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New Canyon Aeroad on the market

The new Canyon Aeroad has been launched. It is the biggest update to the frame since 2020. In the meantime, there had been one minor tweak, namely the 2023 seatpost clamp. Anyway, it was time for a new racer. This has become it and it is the new 'love affair' of MVDP, yes idd, [...]

Giant introduces new series of REVOLT Gravelbikes

Giant introduces the latest generation of its Revolt gravel bikes: the Revolt Advanced Pro and Revolt Advanced. Both series are built on a new frame. The result: more speed, yet comfort. The frames are complemented by components specially designed for gravel such as handlebars, saddles and WheelSystems. Both bikes have been improved over [...]

The New PRO Stealth Superlight is here!

Made around a handmade, single-piece, carbon base and rails, the PRO Stealth Superlight bike saddle is not only PRO's lightest bike saddle, but also exceptionally comfortable. Designed for competitive road cyclists, for whom weight is crucial, the saddle encourages a forward position, allowing riders to hold an aerodynamic position more comfortably. The evolved version of [...]

Customized for every stage: Visma Lease-a-Bike & AGU go for it

With the launch of the new Renaissance shirt in partnership with Team Visma Lease-a-Bike, AGU is putting more effort into customised clothing. AGU, the official clothing partner of Team Visma I Lease a Bike, is introducing the clothing package for the Tour de France. Launched last week, the design pays homage to the renaissance. A period of revolutionary [...]

Garmin launches new EDGE 1050 navigation.

Garmin has presented its latest flagship model and successor to the Edge 1040: the Garmin EDGE 1050. Garmin was the standard among bike navigation for years but in recent years has faced more competition from Wahoo and also Hammerhead. With new features such as a group ride function and the ability to pay contactless, Garmin wants to [...]

Trek brings new successor to the Madone Gen8

US brand Trek continues to innovate and comes out with a new successor to the Trek Madone, the Madone Gen8 A small pivot is made and it is now more of an all-round racing model. In doing so, Trek is seeking more of a balance between aerodynamics and weight. That also means only news for one of its other well-known products [...]

Specialized launches S-Works Tarmac SL8 LTD Red Bull BORA hansgrohe Edition

During the Tour de France, we see a lot of new bikes being launched. Specialized can't stay behind and launches the S-Works Tarmac SL8 LTD Red Bull BORA hansgrohe Edition! Although it features the Red Bull name, you won't find any prominent flying bulls on this frame. With this new bike, Specialized aims to showcase its [...]

Becycle in Florence experiences first edition

The Tour de France will start in Florence in 2024 and everyone can know it. Not only in the city itself are there many references to the biggest event in recent years. It is a unique moment too, as it is 100 years since an Italian first won the Tour. Ottavio Bottecchia [...]

Specialized launches new CRUX DSW - the lightest aluminium gravel bike

Meet the new Specialized Crux DSW, the lightest aluminium gravel bike ever made. At least, that's the claim of the US maker of high-end road, mountain and gravel bikes. Everything Specialized learned in making the carbon Crux, combined with the patented D'Aluisio Smartweld has been put to use to make this new Crux [...]

Eddy Merckx Pévèle review - cannibal on all terrains

The Eddy Merckx Pévèle is a remarkable road bike that impresses both aesthetically and functionally. With the combination of a Shimano 105 Di2 group and Vittoria Corsa Pro 26 mm tyres, this bike offers a balanced mix of modern technology and traditional racing features. In this review by editor Ralph Ornelis, we go into detail [...]