BikeRumor Editor’s Choice 2024 – Jordan Villella’s Gear of the Year
There was so much new gear, race action, and ground-breaking happenings in 2024 that I’m just starting to process everything. It was a banner year for cycling, racing especially. The Olympic years are always good for new tech and outrageous pricing in the cycling world. All the fans cross their fingers and hope that new […]
Life Time Launches U23 Development Program for 2025 Grand Prix
Life Time is investing in the future for 2025 by launching the Life Time Grand Prix U23 Development Program. Its a new initiative aimed at cultivating the next generation of elite off-road cyclists, while hoping to add dimension to the dwindled 2025 roaster. The program will provide young riders aged 18-22 a shot at competing […]
New Brand ACOL Leans on Colnago DNA and WiaWis Carbon
Alessandro Colnago, Ernesto Colnago’s nephew, wants to make his path in the cycling world. He is leaning on an abbreviation of his world-famous Colnago name and partnering with WaiWis to launch an all-new premium bike brand, ACOL. The ACOL brand is focused on performance-oriented drop-bar bikes. It is launching with a catalog that includes gravel, […]
Campagnolo Makes Poetic Return to the World Tour Racing with Team Cofidis
There has been much speculation about Campagnolo this year. The storied Italian component manufacturer was left off cycling’s most prestigious stage after being flicked by French powerhouse Decathlon-AG2R for Shimano in 2024. For the 2025 season, Campagnolo has a seat back at the world tour table with another iconic French outfit — Cofidis. (All Images: […]
Video Podcast #104 – BikeRumor Crew Monthly Round-Up
For Episode #104 of the BikeRumor Podcast (and video), we’re mixing up the format and bringing the whole crew into the mix. This new portion of the podcast is our new; BikeRumor Monthly Round-Up. We get the core crew (and special guests) together to talk about the months news according to bikes. Why a Round-Up? […]
The Wahoo ELEMNT ACE Lives Up to the Hype
If you’re a Wahoo fan, you’ve undoubtedly seen the leaked photos and speculation of their unreleased “top secret” cycling computer. The computer in question is the all-new Wahoo ELEMNT ACE, and it is a firm step outside the box for Wahoo. The large head unit separates itself from the ELEMNT line with a touch screen […]
The Wahoo ELEMNT ACE Lands with Wind Sensor, Increased Battery Life
If you’re a Wahoo fan, you’ve undoubtedly seen the leaked photos and speculation of their unreleased “top secret” cycling computer. The computer in question is the all-new Wahoo ELEMNT ACE, and it is a firm step outside the box for Wahoo. The large head unit separates itself from the ELEMNT line with a touch screen […]
First Look: Scott’s Addict RC Pro Was Worth the Five-Year Wait
The new Scott Addict RC is super svelte and primed for climbing the cols of Le Tour and the hotly contested neighborhood Strava segments. The Scott team has been working on tightening up the Addict RC for quite a while (five years to be exact). They looked to make it leaner without removing its climbing […]
$50K 1-of-1 Custom Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL8 Bike Includes ‘Pro-Only’ Components
If you want to own a piece of cycling history that no one else has, donate to Outride, and have an extra $50K lying around, listen up. The Vault by Robb Report (home to the “world’s rarest shopping experience“) is currently auctioning off a unique piece of cycling kit. Now you can own the same […]
Specialized Crux DSW Comp Review: An Excellent Frame with a Single Build
If you’ve been eyeing a carbon Crux but balked at the price, the aluminum Specialized Crux DSW Comp might be your best option. It has the same geometry as its carbon brethren but is crafted from DSW alloy. This bike has a unique personality all its own and welcomes Specialized back into the world of […]