Road Gear

We dig into the mysterious world of carbon fiber construction learning terms like modulus, resins, additives, and layups.

Following a merger with the former BMC Racing organization, CCC will ride Giant bikes for 2019. Here's a look at Serge Pauwels's bike.

Some are light, some are aero, some have MIPS, some cost an arm and a leg, some are easy on the wallet.

Lennard Zinn answers a variety of questions in this week's column.

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We give Giro the 'Thoughtful Update' award for its brain-saving design that integrates MIPS technology into the helmet shell.

Words/Images: Andy Bokanev

Polished parts, pantographed logos, and a 25th-Anniversary Dura-Ace group highlight this beautiful Zullo

From Issue 81

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A year-end tradition at CyclingTips, these lists allow our editors to highlight the products they loved the most in the year. Here, our production editor Iain Treloar shares his shining lights of 2018.

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Lennard Zinn addresses a variety of questions in this week's technical FAQ column.

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BMC ALR Disc One

With so many superbikes launched in 2018, it was hard to pick just one for this award. So we didn't. Here are three.

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

Words/Images: Andy Bokanev

Power meters are everywhere, but do we actually understand how they work or what they actually do for us as cyclists?

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To match his rainbow jersey, won in Innsbruck this fall, Alejandro Valverde has a special Canyon Ultimate CF SLX to match.

Lennard Zinn takes a variety of questions for this week's tech news column.

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Easton alloy goes head to head with a lot of carbon, and outperforms budget carbon on any surface.

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Ultegra RX Rear Derailleurs

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

We take a close look at five capable, versatile front lights for everything from winter commutes to occasional singletrack jaunts.

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Words and Images by: Andy Bokanev

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Lennard Zinn takes questions related to gearing, along with follow-ups regarding frame fatigue and brakes.

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Thule's latest entry in the hydration pack market impresses with secure fit, Koroyd padding, and a magnetic hose holder.

There are a lot of misconceptions about e-bikes, so we decided to sort through the basics of what they are and how they work.

This week, Lennard Zinn addresses questions related to braking systems from the 1960s and follow-ups to frame fatigue.

If you're serious about getting in miles on Zwift, Wahoo's Kickr trainer combined with the Climb and Headwind is the ultimate setup.

Looking for a lightweight way to pack more gear? This carbon pannier rack is sleek and easy to install.

If you don't want to lug around a bulky torque wrench, this elegant solution is perfect for travel and friendly to your bike's bolts.

Take care of your bike tools with this special rolling case that makes travel to the big races a breeze.

Make sure your bikes are clean, lubed, and ready to ride with this suite of Muc-Off products.

What would Santa ride? Why's titanium fat bike is a perfect way to dash through the snow this winter.

Cross Spikes allow you to customize your shoes for any and all 'cross conditions.

Stand out from the crowd of me-too GPS head units with Hammerhead's Karoo.

Light up the night this winter with a bright, integrated front and rear light set from Lezyne that is easily controlled with a bar-mounted remote.

Fanny pack aficionados will love Mission Workshop's stable fit and quick-draw multitool option.

A newcomer to the hydration market, Thule delivers a feature-loaded pack with a little extra protection.

Read the inside story of the most entertaining man in cycling straight from the three-time world champion himself.

These mountain bike shoes are meant for big adventures on rugged trails.

This green foam noodle looks a little weird, but it is actually a great way to prevent flats and protect your mountain bike's rims.

Get that footy for the boys — or girls — on your next cycling adventure.

Mountain bikers who like a bit more platform on their pedals will dig this shiny red offering from Time.

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Three Jerseys For Climbing and Battling the Heat

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

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If you're building the ultimate smart trainer setup, you probably want a fan to match. Wahoo's Kickr Headwind isn't cheap but it is smart.

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In 2002, Specialized revolutionized bicycle suspension technology with a shock that had a mind of its own.

Wahoo finds another way to make indoor trainer workouts more realistic with the Kickr Climb, but this upgrade comes at a steep price.

Lennard Zinn takes questions regarding how long aluminum frames and other bike parts should last before they fail.

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Are there better wheels than the Pacenti Forza for less the $500? We don't think so.

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We speak with Chris Jacobson of Shimano North America to learn why riders like shorter saddles and talk about bike fitting.

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Lennard Zinn answers another round of questions from readers in this week's column.

We comb through VeloSwap to find the most intriguing, unusual, and nostalgia-inducing gear at VeloSwap.