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.
The Garage
A $50 Ti Cage and a Stick for "That" Perfect Bike Photo
A quick look at two new titanium products from Stinner Frameworks: a $50 bottle cage with vertical adjustment and a clever, packable "Photostique."
Culture & Opinion
Rivendell's 8-Year Quest to Fix a "Failed" Idea
Rivendell's new Silver OM-1 derailleur took 8 years to make and brings back Shimano's "failed" RapidRise concept. A quick take on why it's brilliant.
Components
The 8mm Gap: Rethinking the Connection Between Foot and Pedal
A deep dive into the new Q36.5 and SRM integrated shoe-and-pedal system. It promises an 8mm stack height reduction, but what does that mean for the feel of riding?
Components
Are Pedal-Based Lights a Gimmick or Genius?
A first look at the LOOK Keo Vision pedals. They put 60-lumen lights in the pedal body for active visibility. Is it a gimmick or a smart safety upgrade?
Components
Is This the End of SRAM vs. Shimano Chainring Confusion?
A first impression of the new Cane Creek chainrings. Their goal? A universal tooth profile that works with SRAM and Shimano. A simple fix for a big headache?
The Garage
The $30 Upgrade That Could Make Me Love My Bike Pump Again
A first look at the new CLIK Valve system, adopted by Lezyne. Could this simple, retrofittable standard finally solve the Presta valve's biggest flaw?
Components
Shimano CUES Goes Classic with New Polished Silver Groupset
Shimano introduces a new polished silver CUES groupset, blending modern drop-bar performance with a classic, timeless aesthetic. See the components and pricing.
Components
Everything You Need to Know About Wolf Tooth's New Clipless Pedal Lineup
Wolf Tooth Components enters the clipless market with new CTRL, ALT, and DEL pedals. Learn about their class-leading platform size, low weight, and adjustable Q-factor.
Components
Mavic Upgrades Cosmic SLR 45 with Ceramic Bearings and Lighter Rims
Mavic updates its Cosmic SLR 45 wheelset with ceramic bearings for less friction and a new carbon layup for significant weight savings. Learn about the upgrades.
Components
Roval's New Alpinist Cockpit and CLX III Wheels: The Ultimate Climber's Upgrade?
Explore Roval's new Alpinist CLX III wheels and Cockpit II. This ultralight climbing combo delivers elite performance, data-driven ergonomics, and control.
Components
Ritchey's New Switch System is a Practical Answer to Integrated Cockpits
Ritchey introduces the new Switch System, a practical solution for integrated cable routing with a compatible stem, headset, and spacers for a clean cockpit.