Gear

Wahoo Fitness has announced an integration with Outside Interactive Inc.’s Trailforks mapping app to the Elemnt range of GPS bike computers. The Trailforks mapping app harnesses user-generated data to assist riders with planning and navigating trail networks.  Within the app, users can discover trails near them, plan and track rides, …

Historic lock brand Squire has launched its first range of wearable security equipment for the cycle market, Straplok.  The Straplok range features the high security, Sold Secure Bicycle Silver-approved Straplock 35, constructed from a multi-cable high tensile steel core designed to be resistant to attack from bike thieves. For a …

SRAM has released the latest development in its Force AXS groupset, including a new shifter designer and updated rear derailleur.  Available from March 2023, and distributed by ZyroFisher, the complete groupset will retail from £1,533 up to £2,228. Highlights in the redesigned groupset include a reshaped shifter for greater comfort, …

Japanese component brand Shimano has unveiled a new range of nine, 10, and 11-speed groupsets to replace its current lower-end products.  The new Shimano Cues catalogue has been introduced to replace the Alivio, Acera and Altus sets, with the aim of simplifying its offering for more casual riders.  Completely redesigned …

Specialized has released its latest development in the adventure e-bike market, the Tero X.  Designed as an all-terrain vehicle, the Tero X features Specialized’s own motor system and some exciting highlights for the adventure and off-road market.  This full-suspension machine is equipped with 1,000-lumen headlights and 22-lumen tail lights, an …

Premium cycling apparel brand Maap has released its comprehensive road collection for the 2023 season, with a continued focus on sustainability. The Australian company said its kit for the new season features more recycled fabrics. New in the ‘23 collection is the women’s Short Team Bib Evo, designed in a …

US wheel brand Enve has branched into the gravel bike market with the release of the new Mog frameset. Designed as a lightweight and durable carbon build, with tuned geometry for 700c wheels and tyres, the Mog comes in a variety of sizes and fork rakes for additional customisation.  Enve’s …

Italian tyre brand Pirelli has announced the release of a new P Zero Race TT tyre, designed to be the fastest in the range.  Made in the renovated Pirelli facility in Bollate, just outside of Milan, the new P Zero Race is designed to be 5% lighter and with 15% …

BikeBiz takes a look at the latest cycle luggage from some of the leading brands in the sector, including ETC, M-Wave, Lotus, Lifeline, Oxford, Topeak and Ortlieb This guide first appeared in the February edition of BikeBiz magazine – get your free subscription here ETC – Top Tube Phone Holder Bag …

French tyre brand Hutchinson has announced that all its gravel tyres are now available in 50mm versions.  Hutchinson, a specialist brand in tubeless tyres, has made the larger 700 x 50mm size available across its gravel range – the Touareg, Tundra, and Override models.  The brand said these tyres are …