Tech & Data
Folksam, a Swedish insurance company, just released the results of its annual helmet safety test and there are some interesting findings. To start, according to the study, the best MIPS helmets offer up to 36% better safety than the average non-MIPS helmet. Folksam’s test methodology is similar to the
Tech & Data
In the lead up to the 102nd edition of the Giro d’Italia, Zwift has announced a partnership with RCS Sport to bring a brand-new course to Zwift. The course replicates the 8.2km (5.1 mile) TT prologue of the Giro and it will be released the same day
Culture & Opinion
Let me first say, DUH. At the same time, it’s good to have some solid evidence to slap those who claim otherwise in the face with. Especially if they are the ones in charge of infrastructure. Providing cyclists with bike lanes protected from vehicle traffic (a coat of green
Tech & Data
Wahoo Fitness is adding a third cycling computer to its lineup today. The Wahoo ELEMNT ROAM builds on the platform of the original ELEMNT and more compact BOLT by adding a color screen, longer battery life, and smart navigation features. Wahoo ELEMNT ROAM Features * High-resolution color screen * On-the-go rerouting * 17+
Tech & Data
If you want some new flat roads for your Zwift workouts, there’s a new expansion ready for you. Called Fuego Flats, the new Zwift expansion is very flat with only moderate changes in gradient. It is being introduced almost exactly a year after the Alpe d’Huez inspired Ape
Bikes & Frames
Pinarello has a new bike to launch ahead of Paris-Roubaix on Sunday, the Dogma FS, a road bike with a self-adjusting electronic full suspension system. Dubbed the DSAS system, it is designed to self-adjust the new Dogma FS’s suspension to match the terrain it’s being ridden over. Front
Bikes & Frames
The Colnago E64 is inspired by Colnago’s top model – the C64. Can an e-road bike carry the legacy of Ernesto Colnago? Colnago’s new E64 e-bike aims to bring the legacy of the brand to the modern world of pedal-assisted bikes. The E64 is built around an Ebikemotion motor,
Tech & Data
Bontrager WaveCel helmet construction claims to be 48x safer than EPS foam Trek and its sister brand Bontrager put out a lot of cryptic social media last week hinting at a new launch, turns out the big announcement was all about safety. Trek announced a series of new helmets featuring
Components
Campagnolo became the first major component manufacturer with a 12 speed drive train last year, but that was mechanical only. That meant pro teams riding Campagnolo primarily rode 11 speed EPS systems to utilize electronic shifting. Compromise is no more, now that Campagnolo has electrified its new Super Record 12speed.
Culture & Opinion
A targeted ad campaign has been making the rounds on Reddit and social media from Trek Bikes. The ad claims that on March 19, Trek will release a new product that will “change cycling forever.” https://www.instagram.com/p/BueVOvklGWd/ So, what’s Trek up to? Ebikes? Another anagram?
The Engine
Oliver Naesen’s power data shows just how hard pro racing is Ever wonder how hard pro cyclists are riding when watching a race? Ever delude yourself into thinking you could hang for awhile? We just concluded the opening weekend of the Spring Classics and AG AG2R La Mondiale rider
Tech & Data
Silca just announced its latest release, a travel pump called Viaggio. The pump does all the standard stuff you’d expect from a travel pump; collapses for easy storage inside its handsome travel case. Plus, it boasts an electronic pressure sensor that sends its readings to your smartphone via Bluetooth.