Rapha's 2026 Brevet Collection: Cargo Bibs and Pull-Down Pee Breaks for Ultra Rides

Rapha's 2026 Brevet collection adds cargo capacity, pull-down bibs, and modular layering for ultra-distance rides. Here's what matters and what you're paying for.

Specialized Evade 4: Better Ventilation Without the Aero Penalty

Specialized's Evade 4 adds ventilation to its aero helmet without losing speed. The catch: it's still not a pure climbing helmet.

Comete 50 Review: Mavic's 50mm Wheels Bet Everything on 28mm Tires

Mavic Comete 50 review: 50mm carbon wheels built for 28mm tires, crosswind stability, and 120kg weight limit. $3,399. Here's what matters and the tradeoffs.

Crankbrothers Combines Pump + Plug Tool

Crankbrothers' Klic HV pump combines tubeless plugging and inflation in one tool. Smart for trail riders—if you're okay with high-volume tradeoffs.

Hunt 4AM Limitless Wheels: 1,156g, Mixed Depths, and a $2,559 Price Tag

Hunt's 4AM Limitless wheelset uses mixed depths (49.5mm front, 47mm rear) and carbon spokes to hit 1,156g. The trade-off: it's their priciest wheel yet.

absoluteBLACK's 2.6g Carbon Tubeless Valves Have One Big Tradeoff

absoluteBLACK's 2.6g carbon tubeless valves are the lightest available, but the bottom-seal design means no removable core. Worth the tradeoff?

Niner's "Pause" Is a Reminder That Being First Doesn't Guarantee Survival

Niner Bikes is pausing operations after years of struggle post-COVID boom. What it means if you own one — or were about to buy.

Canyon Grizl AL: Half the Price, Most of the Capability

Canyon's new aluminum Grizl AL starts at €1,300 with 54mm tire clearance and real adventure capability. Here's what matters—and the one compromise.

Viral's $15K Optimist Is Built for Longevity—If You Accept the Tradeoffs

Viral's new Optimist pairs 3D-printed titanium, CNC aluminum, a Pinion gearbox, and Gates belt drive. Here's what that combo actually requires—and the tradeoffs.

State's 4130 All-Road Returns With Bigger Clearance and Hydraulic Brakes Standard

State's 4130 All-Road returns with 12-speed, bigger tire clearance, and hydraulic brakes standard at $999. The tradeoffs you need to know.

Enve's New Gravel Wheels Are Fast, Heavy, and Picky About Tires

Enve's new G SES gravel wheels use massive rim widths to reclaim aero efficiency with fat tires. The catch: 1,580g weight and strict tire compatibility.

Why FoCo Fondo's Boring Safety Upgrade Actually Matters

FoCo Fondo 2026 doubles controlled intersections, adds para athlete scholarships, and a costume relay. Here's what matters if you're actually riding it.