Road Gear

Swiss builder officially launches frame used by Cadel Evans, Tejay van Garderen this month, and its new proprietary design software

This week, Lennard Zinn answers questions about oversized helmets, bottom bracket drop, and more

Global Cycling Network and Caley Fretz look at the super-light tech adorning Giro pro bikes for the mountains

Global Cycling Network takes a look at gear choices for Thursday's stage 18 TT at the Giro

In this week's Technical FAQ, Lennard Zinn answers questions about resurfacing brake tracks, disc/caliper combos, and more

On the Giro's second rest day, Blanco's mechanics are busy gluing tires, swapping out components, and a whole lot more

Evan Rudd enjoys a moment with Thomas De Gendt's Bianchi Oltre XR

Caley Fretz gets a peek at Rigoberto Uran's Pinarello, which in the absence of Bradley Wiggins gets the star treatment

The Optum-Kelly Benefit Strategies rider is using this SRAM red-equipped machine at the Amgen Tour of California

Mechanics and riders faced tough equipment choices for Friday's TT in San Jose

Collaborative group attracts 500,000 euros in government funding for R&D facility

California bike brand shortens the pathway between product development and launch with new aerodynamics lab

The "Manx Missile" will fly on Friday aboard this custom Venge, built to commemorate his 100th pro victory

Lennard Zinn takes us through Campagnolo's factory in Italy, which only recently opened its doors to the public

This week, Lennard Zinn relays information from bike companies about which type of braking method is preferred — and safer

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The 5-hour Energy captain is riding a Canadian frame built with a mix of Microshift and FSA components

Schleck favors the ride quality and more relaxed geometry of the Domane to the racier Madone

Most teams do not have a shoe sponsor, so riders are free to don a variety of footwear — including some with wild prints

Evan Rudd gets some quality time with Thor Hushovd's BMC Impec at the 2013 Amgen Tour of California

Caley Fretz checks out the time machinery at the 2013 Giro d'Italia

Motorsport meets pro cycling with new saddles and gloves from Prologo

VeloNews tech editor Caley Fretz talks with Global Cycling Network about the new tech he's seeing in Italy this month

Built to perform, these 28mm tubeless road tires are "right on the money"

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With two flats and only one spare tube in Italy this week, Caley Fretz got some help from a stranger named Giuseppe

In this week's Technical FAQ, Lennard Zinn answers readers' questions about IT band issues, inflating tires, and more

From helmets to frames to wheels and more, a look at some of the equipment riders used during the stage 2 team time trial at the Giro

Caley Fretz gets a peek at Vincenzo Nibali's time trial bike

Caley Fretz gets to spend a little time with the defending champion's Cervelo Rca

Lennard Zinn drops by Friction Facts to test the full-ceramic-bearing jockey pulleys on his cyclocross bikes after a muddy season

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Shimano pushes its 11-speed technology down the line with the launch of the new, wide-range Ultegra group

This week, Lennard Zinn answers questions related to carbon clinchers, including the differences between tubulars

Check out the latest offerings from Xentis, Scapin, Rauler, and Olympia

A collection of bikes, components, tool bags, shoes, and more that caught our eye at the Sea Otter Classic

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Diamondback is not known for making road bikes, but its new line of competitive road racing bikes might change your mind

The ideas are decades old, but the time has finally come for electronic shifting, the 27.5-inch wheel size, and dropper posts

Aaron Gwin rode Specialized's two new models of the Enduro trail bike at the Sea Otter Classic

Lennard Zinn answers readers' questions about swapping out chainrings, dealing with chain rub, and more in this week's Technical FAQ

For kids learning how to ride a bike, this is a solid option

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Best known for its tools, Lezyne showcases its full product line at the Sea Otter Classic that includes new lights and a digital pump add-on

The iPhone app, created by Orica-GreenEdge's Brett Lancaster and his physical therapist Cher Hetherington, is aimed at cyclists

Lennard Zinn heads back to Friction Facts to test a claim from ProGold that its lubricant smooths chain friction over time

Lennard Zinn rides the new endurance frame in Tuscany and details its new features

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We get up close with SRAM's new 11-speed drivetrains and hydraulic disc and rim braking systems

In Technical FAQ, Lennard Zinn talks about pulling cranks, lawyer tabs, stretching his IT band, and more

SRAM has taken the next big step in road drivetrains, introducing hydraulic disc and rim brakes with its new 11-speed groupsets

From the Eddy Merckx-branded Colnagos to the Lotus Bike TT frame, GCN looks at 10 of the most memorable frames in modern racing

Jason McCartney's 2013 Pinarello Dogma 65.1 Think2 comes with Campagnolo’s electronic Record EPS group

The Torqued Wrench reflects on Ambrosio Nemesis wheels, which passed away quietly on Sunday, hidden away from the cobbles they mastered

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In Technical FAQ, Lennard Zinn looks at flat-resistant tires, faulty research on chain lube, and more

Mechanics customize WorldTour machines for the cobblestone beating in northern France

Boonen was slated to ride a rig carrying the names of every Roubaix winner, but won't get the chance on Sunday

Italian builder is using a new carbon material, utilized for vibration reduction by NASA, in its new endurance road frame

Zipp will offer the 303 Firecrest in a disc-compatible build beginning this summer

Youcef Reguigui, Algeria's first professional since it gained independence, tackled Scheldeprijs aboard this Trek Madone

Details of SRAM's new 11-speed Red and Force groups, plus hydraulic disc brakes, are expected this month

We detail American Lucas Euser's NeilPryde Alize for Scheldeprijs

Campagnolo hasn't provided tools or instructions for removing Power Torque cranks, but Lennard Zinn outlines the process

Filippo Pozzato's Merida Reacto Evo for the Tour of Flanders

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Lennard Zinn continues to answer readers' questions about lubricating chains with paraffin wax

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Colorado-based Pro Bike Express grows business around transporting, caring for racer's bikes in tough winter conditions

Lennard Zinn answers reader questions on building Frankenstein drivetrains from Campagnolo, Shimano, and SRAM

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Cervélo's California product developers launch feathery light new Rca, with claims of improved stiffness and aerodynamics

Cervélo launches new semi-aero road frame out of its California R&D machine and the potential trickle-down is exciting

Philippe Gilbert will make a bid for MIlano-Sanremo this weekend aboard his rainbow-striped BMC Teammachine SLR01

Aerodynamics experts explain that it's not just in your head, training in cold temperatures really is more difficult

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It appears that Cannondale is working on a new version of its Synapse road bike, as riders on its ProTeam used it at Strade Bianche

If paraffin gets a rider a free six seconds over 10 miles, the time and efficiency gaps over longer riders would be significant

Rob English won the Best in Show award at the North American Handmade Bicycle Show; we profile his razor-thin time trial build

Shimano releases details regarding its 2014 product line, which includes a number of new wheels and a new component group