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Is Avinox’s super powerful motor too much for gravel? The Megamo Along e-gravel bike boasts the drive system everyone is talking about, plus clearance for 50mm tyres

Megamo has brought the very latest Avinox drive systems to gravel with its new Along e-gravel bike. But might this be too much for humbler gravel riding?

Thu, Jun 11, 2026 17:00
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Downhill tech comes to… gravel? Rimpact unveils gravel-specific Tuned Mass Damper

The TMD Gravel claims to bring a smoother ride to all types of gravel bikes

Wed, Jun 10, 2026 12:47
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“Most cargo bikes are built to haul stuff. Levo 4 X is built to haul ass”: The Specialized Levo 4 X goes bikepacking

If there's not already enough versions of Specialized's Levo 4 around, the brand has unveiled another and it's primed for bikepacking adventures and yes, it's a Levo 4 but with racks

Tue, Jun 09, 2026 17:00
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Megamo launches dedicated e-road bike powered by super-powerful Avinox motor

The new Megamo Upon is designed from the ground up as an e-road bike, pairing a carbon frame and integrated 600Wh battery with Avinox’s powerful M2S motor system

Tue, Jun 09, 2026 16:00
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Premium eyewear from POC, lightweight and low cost Van Rysel shades, plus more cool things from Adidas, Uvex and HJC

It’s a helmets and sunglasses edition at road.cc HQ this week, with kit from Van Rysel, POC, HJC, Uvex and Adidas arriving for review

Mon, Jun 08, 2026 17:29
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UCI to restrict size of bike computers in the name of protecting riders from on-screen data overload – will this really make racing safer?

At the bottom of a lengthy press release are the UCI’s latest plans to restrict the size of bike computers to 126 x 71mm, alongside confirmation that it will appeal SRAM’s legal victory over its gear ratio regulations

Mon, Jun 08, 2026 13:27
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Will this AI bike light with “real-time intelligence” and automatic turn signals prove a hit on Kickstarter? Plus Kask joins the OTT TT helmet party (yours for £600), China’s Seka Bikes lands in UK + more

It's time for Tech of the Week... anyone got 600 quid so we can save between 6-11 watts, please?

Sat, Jun 06, 2026 11:00
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A fully custom 3D-printed saddle, a best-in-class endurance road bike and 10/10 sunglasses from Leatt: road.cc Recommends updated with 12 fantastic products

 A magnificent 12 have been awarded Recommends badges for May, with three products achieving perfection

Thu, Jun 04, 2026 16:56
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China’s Pardus makes European push with sub-£4,500 6.7kg carbon road bike

With a new European operation, dealer network and bikes that appear to offer a lot of spec for the money, Pardus is aiming to put established Western brands under pressure

Wed, Jun 03, 2026 15:01
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“A serious risk of injuries”: recall for Specialized Turbo Como SL e-bikes announced in the UK due to failing fork steerer tubes – months after US recall notice

The Office for Product Safety and Standards says affected Turbo Como SL bikes pose a serious injury risk after a fault was identified that could cause the fork to fail; Specialized first announced a problem in January

Wed, Jun 03, 2026 11:46
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Are you riding the wrong bike? Ribble thinks so as it launches Ultra-Road and Allroad Carbon

The Ultra-Road combines race-bike technology with a higher-stack, shorter-reach geometry aimed at delivering better real-world performance, while the Allroad Carbon targets riders seeking one bike for everything from smooth tarmac to rough country lanes

Wed, Jun 03, 2026 10:30
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The next big thing in bike manufacturing? Flit claims adhesive bonding helped it to make a lighter and tighter folding e-bike

Flit has unveiled what it claims is the first folding e-bike to use adhesive bonding rather than traditional welds. So, is the future of bike building looking stickier? Flit's managing director certainly thinks so

Tue, Jun 02, 2026 16:25
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Ursus wheels with spokes made from “the world’s strongest man-made fibres”, plus more cool things from Mavic, Pirelli, Parcours and Industry Nine

From gravel and aero wheelsets to sustainable designs and premium race tyres, here’s what’s in for review this week

Mon, Jun 01, 2026 17:33
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Was Lorena Wiebes disqualified from the Giro d’Italia because of switch to 1x chainring setup? The mystery surrounding the SD Worx rider’s underweight bike

The Dutch rider was disqualified following a post-stage check that found her bike under the UCI's 6.8kg weight limit, despite the team claiming prior use of the same bike

Mon, Jun 01, 2026 14:30
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Specialized says new Crux 5 is “the fastest gravel race bike ever made”

Specialized says the new Crux 5 combines aero gains, low weight and “unparalleled ride quality” to deliver more speed – and you get space for 55mm tyres

Thu, May 28, 2026 17:00
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Cinelli and Omnium launch limited-edition Supercargo bike ahead of Cycle Messenger World Championships

Just 120 of the steel Omnium x Cinelli Supercargo bikes will be made, combining Danish cargo-bike practicality with classic Italian design

Thu, May 28, 2026 10:00
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Caffeine and cadence: Zwift teams up with Rocket for the ultimate espresso machine

Cycling’s obsession with coffee runs deep – and now Zwift has teamed up with Rocket Espresso to create a limited-edition machine for riders who take their espresso as seriously as their FTP, priced at £2,350

Tue, May 26, 2026 15:00
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‘Like levitating over the surface’: Scott announces prototype aero gravel bike with 32in wheels for defending champion at Unbound Gravel

Cam Jones had some very positive things to say about the new Scott RC Gravel 32" prototype, that is set to be unleashed at Unbound later this week. As of yet, there's no official release date for the bike

Tue, May 26, 2026 13:40
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Lumos adds talking to do-it-all helmet + loads more tech

It’s time to find out about all the latest tech news from the world of cycling, including the shoes with big-cat energy and Italian clothing with espresso-bar cred

Sat, May 23, 2026 12:00
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Hunt launches lightweight 4AM Limitless aero wheels with carbon and steel spoke options

British brand says its climbing-focused wheelset offers an aero advantage over Enve’s Tour-winning 4.5 Pro while weighing as little as 1,156g, as Hunt also adds a more affordable steel-spoke option to its 5AM Limitless range

Thu, May 21, 2026 15:00
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Look adds more vision to Geo City Vision LED pedals and slashes price by 40%

French brand says its revamped Geo City Vision urban pedals now offer 360° visibility, and they’re much cheaper than previously

Tue, May 19, 2026 14:00
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Estarli launches 250kg-capacity E-cargo Longtail 2.0 with lower-step frame and sub-£3,000 price

Updated e-cargo bike gets a larger load-carrying capacity, lower-step frame, improved practicality and optional 820Wh battery – while retaining the mid-drive motor setup we’ve praised for its “awesome climbing power”

Tue, May 19, 2026 10:54
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Canyon’s Grizl gets cheaper with new alloy gravel bike starting at £1,249

Canyon has brought the carbon goodness of the Grizl to a friendlier price point with an alloy frame

Tue, May 19, 2026 10:44
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Want pockets on your kit? Have nine! Rapha updates its Brevet long-distance collection

Updated cargo bib shorts, new jerseys with "floating" pockets, refined reflective detailing and a more speed-oriented fit headline Rapha's latest evolution of its long-distance Brevet range

Tue, May 19, 2026 00:01
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Brompton’s latest P line folding bike, Skarper’s eBike Drive System, plus more cool things from Rapha, Poc and Pro

Sunnies, helmets, saddles, bikes and e-bike tech are all currently out for testing, here are the previews

Mon, May 18, 2026 14:08
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Latest Reviews

Teravail Camrock 29 x 2.4 tyre review

Fast-rolling and super supple XC tyre with surprising levels of grip
Sun, Apr 19, 2026 11:00
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Madison Flux Waterproof Trail riding gloves review

A good performer in a range of weather conditions but the fit is a little compromised
Fri, Mar 13, 2026 10:00
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Brooks Cambium C17 Carved saddle

Extremely flexible and takes the buzz out of the trail, but it’s heavy and takes some getting used to
Wed, Mar 11, 2026 10:00
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Troy Lee Designs Speed Pro Elbow Guards

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Mon, Mar 09, 2026 09:16
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Pinnacle Energy

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Merida eOne-Forty 675 EQ

Wed, Feb 18, 2026 15:45
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Galibier GrandTour Female Jacket

A great value, versatile jacket with excellent reflective details, though a shame about the fit
Tue, Feb 17, 2026 09:45
£86.00
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Lezyne CNC Digital Drive 3.5

Solid in action, comfortable to use and finished to a high standard – and its all-round quality justifies its price
Mon, Feb 16, 2026 09:45
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Merida Crossway L 300

Very good choice if you want on- and off-road versatility and the comfort of suspension in a step-through frame
Sun, Feb 15, 2026 15:45
£875.00
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Muc-Off Hey Dipstick!

It accurately shows you your remaining sealant levels. And it’s pink
Sat, Feb 14, 2026 12:45
£10.00
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Lezyne Smart Energy Caddy

Spacious top tube caddy, if your phone can fit in it
Fri, Feb 13, 2026 09:45
£32.00
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Wahoo Kickr Core 2 trainer

A good indoor trainer, at a good price – software fixes would make this significantly better
Thu, Feb 12, 2026 09:45
£499.99
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