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Eurobike, Tech, Tech news, Wahoo - September 6, 2019

With firmware update, Wahoo Kickr 2018 and Kickr Core add integrated cadence measurement

Thanks to a firmware update, KICKR 2018 and KICKR Core smart trainers now feature integrated cadence measurement. No longer is an external cadence sensor required, instead, the trainers now calculate the cadence with no extra hardware and transmit it through a shared signal. According to Wahoo’s product developer, Tyler Harris, it works similarly to the …

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Hope’s gorgeous new RX machined aluminum crankset brings color to gravel

British company Hope is best known for its diverse range of CNC-machined (and very colorful) aluminum mountain bike components, but the brand is steadily making inroads into the drop-bar world as well. New for 2020 is a lovely new RX hollow aluminum crankset for gravel and road riding that makes a strong case against switching …

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Gilbert powers to victory on stage 12 of the Vuelta a España: Daily News Digest

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Welcome to your Daily News Digest. Here’s what’s happening today: Philippe Gilbert wins stage 12 of the Vuelta a España after attacking out of the breakaway, Lorena Wiebes takes the Boels Ladies Tour lead with her second straight stage victory, Mathieu van der Poel says he won’t start the Olympic road race next year. Those …

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Orbea Orca OMX first-ride review: An N+1 killer?

The humble Gâteau Basque is one of my favorite cakes. There’s cream, there’s apple, but for the good stuff, go for the rich cherry-filled version. Originally the region’s tasty treat was nothing more than a healthy loaf of bread — pure, nourishing substance but nothing out of the ordinary. Somewhere along the way it got …

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Eurobike, ritchey, Tech, Tech news - September 5, 2019

Ritchey goes disc: new Road Logic and Swiss Cross

Ritchey only has a small presence at this year’s Eurobike, but its booth is crammed tightly with new goodies. A number of products first teased at the Taipei Cycle Show are now ready for production, while the big news comes in the form of two modern adaptions on iconic steel framesets. Road Logic Disc For …

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