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Sigma RECO 81 review: A great Varia alternative, but with a limited availability outside Europe
1 day ago·CyclistsHub·1975 words

Sigma RECO 81 review: A great Varia alternative, but with a limited availability outside Europe

I reviewed the Sigma RECO 81 and compared it with other Chinese and Western bicycle radars. Here is how it compares.

"Maybe cyclists should also learn": Škoda's new bike bell campaign attracts anti-cycling comments; Newspaper letter accuses authorities of "punishing car users"; Catalunya drama; Paris-Roubaix preview + more on the live blog
5 days ago·road.cc

"Maybe cyclists should also learn": Škoda's new bike bell campaign attracts anti-cycling comments; Newspaper letter accuses authorities of "punishing car users"; Catalunya drama; Paris-Roubaix preview + more on the live blog

Happy Roubaix Weekend-Eve to all who celebrate! Callum's here to distribute the virtual party hats

Magicshine Morpher Photochromic Lenses Glasses
5 days ago·road.cc·1033 words

Magicshine Morpher Photochromic Lenses Glasses

Magicshine’s Morpher glasses are available with a range of lenses and the photochromic ones I’ve been testing offer two looks and good comfort adjustability. They’re great value for money too. The ...

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First Impressions: $3,199 X-LAB GT8 Gravel Bike Is Value Packed
7 days ago·BikeRumor·1303 words

First Impressions: $3,199 X-LAB GT8 Gravel Bike Is Value Packed

The $3,199 X-LAB GT8 Gravel Bike is the first entry of XDS into the US market, and they are showing value where other brands aren't.

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XDS Launches 9-Bike X-LAB Global Range With Seriously Competitive Prices
7 days ago·bikerumor.com·1477 words

XDS Launches 9-Bike X-LAB Global Range With Seriously Competitive Prices

China's XDS, is one of the world’s largest bicycle manufacturers and now they're bringing their competitively priced X-LAB line to the USA

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Remco Evenepoel's coach to leave Red Bull-BORA-hansgrohe after 10 years
8 days ago·Velo Racing·422 words

Remco Evenepoel's coach to leave Red Bull-BORA-hansgrohe after 10 years

After a decade, Dan Lorang is leaving Red Bull-BORA-hansgrohe. Here is how it affects his coaching relationship with Remco Evenepoel.

How these sub 1300g 50mm wheels for $999 compare to Chinese alternatives? MovingSports SL1200 review!
9 days ago·CyclistsHub·2025 words

How these sub 1300g 50mm wheels for $999 compare to Chinese alternatives? MovingSports SL1200 review!

This review reveals what to expect from MovingSports SL1200 wheels and how they compare to alternatives. I tested them in-house and outside to find out.

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Chinese groupsets could take over pro cycling sooner than you think – here's why | BikeRadar
11 days ago·BikeRadar·795 words

Chinese groupsets could take over pro cycling sooner than you think – here's why | BikeRadar

Could we see one of the upcoming Chinese groupsets brands in the front line of top-level racing soon? 

3 top deals from Lidl’s cycling sale, including a budget torque wrench | BikeRadar
15 days ago·BikeRadar·446 words

3 top deals from Lidl’s cycling sale, including a budget torque wrench | BikeRadar

There are some cycling bargains to be had at Lidl

Best Bike Travel Cases 2026 – What 40 flights and 2 snapped levers taught me about packing
16 days ago·Velo Racing·3507 words

Best Bike Travel Cases 2026 – What 40 flights and 2 snapped levers taught me about packing

I’ve flown with a bike over 40 times and learned the hard way, so you don’t have to. From Evoc to Buxumbox, here is the definitive hard vs. soft case verdict for the best 6 cases in 2026.

Will this new Pardus bite into the Western aero bikes market? Meet Spark Evo Gen 4!
16 days ago·CyclistsHub·1037 words

Will this new Pardus bite into the Western aero bikes market? Meet Spark Evo Gen 4!

Pardus introduces a completely redesigned Spark Evo Gen 4. Here is everything we knouw about it from the launch in China.

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MagicShine Airro Electric Mini Pump | electric bike reviews, buying advice and news - ebiketips
19 days ago·road.cc·1372 words

MagicShine Airro Electric Mini Pump | electric bike reviews, buying advice and news - ebiketips

The Magicshine Airro E-Pump is a well-judged portable electric pump that makes tyre inflation quicker, easier and far more consistent than either a hand pump or CO2. It’s not the smallest or lighte...

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Wheeltop expands its challenge to SRAM and Shimano with new wireless groupset | BikeRadar
20 days ago·BikeRadar·360 words

Wheeltop expands its challenge to SRAM and Shimano with new wireless groupset | BikeRadar

Chinese brand adds TT groupset to its line-up alongside carbon crankset

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Xcadey's new bike computer is another cut-price challenger to Garmin and Wahoo | BikeRadar
20 days ago·BikeRadar·395 words

Xcadey's new bike computer is another cut-price challenger to Garmin and Wahoo | BikeRadar

The device offers smartphone-like performance with dedicated features

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Light Bicycle’s AeroRevo one-piece bar
20 days ago·Escape-Collective·135 words

Light Bicycle’s AeroRevo one-piece bar

Best known for its carbon rims, the Chinese manufacturer has turned its attention to a premium one-piece integrated carbon aero road handlebar. The new AeroRevo, priced from US$410, is available i...

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I Expected a Parade of $14,000 Superbikes at a Taipei Group Ride. I Was Wrong.
21 days ago·VELO Road·611 words

I Expected a Parade of $14,000 Superbikes at a Taipei Group Ride. I Was Wrong.

Inside a humid dawn patrol ride in the carbon capital of the world, where pristine race machines mix with practical workhorses and unfamiliar components.

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22 days ago·wildto.com·124 words

西方的傲慢助力中国品牌崛起？ - 野途网

野途网是国内主流自行车专业媒体，为车友提供自行车赛事资讯、、产品信息、业界动态、装备评测、骑行路线等，还为广大自行车爱好者提供自行车、铁三赛事一站式报名服务。

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Lightcarbon LCR18D Review: A True All-Rounder - Cyclists Hub
23 days ago·CyclistsHub·1166 words

Lightcarbon LCR18D Review: A True All-Rounder - Cyclists Hub

Read this Lightcarbon LCR18D review to find out if its worth it. You'll learn what to expect from it and what are its pros and cons.

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Panda Podium’s Joe Whittingham on how Covid and Western hubris laid the ground for the rise of Chinese bikes | BikeRadar
24 days ago·BikeRadar·2603 words

Panda Podium’s Joe Whittingham on how Covid and Western hubris laid the ground for the rise of Chinese bikes | BikeRadar

The rise of the Chinese brands will hopefully also put pressure on Western brands to lower their prices. So even if you don't plan on riding a Chinese bike, it's a win-win for everyone.

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Felt returns with an all-new aero bike: Good on paper, but a let-down in the real world
26 days ago·CyclingNews·3098 words

Felt returns with an all-new aero bike: Good on paper, but a let-down in the real world

The Nexar is reasonably aero, extremely light, and an absolute handful to ride

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Felt's new Nexar is the lightest aero bike it has ever made, but that hasn't compromised its speed or comfort | BikeRadar
26 days ago·BikeRadar·817 words

Felt's new Nexar is the lightest aero bike it has ever made, but that hasn't compromised its speed or comfort | BikeRadar

Under new ownership, Felt launches aero bike with 6.48kg claimed weight

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The new Winspace M6 is a $1,499 problem for established bike brands
26 days ago·Velo Racing·542 words

The new Winspace M6 is a $1,499 problem for established bike brands

Winspace's new M6 aero frameset offers 8.9W drag savings and 100% X-ray fork inspection for £1,450. See full specs and weight here.

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28 days ago·wildto.com·143 words

盛大启幕！2026赛季喜德盛车队新闻发布会举行，开启骑行新征程！ - 野途网

野途网是国内主流自行车专业媒体，为车友提供自行车赛事资讯、、产品信息、业界动态、装备评测、骑行路线等，还为广大自行车爱好者提供自行车、铁三赛事一站式报名服务。

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Bugatti and Factor Just Released a Hyper-Expensive Super-Bike
28 days ago·VELO Road·1088 words

Bugatti and Factor Just Released a Hyper-Expensive Super-Bike

This limited run goes well beyond just sharing a logo and branding with a vaunted car brand, with the brands making some actual design changes to the existing Factor One.

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