Shimano

Differences between chain lines of Campagnolo, Shimano, and SRAM disc brake setups.

Truck driver rendered unconscious, cargo bay emptied of Shimano parts in targeted highway theft.

It's a party on two wheels.

VeloNews technical expert examines brand cross-compatibility of brakes and drivetrain components.

Once thought to be only for workshop use, a hanger gauge is now a commonly needed tool to achieve perfect shifting.

Here's what's making cycling tech headlines on Wednesday, December 1.

How to mix and match braking components across brands, and why Shimano does not offer a 10-tooth cog for new groups.

Shoddy looks back at his favourite products from a hectic year.

Gear of the Day

Here's the cycling tech news making headlines for Friday, November 5.

Plus there's a new shoe for the track riders and some limited edition gravel kicks, too.

Dura-Ace pedals for $99? Shimano issues a statement warning customers of a fake site appearing to offer Shimano products at discounted prices.

My wishlist of things that could promote positive change.

Cargo bikes may have dominated this year's Eurobike show, but we tracked down a smattering of gravel bikes and accessories heading your way in 2022.

The death of Ultegra mechanical can only mean one thing.

Finally, a durable pedal for casual cycling.

Can't find the part you need in stock? These tips may help.

Here's one way to get your hands on the new Shimano Dura-Ace.

A special inside look at the new Shimano Di2 R9200 and Ultegra Di2 R8100.

Also wider-range gearing, faster shifting, quieter and more powerful brakes, and a new power meter for Ultegra, all with the same high-capacity battery as before.

The 'wiredless' format is neat, but it’s the improved brakes and availability of more gearing range that really stand out here.

I love the shift performance, the D-Fly integration, the battery life, and the reliability. With the braking changes, Shimano has moved closer to eliminating one major complaint of road discs.

Shift speed and braking improvement, D-Fly Garmin control is integrated, and mechanical shifting goes away.

A new hose-end fitting and revised bleed cups aim to ease the service task.

An axle upgrade that turns your existing Shimano SPD-SL pedals into a power meter. However, there is one big trade-off.

Cavendish's chain has shot off his chainring following two sprints at this year's Tour. Why?

First Shimano North America, and now Shimano Australia has followed with direct-to-consumer e-commerce.

Without the restraints of cables, electronic shifters can be put anywhere. But is that a good thing?

We take a look at some of the new, unbranded, prototype, and non-sponsor-correct wheels and tyres used in this year's Tour de France peloton.

Here's what's making cycling tech headlines on Tuesday, June 22.

Still a lot of questions to answer, but the next-gen Dura-Ace is looking pretty tasty.

Here's what's making cycling tech headlines on Friday, May 28, 2021.

It mightn't be long until even seasoned pro mechanics can barely remember the smell of tubular glue.

Nine wholesome minutes of Very Good Dogs running along mountain bike trails.

It’s heavier than Force and Red, yes, but it arguably works even better and is way, way less expensive.

These are the cycling tech tidbits making headlines for Thursday, April 8.

Kailey Kornhauser and Marley Blonsky want to change the perception of who is a 'bike rider'. In their film, they discuss societies obsession with weight and why they are reclaiming the word fat without its negative connotations.

Here's what's making tech headlines on Tuesday, March 23.

Shimano has been counting down to its 100th birthday with a special website, and the moment is finally here.

In this week's episode of That's My Bike, one of the unsung riders of the peloton, Timo Roosen, to chat about his new Cervelo.

How to set up Shimano Syncro Shift to get a wider gear range.

A tool that goes beep-beep and offers professional-level accuracy.

Recent filings with the US Federal Communications Commission reveal that Shimano’s next generation of Dura-Ace Di2 will be at least semi-wireless — and not only that, but SRAM looks to finally be bringing its AXS wireless system down to the Rival level.

Something wireless is coming! Is it new Dura-Ace, XTR or something else?

The partnership between the Japanese component giant and the governing body for cycling first started in 1999.

Shimano's new Ultegra is the reel deal.

How to service a Shimano rear derailleur with a Shadow+ clutch.

Mavic's iconic yellow vehicles will no longer be at the Tour de France

Deal across all ASO races marks end of era for Mavic and its iconic yellow vehicles.

Your chain shoulders a lot of the workload of the drivetrain, yet most of us don't truly understand it — or worse, we neglect it.

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I've long been a fan of Shimano's shoes, but one particular type of change Shimano made bugs me.

Shimano Dura-Ace wireless 12-speed drivetrains may be on the horizon, according to recently approved patents.

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Gravel drivetrains exist, but do they really need to? Ben Delaney and Dan Cavallari discuss the merits of a dedicated gravel groupset.

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Is a power meter a help or a hindrance for riding and racing gravel? Rambleur's Kristen Legan and Shimano's Nick Legan have different perspectives.

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Pro components, which falls under the Shimano umbrella, has grown its collection of saddles, bags, and handlebar offerings.

From $420 alloy wheels to $2,500 carbon hoops, here are some comparative thoughts on current gravel wheels I've been riding.

Our technical expert answers questions about pro teams tracking flats and muddy, icey SRAM chains woes.

Unbranded wheels abound in this year's Tour, from Princeton Carbonworks on Richard Carapaz's bike, to mystery hoops from Shimano on several riders' bikes.

Fielder has been painting shoes for top pros like her partner Bennett for four years.

Shimano refines its flagship road shoe with 3D power analysis.

The ME7 shoes have synthetic leather uppers, neoprene cuffs, a comfortable and effective retention system, and Michelin rubber soles.

Shimano's GRX group gets gravel just right, with its purpose-built brake levers and exceptional shifting. But there's one thing that really bugs me...

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Shimano added 15 shoes to the company's offerings, with more color options and also sizing for smaller, narrower feet.

The decades-long story of one of cycling's most enduring designs, what is perhaps the world's biggest-selling clipless pedal, and a personal quest to find its inventor.

Based on testing a wide variety of options, here is what I recommend and why.

The seemingly esoteric product quickly found a cult-like following across the U.S. and especially in the rolling hills of the Midwest.

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New patent application shows an array of interlinked components, such as suspension settings electronically set by stem height for climbing or descending.

Both eTap and Di2 are excellent groups. But is SRAM or Shimano's system right for you? We answer that question on this episode of the VeloNews Tech Podcast.

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