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Understanding The Features (And Mysteries) Of Your Garmin. "Unboxing your new Garmin is exciting - and then, quickly, intimidating! So many features, so many metrics... here's the need-to-know." By Molly Hurford (bicycling.co.za) (Image Credit not Found)
Rouvy Adds New Strava Live Segment Racing Feature. "Today, Rouvy has announced (and rolled out) the first of their new features for the upcoming winter riding season." By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker)
DJI Mini 3 Pro Accessories Tested: New Bike Mount for ActiveTrack. "The DJI Mini 3 has become my defacto drone for virtually all of my sports tracking shots this summer, both locally and on trips." By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker)
13.4lbs (6.1kg)!?! Check out the superlight Schmolke Aerrow. "New disc brake model from German carbon specialist Schmolke will delight the weight weenies." By Mat Brett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Whatever happened to colored road bike tires? Find out why we rarely see them now. "Colored tires were a road bike fashion for a while... but not anymore. We asked the tire brands where they've gone and whether they're likely to make a comeback." pic Simon Wilkinson:SWPIX
Alba Optics SOLO Review. "These are the most comfortable frames I’ve ever worn." Words by Jerod Foster (gravelstoke.com) Images by James Loss, Justin Rex, and Sally McWilliams Credit @JustinRex_
It's all about the big brands this week: Five cool things coming soon from Specialized, Giant, Garmin and Canyon. "Check out the latest and coolest gear we have on test right now, with full reports on the way." By Jamie Williams (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
News,
Blogs, Misc.
Oakley Kato sunglasses. "Excellent clarity, performance and fit, but with an eye-watering price tag." By Stu Kerton (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Redshift Arclight Bike Pedals. "Not the cheapest way to get some extra lights on your bike, but effective." By Stu Kerton (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
10 Years Ago Today - Wahoo Announced the KICKR: Here’s a Blast From The Past. "It wasn’t always like this. That is to say, just over a decade ago, there was no such thing as 3rd party trainer apps like Zwift or TrainerRoad." By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker)
New SRAM derailleur spotted at MTB World Championships. "BlackBox components and industry-wide adaptation of UDH spells the end of derailleur hangers." By Alex Evans (bikeradar.com) (Image Credit Alex Evans / Our Media)
Whoop Has Creatively Painful Discount Promotion This Week. "You pay a subscription fee and then get the hardware for free (including any new versions that come out). It starts at $30/month if bought monthly, but gets down to about $20/month if you buy a 24 month package." By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker)
Drivetrains explained: all of the parts that make your bike go. "Everything you need to know about bike drivetrain systems and components." By Oscar Huckle (bikeradar.com) Simon von Bromley / Immediate Media
DJI Avata In-Depth Review: Everything you need to know. "You wear a pair of goggles and control the drone as if you were visually inside it. It doesn’t have DJI's ActiveTrack mode for following subjects while running/cycling/etc, nor does it have obstacle avoidance sensors. Thus, it’s designed for manual flying." By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker)
Mythos Elix Stem. "High-end price with the looks and technology to match, even if it doesn't outperform traditional offerings." By Stu Kerton (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
TrainerRoad Starts To Tackle Running Support. "Once toggled, it’ll start to import running workouts from your data sources, such as Strava & Garmin Connect. After which, you’ll be able to view them within the platform, with some of the same tools that you have on the cycling side." By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker)
Silca hits peak gravel with world's first 'gravel-specific' mini pump + news from Garmin, Roval, Rapha, BMC & more. "Does the world need a gravel specific mini pump? Well, it's got one now. Plus loads more clothing, bikes and accessories in this week’s tech news." By Mat Brett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Lezyne Rap II 19 CO2. "Offers the majority of the tools you'll need on a ride, and is competitively priced too." By Stu Kerton (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Gear Break: Primal Linux Shorts & Bibs, KANSEPT1 Sale, CADEX Tubeless Tire, CHAPTER2 Gravel Bars, Juice Lubes Valves & Enduro Bearings. "What's new?" (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
5 things we hate about Shimano 105 Di2. "We really like that Shimano has brought Di2 to its 105 groupset, but it isn't all good." By Liam Cahill (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Fizik Vento Ferox Carbon Shoes. "Good looking, comfortable and stiff shoes ready for gravel, mountain biking, cyclocross and more." By Nick Cox (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
In the Drops: Universal Colors tech tee, Groundtruth bag, Sportful jacket and a free hydration planner. "This week’s round-up of tantalizing cycling kit plus free stuff." By Emma Cole (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found)
Podcasts,
Video
Trek Recall: 2022 Speed Concept SLR, 2021-2022 Emonda SLR, and Bontrager Aeolus RSL VR-C handlebar/stem. "The recall relates to the cockpit on each model, which Trek will replace for free." (velonews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
OneUp Components announces its first 27.2mm dropper post for gravel and XC bikes. "The new post offers more drop without a sizeable weight penalty, according to OneUp." By Oscar Huckle (bikeradar.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Peloton teams up with Amazon in bid to halt sliding bike sales. "News sees shares of beleaguered fitness brand rally – but they’re still a fraction of the value they were just nine months ago." By Simon MacMichael (road.cc) Peloton bike (via YouTube)
Shimano 105 Di2 vs SRAM Rival eTap - Which is better? "For ages, the entry level electronic groupset was SRAM Rival, but now Shimano has entered the fight with 105 Di2. But which is better? Let’s find out." By Liam Cahill (road.cc) (screenshot)
How to silence disc brakes: 9 ways to fix squealing disc brakes. "Here's how to stop any unwanted noise from your disc brakes." By Oscar Huckle (bikeradar.com) (Image Credit not Found)
What’s the deal with road tubeless? "Why is there so much competing information about using a hooked or hookless rim?" (roadbikeaction.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Silca’s latest release, the Gravelero, is a gravel-specific mini-pump. "The brand has, as always, sweated the finer details." By Oscar Huckle (bikeradar.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Lezyne Sport Gravel Drive Track Pump. "Excellent, efficient track pump that is fully serviceable and will last a lifetime." By Suvi Loponen (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
10 Ways A Power Meter Will Improve Your Riding. "As the price of power meters continues to tumble into the just-about-affordable range, here's how one will change your cycling life." By The Bicycling Editors (bicycling.co.za) Favero Assioma
Specialized Power Pro with Mirror. "A high ticket price, but it's a cleverly designed saddle with great comfort and support." By Stu Kerton (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Fenrir Titanium bikepacking bike from Otso Cycles sheds weight, runs drop or flat handlebars. "Following in the Warakin's tire tracks, the Otso Fenrir is getting an upgrade. Like the brand’s amazing gravel bike, the Fenrir bikepacking bike started out as a stainless steel beauty." By Zach Overholt (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Best gravel bike accessories: 9 ways to improve the speed and comfort of your gravel bike. "Gravel accessories to fine-tune your ride." By Katherine Moore (bikeradar.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Tour de France Tech Talk with Anna Greetis from SRAM. "Let's talk tech with one of SRAM's go-to mechanics, industry veteran Anna Greetis. And wheel-changes, F1-level wheel changes." By Rosael Torres-Davis and Tara Seplavy (bicycling.co.za) ASO/Thomas Maheux
Specialized S-Works Torch road shoes review. "The Torch gets the S-Works treatment." (roadbikeaction.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Check out Brompton’s P Line super-commuter - Lightweight, fast and easy to carry. "If you want a portable bike for convenient commuting, this is right up there with the very best." By Mat Brett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Cross is coming! And Cervélo R5-CX framesets are ready for your cyclocross builds. "Last winter when Cervélo debuted their dedicated R5-CX cross bike under Marianne Vos and Wout van Aert, it looked like you pretty much could only get one if you had won a few CX World Championships." By Cory Benson (bikerumor.com) photo by Alex Hays
Unit 1 Faro bike helmet review: Get smart for the commute. "Do you feel like brake lights and turn signals make a safer bike commute?" By Josh Ross (cyclingnews.com) (Image: © Josh Ross)
The gear I used to ride gravel roads and famous cols from Torino to Nice. "My body took a beating after the 400 miles and 58,000 feet of climbing along the France-Italy border, but my equipment passed the test." By Betsy Welch (velonews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
What's brighter, this jersey or rear light? This week's five cool things coming soon from Santini, Ravemen, HJC, Zefal and TICCC. "A 500 lumen rear light and all the latest and coolest gear we have on test right now, with full reviews on the way." By Jamie Williams (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Ryder Innovation Kinetic Cage & Strap. "Extra positioning options for well-filled frames, plus handy storage strap." By John Stevenson (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Limar Air Atlas aero road helmet gets UFO powers for free speed. "Limar's newest lightweight Air Atlas aero road helmet is being raced for its third Grand Tour of the season with the Astana Qazaqstan Team, but now for the first time with an extra clip-on at the Vuelta for free speed gains." By Cory Benson (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found)
No Ordinary Joe. "No Ordinary Joe sub-titled ‘Cycling Legends 1960’s, 1970’s, 1980’s, a unique collection of stories, USA & Canada." By Edmond Hood (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
The Brompton, Engineering for Change. "Very interesting account of the world of Brompton according to the man who matters." By Richard Peploe (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Can this bike light really get you seen by a driver 5 times faster? Plus more top tech from Rapha, Mio, Mywhoosh, Dynaplug + more. ""Not just another annoying red light" and a roundup of the rest of the week’s most interesting cycling tech." By Jamie Williams (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Squirt Long Lasting Chain Lube. "Durable wax lube that keeps your chain impressively clean and smooth." By Stu Kerton (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Early Preview: The new 2023 Giant Propel. "Take a look at the features of the aero road bike that will be arriving in Canada in the upcoming season." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found)
Technogym Ride Smart Indoor Bike In-Depth Review. "There are smart bikes, and then there are smart bikes. The indoor smart bike market over the last few years has exploded with options." By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker)
Gear Break: CADEX 50 Ultra Wheels, KANSEPT1 VENTOUX Collection, Shimano Indoor Cycling Shoes, The DynaPlugger, Wahoo and Team AMANI & Bravur Vuelta Chronograph. "What's new?" (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
In the Drops: Big Specialized Fjällräven collab #2, Maap PAM T-shirt, ETC mini-pump and playlist #8. "This week’s roundup of cool (debatable) new things in cycling is almost a collaboration special." By Will Strickson (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found)
Quoc Gran Tourer II Gravel Shoe Review. "High fashion meets great cycling performance." By Stephen Cheung (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Adidas road cycling shoes, Vittoria tires, Le Col Long Sleeve Jersey and a titanium frameset. "Plus the week's best news, reviews and advice." By Jack Evans (bikeradar.com) Stan Portus / Our Media
How to Wash Your Cycling Kit, According to the People Who Made It. "Do you wash your expensive cycling kit correctly? Spoiler: wash cold, dry cold, normal detergent rocks, softener will kill it!" By Joe Lindsey (bicycling.co.za)
Liv Rev Pro Mips helmet. "Sleek and comfortable helmet that fits securely, with effective cooling and extra safety tech." By Lara Dunn (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Bike of the Week - The Berria Belador Allroad is a Spanish gravel bike with seatstay suspension. "Meet the Spanish brand's first gravel bike." By Oscar Huckle (bikeradar.com) Oscar Huckle / Our Media
Some Tips for Traveling with Your Bike. "My first rule of flying with a bike is no hard cases. I once counted up all the different cases I’d reviewed over the years. At this point, it’s more than 10, not including cardboard boxes." By Padraig (cyclingindependent.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Carrera Subway All Weather Edition Men’s Hybrid Bike. "Brilliant versatile round-town bike with really handy extras to cope with the weather." By John Stevenson (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Northwave Extreme Pro 2 Shoes Review. "Northwave adds bullet-stopping, weight reducing, comfort to their top road shoe, The Extreme Pro 2." By Charles Manantan (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
6 Things I’ve Learned After 6 Months with Shimano’s Latest Ultegra. "A detailed analysis of the groupset." By Andre Cheuk (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found)
Shimano 105 R7100 Di2 Groupset. "Excellent performance, but not the most competitive price-wise." By Stu Kerton (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Is a 13-speed Campagnolo road groupset on the way? "Plus a power meter, or an electronic version of Ekar? Here’s what we think is coming next from the Italian component maestros." By Mat Brett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Best bike chain locks 2022: Our choices for the most flexible locking solution. "The best chain locks offer the convenience of flexible locking when bike racks aren’t available." By Josh Ross (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Josh Ross)
Garmin Vivosmart 5. "A handy smart tracker that benefits from a good app, but lacks its own GPS receiver." By Stu Kerton (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Pearson Minegoestoeleven review. "Minegoestoeleven is sublime to ride thanks to wide tires and innovative shifting, and punches well above its weight in price." By James Spender (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found)
Logos Components Changes the Gravel Wheel Game Forever. "The new component brand called L?g?s Components takes a playful yet serious approach to offering premium components at direct-to-consumer pricing." (gravelstoke.com) Press Release
Tiffany Cromwell’s SBT GRVL-winning Canyon Grail CF SLX. "Canyon//SRAM Racing’s Tiffany Cromwell won the SBT GRVL Blue Course on this Grail CF SLX." By Stan Portus (bikeradar.com) (Image Credit not Found)
The Bike Friday All-Packa is a genre-defying folding gravel bike with 20in wheels. "Customization and mounting points aplenty on the new All-Packa." By Oscar Huckle (bikeradar.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Crankworx Whistler - First Ride on LOOK's new and incoming Trail Roc MTB pedals. "The Trail Fusion pedal features a composite body that measures 107x105mm and is 18mm thick." By Steve Fisher (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Bike components explained: a jargon buster to all of the key frame, wheelset and groupset parts on a bicycle. "Get your head around headsets, drivetrains, derailleurs and more." By Paul Norman (bikeradar.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Verve InfoCrank IC2 power meter adds sleek modular upgrade to benchmark accuracy. "After many years of anticipation, Verve is back with a complete overhaul to their crank power meter that set a benchmark for no-hassle accuracy with their all-new modular InfoCrank IC2." By Cory Benson (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Most Smartwatch Companies Aren’t Truthful in Size Specs. "The measured thickness of the Galaxy Watch5 Pro was ~15.2mm, some 50% thicker than the claimed 10.5mm spec. And the weight? More than double the spec." By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker)
Cadex claims best-in-class performance for new 50 Ultra Disc wheel system with aero tires. "Cadex has a battery of tests against its competitors to back up its impressive aero claims." By Paul Norman (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found)
Do you need a solar smartwatch? This week's five cool things coming soon from Garmin, Shimano, Vel, Spatz and HJC. "Check out the latest and coolest gear we have on test right now, with full reviews on the way." By Jamie Williams (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Met Trenta 3K Carbon Mips. "An excellent lid - light, cool and comfortable, if not cheap." By Jamie Williams (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Bike Check: Rob Britton and Alex Wild’s Leadville 100 race whips. "Two very fast-looking cross country machines from Colorado./" By Terry McKall (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Life Time
6 road bike upgrades you don't actually need. "From ceramic bearings to disc brakes, here are 6 upgrades you don't need to enjoy a bike ride." By Liam Cahill (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Feedback Sports Pro Mechanic HD bike repair stand hands on. "The new Pro Mechanic HD has implemented years of consumer feedback for a much-improved product. This is not to degrade our thoughts on the Elite Pro, but the HD is next level." (roadbikeaction.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Two Wheels Good - The History and Mystery of the Bicycle. "Unusual but enjoyable foray into many facets of the bicycle and its history." By Richard Peploe (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Vello Rocky. "A very classy steel folding bike that might appeal to tough old-school roadies, but other riders will find it too stiff." By Matt Lamy (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Five Ten Trailcross Clip-In shoe. "An excellent shoe for hike-a-bike situations, though lacking stiffness and weather protection." By Liam Mercer (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Would you spend £1,000 on this specialist part from Muc-Off? Plus all of the week’s top tech from Colnago, Wahoo, Rapha, Jack Wolfskin, MAAP & more. "Muc-Off reckons its LOPS 2.0 outperforms other key brands, but it'll cost you – and a roundup of the rest of the week’s most interesting tech." By Mat Brett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Dawn To Dusk Bear Hug Mount. "Great way to quickly and securely expand your bike's luggage capacity." By Mike Stead (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Gear Break: ROKA Sunglasses, Kane Shoes, Ritchey Zeta GX Gravel Wheels, Swiftwick New National Park Sock, The Dot by Lachlan Morton & L39ION Tulsa Kit. "A big mix of what's new." (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Tech and New Products: Sidi Shot 2 DZero. "Officially launched in mid-June and now catapulted onto the international stage, Sidi's new creation - Shot 2 DZero - accompanied the athletes along the roads of the 109th edition of the Tour de France for three weeks." (socalcycling.com) Photo: sidi.com
In the Drops: Excellent Shimano RX6 shoes, the revised Kask Protone Icon, a solid set of wheels from HollowGram and The Hundred. "A look back at some content highlights from this week at Cyclist, plus some tasty fresh kit." By Sam Challis (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found)
How can you spot counterfeit bike components and avoid getting ripped off? We spoke to Shimano to find out. "Limited availability and supply chain issues have made counterfeit products become rife and ever more tempting." By Jamie Williams (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Pro: Early Sports Review. "I’m glad Samsung both recognizes the need for more battery (even if a bit chunky), as well as the ideals of having more outdoor features in their watches." By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker)
Schwalbe G-One RS review. "The Schwalbe G-One RS focuses on gravel racing where speed is a priority and sits at the top of the brand's best gravel tire line-up." By Matt Page (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
A Useful Review - The Silca HX-One Home Essential Kit. "Since Silca’s re-launch a few years back, everything they have produced has been absolutely top-shelf." By Padraig (cyclingindependent.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Pro gravel bike: Nathan Haas’s custom Colnago G3-X for SBT GRVL. "Full-time gravel racer Haas will race this colorful Campagnolo Ekar build in Colorado." By Joseph Delves (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found)
Ribble’s Jamie Burrow Talks Titanium Gravel. "Titanium for a gravel bike? It’s tricky stuff to work with, very hard and requires a lot of skill on the part of the welder." By Edmond Hood (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Birdy Touring. "Unique folding bike with a lot of positives qualities, but it also has a strange tendency to bob, and that price, well." By Matt Lamy (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
News,
Blogs, Misc.
Check out Cannondale’s new SuperSix EVO Leichtbau with a mega-light 750g frame. "New limited edition frame is 90g lighter than that of the SuperSix EVO HI-MOD." By Mat Brett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Specialized S-Works Torch road shoes. "Comfortable high-end road shoes with a wider fit that is going to please many." By Liam Cahill (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Garmin Enduro 2 GPS Watch In-Depth Review: Tested to the Limit! "I’ve been testing the Enduro 2 over the course of the summer, putting it through its paces. Both day to day workouts and regular 24×7 activity tracking, but also the epic 170KM Tour du Mont Blanc, with the aim of trying to complete it on a single battery charge (while still using all the features at full-tilt)." By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker)
Best gravel bike pedals 2022 - 9 sets of pedals for gravel riding rated and reviewed. "Clipless or flat, minimal or caged support: we help you choose the best gravel bike pedals." By Katherine Moore (bikeradar.com) (Image Credit not Found)
How to put an end to pesky puncture headaches on the road or trail. "Whether you’re riding on asphalt or gravel, using the right kit for puncture prevention and repair makes a cyclist's life so much easier. Peaty’s have just what you need." (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) This article includes paid promotion on behalf of Silverfish
Ortlieb Quick Rack review. "The rack is super quick to mount and take off, making it an excellent, temporary option for carrying a decent amount of cargo." By Suvi Loponen (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Wiggins has a new bike, with added butterflies. "Custom Factor Ostro VAM marks the 10-year anniversary of Wiggins’s historic Tour de France victory and his 2012 Olympic Gold Medal." By Emma Cole (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found)
Zipp’s 858 NSW and 808 Firecrest wheels are the brand’s latest to get faster but not more aero. "New hookless, wider and lighter 858 NSW and 808 Firecrest wheels complete Zipp’s overhaul of its road wheel range." By Sam Challis (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found)
The World’s Rarest Bikes. "The Super Collectors." By Leslie Reissner (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Five cool things coming soon (but on a budget) from Vittoria, Decathlon, Topeak, Hutchinson and Formbeat. "Check out the latest and coolest gear we have on test right now, with full reports on the way." By Jamie Williams (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Giro Eclipse Spherical Road Helmet. "Impressive all-round performance, a great combination of cooling, good looks and (probably) aero benefits." By Nick Cox (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
road.cc Recommends gets refreshed with 14 brilliant products. "Santini, Mason, Assos, Altura, Restrap and Ortlieb are just some of the brands included." By Liam Cahill (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
What do you need to ride London Edinburgh London? Matt Page's bike and equipment for 1,500km self-supported classic. "Check out the set-up that has turned Matt's Cannondale SystemSix into an ultra-distance Audax machine." By Jack Sexty (road.cc) Photo credit Matt Page
Garmin Watches Now Wish You Happy Birthday. "Last Friday when I woke in my little tent, the Garmin Forerunner 955 wished me Happy Birthday." By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker)
A podium winning special edition Ribble from The Commonwealth Games. "Check out these rather swish looking paint schemes on the Ribble Endurance SL R and Ultra SL R Commonwealth bikes." By Jamie Williams (road.cc) (Image Credit Zac Williams/SWpix.com)
Vielo V+1 Strato. "Not the lightest build, but a very capable and confidence-inspiring performance gravel bike." By Stu Kerton (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
You can be the first to own the new Colnago Prototipo… but it’ll cost you - Plus more tech news from SRAM, Pirelli, Brompton, Apidura and more. "Unique version of model Tadej Pogacar rode in the Tour de France is up for auction, plus all of the rest of the week's bike tech news." By Mat Brett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Is it "inflexible" to build bikes in-house? Vello's founder talks outsourcing, frame materials and reworking the folding bike. "Vello's Valentin Vodev tells us why moving production to Taiwan was about much more than cost, and why he's so anti-carbon." By Matt Lamy (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Coospo HW807 Heart Rate Monitor Armband. "LED-based heart rate sensor that's easy to live with." By John Stevenson (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
In the Drops: Bouncy Cane Creek stem, 3D-printed Ti computer mount, Spurcycle bell, Peaty’s Bioglitter sealant and Better Call Saul. "This week’s round-up of choice trinkets plus a rather obvious content recommendation." By Matthew Loveridge (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found)
Gear Break: Küat Bike Rack, Muoverti in Production, SaveMyBar Plugs, Kitsbow Clothing, La Passione Turns Yellow, Lizard Skins Glove. "What's new?" (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
A new airy Specialized lid, eco-friendly bike clothing, Continental gravel tires and a neat tool kit. "Tasty new products just arrived at BikeRadar Towers." By Ashley Quinlan (bikeradar.com) (Image Credit not Found)
11 of the Most Radical Road Bikes Ever Built. "Radical Rides & Bold Builds." By Edmond Hood (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
ENGO 2 heads-up display cycling sunglasses weigh almost nothing. "The new ENGO 2 cycling sunglasses get a fully functional heads-up display built in, but weigh as little as 36g…about the same as larger “shield” style shades we’re already riding." By Tyler Benedict (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Wolf Tooth Post to Flat Mount adapter puts new brakes on old frames, forks. "Need to update your older bike with a newer groupset? Good luck finding a modern road or gravel group with post-mount brakes anymore, so if your frame or fork has the original drop bar disc brake standard, Wolf Tooth Components has you covered." By Tyler Benedict (bikerumor.com)
News,
Blogs, Misc.
The best torque wrenches for cyclists – And how to choose the right one for your tool kit. "Torque wrenches explained." By Oscar Huckle, David Rome, Warren Rossiter (bikeradar.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Basso Diamante classic Italian road bike refined in lighter, fully modern 8th gen update. "On the outside, the 8th generation of Basso’s classic Diamante road bike looks like a simple aesthetic update. But into the details there are real upgrades." By Cory Benson (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found)
The best way to pack your bike and gear for travel. "Protect your bike with a premium bike bag." This story is presented by EVOC. By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Matt Stetson
The new Ritchey WCS Zeta GX wheelset rolls wide gravel rims & new WCS sealed hubs. "This new wheelset does look very promising… it’s handbuilt, available, and selling for a price that is pretty damn wallet-friendly!" By Ron Frazelle (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Why is some cycling kit so expensive nowadays? The price of the shirt on your back. "There’s an abundance of trendy, very expensive cycling apparel brands around... but is it really worth it when compared to cheaper options?" By Stevethomaspix (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
‘It’s just a bike that has been flipped upside down’: Mel Nichols and her handcycle. "Paralympian and handcycling world record holder Mel Nicholls shares the story of her epic rides with her hand-powered cycle." By Emma Cole (cyclist.co.uk) Photography Joseph Branston
2022 Stanton Switchpath frameset review. "Beautiful-looking bike but feels harsh and lacks features some riders might want." By Matt Page (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Zipp 454 NSW Carbon Tubeless Disc Brake wheelset. "Fast, light and very expensive hookless wheels." By Jamie Williams (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Komoot launches Street View for trails. "Trail View means users can now preview the terrain ahead and better visualize their adventure." By Emma Cole (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found)
What’s the best bike for tackling the Transcontinental Race across Europe? "Comfort vs lightweight: here’s what the best ultra-endurance riders are using to ride from Belgium to Bulgaria as fast as possible." By Jamie Williams (road.cc) @ubartholmoes
Frame protection for road and gravel bikes. "Guard your bike against scratches, wear and impact damage with the right frame protection." By Joseph Delves (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found)
Orro updates road and gravel lineup, introduces Shimano 105 Di2, and teases new titanium model. "Orro is among the first brands with bikes equipped with Shimano 105 Di2 electronic groupsets available to buy." By Mat Brett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Annemiek van Vleuten’s Tour de France Femmes-winnning Canyon Aeroad CFR. "Tour de France Femmes champion rides custom Canyon on (some of the) way to victory." By Jack Evans (bikeradar.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Cycology Kit Review: Put Some Fun in Your Ride. "If you’re a traditionalist who prefers muted shades and to not stand out in the crowd, you can stop reading now." By Chuck Peña (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Are these Oakleys dope or nope? Check them out in this week's five cool things also featuring Specialized, Rapha, Altura and Tifosi. "Check out the latest and coolest gear we have on test right now with full reports on the way, including Rapha's £295 bib shorts." By Jamie Williams (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
Catlike back with all-new Whisper road, Yelmo MTB helmet & more. "Catlike helmets had long offered a different look, with the exceptionally well-vented Whisper characterized by tons of distinctive oval vent openings." By Cory Benson (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found)
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