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The tuned Di2 rear derailleur moves the KMC chain across a SRAM XX cassette.
Fairwheel Bikes creates stunning sequential shifting Di2-equipped hardtail

By James Huang, technical editor Published

Unique electronic mountain bike on show at Interbike

Wheels & Tyres
Dedacciai's carbon Cross frame is light with a claimed weight of just 1,050g (size M) and also includes a flattened top tube underside for easier shouldering.
Tech news: Deda goes even more oversized

By James Huang, technical editor Published

Dedacciai adds more frame models for 2011

Cycling Tech & Components
Orbea says the new Terra Silver's frame uses an asymmetrical top tube to place more surface against your shoulder - but only if you carry the bike on your right.
Eurobike 2010: Orbea adds new cross bikes for 2011

By James Huang, technical editor Published

Terra trio offers beefed-up features

Bikes
Kuota has revamped its KOM to form the new KOM Evo, a burlier and stiffer version of the already-responsive predecessor.
Eurobike 2010: Kuota's revamped range for 2011

By James Huang, technical editor Published

Range-topping KOM and Kalibur get shape changes

Bikes
The synthetic upper on the Trans uses a more conventional multi-piece construction.
First ride: Giro Factor and Code shoes

By James Huang, technical editor Published

All-new 2011 range will include road, mountain and women's models

Clothing & Shoes
Main ride data can set in a vast array of configurations with up to 10 pieces of information spread over five lines.
First Look: Garmin Edge 800

By James Huang, technical editor Published

New unit is sleeker and more powerful than current Edge 705

Racing
Alberto Contador (Astana) is hoping this custom painted - and immaculately prepared - Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL3 will carry him to his third Tour de France victory.
Pro bike: Alberto Contador's Astana Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL3

By James Huang, technical editor Published

The bike that will win the Tour de France?

Pro Bikes
Even the 3T ARX-Team stem gets custom team-only graphics.
Pro bike: Tyler Farrar's Garmin-Transitions Felt F1 Team

By James Huang, technical editor Published

Special lighter-weight sprint machines for Garmin-Transitions

Pro Bikes
Part of the RZR 92.2's aero formula is a wider rim section at the tyre bed, which now measures a healthy 25.7mm across.
Tour tech: Reynolds debuts deeper and faster RZR 92.2

By James Huang, technical editor Published

Changes in store for existing RZR-46T

Pro Bikes
Giro's Advanced Concepts Group created a one-off 'LAX' aero helmet specifically for Lance Armstrong's unique riding position.
Tour tech: Giro debuts new TT helmets

By James Huang, technical editor Published

Lance Armstrong get a new lid in Rotterdam

Helmets
Scott's new Project F01 aero road bike combines performance attributes of both its Addict and Plasma 3 platforms.
Tour tech: Scott Project F01 aero road bike

By James Huang, technical editor Published

Scott F01 aero road bike unveiled for HTC-Columbia

Pro Bikes
The underside of the 'Unity' paint job includes a giant Trek logo, Livestrong colors, and the new fist icons.
First Look: 2011 Trek Madone 6.9 SSL

By James Huang, technical editor Published

Major changes to 5 Series Madone line, too

Road Bikes
The SRAM Red LTE group is functionally identical to the standard package aside from the special graphics.
Tour tech: SRAM delivers special Red LTE groups

By James Huang, technical editor Published

Past Tour winners get a special present from SRAM

Cycling Tech & Components
The flattened top tube should make for slightly less painful run-ups.
First look: 2011 Cannondale CAAD10 and SuperX

By James Huang, technical editor Published

Lighter, sleeker aluminum models plus all-new carbon 'crosser

Racing
Current US national champion Jeremy Horgan-Kobelski (Subaru-Gary Fisher) is racing on this custom-painted Gary Fisher Superfly 100.
Pro bike: Jeremy Horgan Kobelski's Gary Fisher Superfly 100

By James Huang, technical editor Published

Fleet-footed dual-suspension 29er

Pro Bikes
Adam Craig (Rabobank-Giant Off-Road Team) tested his repaired ACL at the Mellow Johnny's Classic with a prototype Shimano XTR 15mm thru-axle front wheel and new Michelin tyre tread.
Race tech: Adam Craig's wheel and tyre prototypes

By James Huang, technical editor Published

New XTR wheel fitments and Michelin tread designs on the way

Wheels & Tyres
Willow Koerber (Subaru-Gary Fisher) tries to cool down after finishing her race.
Race tech: Mellow Johnny's Classic

By James Huang, technical editor Published

Keeping cool in the Texas heat

Cycling Tech & Components
Our Canyon Ultimate CF SLX Team tester is virtually identical to ones ridden by the Omega Pharma-Lotto squad.
Just in: Canyon Ultimate CF SLX Team

By James Huang, technical editor Published

Riding the bikes of Omega Pharma-Lotto

Teams & Riders
Marzocchi's current 44 Micro Ti reportedly weighs 1,745g (3.85lb), complete with magnesium lowers, an aluminum upper assembly and a generous collection of adjustments.
Seen at Sea Otter: Marzocchi's carbon XC fork

By James Huang, technical editor Published

Italian manufacturer ups the ante with lighter race offering

Racing
Felt takes advantage of the tapered head tube's extra real estate with a giant triangular-profile down tube.
Sea Otter: A sneak peek at Felt's Edict

By James Huang, technical editor Published

A commanding new sub-4lb cross-country full-suspension platform

Racing
BBox-Bouygues Telecom rider William Bonnet will use a full-blown 'cross bike for this year's Paris-Roubaix.
Pro Bike: William Bonnet's BBox-Bouygues Telecom Colnago Cross Prestige

By James Huang, technical editor Published

Full-blown 'cross chassis for Paris-Roubaix

Pro Bikes
Easton also produces custom carbon fiber hockey sticks for the majority of pro players in the NHL - and as top-end players generally have their own preferences for blade shape and stiffness, Easton literally has to produce thousands of custom molds to accommodate them all.
New Easton Haven Carbon wheels

By James Huang, technical editor Published

Promising all-mountain toughness with cross-country weight

Wheels & Tyres
cc:'s new Air-O frame is said to weigh just 450g thanks to revolutionary internal pressurization technology.
Special tech news: Impossible? Think again...

By James Huang, technical editor Published

Carbon Copy Components shatters 500g barrier with groundbreaking new frame

Cycling Tech & Components
The new SRAM XX cassette is almost more air than metal.
2009 Reader Poll: SRAM's off-road range a favourite

By James Huang, technical editor Published

Cyclingnews readers vote for innovation in year end poll

Groupsets
The underside of the top tube is slightly flattened for easier shouldering.
Jonathan Page's Planet Bike Blue Norcross

By James Huang, technical editor Published

Custom geometry for Blue’s flagship ‘crosser

Teams & Riders
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