Shimano

Shimano has finally gone wireless, but does that matter? More on the BMC Teammachine, and more on the Velo Podcast.

Hannah and Will spent the day exploring Eurobike’s vast halls in search of the best new gear and most interesting handmade works of art.

Wireless shifting from its mountain bike drivetrains make for a better — but not perfect — Shimano GRX Di2 drivetrain.

After years of waiting, Shimano is now integrating Classified less than a month after TRP Vistar launched as the only groupset to do so.

Shimano's new Q'auto system incorporates a generator in its rear hub that powers the rear derailleur.

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

Trek releases environmentally-friendly signature colorways, a new Rapha jacket, 5Dev releases short length titanium cranks, and more.

Orbea's excellent e-road bike, the Gain, has gravel builds available, but they have never felt quite right off-road. Now Orbea has a properly tuned e-gravel bike.

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

From rumor to reality. Shimano officially launches drop-bar components as part of the budget-friendly Shimano Cues lineup.

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

Shimano's much-awaited 1x electronic groupset seems to be right around the corner.

Patents reveal an aerodynamic gravel suspension fork from Manitou, a five-spoke composite wheel from DT Swiss, and non-contact charging of a rear derailleur from Shimano!

The California chef often finds inspiration for the kitchen while riding his bike in Northern California.

Shimano's new 1x groupset may not be on your next bike, but it'll be on everyone else's.

We've rounded up the best deals on gear we'd actually use. Happy savings!

A celebration of custom cycling shoe art featuring three top cycling shoe artists.

This one is going to knock your socks off.

Dangerholm channels his inner Mad Max, a well-used Pegoretti, new bags and shoes, and more.

Sixteen gears and an internally geared hub make for one of the most interesting 'collabs' in the bike industry.

A few improvements hone an already great groupset, while the price stays in line with the previous generation. 

Shimano's new 12 speed Di2 gravel groupset is more evolution than revolution, building on an already great foundation.

Could a new Shimano patent point to a design direction that could leapfrog both SRAM and Campagnolo groupset designs?

New road and off-road kicks we found at the Sea Otter Classic.

Shoddy goes inside the car with Shimano's neutral service team for a race viewing experience like no other.

Yes, the Japanese fishing reel company also makes cycling sunglasses. Turns out they're pretty good!

Could your next gravel bike come with a gearbox rather than a derailleur?

This story originally appeared on Bicycle Retailer and Industry News.

A recent patent from Shimano reveals a new, more compact e-bike motor system for gravel bikes and road bikes.

Customers with 4iiii power meter Shimano cranks that are affected by the recall will be covered and able to get the replacement with a new 4iiii unit.

A voluntary inspection and replacement recall notice for certain bonded 11-speed Shimano Hollowtech II road cranksets.

The Colorado titanium bicycle manufacturer builds its first electric carbon gravel bike. We got down to the nitty gritty to ask why.

Shimano makes 12-speed more accessible with 105 mechanical.

GRX 12-speed receives key updates that add substantial range to their 1x drivetrains, new wheels, and more.

Shimano’s latest gravel groupset features a number of updates gravel cyclists have been asking for, from gearing to improved ergonomics.

A breakdown of Jai Hindley's Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL7 which he rode to win Stage 5 of the 2023 Tour de France.

A new Shimano GRX drivetrain, Canyon Grail, and Santa Cruz Stigmata gravel bikes spotted under the winners of Unbound Gravel 2023.

This latest campaign spearheads a massive new e-bike battery recycling program with 52 e-bike brands and 1,800 dropoff locations nationwide.

Shimano introduces limited-edition RX8 and RX6 Flint Hills gravel shoes to celebrate the early mornings and late nights that riders undertake while pushing their limits in Kansas each summer.

The family consists of three tiers below the 105 level that feature increased inter-compatibility, durability, and better shifting performance.

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Pinarello has a new race bike out, it sits below the Dogma but could very well perform just as well as the top dog.

Supplier switches between SRAM, Shimano, Campagnolo for Jumbo-Visma and UAE Emirates to be put under microscope in curtain-raising races.

VeloNews' editors debate and dissect the biggest stories of 2022 in our own 22-stage grand tour of the cycling year.

What a year it's been.

Another year, another round of our editors' favourite things.

Straight to the point on what those LED lights mean.

Shoes for everything from gravel to road, from warm days to snowy conditions.

Plus there's now a more affordable RX6 and a rowdier RX8R.

After the Jumbo-Visma to SRAM news, are UAE-Emirates about to switch groupset supplier also?

Reports in the Dutch media indicate that the Tour de France winners will change suppliers for next season.

Pro is finally starting to go after the weight weenies with the 153-gram Vibe Superlight drop bar and 92-gram stem.

Just a few fit-related tweaks to Shimano's top-tier road shoe.

There is also a women's specific version with a different last that is otherwise the same as the men's.

Can’t figure out what freehub body you need for a certain cassette type? This will help.

Shimano partners with Blubrake for ABS e-bike brakes, EVOC’s new case is ace for integrated cockpits, and say goodbye to disc brake rub.

It's only for e-bikes for now, but it has big implications for other bikes moving forward.

Twelve speed, semi-wireless shifting reaches a more affordable price point — though at a significant price premium over mechanical 105.

A look at the latest builds from Baum, Lost Workshop, Sugarloaf, HTech, Bossi, and more.

Take a look at what some of the riders will be using on Saturday as they make their way through the Flint Hills of Kansas.

Answering all the commonly asked questions, this is your ultimate guide to disc brakes.

A who’s who of bike builders showcase the new limited release polished silver GRX groups.

Sub-1,500 g claimed weights, generous 25 mm tubeless-compatible inner rim widths, and easily adjustable and serviceable bearings.

The 1,461g wheelset will complement the popular GRX groupset.

Shimano's Dura-Ace R9200P and Ultegra R8100P power meters now offer real-time Force Vector data.

Wilco Kelderman blamed disc brake induced spoke failure for his Giro GC demise. Could overheating disc brakes really break spokes or is this a heat of the moment reaction?

Everything you wanted to know about servicing your hydraulic disc brakes the pro way.

Pearl Izumi, created in 1950, became part of Shimano in 2008.

United Sports Brands (USB) has acquired the brand.

Ekar EPS, aluminum gravel wheels, and new 13-speed mechanical and electronic groupsets all seem like safe bets in the next year or two.

The go-to tools for caliper bolts, rotors, routing and cutting hoses, and more.

A world champion was thrown out of the race, the five-star favorite fell from grace, wheels were smashed, and a hyped tire technology was a no-show.

Shimano snuck in a few key changes with Dura-Ace and Ultegra cranks that should improve their reliability.

How to service Phil Wood Hubs, clean disc brake calipers pistons, and praise for Di2 ‘triples.’

A look at the cycle-specific tools that form the basis of a workshop or well-equipped toolbox.