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Feature Stories, News, Road Bike - July 26, 2022

2023 Cervelo S5 aero road bike drops drag with subtle reshaping

At first glance, the new 2023 Cervelo S5 isn’t radically different looking than its predecessor. But with the UCI updating its rules about tube dimensions and ratios, they’re joining the fray of brands taking full advantage of the new aerodynamic opportunities. Combined with the new Reserve 52/63 aero wheels, they say the system drops a

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First Look: OneUp V3 Dropper Remote is Customizable, Cheaper & Easier to Push

OneUp Components has introduced the V3 Dropper Remote, a lighter, more affordable iteration that is said to require 27% less actuation force than the V2. Compatible with any cable-operated mechanical dropper seat post on the market, the V3 Dropper Remote will be a viable upgrade for a large contingent of riders and it can be

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Review: Archer’s D1x electronic shifting system offers moderately improved shifting & app-based tuning

Electronic drivetrains aren’t new anymore, but not long ago Archer Components introduced an interesting new concept – an electronic shifting system that uses a short cable to pull your derailleur. It sounds odd, but they’ve devised a way to make any cable-actuated derailleur upgradeable to electronic shifting, and claim their system provides improves shifting performance

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Review: Vittoria Corsa N.EXT tires go racing & training without skimping on performance

The newest tire to the Vittoria family is supposedly one you can train and race without compromise. The Corsa N.EXT is the everyday tire we all want; comfortable, dependable, sticky in the corners, and fast. How does it differ from the flagship, Tour stage-winning Vittoria Corsa cotton? Nylon and a revamped tubeless construction. This new

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Vittoria Corsa N.EXT tire line trades cotton for nylon to make race tires you can ride every day

What is N.EXT? Well, that’s precisely what Vittoria hoped you’d ask, or more importantly, “where do you want to go next?” The previous question could be asked on a casual ride or in more of an existential way. If you’re on a ride, you must be confident that your gear will get you to your destination.

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2023 Cervelo S5 aero road bike drops drag with subtle reshaping

First Look: OneUp V3 Dropper Remote is Customizable, Cheaper & Easier to Push

Review: Archer’s D1x electronic shifting system offers moderately improved shifting & app-based tuning

Review: Vittoria Corsa N.EXT tires go racing & training without skimping on performance

Vittoria Corsa N.EXT tire line trades cotton for nylon to make race tires you can ride every day

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