Gear Picks Archives - Cycling West - Cycling Utah https://www.cyclingwest.com/category/tech/gear-picks/ Community Cycling Fri, 27 Mar 2026 14:40:51 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 LYCRA Company Files Chapter 11, Cuts $1.2 Billion in Debt—Cycling Apparel Supply Uninterrupted https://www.cyclingwest.com/industry/general-bike-industry/lycra-company-files-chapter-11-cuts-1-2-billion-in-debt-cycling-apparel-supply-uninterrupted/ https://www.cyclingwest.com/industry/general-bike-industry/lycra-company-files-chapter-11-cuts-1-2-billion-in-debt-cycling-apparel-supply-uninterrupted/#respond Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:30:47 +0000 https://www.cyclingwest.com/?p=41861

WILMINGTON, Del. (March 25, 2026) — The LYCRA Company, whose stretch fibers are foundational to modern cycling apparel, has entered a prepackaged Chapter 11 restructuring process designed to eliminate more than $1.2 billion in long-term debt while maintaining uninterrupted operations for brands and riders. The company reached a restructuring support agreement with the overwhelming majority […]

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ENVE Composites Teams Up with Schumacher for 2026 IndyCar Campaign https://www.cyclingwest.com/tech/enve-composites-teams-up-with-schumacher-for-2026-indycar-campaign/ https://www.cyclingwest.com/tech/enve-composites-teams-up-with-schumacher-for-2026-indycar-campaign/#respond Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:49:30 +0000 https://www.cyclingwest.com/?p=41850

OGDEN, Utah — Ogden-based ENVE Composites has signed on as a primary sponsor of Mick Schumacher’s No. 47 entry with Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing for the 2026 NTT IndyCar Series season, the company announced last month. The partnership, revealed February 27, also designates ENVE as a full-season major associate sponsor for the campaign. Schumacher made his […]

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Bugatti and Factor Create the Bugatti Factor ONE, Where Hypercar Engineering Meets High-Performance Cycling https://www.cyclingwest.com/tech/bugatti-and-factor-create-the-bugatti-factor-one-where-hypercar-engineering-meets-high-performance-cycling/ https://www.cyclingwest.com/tech/bugatti-and-factor-create-the-bugatti-factor-one-where-hypercar-engineering-meets-high-performance-cycling/#respond Wed, 18 Mar 2026 09:00:35 +0000 https://www.cyclingwest.com/?p=41743

GIRONA, Spain, and MOLSHEIM, France (March 18, 2026) — In the rarefied territory where engineering becomes obsession, speed is rarely the result of a single breakthrough. It emerges instead from hundreds of small decisions—every surface refined, every detail considered, every assumption challenged. That philosophy sits at the center of the Bugatti Factor ONE, a new […]

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ENVE Introduces Foundation AR40 Wheelset for Road, All-Road, and Gravel Performance https://www.cyclingwest.com/tech/enve-introduces-foundation-ar40-wheelset-for-road-all-road-and-gravel-performance/ https://www.cyclingwest.com/tech/enve-introduces-foundation-ar40-wheelset-for-road-all-road-and-gravel-performance/#respond Thu, 15 Jan 2026 15:00:13 +0000 https://www.cyclingwest.com/?p=41318

OGDEN, Utah (January 15, 2026) — ENVE has expanded its Foundation lineup with the introduction of the Foundation AR40, a carbon wheelset designed for riders seeking aerodynamic efficiency, modern tire compatibility, and real-world durability at a more accessible price point. The AR40 is scheduled to launch January 15, 2026. The Foundation line represents ENVE’s sub–$1,500 […]

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ENVE’s New SES 4.5 PRO – Where Cutting-Edge Engineering Meets Podium-Winning Pedigree https://www.cyclingwest.com/tech/gear-picks/introducing-the-ses-4-5-pro-where-cutting-edge-engineering-meets-podium-winning-pedigree/ https://www.cyclingwest.com/tech/gear-picks/introducing-the-ses-4-5-pro-where-cutting-edge-engineering-meets-podium-winning-pedigree/#respond Fri, 04 Jul 2025 18:47:40 +0000 https://www.cyclingwest.com/?p=39797

The Wheel That Tadej Asked For OGDEN, Utah (July 3, 2025) — With direct input from Tadej Pogačar and UAE Team Emirates—XRG over two seasons, we’re pleased to introduce the SES 4.5 PRO—a wheel that has already amassed 25+ victories this season. It is designed for cyclists seeking the ultimate wheelset, where low weight, aerodynamics, […]

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SHIMANO Cuts the Cord: GRX Goes Full Wireless https://www.cyclingwest.com/industry/shimano-cuts-the-cord-grx-goes-full-wireless/ https://www.cyclingwest.com/industry/shimano-cuts-the-cord-grx-goes-full-wireless/#respond Tue, 24 Jun 2025 16:00:43 +0000 https://www.cyclingwest.com/?p=39727

The Japanese component giant finally brings cable-free shifting to the gravel masses with the new RX827 1×12-speed system After years of watching road riders enjoy the clean cockpits and crisp shifting of wireless drivetrains, gravel cyclists can finally cut the cord. SHIMANO’s new GRX RX827 1×12-speed system marks the company’s first foray into fully wireless […]

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Shimano Unveils New MTB XTR M9200 Di2 Wireless Components https://www.cyclingwest.com/tech/gear-picks/shimano-unveils-new-mtb-xtr-m9200-di2-wireless-components/ https://www.cyclingwest.com/tech/gear-picks/shimano-unveils-new-mtb-xtr-m9200-di2-wireless-components/#respond Wed, 04 Jun 2025 16:30:07 +0000 https://www.cyclingwest.com/?p=39425

Updated MTB Group has Fast, Precise Shifting, Robust Construction, and Refined Braking System Shimano builds on its legacy of innovation and engineering with the introduction of its new fully wireless Di2 XTR M9200 mountain bike components. The no-compromise Di2 system delivers Shimano’s ultra-precise and lightning-quick electronic shifting capabilities, with increased durability across each component. Engineered […]

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ENVE Expands HEX Gravel Tire Line with New 48mm Width https://www.cyclingwest.com/tech/gear-picks/enve-expands-hex-gravel-tire-line-with-new-48mm-width/ https://www.cyclingwest.com/tech/gear-picks/enve-expands-hex-gravel-tire-line-with-new-48mm-width/#respond Thu, 10 Apr 2025 14:00:05 +0000 https://www.cyclingwest.com/?p=39067

OGDEN, Utah (April 10, 2025) — ENVE has expanded its HEX gravel tire lineup with the release of a new 48mm width, joining the existing 40c and 44c options. Designed for mixed-surface riding, the HEX tire aims to balance speed, traction, and durability across a variety of conditions including dry, hard-packed, and loose terrain. Engineered […]

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TRP Unveils the Next EVOlution of Disc Brakes with EVO PRO & EVO X https://www.cyclingwest.com/tech/gear-picks/trp-unveils-the-next-evolution-of-disc-brakes-with-evo-pro-evo-x/ https://www.cyclingwest.com/tech/gear-picks/trp-unveils-the-next-evolution-of-disc-brakes-with-evo-pro-evo-x/#respond Thu, 06 Mar 2025 01:31:59 +0000 https://www.cyclingwest.com/?p=38853

OGDEN, Utah (March 3, 2025) — TRP (Tektro Racing Products) has announced the launch of its new hydraulic disc brakes: EVO PROand EVO X. Engineered for every rider, these models offer customizable performance that allows for a closer reach and increased power while maintaining the consistency TRP is known for. Developed through years of prototyping, […]

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Campagnolo and Team Cofidis: Together for the World Tour https://www.cyclingwest.com/tech/gear-picks/campagnolo-and-team-cofidis-together-for-the-world-tour/ https://www.cyclingwest.com/tech/gear-picks/campagnolo-and-team-cofidis-together-for-the-world-tour/#respond Thu, 12 Dec 2024 16:30:14 +0000 https://www.cyclingwest.com/?p=38485

From January 2025, the bikes ridden by this French team will be propelled by Campagnolo components: from the Super Record Wireless groupset to the Bora ULTRA WTO wheels. VICENZA, Italy (December 4, 2024) — The sporting year comes to a close with news that many in the cycling world had been expecting and hoped for. […]

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Colnago Y1Rs: Built to Defy Wind https://www.cyclingwest.com/tech/colnago-y1rs-built-to-defy-wind/ https://www.cyclingwest.com/tech/colnago-y1rs-built-to-defy-wind/#respond Tue, 10 Dec 2024 16:30:43 +0000 https://www.cyclingwest.com/?p=38462

A new benchmark for performance: Colnago introduces a cutting-edge aero bike designed to dominate in speed and efficiency. BENIDORM, Spain (December 9, 2024) — Colnago unveils the Y1Rs, a bicycle engineered to redefine aerodynamics in professional cycling. Developed in close collaboration with Politecnico di Milano and Khalifa University, the Y1Rs represents a leap forward in […]

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All-New Addict RC Announced by SCOTT https://www.cyclingwest.com/tech/gear-picks/all-new-addict-rc-announced-by-scott/ https://www.cyclingwest.com/tech/gear-picks/all-new-addict-rc-announced-by-scott/#respond Tue, 26 Nov 2024 15:00:52 +0000 https://www.cyclingwest.com/?p=38422

Introducing the ALL-NEW Addict RC, SCOTT’s Lightest Production Race Bike ever, developed to leave everyone else in the dust.  SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (November 26, 2024) — The Addict RC has always been about shedding grams. The latest iteration has been engineered to help riders in the pursuit of defying gravity. SCOTT’s development team had […]

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Utah’s BOLT Skin + Shave Introduces Shaving Cream for Male Endurance Athletes https://www.cyclingwest.com/tech/gear-picks/utahs-bolt-skin-shave-introduces-shaving-cream-for-male-endurance-athletes/ https://www.cyclingwest.com/tech/gear-picks/utahs-bolt-skin-shave-introduces-shaving-cream-for-male-endurance-athletes/#respond Thu, 07 Nov 2024 16:30:16 +0000 https://www.cyclingwest.com/?p=38353

Shaving Cream Specifically Designed for Endurance Athletes Gains Momentum with Pro Cyclist Keegan Swenson as an Ambassador BOLT Skin + Shave announced the launch of its revolutionary shaving cream, designed to transform men’s leg grooming, especially for endurance athletes. Their shaving cream, along with BOLT’s complete line of leg-shaving products, is crafted to meet the […]

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Video: Brendog & Andrew Neethling take on the Megavalanche https://www.cyclingwest.com/racing/mountain-bike-racing/video-mega-ready-with-the-scott-ransom/ https://www.cyclingwest.com/racing/mountain-bike-racing/video-mega-ready-with-the-scott-ransom/#respond Fri, 25 Oct 2024 00:42:48 +0000 https://www.cyclingwest.com/?p=38300

ALPE D’HUEZ, France (October 24, 2024) — Having not raced for a couple of years, Brendan Fairclough & Andrew Neethling were after some start line butterflies. Where better to stir up some emotions than the notorious Alpe d’Huez Megavalanche. How did the boys fare? Alpe d’Huez, France. Every mountain biker has probably heard of the […]

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ENVE Announces New M-Series MTB Wheel Line https://www.cyclingwest.com/tech/gear-picks/fifth-generation-m-series-mountain-bike-wheels-set-the-standard-for-ride-quality-and-durability/ https://www.cyclingwest.com/tech/gear-picks/fifth-generation-m-series-mountain-bike-wheels-set-the-standard-for-ride-quality-and-durability/#respond Thu, 10 Oct 2024 14:00:11 +0000 https://www.cyclingwest.com/?p=38165

Fifth Generation M Series Mountain Bike Wheels Set the Standard for Ride Quality and Durability OGDEN, Utah (October 10, 2024) – ENVE releases their fifth generation M Series wheel line following a four-year development project with the world’s top athletes. The result is a complete line from cross country to downhill models that feature unique […]

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Rainbows Over Roubaix: The Bike https://www.cyclingwest.com/bicycle-portraits/rainbows-over-roubaix-the-bike/ https://www.cyclingwest.com/bicycle-portraits/rainbows-over-roubaix-the-bike/#respond Thu, 02 May 2024 23:42:04 +0000 https://www.cyclingwest.com/?p=36643

Lotte Kopecky won the 2024 Paris Roubaix Femmes classic on April 6. Paris Roubaix is a testing ground for bicycles given the difficulty and damaging nature of the cobbled sections. Here, we present a gallery of her bicycle, the Tarmac SL8 by Specialized. Instead of the World Champ’s colorway we’ve seen her on all year, Lotte […]

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Colnago Introduces the G4-X Gravel Bike https://www.cyclingwest.com/industry/colnago-g4-x-the-perfect-balance-of-the-elements/ https://www.cyclingwest.com/industry/colnago-g4-x-the-perfect-balance-of-the-elements/#respond Wed, 01 May 2024 08:00:45 +0000 https://www.cyclingwest.com/?p=36616

CAMBIAGO, Italy (May 1, 2024) — Colnago has released the G4-X, its new gravel racing bike. Perfectly balanced, it is designed to help the rider tackle every riding environment. The natural environment in all its forms, in every degree of wildness, is the stage for gravel. That’s why the G4-X liveries are inspired by nature: […]

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LOOK Cycle Updates Popular 785 Huez for Maximum Performance on the Longest Climbs https://www.cyclingwest.com/tech/gear-picks/look-cycle-updates-popular-785-huez-for-maximum-performance-on-the-longest-climbs/ https://www.cyclingwest.com/tech/gear-picks/look-cycle-updates-popular-785-huez-for-maximum-performance-on-the-longest-climbs/#respond Sat, 27 Apr 2024 18:44:25 +0000 https://www.cyclingwest.com/?p=36562

The latest version has been optimised for performance-demanding riders taking on prolonged efforts in the mountains NEVERS, France (April 23, 2024) — LOOK Cycle has announced the latest iteration of its popular 785 Huez road bike, designed for long rides in the mountains. Drawing on LOOK’s extensive carbon fiber expertise, the updated 785 Huez is […]

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ENVE Brings All-Road Versatility With The Fray https://www.cyclingwest.com/industry/enve-brings-all-road-versatility-with-the-fray/ https://www.cyclingwest.com/industry/enve-brings-all-road-versatility-with-the-fray/#respond Thu, 18 Apr 2024 15:30:49 +0000 https://www.cyclingwest.com/?p=36466

OGDEN, Utah (April 11, 2024) — ENVE is pleased to introduce the Fray, a highly versatile performance road bike aimed at expanding the terrain and capabilities of those who seek aspirational rides. Ample tire clearance, World Tour inspired construction, and ENVE’s aerodynamics distinguish the Fray as the benchmark for modern all-road performance. With the introduction […]

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Gravel/Bikepacking Cycling Product Reviews (Part 2) https://www.cyclingwest.com/bikepacking/gravel-bikepacking-cycling-product-reviews-part-2/ https://www.cyclingwest.com/bikepacking/gravel-bikepacking-cycling-product-reviews-part-2/#respond Wed, 17 Apr 2024 15:30:50 +0000 https://www.cyclingwest.com/?p=36134

By Lou Melini — The following products have been used by me since early this year and on my recent Mickelson Trail bikepacking tour. I was able to obtain discounted prices for the products through my volunteer work at the Bicycle Collective or through my son at Storm Cycles. The discounts were nice and there […]

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