear from Cadex and Zipp.

Yes, you read that right: gravel has hit the sweater world. That and more in the latest tech stories.

The new Grand Prix TR puts the tech of the wildly popular GP 5000 into a more hard-wearing, wallet-friendly package.

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.

Canyon's new program allows for a special selection of paint, component customization, and best of all, custom stem length.

Every week there’s a new group of products and services launched this week. Here’s what we saw.

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.

'Tom knows what he wants': All the key changes behind Pidcock's new setup came together just weeks before his high-pressure season debut with Q36.5.

How much do you need to spend on spring and fall cycling apparel? We spent the last five months test riding to find out.

Could this be a complete overhaul of Specialized's most popular saddle? We think so.

The Italian brand's latest endurance bike might just be the Pinarello you should be riding, even if it doesn't have that Dogma name.

Visma-LAB confirms selected use of aero-efficient TT helmets in road races after Wout van Aert and Niklas Behrens spotted training and racing in the Giro Aerohead.

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.

An exceptionally accurate power meter is available now, though all of that data is gonna cost you.

Tri bike and road bikes don't typically mix, but Quintana Roo says its new aero bike is "an unmitigated joy to ride."

Therabody's entry-level boots aren't perfect, but would be a welcome addition to any rider's recovery toolkit.

Secure bike storage solutions for any space, from compact apartments to large garages, that make sure your bike is always safe and protected.

More tech from the first WorldTour race of the year.

Ion Izagirre and Team Cofidis bring Campagnolo components and Look bikes fitted with power meter pedals to the Tour Down Under.

You might already have a pro bike fit. Here are some new trends and details we've spotted at the Santos Tour Down Under.

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

New Cadex aero tires, big gears, and aero gains left on the table for the three-time Australian road national champ.

How teams are keeping cool in the heat, the best non-cycling cycling shoes, and more from Down Under.

The Australian sprinter picked up right where he left off at the Tour Down Under last year.

Calling the Orbea Orca simply a climbing bike would do it a disservice, and that's before talking about its value for money.

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

Fat tires, color-matched valves, custom decals: We take a close look at Rüegg's team-issue Cannondale SuperSix EVO LAB 71.

Is a new Force AXS groupset around the corner? It sure looks like it.

The Giant Trinity Advanced SL and Liv Avow time trial bikes, and Cadex Max Aero Disc and Aero 4-Spoke wheels mark a faster set up for Team Jayco AlUla and Liv AlUla Jayco.

Ridley says they "invented speed" with its new Noah Fast aero bike.

The new Sempre Veloce is a road bike for today's road cyclists. That may upset a few professionals, however.

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.

The New Zealand-based Chapter2 launches a new road bike focused on ride feel rather than the numbers.

Cold is manageable, but cold and wet is brutal. After years of Pacific Northwest riding, here's how to protect your hands and feet.

Heat training is up there with high-carb fueling and topical cooling as a must-have of elite performance. CORE's new sensor makes it easier and more comfortable for amateurs to do it, too.

These stood out as my favorite bike images of 2024. Here's how you can improve your cycling photography.

Expect to see wider tires, even wider wheels, more bikes from Chinese manufacturers, and more on gravel bikes in 2025.

What brought joy to my 2024? Cargo bikes, cook books, fig bars, and more.

Our predictions for 2025? More aero, lower bike prices, new Shimano drivetrains, and a whole lot more.

From gigantic gels and whizzy watches to gas station snacks and the humble lacrosse ball: 10 things that saw me through a year of running, riding, and general living.

The 10 things I loved this year covering a range of creativity, adventure, and personal growth both on and off the bike.