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e-Bike, Feature Stories, Mountain Bike, News - July 12, 2022

Shimano introduces 12 speed XT Di2… for ebikes only, includes new Free Shift & Auto Shift features

It’s finally time for Shimano to introduce 12-speed Di2 for mountain bikes… just maybe not as you’d expect. The new XT Di2 groups are ebike-only, meaning you’ll have to pair them with one of the new EP6 or EP8 drive units for the group to function properly. That may disappoint some non-e-bikers who have been

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Commuter, e-Bike, Feature Stories, News - July 12, 2022

New Shimano CUES Di2 drivetrain brings Free & Auto Shifting to commuter ebikes

The new Deore XT Di2 ebike drivetrains will likely get all the attention, but at the same time, Shimano is launching something for the commuter and lifestyle world. Calling it a dedicated lifestyle component brand, Shimano CUES kicks off with a new LinkGlide drivetrain with all of the same Di2 features as the new XT.

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Alchemy teases new lighter AU bike line, adds two new Arktos MTB colors

While we were out in Golden, Colorado, the focus was mostly on Alchemy Bikes’ new headquarters and their new DARE: Golden Experience. But there was another golden bit of news from Alchemy–a new halo line of lightweight bikes. Named the AU line for the atomic symbol of gold, the name draws inspiration from both the

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First impressions: Specialized S-Works Evade 3 and S-Works Prevail 3 road cycling helmets

The cat is out of the bag; the helmets are on the road — Specialized has a new set of S-Works helmets ready for all that cycling has to offer. You can read the full announcement here. By now, you’ve seen the data, the Specialized Win-Tunnel analysis, and super cool designs, but the real story

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Alchemy Bikes reimagines consumer-direct sales w/ DARE: Golden Package where beer is on the house!

For all of the benefits consumer-direct sales offer, there are still some drawbacks. Namely, not being able to see the bikes in person and relying on a virtual sales experience may leave riders hesitant to hit ‘buy’. Are you getting the right size? The right bike for your riding style? Will you be able to dial

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