Bikes & Frames
The Lux Era Puts 32-Inch Wheels and Fighter-Jet Bars on an XC Frame
Canyon's Lux Era concept pairs 32-inch wheels with biplane handlebars for XC marathon racing. The aero claims are interesting. The fit constraints are real.
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Cannondale's Limited CAAD14 x Team Dream: 100 Framesets, Two Colorways, Zero Subtlety
Cannondale and Team Dream built 100 numbered CAAD14 framesets with lightning paint, exclusive kit, and aluminum race bike energy. $2,499 buys you chaos.
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The Rose Hobo Puts a 5 kg Rack on a Steel Frame for Commutes and Camping
The Rose Hobo is a €1,300 steel gravel bike with an integrated front rack, CUES drivetrain, and enough versatility for commutes or weekend trips—if 5 kg is enough.
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State Carbon Road Complete: Race Geometry for $2,800
State Bicycle Co. launches carbon road completes at $2,800 and $3,250 — aero frames, SRAM Rival eTap, and race-tested geometry without the usual premium.
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2027 Orbea Oiz: The XC Race Bike for Riders Who Don't Need Excuses
Orbea's 2027 Oiz is 22% stiffer, 48g lighter, and built around marginal gains that actually matter—if you're racing XC or chasing KOMs on technical climbs.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Factor Sarana: A Gravel Bike Built for Speed When You Can't Think About Speed
Factor's new Sarana gravel bike keeps race geometry for ultra-endurance events. Here's why it's different—and what you give up for that speed.
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Felt Breed 2026: 950g Frame, 54mm Clearance, and Integrated Cockpit You Can't Swap
The new Felt Breed cuts 22.8% weight and claims 10.5% less drag. Real race geometry, 54mm tire clearance, integrated cockpit—but is it worth $4,899–$12,399?