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Santa Cruz Introduces the Gen 6 Tallboy, and Boy, are There Some Changes!
Santa Cruz unveiled its completely redesigned Gen 6 Tallboy with a revolutionary suspension overhaul, ditching the iconic VPP system for a new four-bar linkage that reduces weight while boosting travel to 130mm rear and 140mm front.
ENVE G SES Wheels Go Wider & Fully Aero for Gravel
ENVE introduces its new G SES gravel wheel line designed around wider tire profiles, featuring aerodynamic optimization and wide hookless bead technology for improved performance and puncture protection.
NEWS: 2026 Rocky Mountain Altitude Powerplay 3
Rocky Mountain unveiled the 2026 Altitude Powerplay 3 electric mountain bike featuring a new Dyname S4 Pro motor with 108 Nm torque and up to 1,000W peak power output.
POC's latest helmet is convertible… but not in the way you think. Plus more from Wolf Tooth, DMR, Leatt and Rudy Project
POC debuts the Cularis Pure helmet with a revolutionary dual-visor system that switches between closed vents for winter protection and open vents for summer cooling, addressing versatile riding needs through simple popper interchangeability.
Oakley Meta Vanguard Smart Sunglasses Review
Road.cc reviews the Oakley Meta Vanguard AI-enabled smart cycling glasses, priced at £499, examining their optical quality and smart features for riders.
New Argon 18 Anti Matter "redefines" gravel racing with massive tyres, significant aero savings and integrated luggage
Argon 18 launches the Anti Matter gravel bike, engineered through 800+ hours of CFD and 45 hours of wind-tunnel testing, offering 14.5W aerodynamic advantage over the Dark Matter with up to 55mm tire clearance and integrated storage.
Wilier's new Rapida aims to entice more people to the brand with 'accessible' pricing
Wilier launches the Rapida, a new aero road bike priced at €2,899–€3,999 that brings Italian engineering to a wider audience with accessible geometry and modern features.
Lapierre's prototype XRM breaks XC convention by moving the rear shock down low
Lapierre unveiled a prototype XC mountain bike at the South Korean World Cup that challenges racing conventions with its low-mounted rear shock, a design that lowers the bike's center of gravity and improves handling.
Ridley 'RS2' prototype gravel race bike leans heavily into aero optimisation with massive head tube
Ridley unveiled the RS2, a new aero-focused gravel race bike prototype featuring a distinctive deep head tube design and capability for up to 60mm tires, debuted at the 2026 Traka event in Spain.
Campagnolo goes 13 again: new Record 13 groupset aims to bring top-tier performance at a lower price
Campagnolo launches the new Record 13 groupset, a 13-speed electronic shifting system positioned to compete with Shimano Ultegra and SRAM Force at a significantly lower price point than the premium Super Record.
Industry Nine Does 32″ Wheels on The Hush, Fresh Anodized Colors Incoming
Industry Nine unveiled their new 32-inch wheelset platform called The Hush at Sea Otter 2026, featuring carbon construction optimized for larger wheel sizes with both MTB and gravel versions launching fall 2026.
Cotic's new Jeht claims to bring e-MTB-inspired handling to a regular mountain bike platform
Cotic unveils its third-generation Jeht trail bike featuring a new Rocketlink suspension platform borrowed from its e-MTB line, increasing travel to 150mm and delivering e-bike-inspired handling on an unpowered steel frame.