This Electronic Chain Lube System Might Be Overkill (Unless You're Racing Unbound)

Faction and Andrew L'Esperance built a 100g electronic chain lube system for gravel racing. It's clever engineering for a problem most riders don't have.

The Specialized Crux 5 Adds Aero to the Lightest Gravel Racer (And Has the Data to Prove It)

The new Specialized Crux 5 adds aero to the lightest gravel racer. 789g frame, 55mm clearance, and race telemetry data claiming 9:58 saved at Unbound. Here's the catch.

New Gravel Chainrings from Wheels MFG: $115, July Delivery, Modern Offset

Wheels Manufacturing's new gravel chainrings offer modern chainline geometry and U.S. manufacturing, but $115+ and a July ship date mean you'll need patience.

DT Swiss FR 1500 DEG DF Wheels: Silver Rims and Anti-Kickback Tech

DT Swiss FR 1500 Classic DEG DF wheels use anti-kickback hub tech and silver rims. At $1,033, here's what matters and what doesn't.

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.

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.

How to Prevent and Recover From a Bonk (No Hype, Just Physiology)

The bonk isn't just low fuel—it's your brain's emergency brake. Here's the 2026 science on glycogen depletion, dual-transporter fueling, and how to recover.

Bikes & Frames

Litespeed Adds Cerakote to Titanium Frames: What It Means for Your Budget

Litespeed adds Cerakote multi-color finishes to its 2026 lineup. The cosmetic upgrade costs extra, but durability on flexing titanium remains unproven.

Recovery

Google's $100 Fitbit Air Promises Invisible Tracking — Here's What Actually Matters

Google's Fitbit Air is a screenless tracker with AI coaching, auto-detection for cycling, and a week of battery. Here's what matters — and the catch.

Tools & Maintenance

Relentless Spur Shot V2: A $108 Slingshot With Bike Tools (Or Vice Versa)

The Relentless Spur Shot V2 is a CNC slingshot with bike tools. $108, 90g. Here's what actually matters and what doesn't add up.