First Look Friday
Every cyclist, whether you're a road rider or mountain biker, loves new gear and First Look Friday is our weekly round-up of the most interesting, innovative and exciting products to land in the BikeRadar office.
From the latest gadgets to drool-inducing superbikes, via cutting-edge clothing and everyday accessories, there's something for everyone.
Check back every Friday for the latest instalment or take a look through the archive below.
Freitag just released a new crossbody bag that fits to your bike for commuting or longer adventures
Freitag's F141 BERYL is made up-cycled truck tarp and no two bags are alike
First Look Friday | The new Ochain R can make your ride smoother and save you money on servicing – I’m a big fan
The Ochain mutes pedal feedback when riding the roughest trails out there
Ursus Arya G wheels have spokes made of 16,000 fibre filaments to cut vibrations – but they're not carbon
Sapim RC-1 PBO spokes are built from para-phenylene benzobisoxazole
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Crankbrothers' huge new pedals are designed to improve stability and reduce fatigue
The Stamp EVO pedals use two-material construction and concave platform shape
These pedals use magnets to keep your feet on the bike – and they could help your ankle or knee pain
Magped's Gravel and Road2 pedals offer a safer, simpler system that you can release from in any direction
Arc'teryx enters MTB world with ridiculously expensive waterproof kit – and it's probably sold out already
Boutique outdoor brand unveils limited run of technical ‘Rhoam’ MTB hybrid waterproofs
Tubolito’s smart TPU tubes will alert you when it’s time to pump up your tyres
Pressure-sensing tech meets lightweight TPU tubes
You can now tap into Tadej Pogačar’s dream state with this special-edition Met Trenta 3K Carbon helmet
The helmet is said to reflect the place where "effort fades yet speed increases”
Antigravity's A1 drone camera will make your ride footage look like a pro cinematographer's
The A1 has twin Insta360 cameras and promises groundbreaking video capture
This titanium handlebar is close to carbon weight but with aluminium assurance
Berm Cycle's Roam Riser handlebar and RAD2 stem are unconventional to say the least
Adidas Anemos Light glasses promise clear vision, good looks and an attractive price
Could the Anemos Light glasses be a budget-friendly alternative to Oakleys?
I can't believe how comfortable the new Assos jersey and bib shorts are – and the price isn't bad either
Assos Mille GT kit comes with a reasonable price tag and considered design
This new enduro wheelset promises carbon performance on a budget
Hunt’s Proven Carbon Enduro H_Core V3 wheels are designed to offer toughness and light weight for gravity-oriented riders
This electric tyre inflator has all the features I need – for less than £50
120psi maximum pressure, a colour screen and built-in torch make the new Electron a value rival to the best electric inflators
Shimano's flagship gravel shoe has got me excited thanks to one standout component
Is Shimano finally taking gravel racing seriously?
Bryton’s latest full-colour touchscreen GPS offers Garmin-rivalling features for less than half the price
The Rider 650 comes with a packed set of features to rival Garmin’s Edge 550
Ortlieb has solved one of life’s smallest trials with this new pannier bag – and I love it
Few riders truly need a pannier bag that also works as a rucksack, but there's nothing wrong with that
Former Wiggle bosses release new budget dropper posts – and I like what I see
Ascend Components' bargain dropper posts could be all you need
Trek’s 3D-printed Aeolus RSL AirLoom saddles promise "next dimension comfort"
Additive manufacturing has a longer history than you might expect, but the boom in 3D-printed saddles is where cycling has truly embraced the tech
This 3D-printed disc guard means you can protect your brakes like Jackson Goldstone
The G10 PRJCT carbon fibre disc guard was developed on the World Cup downhill circuit
This new winter jacket and baselayer may be my all-time favourite Santini kit
I’ve been a long-time fan of Santini’s winter offerings, and its latest jacket and baselayer might be the best yet
This 5-star safety-rated smart helmet has an LED light bar and crash-alert system
The Unit 1 Neon helmet features built-in brake lights and indicators operated by remote control, and connects to your phone
Why Misspent Summers' MTB World Cup yearbooks are the best way to enjoy XC, DH and enduro racing
The best way to follow mountain bike racing
The Dynamic Bike Care Clean Machine is the small portable pressure washer I’ve been missing for years
At last, no more muddy car boots
