Product news: Pauline Ferrand-Prevot and Tom Pidcock have quite a bit in common, not only that they both secured the MTB-XC World Championship title in Glasgow last week and that they share the same team, but also that both athletes became XC World Champions on the Pinarello Dogma. Admittedly, there is one small difference after all… read more
Review: Campagnolo Ekar, the first component group designed specifically for gravel bikes, impresses with its 1x13 gears and numerous small and large surprises. In Velomotion's practical test, the new drivetrain proves its perfect function and harmonious gear ratios, offering a wide range of possibilities. When Campagnolo invited guests to the product launch in March 2018, there was a great deal of anticipation beforehand… read more
Market / Cycling: Just a few days after Tom Boonen's rather controversial plea for disc brakes on road bikes, some opposition is emerging – surprisingly, however, not from the peloton, but from the industry. Fausto Pinarello explains in an interview with the colleagues at cyclingnews.com why the Italian manufacturer's top models also feature disc brakes… read more
AG2R La Mondiale: A change at the French team AG2R La Mondiale. Romain Bardet and his teammates will no longer be riding bikes from the German manufacturer Focus this year, but will instead be competing on bikes from the young British manufacturer Factor. Bike supplier: Factor Bikes Models: O2 / One / One-S / Slick Wheelsets: … read more
Cycling: In recent years, many cycling fans have been displeased by Team Sky's almost overwhelming dominance, especially at the Tour de France. This is unlikely to change much in 2017 – quite the opposite, in fact: given their incredibly strong roster, the British cycling powerhouse still has room for improvement. Team Sky 2017: Transfers Team Sky 2017: Team bikes… read more
