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Why Your 12-Speed Setup Grinds in the Wet
absoluteBLACK’s new chainrings solve the 12-speed mud problem, plus a $13 tool to kill brake drag. Efficiency upgrades for the deliberate cyclist.
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Why No. 22 Wants a Car Payment for Your Handlebar Clamp
No. 22 released a redesigned Titanium stem. It’s lighter, stronger, and costs nearly $500. Is the ride quality worth the premium? We break down the math.
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Reflective Sidewalls That Don't Look Like Your Commuter Hybrid
Continental adds a stealthy "Graphite-Reflex" strip to the Terra Adventure tire. It's passive, battery-free safety for night riding without the commuter look.
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Option 1: The Anti-3D Printed Saddle: Fizik Proves Simple is Still Lighter
Fizik's new R1 Light saddles ditch the 3D-printed hype for raw EVA foam and carbon, delivering 122g performance without the cleaning nightmare.
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Wide Tires, Deep Rims, and a Price That Won't Cause a Divorce
ENVE's new Foundation AR40 brings wide-tire aerodynamics and impact protection to a $1,400 price point. Is this the best value in carbon wheels?
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PRO Stealth 3D: Why Variable Density Beats Weight Weenieism
PRO's new Stealth 3D saddle uses pressure-mapped variable density to solve comfort. Is it worth the $350 price tag for the deliberate cyclist?
The Garage
DT Swiss and Reserve Just Solved the Kickback Paradox
Reserve Wheels and DT Swiss launch Degree of Freedom hubs. They eliminate pedal kickback with zero weight penalty. Here is why it matters for your ride.
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The Anti-Hype Grip: PDW’s Lisbon Cork Experiment
PDW’s Lisbon Cork Grips use dense Portuguese cork to reduce vibration without killing control—light, durable, and quietly smart.
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The Wireless Upgrade Your Old Frame Was Waiting For
Shimano’s new GRX RX717 brings wireless Di2 shifting to a more accessible price point, offering robust MTB-inspired tech for the gravel bikes we already own.
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Stop the Shuffle: LOOK’s New KEO Grip 3K Cleats Add Stability and Silence
LOOK’s new KEO Grip 3K cleats feature wider traction pads, a 15% weight reduction, and smoother, quieter unclipping. Available January 2026.
Components
The Super-Cockpit Goes (Slightly) Mainstream
A quick take on the new ENVE SES AR One-Piece handlebar. At $750, it moves the "super-cockpit" from a pure halo product to a mainstream premium upgrade.
Culture & Opinion
Keeping the Forged Canti Alive, 75 Pre-Orders at a Time
A quick look at the Rene Herse canti brakes, a 75g forged wonder, and why the company is turning to pre-orders to fund the next expensive batch.