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New Shimano Dura-Ace Carbon road wheels use 12 speed-specific Direct Engagement freehub

How do you complete the ‘Science of Speed’ equation for the new Shimano Dura-Ace & Ultegra groups? New wheels, of course! And not just any wheels, but something that Shimano considers “redefining” when it comes to their wheel offerings. Specifically, they asked themselves what was most important—speed? Aerodynamics? Rigidity? That probably depends on the type

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Shimano Dura-Ace AND Ultegra Deliver Fastest Shifting ever with wireless 12 speed groups

For the first time in history, Shimano is launching their newest Dura-Ace group and the new Ultegra at the same time. That’s right, the new Shimano Dura-Ace R9200 and Ultegra R8100 12-speed groups are here, and they’re wireless, offer the fastest shifting ever, wider range gearing, massively improved braking, and a completely revised charging system.

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Digit Datum 140mm trail bike runs Analog Suspension with Integer Strut Shock

The Digit Datum is a 140mm travel full suspension mountain bike, the first to run Analog Suspension’s Integer Strut Shock. Digit Bikes have taken frame and suspension integration further than any manufacturer yet, sliding a 12″ long shock absorber into the top tube of the Datum frame. What’s more, the rear triangle drives the shock’s

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Pro Bike Check: Jeremiah Bishop’s very interesting Canyon Grail adventure bike

If there was ever a racer who quite literally pushed their equipment to the extremes, it’s Jeremiah Bishop. His Canyon Grail has carried him thousands of miles across some of the hardest terrain as he’s ridden and filmed the Impossible Routes series. It’s also his race bike, carrying him across the line at SBT GRVL

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AASQ #132: How do I make my e-bike faster?

Want to make your e-bike faster? Maybe by swapping out the drive system from a 20mph-max Class I motor to a 28mph-max Class III motor? Or fiddling with the settings or other components? Well, hold your horses, because we’re about to explain why it’s a lot more complicated than just switching parts. For this article,

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