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It's all about the bike....and the other bits as well! We aim to keep an eye on all things cycling, try some of them out and let you know how they perform.

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CycleTechReview @cycletechreview.bsky.social · 5d

Will Birzman's Wedge Wedge II spell the end of those 'oh so tight' tyre blues?

The Wedge Wedge II has a handy trick hidden in its body that makes tight tyres easier to install.

Birzman Tool #wedgewedge2 #tyrelevers #biketools

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Wedge Wedge II -

Birzman's Wedge Wedge II is a tyre lever with a trick up its sleeve! Will it end your oh so tight tyre woes? Read on for my opinion

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CycleTechReview @cycletechreview.bsky.social · 12d

The Aper APEX1 is a light-weight tent designed specifically for cyclists.

It's also super compactable, repairable and uses your bike to add some extra head-room

#apergear #bikepackinggear #apex1tent

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The Aper APEX1 is a super light tent system designed specifically for cyclists. Just launched on Kickstarter and delivering in summer 2026

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CycleTechReview @cycletechreview.bsky.social · 16d

Scorpion XC RH Pirelli's fastest Made-in-Italy Cross-Country race tyre, featuring the new RACE XC compound and FSC natural rubber.

Perfect for those dry race days.

#Pirellityres #scorpionxcrh #mtbtyres

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Pirelli Scorpion XC RH: Fastest Made-in-Italy XC Race Tyre -

Scorpion XC RH Pirelli's fastest Made-in-Italy Cross-Country race tyre, featuring the new RACE XC compound and FSC natural rubber.

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CycleTechReview @cycletechreview.bsky.social · 19d

The MyWhoosh 2025 UCI Esports World Champs is being held on the 15 November in Abu Dhabi.

You can watch it live in person or on YouTube.

#MyWhoosh #UCI #esports #uciesport #virtualracing

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2025 UCI Cycling Esports World Championships by MyWhoosh -

15 Nov, 2025 UCI Cycling Esports World Championships return to Abu Dhabi. MyWhoosh intros a new points-based format & Power Passport system.

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CycleTechReview @cycletechreview.bsky.social · 25d

Follow me as I prep for the '26 TransPortugal. A 7 day MTB stage race across Portugal

I'm entering the unknown with this race when it comes to prep, effort, kit needed; what could go wrong!

Follow me, I'm nervous!
#TransPortugal #stillracing #challengeyourself

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TransPortugal - Prelude -

At sixty, most slow down — but not me. Here’s why I’m tackling TransPortugal, an 830km MTB stage race across Portugal’s mountains and coast.

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CycleTechReview @cycletechreview.bsky.social · 27d

Italian brand Gregario have launched what they claim is the world’s first truly custom-made monocoque carbon bike.

They will build a frame using data initially captured by your smartphone and then hand-made in Italy

#gregariobikes #customframes #carbonbikeframe

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Gregario Launches VERA -

Italian brand Gregari have launched what they claim is the world’s first truly custom-made monocoque carbon bike.

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CycleTechReview @cycletechreview.bsky.social · Oct 1

Take a look at the latest updates from ROUVY to keep you motivated during your indoor training sessions

#rouvy #indoortrainer #turbotraining

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ROUVY Updates -

Take a look at the latest updates on the ROUVY platform. More customisation and added features to keep you motivated on the indoor trainer

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CycleTechReview @cycletechreview.bsky.social · Sep 26

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Hot competition at the Volta Portugal

At this year’s Volta a Portugal, it wasn’t just the racing that was hot. Riders battled searing temperatures above 40°C, and stage four was even shortened after fire broke out on the penultimate climb...

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CycleTechReview @cycletechreview.bsky.social · Sep 24

Winter's coming!

Looking for clothing that will keep you riding no matter what the weather?

Take a look at Alé’s winter 2025 range. We'll get out and see how it copes with our Sussex weather and let you know!

ALÉ Cycling #winterclothing #wintercycling

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Winter 2025-Alé Autumn/Winter Clothing Collection -

Alé’s Winter 2025 range is out; time to bring some Italian flair and colour to our muddy Sussex lanes. Technical fabrics to keep you riding

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CycleTechReview @cycletechreview.bsky.social · Sep 23

We found the Magene PES-515 to be an excellent, affordable option for accurate power measurement. It’s a clear evolution of the previous 505 and a worthy competitor amongst budget crank-based power meters.
#magene #cyclingpowermeter #cyclingtech #magenepowermeter
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Magene PES-515 -

Magene PES-515 – Coach Ric takes a look When I reviewed the Magene PES-505 last year, I was impressed by how close it tracked to my...

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CycleTechReview @cycletechreview.bsky.social · Sep 16

The end of race radio?

Could AR glasses make life easier in the Pro peloton? Draco Intelligence are working on technology that would move all that radio chatter from rider's ears to their eyes. Worth a look?

#cyclingtechnology #augmentedreality

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Race Radios - the end? -

Could AR glasses replace race radios? Draco Intelligence believe putting the info directly into a rider's field of vision is the way forward

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CycleTechReview @cycletechreview.bsky.social · Sep 11

The new Garmin Edge 550 & 850 have bigger, brighter screens as well as loads of other features.

Take a look to see what else these new units offer.

#garmin #garmin550 #garmin850
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Garmin Edge 550 and 850, the next generation Garmin Edge 550 and Edge 850, the latest iteration in the Garmin range have arrived. Both models offer...

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CycleTechReview @cycletechreview.bsky.social · Sep 10

This weekend's British Gravel Champs will be showing live footage from the elite men's & women's races on their YouTube channel.

An extra event, the Sundowner ride has been added to help raise funds & awareness for Prostate Cancer UK.

#gravelracing #prostatecanceruk #britishgravelchamps2025

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The British Gravel Championships will air live YouTube footage of the elite races and have added a charity ride on the Saturday evening

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CycleTechReview @cycletechreview.bsky.social · Sep 2

Meet the Pashley Wildfinder, what the Stratford-Upon-Avon based company like to call a 'grountainbike'

With clearance for 60mm tyres and options for flat-bars, suspension and dropper-post, could this be your next bike?

#pashleycycles #gravelbike #grountainbike

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Pashley Wildfinder -

Pashley Wildfinder: Find Your Own Wild! Remember Pashley bikes? You know, those big old butchers bikes that are pretty much indestructible? Well, Pashley are still going,...

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CycleTechReview @cycletechreview.bsky.social · Aug 22

Decathlon's lightweight D3O knee and arm pads use D3O's clever material that stiffens under impact.

They're soft and flexible until you need them.

@decathlonuk #decathlon #mtbpads #d3oprotection

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Decathlon D3O Knee and Elbow Pads -

Decathlon D3O Enduro Light D30 Knee and Elbow Pads As someone who fits into the XC – and veteran XC at that! – category when it...

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CycleTechReview @cycletechreview.bsky.social · Aug 13

More chances to grab a national gravel championship jersey if you're racing in GB (sorry Northern Ireland yours is still TBC!)

#gravelracing #nationalchampionships

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Gravel Championships -

Gravel Championships for the UK UK Gravel racing fans celebrate, we have Gravel Championships galore! 2025 sees a major milestone in British gravel racing: there are...

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CycleTechReview @cycletechreview.bsky.social · Aug 8

Time to get cleaning! Dynamic Bike Care want you and your bike looking and working your best.

We tried out some of their products and were impressed.

@dynamicbikecare #bikecleaning #tubeless #chainlube #cleanbikesgofaster

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Dynamic Bike Care -

Dynamic Bike Care: Real-World Testing Review Thanks to the team at Dynamic Bike Care, I’ve spent the last few weeks testing a range of their products across...

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CycleTechReview @cycletechreview.bsky.social · Aug 5

Pirelli's SmarTUBE RS are the latest addition to theri TPU inner tube range.

Light, fast and more puncture resistant before, are you ready to make the switch from rubber to TPU?

Pirelli #tpuinnertubes #smartube #innertube

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PIRELLI SmarTUBE RS -

If you prefer innner-tubes the Pirelli SmarTUBE RS might be an option. Light and puncture resistant, could TPU ones replace your butyl tubes?

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CycleTechReview @cycletechreview.bsky.social · Jul 30

Read my article on the Handsling news blog for details and links his charities.

Bonne chance Dyll!

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CycleTechReview @cycletechreview.bsky.social · Jul 30

"Don't let the sun go down on me" sung Elton John. Well Dyll Davies took those words to heart and at 66 has decided to ride the complete route of the 2025 Tour de France - including the transitions - unsupported to help raise money for some worthy causes and to prove there's still life in him yet!

CycleTechReview @cycletechreview.bsky.social · Jul 24

Pirelli Cinturato EVO TLR - a quick look at this new endurance tyres, made with 50% recycled or bio-based materials.

I'll be trying these out on my shonky Sussex roads, truly a tyre's worst nightmare!

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Pirelli Cinturato EVO TLR

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CycleTechReview @cycletechreview.bsky.social · Jul 22

The Rudy Project Rebel is a premium helmet with many features, of which my favourite is its Airframe Technology; no more sweat-stained glasses!

It's also got a magnetic closure and BugStop netting to keep bugs out.

Rudy Project #rudyproject #bicyclehelmets

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Rudy Project Rebel -

The Rudy Project Rebel is a premium helmet that finaly solved my sweaty head problem! It's also good looking and exceeds safety standards

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CycleTechReview @cycletechreview.bsky.social · Jul 22

Ooooo, new rubber day is on its way!

Preview and video coming soon as it's raining outside and that means it's a perfect day for fettling tyres!

@pirelli_cycling #pirellitires #nobikeday

CycleTechReview @cycletechreview.bsky.social · Jul 10

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We take a look at the Rudy Project Rebel helmet.

Designed for 'discerning' cyclists, like me! This premium helmet has some nice features and looks the business.

Watch the video and see what you think.

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@rudyproject #rudyproject #bicyclehelmet

Rudy Project Rebel helmet preview

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CycleTechReview @cycletechreview.bsky.social · Jun 25

The Nix Biosensor collects your sweat, analyses it and tells you in real time how much you should be drinking to stay on top of your game.

#nixbiosensor #sportperformace #sportshydration #sporttechnology

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Nix Biosensor -

The Nix Biosensor analyses your sweat as you ride and will alert you as to what and when you should drink. Could this stop me cramping?

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