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Portland Design Works Full Metal fenders / mudguards review – blissfully silent, beautifully designed
Well made fenders / mudguards that keep the worst weather off and they do it silently
By Paul Grele Published
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Wahoo Powrlink Zero dual-sided power meter pedals - long-term review
Six months after they were launched, the lollipop-shaped power meter pedals are running as sweetly as ever
By Simon Smythe Last updated
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New Cadex Ultra 50 Disc wheels are fast and efficient: first ride review
Already spotted on the WorldTour being raced by the Bike Exchange - Jayco team, Cadex today officially launched its all-new Ultra 50 wheelsystem, complete with a tubeless tire.
By Kristin Jenny Last updated
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Pirelli P Zero Race 4S tyre review - fast, grippy and comfortable
It's never too early to start thinking about the rubber you're going to be riding when the rain finally comes - and these Pirellis should be at the top of your list
By Paul Grele Last updated
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Is the 'standard' 53/39 tooth chainset dead?
How many bikes do you see with a 53/39 chainset these days?
By Paul Norman Last updated
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Borg 26 2:1 700c rim-brake wheelset review
A durable, reasonably light, well-priced pair of four-season wheels that are handbuilt in Suffolk
By Paul Grele Published
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Zipp 101 XPLR gravel wheelset review
A gravel wheelset designed for riders after more gnar than far
By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Last updated
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Cadex 36 Disc Tubeless wheels review
A solid wheelset that accelerates and climbs well, but in a flooded market, the price just isn't compelling
By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Published
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Liv Alacra SL Saddle review
A comfortable option that will suit many different riding styles
By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Last updated
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Prime Primavera Aero Carbon Handlebar review
A great bar at an incredible price – what’s not to like?
By Stefan Abram Last updated
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Wahoo Speedplay Zero pedals
Wahoo licks the iconic lollipop pedal into shape – and makes a sweet job of it
By Simon Smythe Last updated
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CADEX 65mm Road Wheelsystem review
A deep, aero, wheel packed with all the latest tech and light enough to be a climber, could this be your new everyday wheel?
By Josh Ross Last updated
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Challenge Elite XP tyres review
Supple and resilient, this tyre is really pretty hard to beat
By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Last updated
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BiSaddle EXT Stealth review
The world's only adjustable saddle has a patented system that allows you to get your perfect saddle shape down to the last millimetre
By Simon Smythe Published
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Shimano Claris groupset review
A complete review of the Shimano Claris groupset, including its shifitng and braking performance, value for money, and how it compares to Sora and Tiagra.
By Henry Robertshaw Last updated
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Supacaz Ti Ignite saddle review
Get your sunglasses on, Supacaz is not known for being dull
By James Bracey Last updated
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DT Swiss 1600 Spline 23 review
DT Swiss has been producing some great wheelsets at the higher end of the market recently, its DT Swiss 1600 Spline 23 perform just as well
By Symon Lewis Last updated
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FFWD Ryot 55 DT350 wheelset review
Fast, aerodynamic and great-handling wheelset that would make a good upgrade - but there are more competitively priced wheels out there that are lighter too
By Simon Smythe Last updated
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Vel 50 RSL wheelset review
A bread-and-butter wheelset which doesn't claim to re-write physics, but will do the job at a reasonable price
By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Published
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Hunt 50 Carbon Aero Disc review
The Hunt 50 Carbon Aero Disc wheels get put through their paces on the rolling roads of Calpe in Spain
By Rupert Radley Last updated
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New PRO Stealth Curved saddle designed for better stability in an aero position
Original range of PRO saddles also gets reworked with a new base construction, new aesthetic and lower weight
By Simon Smythe Published
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Cero AR-30D wheels review
Will Thompson spent some time with Cero's new alloy disc wheelset
By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Last updated
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Garmin Vector 3 power meter pedals review
A long term review....
By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Last updated
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Specialized Hover Alloy 15mm rise plus flare handlebar review
The Hover bar might split opinion aesthetically - but it's got a lot going for it
By Toby Martin Published
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Parcours Alta 650b Wheelset review
Fast, fun and good value for money, these are a genuinely good set of wheels
By Stefan Abram Published
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Enve SES 3.4 Disc review
The Enve SES 3.4 Disc wheels are a premium set of hoops, designed by aerodynamicist Simon Smart and built in the USA
By Rupert Radley Published
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Zipp 303 Firecrest Carbon Tubeless Disc wheelset review
Zipp’s new 303 pairing promise game changing ride quality and holistic performance versatility plus a whole new level of affordability. Guy Kesteven has been getting big distances in on road and off to see if they deliver on their big promises.
By Rupert Radley Published
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Ritchey WCS Beacon gravel bar review
If you're looking for a bar with a wide flare, these could be the ones
By Luke Friend Published
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Magped Road pedal review
Magnetic attraction is the appeal with Magped's road pedals
By James Bracey Published