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Check out the curious twist in the rear stays.
Tech news: Sneak peek at Giant's new XtC Composite 29er

By James Huang, technical editor Published

Long-awaited arrival could make a splash soon

Cycling Tech & Components
Garmin-Cervelo sprinter Tyler Farrar has made the move to an aero road bike with his new Cervelo S3.
Pro bike: Tyler Farrar's Garmin-Cervélo Cervélo S3

By James Huang, technical editor Published

Top American sprinter goes aero for 2011

Pro Bikes
We're only just starting our testing on Trek's new Superfly Elite 29" carbon hardtail. So far it's fast and agile but could use a bit more cush out back.
First Ride: Trek Superfly Elite

By James Huang, technical editor Published

Snappy reflexes with ultra-sharp steering

Mountain Bikes
We would have preferred to see one of Shimano's tubeless options here but we still expect the carbon-and-aluminum RS 80 wheels to deliver a fantastic ride.
Just In: Felt F2

By James Huang, technical editor Published

Promising new carbon fibre chassis and Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 shifting

Racing
Scott includes fat and grippy 2.25" rubber on the Scale 29 RC, choosing to go the path of function rather than all-out gram shaving.
Product review: Scott Scale 29 RC

By James Huang, technical editor Published

Ultralight yet ultra-capable carbon 29" hardtail

Cycling Kit & Accesories
Tyres are first warmed up and 'broken in' before rolling resistance measurements are taken.
Tech feature: The work of Wheel Energy

By James Huang, technical editor Published

Taking the mystery out of tyre testing and development

Wheels & Tyres
Leopard Trek team riders have been riding instrumented test bikes on Paris-Roubaix cobbles - but what for?
Is Trek developing an answer to Specialized's S-Works Roubaix?

By James Huang, technical editor Published

Leopard-Trek riders amongst the favourites for 'Hell of the North'

Racing
Prologo is the official saddle supplier for Quick Step this year.
Pro bike: Tom Boonen's Quick Step Eddy Merckx EMX-7

By James Huang, technical editor Published

Quick Step upgrades to new Eddy Merckx machines for 2011

Pro Bikes
The Mavic Propane jacket may look unconventional but the reward is an amazing level of warmth thanks to Primaloft insulation throughout.
Product review: Mavic Propane jacket

By James Huang, technical editor Published

Unbelievable warmth for truly frigid conditions

Clothing & Shoes
Colorado titanium specialist Black Sheep Fabrication is scheduled to return to this year's NAHBS in Austin, Texas.
2011 North American Handmade Bicycle Show set to go big in Austin, Texas

By James Huang, technical editor Published

Record number of exhibitors for growing show

Cycling Culture
Philippe Gilbert (Omega-Pharma Lotto) has been using Canyon's new Aeroad CF model at the team training camp on the Spanish island of Mallorca.
Pro bike: Philippe Gilbert's Omega-Pharma Lotto Canyon Aeroad CF

By James Huang, technical editor Published

New aero road racer for the Classics specialist

Pro Bikes
Bontrager has provided the Leopard Trek team with the all-new Oracle helmet and our first impressions are that it's a worthy lid for Pro Tour-level competition.
First ride review: Bontrager Oracle helmet

By James Huang Published

Not yet rated

Excellent new high-end lid from Bontrager

Helmets
Andy Schleck (LEOPARD TREK) is hoping this Trek Madone 6.9 SSL will carry him to victory this July.
Pro bike: Andy Schleck's LEOPARD TREK Trek Madone 6.9 SSL

By James Huang, technical editor Published

A new ride and prototype carbon wheels for the Tour de France hopeful

Pro Bikes
Actual team bikes will also wear matching graphics on the wheels and are also equipped with Schwalbe tubular tires and Speedplay Zeros instead of the Bontrager treads and Shimano pedals shown here - this was just a loaner provided to media for test rides during the presentation
Tech feature: Leopard-Trek finds its spots

By James Huang, technical editor Published

The mad 11th hour scramble to craft the Team Leopard-Trek image

Teams & Riders
Specialized's new Purist WaterGate bottle uses a microns-thin silica coating on the interior walls to produce a truly taste- and odour-free bottle.
Product review: Specialized Purist WaterGate bottle

By James Huang, technical editor Published

Pricey but nearly perfect in every way

Cycling Kit & Accesories
The snap-on shell requires no tools or fasteners but effectively seals off all of the upper vents from cold winds and biting rain.
Product review: Lazer Aero Shell

By James Huang, technical editor Published

No-brainer cool weather add-on for Lazer Genesis and Helium helmets

Helmets
Cervélo has won the 'Best Team Bike' category of the Cyclingnews Reader Poll for an amazing sixth straight year with its latest S3 aero model.
Cervélo S3 voted Cyclingnews Best Team Bike

By James Huang, Tech Editor Published

Cervélo takes sixth consecutive title with aero S3

Road Bikes
The Metrigear Vector is among the most promising power meter designs thanks to its tiny form factor and potential mountain of available data.
Electronic widgets voted Cyclingnews Best Tech Innovation

By James Huang, Tech Editor Published

Potential pedal-based power meters offer advantages

Cycling Tech & Components
Mavic's Energy Frame+ construction wraps the ankle area in semi-rigid plastic for a more secure fit.
Product review: Mavic Zxellium Ultimate road shoes

By James Huang, technical editor Published

Fairly light and stiff but a funky fit and far too expensive

Clothing & Shoes
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Tech news: New Vaypor editions coming from Bont

By James Huang, technical editor Published

World champion Thor Hushovd honoured

Teams & Riders
Campagnolo's revamped Super Record 11 group now boasts a claimed weight of less than 1,900g.
Campagnolo Super Record 11 group voted Cyclingnews Best Product

By James Huang, Tech Editor Published

Lighter, snappier, better performing products please readers

Cycling Tech & Components
This cheeky warning greets you in the opening segment - and when they mention 'pain' and 'suffering', they're not joking.
Product review: The Sufferfest training videos

By James Huang, technical editor Published

Motivational cues and quality music lend extra oomph to real-life video

Training
Vicenzo Nibali (Liquigas) poses with his new bike for the season.
Tech news: More on what the pros will be riding in 2011

By James Huang, technical editor Published

Liquigas and Vacansoleil change

Cycling Tech & Components
Elite's E-motion rollers use a clever floating subframe that lends a more realistic feel and far safe experience than typical rollers.
Product review: Elite E-motion rollers

By James Huang, technical editor Published

Clever floating subframe design lends more natural feel and safe training

Cycling Kit & Accesories
The new carbon composite body sheds about 30g per pair off of the aluminum-bodied Shimano Dura-Ace PD-7810 pedals but without making any sacrifices in performance whatsoever.
Product review: Shimano Dura-Ace PD-7900 pedals

By James Huang, technical editor Published

All the good bits of the old Dura-Ace pedal but lighter

Pedals
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