Merida Reacto DA LTD
The Reacto DA LTD shares its aero-road frame design with the Reacto Team as ridden by Lampre-Meridaâ and it loudly shouts its racing intentions while boasting a price tag near half that of the pro...
View ArticleFriday Five-a-side: This week's new bike gear
If you're reading this, give yourself a pat on the back, because you've nearly made it through another work week. Take a break from and get the weekend started off right with a nice visual dose of bike...
View ArticleBlack Series by Absolute Black components - first look
A new sub-brand from UK-based components manufacturer Absolute Black has been launched, offering a range of cut-price transmission components. Sold exclusively through Chain Reaction Cycles, the Black...
View ArticlePro Bike: Alberto Contador's 2015 Specialized S-Works Tarmac AC’15
Alberto Contadorâs new limited edition Specialized S-Works Tarmac ACâ15 was presented to the multiple Grand Tour winner before stage two of Tirreno-Adriatico.First reported on by Cyclingnews, the...
View ArticlePOC Octal road helmet
The POC Octal has certainly divided opinions within the cycling community with its bright and unusual looks. Some say itâs the best looking helmet on the market, while others would rather see it...
View ArticleTMR Imprint Premium grips
These customisable grips from TMR offer all the benefits of normal lock-ons but with the ability to permanently shape the rubber surface to fit your hands. The procedure is straightforward â leave...
View ArticleFox Racing Shox launches 27.5+ fork
Last October, we reported on the growth of the 27.5+ wheel and tyre combo and how it would be one of the largest trends in mountain biking in 2015. It now appears that Fox Racing Shox is confirming...
View ArticleCanyon Endurace CF 9.0 Pro
Canyon's reputation has been forged in making tech-driven, lightweight out-and-out race machines â all with the added bonus of lower prices, thanks to the German firm's direct-to-consumer online only...
View ArticleEVOC Enduro Touch gloves
Itâs hard not to like the subtle styling of EVOCâs feature packed Enduro Touch gloves. The thin, well-shaped palm doesnât bunch when gripping the bar and has padding at the base of the thumb and...
View ArticleNorco Aurum 2015 – first look
Norco has launched a redesigned and revamped version of the Aurum, with larger 27.5in wheels, for 2015. BikeRadar travelled to California to try out this new bike and do some launching of our own!It...
View ArticleTransition Scout 1 – first ride
Among the four exciting new models launched by US brand Transition for 2015 is the Scout, which we first previewed as part of a haul of gear that showed up late last November. This short-travel, 650b...
View ArticleCannondale CAAD8 105
Time was when Cannondale bikes carried a price premium. Not now. Since it moved manufacturing from Bedford, Pennsylvania to the Far East its pricing has become more competitive, and it claims the CAAD8...
View Article16 reasons why non-cyclists just don't get us
There are some things that our non-cycling friends (why are they our friends if they don't cycle?) say that just crop up time and again. You know the sort of thing: "Your bike cost how much?"; "You...
View ArticleBell Super 2R helmet
Helmets with removable chin guards arenât anything new but early attempts looked pretty ropey and werenât exactly in high demand. The enduro boom has now provided that demand and Bell has stepped...
View ArticlePro bike: John Degenkolb's Giant Propel Advanced SL – video
German Giant-Alpecin rider John Degenkolb has already notched up an impressive set of results this season, and it's clear that the Giant Propel Advanced SL he's done it on is an effective bit of kit....
View ArticleBikeRadar Deals of the Week – Mountain Bikes
BikeRadar's weekly round-up of great online deals from our recommended retailers could save you both time and money. If you just want to get to the bargains, skip to the end of the article to see the...
View ArticleBikeRadar Deals of the Week – Road Bikes
BikeRadar's weekly round-up of great online deals from our recommended retailers could save you both time and money. If you just want to get to the bargains, skip to the end of the article to see the...
View ArticlePowerTap P1 pedal and C1 chainring power meters launched
After nearly two decades of selling a successful hub-based power meter, PowerTap has expanded its wattage-measuring offerings with a set of pedals and a spider/chainring combo. The PowerTap P1 pedals...
View ArticlePolygon Helios C8X Disc
With its coating of almost logo-free gloss black paint, it may only be keen-eyed observers who'll be gawking at the Polygon frame. Others, however, will undoubtedly be eyeing whatâs bolted to it â...
View ArticlePro bike: Kenny Belaey’s GT Trials 26in prototype
Kenny âThe Magicianâ Belaey knows how to wow a crowd, as he proved when he put on some gravity-defying displays at the Absa Cape Epic in Cape Town, South Africa. Belaey is a nine-time world...
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