In a landscape where ultra-light road bikes often mean compromises, the new Cervélo R5 offers a different perspective: that of a bike built for the mountains, yet versatile enough to appeal to […] Read more →
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Exclusive Review of the New Roval Rapide CLX III Wheels
In the ultimate quest for the perfect balance between aerodynamics, lightness, and handling, Roval, Specialized’s high-end components division, unveils the new Rapide CLX III wheels. With a unique asymmetrical profile (51 mm […] Read more →
First ride on the RAR Aura 40mm wheelset: the ultimate in lightweight design
At the start of every year, we all have that desire to discover the new products that will make a difference. Today, the wheelset we have in our hands perfectly embodies this […] Read more →
Sonic Ultra 35/40 Wheelset Review
Founded in 2007 in Belgium, the Sonic wheelset brand is now part of the Dagg Group, the creator of the Girs brand, among others. The latest Ultra 35/40 models are modern, versatile, […] Read more →
Review of the Bont Vaypor Shoes
Australian brand Bont offers several models of high-end shoes with different features. Compared to the Vaypor S Li2 we tested recently, the Vaypor models have a simpler design, while being much lighter […] Read more →
Review of the Giant Defy Advanced SL 0
At Giant, the road bike lineup is divided into three distinct models: the aerodynamic Propel, the lightweight and stiff TCR, and the endurance-focused Defy. But with the Defy Advanced SL 0, endurance […] Read more →
Exclusive Test Ride of the New Specialized Tarmac SL8
Just three years after the Tarmac SL7—the bike that won three consecutive world championship titles (2020, 2021, and 2022 with Julian Alaphilippe, twice, and Remco Evenepoel)— Specialized is already launching its successor, […] Read more →
Review of the Zipp 353 NSW Tubeless Disc Wheels
The Zipp 353 NSW Tubeless Disc wheelset is very lightweight, yet it also offers great handling and excellent comfort, thanks to the wavy profile of the rims and their hookless design. These […] Read more →
Review of Vittoria Ultra Light Speed TPU Inner Tubes
Made of thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU), Vittoria Ultra Light Speed inner tubes are among the lightest on the market, weighing just 30 g each. The Italian brand also claims they’re faster and more […] Read more →
Review of the Wahoo Speedplay Pedals
Since its creation in the 1990s, the Speedplay brand had changed very little, likely because its unique cleat-and-pedal system was already optimized—and as we know, a product that works doesn’t need to […] Read more →