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New Canyon Inflite CFR CX Bike Gets Internal Cable Routing & More

Those who don’t even race cyclocross know the Canyon Inflite. Its trademark kinked top tube is almost as iconic as the riders that pilot it.…

Written by Jordan Villella September 28, 2023

Yeti SB120 “Lunch Ride” Edition Stretches Out Mid-Day Rides

When you’re lunch rides roll through Colorado’s mountains, you build the right bike for the job.

Written by Tyler Benedict September 26, 2023

Thule Outset Hitch-Mounted Tent is a Portable Base Camp

The Thule Outset is an elevated tent that mounts to your hitch, making it easier to install, then unfolds at your campsite for easy setup.

Written by Tyler Benedict September 26, 2023

Pinarello Dogma X Gets Wild X-Stays and Huge Tire Clearance for Fast Comfort

35mm tires but still fast? Yep, the new Dogma X is not your average endurance road bike. But there’s also the new X-Series models if…

Written by Zach Overholt September 22, 2023

Mavic Wheels Opens North American Office in Waterbury, Vermont

Mavic has a new home in North America — Waterbury, Vermont

Written by Jordan Villella September 21, 2023

Moots Express is… a Carbon e-Gravel eBike?

A bit unexpected, but they swear it’s still a Moots.

Written by Tyler Benedict September 20, 2023

New Bianchi Specialissima RC is Lighter and Faster Than Ever

Bianchi claims a total weight of 14.5 lbs/6.6 kg for a size 55cm Specailissima RC complete bike.

Written by Jordan Villella September 19, 2023

The New Otso Voytek 2 Is One of the Most Adjustable Bikes on the Market

With more adjustability than most full suspension mountain bikes, the new Otso Voytek 2 is whatever you make it.

Written by Zach Overholt September 19, 2023

Starling Cycles’ Future Innovations & the Challenges of UK Manufacturing | Interview

We paid a visit to Starling Cycles, catching up with founder, Joe McEwan, who teased some interesting and exciting projects that are underway…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan September 14, 2023

Specialized Roubaix SL8 Adds Future Shock 3.0 & AfterShock Seatpost Flex

The latest Roubaix gives you more tire clearance, a lighter frame, upgraded Future Shock suspension, and better aerodynamics so you’re faster over the most hellish…

Written by Tyler Benedict September 12, 2023

New Wahoo KICKR MOVE and KICKR BIKE SHIFT Slide In Ahead of Trainer Season

Wahoo is getting a jump on the early season, unveiling two brand new units: the KICKR MOVE, which takes the KICKR base, adding fore and…

Written by Jordan Villella September 12, 2023

All New Ridley Falcn RS Mixes Noah Speed and Helium Weight

The Ridley Falcn RS is an entirely new design for the company, so it gets a fresh geo. The design combines the two popular Ridley…

Written by Jordan Villella September 08, 2023

Utterly Butterly! SRAM Patents Shock-Fluttering End Mounts

SRAM has published a patent detailing elastomer-damped shock end mounts, said to reduce high frequency, low amplitude vibrations transferred from the trail to the rider.…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan September 07, 2023

Trek’s New Slash Goes High-Pivot and Mixed-Wheel for 2024

If you’re a fan of long-travel MTBs, you’ve probably had your eyes on Trek’s Slash at some point. If you also like high-pivot bikes, you’ll…

Written by Steve Fisher September 07, 2023

New OCLV NEXT Thermoplastics Material Debuts on Bontrager Aeolus Pro 37V & 49V Wheels

Bontrager didn’t reveal many secrets in constructing the OCLV NEXT rims. The rim is manufactured with a laser-machined mold that produces a final product exactly…

Written by Jordan Villella September 07, 2023

The All-New Trek Domane AL Gen 4 Gets a Half-Pound Lighter with More Room for Tires

Now on its fourth iteration, the Trek Domane AL is packed with updates, a lighter frame, and room for larger tires. The new Gen 4…

Written by Jordan Villella September 07, 2023

YT Capra MX Core 3 Enduro Bike has Unfulfilled Potential | Review

YT is a German direct-to-consumer mountain bike brand known for its offering of very reasonably-priced bikes with quality components. Reviewed here is one such example;…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan September 06, 2023

2024 Berria Mako XCO Bikes Gets In-Link Suspension for All the Integration

Spanish brand, Berria Bikes, has overhauled its range of short-travel mountain bikes with a new In-Link suspension design that hides the rear shock inside the…

Written by Jessie-May Morgan September 05, 2023

BMC & Red Bull F1 Make New Speedmachine, the World’s Fastest TT & Tri Bike

All-new BMC Speedmachine time-trial & triathlon bike combines Red Bull F1 aerodynamics with radical geometry to be World’s Fastest…

Written by Cory Benson September 05, 2023

All New Reaver is Maxxis’ Fastest Pure Gravel Tire To Date

Coming in hot for the end of the gravel season is the all-new Maxxis Reaver, a fast-rolling, race-ready tread already amassing course records.

Written by Jordan Villella September 04, 2023

Shimano 105 Mechanical Goes 12-Speed, Batteries Not Required

More affordable Shimano 105 mechanical groupset is here, upgraded to 12-speed and without worries of keeping batteries charged…

Written by Cory Benson August 31, 2023

Shimano GRX 12-Speed Unleashed w/ Bigger Cassettes, Better Range

Bigger gear range, more speeds, a modular rear derailleur & really light wheels – here’s all the tech on the new Shimano GRX gravel group.

Written by Tyler Benedict August 31, 2023

Cannondale Hauls More with Cargowagen & Wonderwagen Neo Cargo eBikes

Cannondale rolls with #onelesscar on new long tail Cargowagen Neo and long John Wonderwagen Neo cargo ebikes…

Written by Cory Benson August 31, 2023

Specialized Globe Haul LT Cargo eBike Extends a Long Tail to Haul More Passengers

New Specialized Globe Haul LT cargo ebike was delivers 50% more pannier carrying capacity & 2x the rear rack space…

Written by Cory Benson August 29, 2023

BikeRumor Best Of Show Awards: Difficult Decisions at MADE Show

There were many beautiful bikes and accessories at the MADE Show. These were our favorites.

Written by Ron Frazelle August 27, 2023

Indy Frame Makers Galore, Bike Nerds Rejoice: MADE Show First Impressions

MADE Show’s goal was to shine the spotlight on the independent frame builders and the community and culture that encompasses them. For a few days,…

Written by Ron Frazelle August 26, 2023

Challenge’s New Baby Limus CX Tire Officially Becomes the Flandrien

Last year at the USA Cyclocross Nationals, we noticed a no-name tire in the corner of the Challange Tires booth, curiously dubbed the “New Baby…

Written by Jordan Villella August 25, 2023

Trek Madone Gets More Affordable with All-New SL Gen 7 and RSL Aero Bar

The question is: Do you want a Trek Madone Gen 7 for $2550 less than the SLR, or do you really need to save 300g?

Written by Jordan Villella August 24, 2023

Albatross Apogee’s Wild Single-Pivot Floating Shock Mountain Bike

With a modular design and CNC’d linkages, Albatross wants to give you individually tuned suspension kinematics on a future-proof, customizable mountain bike.

Written by Tyler Benedict August 24, 2023