Road Gear

In this week's column, Lennard fields questions about friction caused by cross chaining in modern drivetrains.

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From issue 88

Warm without the bulk and comfortable throughout, the breathable and weatherproof C5 Thermo Jacket tames the winter elements.

From issue 86

A reader survives a crash with an automobile, but his steel bike does not. How should he go about repairing the bent frame? Plus, mixing SRAM Rival and Campagnolo Record components.

From issue 85

If you’re looking for an easy way to manage minor aches and pains or to speed recovery after big races or travel, PowerDot offers an easy-to-use and travel-friendly tool for recovery and therapy.

Here’s your Week in Tech — all of the gear news you need, none of the marketing gibberish you don’t want.

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Park's Hydraulic Barb Tool crams a lot of action into one tool. It's all you'll need to cut your hydraulic brake lines and cleanly install barbs.

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The Whoop Strap 3.0 records physiological data all day so you get a better understanding of your sleep patterns, recovery needs, and peak performance goals.

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From issue 86

Lennard offers advice on the best cycling boots for cold conditions. Plus, a carbon repair firm weighs in on the damage that can be caused by indoor trainers.

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Windproof, water-resistant, non-padded, and insulated, the Velocis women's gloves are ideal for cold temps, but meet their match in freezing rain.

Here’s your Week in Tech — all of the gear news you need, none of the marketing gibberish you don’t want.

7Mesh tackles shoulder season with the Synergy Jersey, a lightweight, windproof, and water-resistant layer that takes the place of arm warmers and a vest.

Tech editor Dan Cavallari takes a critical look at the burgeoning market for performance e-road bikes, and investigates who, exactly, is the target customer for these high-tech and very speedy machines.

The TK1 Bib Shorts get high marks when the temperatures dip, even though they may not be the most aesthetically appealing choice.

From issue 86

Bicycle manufacturers offer advice on using a carbon-fiber frame with an indoor trainer. Plus, can tire sealant corrode raw aluminum?

By Clive Pursehouse

On this week's Week in Tech: Muc-Off's new pressure washer; Pegoretti's new stainless steel frame; Park Tool's community grant application opens.

We take a look at the Pinarello Grevil+ gravel bike (with O-Symetric rings!) of Olympic medalist, Tour de France podium finisher and Cat 5 gravel rider Bobby Julich.

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At VeloSwap, riders tested their legs on a punishing Zwift course while riding the new Saris H3 direct drive smart trainer on the Saris MP1 trainer platform.

In this week's Technical FAQ, a reader weighs in about using a warm hat and how it impacts helmet fit; plus, is it OK to reuse your cables and housing after trimming away the fray?

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In today's Week in Tech, we look at Abbey Bike Tool's new Team Issue Toolbox, Zwift's Movember fundraiser, Strava's new topographic maps, and more.

It's not Kuat's most expensive rack, but it's quickly becoming our favorite

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From issue 82

In this week's Technical FAQ, Lennard fields questions about mixing Shimano GRX components with XT; plus, a reader who applies cleaning wax to his bike discovers a problem with braking on carbon rims.

From issue 86

A wheeled bike travel case that is still small enough to let you dodge airline fees. Just be prepared to break down your bike extensively.

Here’s how good the Ultimate CF Evo Disc from Canyon is: I could only find two faults with it.

Words by Clive Pursehouse

From issue 88

From issue 82

This week Lennard gets to the bottom of a broken spokes dilemma and offers advice on replacing spokes, but not nipples

From issue 88

From issue 88

The C7 Race Jersey offers a highly compressive and comfortable fit racers will love on most of their training rides.

Poc and MIPS team up to improve helmet safety, while Sidi overhauls its Genius road shoe. Oh, and now there's an e-bike-specific chain lube.

The Sidi Genius 10

Comfortable, compressive, and race-cut, the C7 Race Bib Shorts hit the nail on the head for racers and aggressive riders

From issue 88

From issue 82

From issue 83

Gravel has its day once again with new pedals from Time and adventure bags from Bontrager

Reviewing the Stompump

Right out of the box, Sidi's new Wire 2 Carbons feel like they're broken in and conformed to your foot.

Use your smartphone or Lezyne GPS to control these lights

Selle San Marco Shortfit Supercomfort—From Issue 88

Lennard Zinn delves into the impact of motorized bikes, and discusses tubeless tire issues and solutions in the latest edition of Tech FAQ

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Get trained by QBP and Park Tool. Get fast with SLF Motion's aero oversize pulleys. Get SRAM eTap AXS with Viathon's G.1. Get light with Lazer's G1 helmet.

The RX8 cuts down on weight and banks on a snug fit for gravel race performance

Vittoria combines low rolling resistance and exceptional grip on this chunky, enduro-inspired tire that's just as at home on trail bikes

Lots of interesting tire talk in this latest edition of Tech FAQ with Lennard Zinn

Industry Nine's Hydra Hubs boast 690 points of engagement for optimum power transfer. Your fellow riders will certainly hear you coming, thanks to the hub's extra loud buzz.

Plus new 100% shades, Strava features, Hunt carbon hoops and more.

Top of the line Swiss engineering meets mid-level pricing in these tubeless-ready carbon hoops

In the old days, pro riders like Jan Ullrich often raced on custom bicycles painted to look like a sponsor's bike. Does this practice still occur? One reader wants to know.

An easy, intuitive app and a small, powerful camera that shoots 360-degree video makes for fun action shooting

After a reader suffers a tubeless blowout on a Pyrénées descent, Lennard digs into the potential causes for the catastrophe.

A smaller, lighter motor and updated geometry make the Trek Rail an e-MTB frontrunner