Components
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.
Kevin Curry
Components
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?
Culture & Opinion
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.
Bikes & Frames
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.
Bikes & Frames
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.
Bikes & Frames
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.
Components
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.
Gravel
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.
Gear Reviews
The Foothill Vent Keeps Your Cycling Gear in One Spot
The Foothill Vent wall rack organizes your helmet, shoes, and gadgets in one spot.
Culture & Opinion
LEGO's 1,015-Piece Road Bike Actually Works (Sort Of)
LEGO's 1,015-piece road bike (June 2026) has working wheels and chain. A functional display model for cyclists — if you're okay with the price.
Apparel
New Ornot Gear: A Jersey That Cools Better and Cargo Bibs That Don't Flap
Ornot's Habanero Delta Jersey uses Polartec fabric that spreads sweat for faster cooling. Updated Cargo Bibs add pockets without the bulk. Here's what matters.
Components
Cane Creek's Titanium Grey Chainrings: $99 to Match Your eeWings Cranks
Cane Creek's Titanium Grey chainrings match eeWings cranks for $99. Multi-speed compatible, but you're paying for the finish — black works just as well.