Latest articles by Luke Friend
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Rouvy adds full support for Zwift hardware, with improved training integration and 'greater visual detail'Smart trainers with Zwift Cog and Click will now work seamlessly with the indoor cycling app, with virtual shifting and app control from the handlebars
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Ridley's Kanzo Fast 2.0 gravel race bike can clear tyres as wide as 58mmOther revisions include a drop in weight and radically improved aero gains over its predecessor
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The Specialized Tarmac SL9 S-Level is being touted as 'the second fastest bike ever made' after the S-Works model, with more affordable Expert and Comp versions also availableThe US-brand's flagship race bike is now available with a different carbon layup, adding a little weight but also greatly reducing the price
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What's the optimum pressure for my gravel tyres?Tyre pressure impacts comfort, grip and speed on gravel - here's how to get it right
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Best bike saddlebags 2026: My pick of the best six for carrying all your essentials and snacksAvailable in all shapes and sizes, here are my picks of the six best saddlebags for holding your ride essentials, snacks, and tools
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Merida's popular flat-bar hybrid Speeder "goes gravel" with greater versatility and wider tyres clearancesOnce aimed at the fitness and commuter crowd, the Speeder now boasts slacker geometry and additional mounting points
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Cube's 2027 bike portfolio goes big on value and includes the most affordable Tour de France race bike yetThe Litening Aero C:68X range starts at under £5,000 with power meters as standard fare
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'16 watts faster': Bianchi's Specialissima gets a refresh and it's lighter tooThe Italian brand's premium all-rounder is offered in three models, with the RC frame weighing just 750 grams
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Cool bike gear for shallower pockets for a change: New bikes from Ribble that might actually fit you, a brace of shoes from Canyon, in a jam packed tech round-upRibble expands its endurance road bike lineup while Canyon does the same with its shoe offerings. Read on and there's even a new Wattbike in this week's tech of the week.
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Best handlebar tape 2026: Get the perfect wrap with one of these 7 highly-rated tapesAll reviewed by the team of Cycling Weekly experts and rated for comfort, grip, durability, and, of course, style
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Tech roundup: Canyon Grizl AL, Rapha Brevet, Santini x Pirelli, Hunt 4AM Limitless wheels and Mavic Comete 50 wheelsCanyon's Grizl AL is here, Rapha have updated some classic lines, Santini have a dream tie up from italy, and Hunt and Mavic drop new hoops. This is the week in tech!
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As the Giro d'Italia hots up, there's plenty of other news in the world of cycling tech, especially if you want to get off the road entirelyStinner goes big with 32" wheels, Fizik heads off-road too, and Tailfin and Garmin help the journey become just that little bit easier
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Enve claims its new G SES all-road hoops are the 'fastest gravel wheels ever built'With the 6.7 Pro model utilising a 35mm internal rim width, the brand acknowledges that high volume tyres are now the norm
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Mathieu van der Poel said no to the Canyon Endurace at Roubaix, but new models make the range more practical and affordableCanyon has launched CF SLX and CF models of the top-flight Endurance CFR, making the endurance cornerstone from the German brand a more practical option for the everyday rider
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Wilier's new Rapida aims to entice more people to the brand with 'accessible' pricingThe newest road bike seeks to offer a more wallet-friendly option for those wanting to rep the storied Italian brand
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Heading to Traka this weekend? Pas Normal, Selle, Fizik and Santini have you coveredTraka is an epic gravel event, but it's also a focal point for brands who want to get your attention with their latest kit drops. In this week's round-up, we take you through the sharpest kit and the fresh looks that caught our eye
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Campagnolo takes the fight to Shimano and SRAM with a new groupset that looks Super but can be had for Ultegra moneyCampagnolo puts its troubles behind it with a sensible groupset launch that fills an obvious gap, and gets it back in the game in a serious way.
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Cycling's best free and paid apps 2026: trust us when we say there's a lot more than just StravaOur experts round up the most useful free and paid apps for cyclists to assist with route planning, tracking fitness, sharing rides and much more...
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Best commuter bike pedals 2026: test by our experts on their daily grind for any type of shoesFrom flats to clipless SPDs, our experts have sorted the wheat from the chaff during their daily commutes to find the best commuter bike pedals
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Best road bike handlebars 2026: how to choose them, and the best on test from our expertsThe best bike handlebars are an often overlooked upgrade - Our experts explain why they're so important, the best from their testing, and outline what to look for when purchasing a new pair
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Russell Finsterwald's Waffle-winning Look G85 Cezal gravel bike can now be yoursVersatility seems to be a theme this week, and Look's new gravel race bike is here to underline it.
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'A tyre for our mixed surface, go anywhere, times' - Panaracer launches new semi-slick GravelkingWe love Gravelkings here at Cycling Weekly, and this latest version might be the most versatile of the lot.
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Commuting to work by bike? What to wear throughout the yearCycling to work all year round requires willpower and the right clothing. You've got to stay dry, warm or cool to stop you looking for your car keys or railcard
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Colnago's Master's frame was the ideal model to celebrate it's 55 year anniversaryGold plated tubes and a Campag Record groupset for a limited edition model
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