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Why 105?

Pogačar used Shimano's neutral service at Paris–Roubaix, but who makes the blue bikes?
Slovenian ace rode the blue bike for 5km after puncturing

12 tech innovations that changed road cycling for the better
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Van der Poel's pedals may have cost him Paris–Roubaix victory, but his team says a decision from race organisers was more crucial
How a series of unfortunate events scuppered van der Poel's chances

New Panaracer GravelKing ZX goes up to a massive 55mm wide for all-surface riding
The Gravel King ZX gets a new three-zone tread pattern and sizes from 35mm to 55mm.

In brief | Paris–Roubaix 2026: these are the 6 biggest talking points you need to know about
We look back at the key events from this year's Hell of the North

7 key features of this smart bike that could convince you to ditch your smart trainer
Why the Wahoo Kickr Pro could be the ultimate indoor training solution for you

How to watch the Amstel Gold Race 2026 | Global options for live TV and streaming
Start and finish times and viewing information for this year's Amstel Gold race

I rode the new Santa Cruz Nomad and the refinements have made it more comfortable and composed than ever
Long-travel mullet bike gets a slightly lighter frame, revised geometry and suspension update

CushCore’s new tool promises ‘radically fast and easy tyre changes’ to eliminate your frustrations
The Rotary Tire Tool is aimed at bike shops and has a $299 price tag

Review | Voodoo Loco is an ideal partner for budget-conscious shredders, but it needs one upgrade
This British hardcore hardtail still has its place

Santini's creative director says cycling clothing has "got a little bit lost" but its jersey of the future could be an antidote
Santini's Aero Race jersey features a new fabric from Polartec made from steel mill emissions, but the jersey's potential could lie beyond sustainability

Paris–Roubaix 2026 tech gallery: 1x drivetrains take over as teams move to MTB groupsets and 35mm tyres
A comprehensive round-up of the tech highlights from this year's Queen of the Classics

Editor's Highlights

Shimano’s new Saint pedals hint at DH groupset release
Japanese brand updates Saint and XT flat pedals

This is Wout van Aert’s Paris-Roubaix winning bike – and there’s nothing special about it
The Belgian superstar makes few concessions to the cobbles en route to conquering the Queen of the Classics

Pogačar vs Van der Poel is the era-defining rivalry we can't stop talking about
With Tadej Pogačar and Mathieu van der Poel facing off once again at the third Monument of the season, Timothy John analyses the evolving rivalry between modern cycling's two great champions
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