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.
Electric bike maintenance is a pain, but this gas-assisted workstand could provide the solution
The Bikonic Gas Stand uses a gas strut to help lift your heavy electric bike into place for repairs and maintenance
Flextail’s new Tiny Tire Pump ACS solves one of the biggest problems with mini pumps
The Tiny Tire doubles up as a rear light and straps to your seatpost
Outlier's strange-looking Pendulum pedals could be amazing – if I sacrifice my shoes
The flat-pedal revolution?
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Garmin’s new power meter pedals tick all the right boxes, but can they justify their premium price?
We’ve got Garmin’s new Rally RK210 and XC210 pedals in to test
A 3D-printed saddle for £77? Samassi introduces new components range
Product line-up also includes 3D-printed titanium bike computer mounts
Exposure’s new Zenith MK4 light is cheaper, brighter and charges 66% faster than before
The Zenith finally gets USB-C charging, too
These satisfyingly simple brackets finally solve an age-old problem – and they only cost £15
Kinesis' clever clip-on mounts enable you to fit lights to your mudguards without drastic modifications
I’m swapping MTB trousers for dungarees this winter – here’s why you should too
Madison’s new DTE 4-Season dungarees could be the ultimate winter addition to your MTB wardrobe
This cycling jacket's new “revolutionary” fabric could change the outdoors industry
The Castelli Perfetto 3 uses Polartec’s new PFAs-free Aircore fabric to increase breathability and retain effective waterproofing
Giro's latest MTB helmet has the latest tech and storage for two pairs of glasses
The Montaro III features MIPS Evolve Core, a magnetic buckle, and front and rear storage for your sunglasses
Fizik’s Vega road cycling shoes hide their best feature
Fizik designed the Vega's outsole and footbed as a single unit
First Look Friday | Why all dropper posts should look like this
PNW's chrome Loam Dropper Gen 2 is an awesome example other brands should follow
How Garmin's new Edge MTB bike computer could help save seconds on your race runs
The Edge MTB has gravity-focused features, including split gates and a durable construction
I was a bike roof-rack sceptic until I tried this one
The Thule TopRide is the answer to my bike-transport problems
Slick tread meets gravel casing – why I can’t wait to test these intriguing 38mm-wide tyres
WTB updates one of my favourite fat slicks with new casing, widths and dual-compound tread
This Tour de France helmet boasts improved aero performance and MIPS-rivalling safety
HJC's IBEX 3.0 Coolpath helmet is being used by Team TotalEnergies
Could this be the best bit of cycling kit I never knew I needed?
Topeak’s E-Booster Digital inflator could be the key to consistent tyre pressure and save you setup time
MAAP’s ‘ghost-like’ kit could be perfect for this hot weather
The kit uses fabric with “advanced evaporative cooling technology”
The Urge Treps MTB helmet is kind to your head and the planet
The Treps is said to offer all the safety and style of top trail lids with a fraction of the environmental impact
Endura’s Loop kit has all I need for road and gravel at an affordable price
The new Loop range combines technical fabrics, practical touches and a palatable price tag
First Look Friday | Why this device might be the best way to measure suspension sag
Top tech to help you ride better
These new power meter pedals are the cheapest dual-sided option available
Magene's first power meter pedals bear a strong resemblance to Favero's Assioma Duo
This rearview bike camera livestreams footage to your handlebar
The Beam's Ride Safety System RS 1000 could be the blueprint for future rearview safety devices
Are handguards the next big thing – or just moto cosplay for mountain bikers?
Crankbrothers Guardian Handguards bring moto flair and two types of mounting options to enduro rigs