Tag Archives: Specialized

New arrivals in the cycling space continue to come from the automotive industry, and so it’s the case with the news that Brembo is entering the bicycle world, with Specialized. Before getting into the details, we should point out that Brembo acquired Öhlins in October of 2024. Also worth mentioning …

Following the October 2024 launch of the carbon-framed Vado SL 2, Specialized UK has now introduced the full Vado SL 2 range, which includes an alloy-framed version of the urban e-bike. As is the way for the Morgan Hill located brand, the claims for the alloy Vado SL 2 are …

Specialized has announced a strategic partnership with FDJ-Suez, starting in 2025, which sees the Morgan Hill, California, headquartered brand become the team’s official bike partner. The news follows the recent signing of cycling superstar Demi Vollering, joining the French team on a two-year deal. The partnership brings together two key …

Specialized Europe GmbH has launched the “Gift A Better Ride – Helmet Support” initiative, a community-focused program aimed at equipping cycling clubs, foundations, and schools with high-quality helmets. By providing helmets at no cost, Specialized strives to promote safety, inclusivity, and accessibility for cyclists of all ages and skill levels. …

“Calling it an ‘e-Bike’ is an Insult” – that’s quite the statement from Specialized as the brand launches its new cycling-as-transport focused Vado SL 2 Carbon. What’s most encouraging here is the clear, bold, transport-focused messaging. And this theme isn’t just a headline in a press release from the bike …

Specialized has announced the opening of a new North American office and distribution centre located in Salt Lake City, Utah. For more than 25 years, Salt Lake City has been home to Specialized’s North America distribution centre. The geographically central location allows for more efficient distribution as well as access …

Specialized has introduced a brand-new alloy bike to its three-model gravel line-up with the arrival of the Crux DSW. Featuring the brand’s patented D’Aluisio Smartweld (DSW), Specialized has delivered what it is calling “the lightest alloy gravel bike ever made”. Naturally, the point of inspiration is the carbon Crux, with …

Specialized has chosen the launch of the new SRAM Red AXS as a platform to introduce its S-Works LTD collection, spanning the brand’s 3 carbon fibre framed road bikes. In the UK, this means Tarmac LTD and Aethos LTD will be introduced, including frameset options, with limited edition paint schemes. …

Specialized has this week introduced an updated Recon shoe range and a brand new helmet, the Search, both aimed at an increasingly gravel-focused marketplace. Starting with the Recon, the range naming continues as was, offering 1.0, 2.0 and 3.0 models. The all-new shoes are said to directly benefit from S-Works …

Cycle Together, founded by siblings Biola and Kunle Babawale with the common aim of making cycling more accessible and inclusive, has shared news of two new partnerships. These partnerships pave the way for the Cycle Together Cycling Programs, designed to coach and empower Londoners in cycling for leisure and transportation. …