Recently, Rapha and Hiut Denim Co. announced that they have partnered to create a cycling-focused denim collection that bridges the gap between commuter practicality and everyday wear. The collection reworks Raphas very popular City Jeans. And it offers two styles: The Work for men and The Aurelia for women.(Photos / Rapha)Both The Work and The Aurelia are crafted from 12.5oz raw indigo selvedge denim sourced from the Cone Denim Mill in the USA, featuring the mills signature pink selvedge line.The jeans include thoughtful details for cyclists. Such as a reflective Rapha logo that becomes visible when you roll up the right leg cuff, providing extra visibility during night rides. A reinforced double center-back belt loop adds durability where cyclists need it most, while in the saddle. Additionally, Hiuts signature hi-vis pink owl rivet adds a distinctive finishing touch. The Work & The Aurelia Retail & DetailRetail (you should be sitting down): $580Premium Selvedge Denim: Crafted from 12.5oz raw indigo selvedge denim from the iconic Cone Denim mill (USA), featuring a signature Rapha pink line detailCycling-Specific Reinforcement: Engineered with a double belt loop at the centre back to provide essential reinforcement and stability while ridingIntegrated Visibility: Iconic reflective Rapha branding on the right leg for low-light ridingHandcrafted Quality: Authentic five-pocket construction fastened with durable copper rivets and lined with tough ecru twill for longevity on and off the bikeCollaborative Heritage: Finished with a bespoke Rapha + Hiut branded patch, made with British Pasture Leather and the No Wash Club philosophy, ensuring these jeans get better with agePrice be damned, one thing thats clear about this collaboration is that theres a real commitment to product longevity. Every pair sold comes with free repairs for life. This is handled by Hiuts experienced and talented craftspeople in Cardigan, West Wales. This approach aligns with both brands focus on reducing waste and creating products built to last, rather than replace. This collection launches as part of Raphas Spring/Summer 2026 program. There will be exclusive early access to RCC (Rapha Cycling Club) members first. If money is no object, and youre a cyclist whos looking for bespoke denim jeans to ride in, this collection is your jam. Check out the links below to get yours now.Rapha.ccHuitDenim.Co.UKThe post Rapha x Huit Denim Co. City Jeans are $580, but Include Free Repairs for Life appeared first on Bikerumor.

The finale of the Ronde van Limburg 2026 returned to the most classic script: pure speed. Tim Merlier won convincingly in the bunch sprint, putting several bike lengths into Fernando Gaviria (Caja Rural - Seguros RGA) and Floris Van Tricht (NSN Development Team). Despite a flurry of attacking move...

Bontrager expands its road tire lineup with two all-new all road options, plus more affordable versions of their Aeolus race tires. The new Kwaremont and Hard-Case Max Pro are aimed at the all conditions, all-weather riders who need more protection and tire volume without giving up good performance. Heres what you need to knowBontrager KwaremontThe new Kwaremont road tire is their take on a modern, wide, do-it-all tire for riders who still like to go fast, but maybe venture onto rougher roads and hardpack gravel. It has a smooth, fast-rolling center tread with a herringbone shoulder tread for cornering traction. Theyre available in 32/35/38mm widths and come in RSL, Pro, and Comp (32mm only) levels. MSRP from $29.99 to $99.99. The RSL 70032 is 345g (claimed), which is the only size/model they list a weight for.Bontrager Hard-Case Max ProHard-Case Max Pro replaces the brands All-Weather tire family as a more durable, tubeless-ready option designed to handle the worst of anything youre likely to ride on a non-gravel drop bar bike. Think, commuting, and you cant be late because you got a flat, or you just dont want to have to think about your tires or replace them very often.They have bead-to-bead puncture protection, with an additional puncture strip under the tread. Armorskin sidewall construction, a dense 60 TPI casing, and tubeless-ready construction add even more protection.The rubber is long-wearing for high mileage, and large sipes on the center and sides help move water out from under them. MSRP is $64.99, available in 26/28/32/35mm widths. No weights listed.Bontrager AeolusBontrager also expands its Aeolus road tire lineup with new Pro and Elite construction options, giving riders more approachable ways to access race-proven performance. These new trims bring Aeolus speed and efficiency to a broader range of budgets while maintaining the fast, confident ride feel the lineup is known for.The Elite comes in 23/26/28mm widths, and the Pro gets a bit wider with 28/30/32mm options. Prices now start at just $39.99 (Elite) and $64.99 (Pro). No weights listed. The RSL remains $99.99.TrekBikes.comThe post Bontrager Adds Wider, Tougher & More Affordable Road Tires appeared first on Bikerumor.

There are moments in a riders rise where performance alone no longer explains the reaction around them. That is where Paul Seixas now finds himself. His victory at Itzulia Basque Country did more than add a WorldTour stage race to his palmares. It shifted expectations inside his own team, forcing e...

Is this the year of the 32? Who knows? I mean, were not there yet, but I feel like I hear the 32 wheeled train blazing a big wheeled trail towards Monterey, CA. Ill be stoked to see all of the innovations in the 32 wheel dept. by all the different brands. And no, Im not grouchy about it. I think its exciting, albeit a bit frustrating sometimes, when the industry finds a new standard that could improve/change the rider experience for the better.(Photos / Ron Frazelle)So, with that being said, I would guess that you guys will be reading about a bunch of new 32 tech that the crew will be covering in the next few weeks. Speaking of the Bikerumor crew, the whole U.S.-based crew will be covering the show this year. Zach, Travis, Jeremy, Jordan, and I will be present and working the show. Thatll for sure be a good time.Have a 32 Wheeled Opinion? I dont yet. There hasnt been an opportunity for me to ride a 32 wheeled bike, yet. I mean, I do have some initial thoughts on the matter, but I dont really have a hard opinion yet.But I bet you guys do. I, for one, would love to read your opinions, so drop em below..We do have some 32 bikes inbound for testing, so, stay tuned for that. Other than that and the other 32 wheeled stuff weve covered, youre definitely going to have enough 32 stuff to read about (and some 30.5 too!).We Love the Sea Otter ClassicThis is a really fun event to cover. And unofficially speaking for the whole crew, we all love to go. This year marks my 10th consecutive year covering the event for Bikerumor. Its not really totally about the bikes and parts. Its about finally seeing the people youve been calling and emailing all year, in person, sometimes seeing them again, or finally being able to put a face to the name. The Sea Otter Classic is now called the biggest cycling festival in the world. It has been in existence since 1991 and has been officially called the Sea Otter Classic since 1993. Its also considered the start of the race season. For me, it just feels like home. Like a big family reunion and a giant group hug. There is a tremendous passion for bicycles and bicycle culture at this event. And I absolutely eat it up. It seems to be getting larger and larger every year, and it takes a lot of work to get you guys the good coverage that you want. But for us, thats the nature of the beast, and for me personally, its a real labor of love. For our readers, get ready for an onslaught of coverage, and we hope youll love it.Stay Tuned!To quote myself from my 2023 piece about the Sea Otter Classic: I guess I just wanted to say cheers to the bicycle lovers.all of you. Both in and out of the industry. I wanted to lift my hand off the handlebars and wave to you as you pass. Raise a frothy pint of brew to you, and to your style of riding. Nod my head to your discipline of choice and your efforts being put forth. The thinkers, tinkerers, inventors, enthusiasts, pros, amateurs, the shop guys, the wrenches, the game changers, the fellow retro-grouchesall of you. We are, after all, in this together. See you out there.Thats it. Stay tuned here for the coverage starting later this week. SeaOtterClassic.comThe post Will the 32 Wheel Dominate the 2026 Sea Otter Classic? appeared first on Bikerumor.

I wasnt able to do a recon because I was racing earlier this week and Id never even ridden proper cobbles, so I was kind of going in quite blind, said Roubaix debutant Alastair MacKellar

Released for the longer travel ZEB forks earlier this year, the Fast Suspension DC3 compression damping insert is now also available for the Rockshox Lyrik (140-170mm) and Pike (120-140mm) forks, both using 35mm stanchions.While Rockshoxs latest updates add some interesting features to improve smoothness, particularly on the air spring side, Fast Suspension still thinks they can do better. on the compression damping side of things (and yes, these inserts should work on the newest models with the Charger 3.2 dampers).How? By adding a third compression damping circuit, among other things.By now, weve all heard about High and Low speed compression damping. The DC3 adds Mid-speed compression, as well as their own take on high- and low-speed circuits. Rather than reword it all, heres how Fast Suspension explains it:Low-speed compression manages the overall balance of the bike in normal riding conditions, preventing excessive diving under braking or when maneuvering the bike at slower speed.Mid-speed compression acts to control forces induced by more aggressive weight transfers, such as when cornering in berms or picking your way through a rock garden it acts almost as a gas pedal for your bike, allowing it to generate speed as opposed to bogging down in rougher terrain.High-speed compression damping adds control to the harshest and most violent events, such as landing big drops or hitting square edges at speed. High-speed compression prevents harsh bottom-outs and keeps the last part of your suspensions travel available for when its really needed.Theyre also made to order, custom tuned for each rider based on your preferences, riding style, weight, etc. This internal tuning sets the high- and mid-speed compression damping characteristics. But, it comes with fork oil and a valving kit if you want to fine tune those settings yourself (and youre confident that you know what youre doing).Theres an external low-speed compression adjustment knob that gives you 35 (thirty five!!!) clicks of adjustment. The circuit simply drops in to replace the stock compression damping circuit, no special adapters or tools needed. Its fully sealed with its own IFP, so it should be a pretty simple upgrade.Its available now for the following Rockshox models:ZEB SELECT A1, ZEB SELECT A2, ZEB R A1PIKE SELECT B3-B4 2020-2022 / PIKE SELECT C1 2023 and +LYRIK SELECT C2-C3 2020-2022 / LYRIK SELECT D1 2023 and +MSRP is 279 including VAT.Fast-Suspension.comThe post FAST Suspension DC3 Compression Damping Upgrade Comes to Lyrik & Pike appeared first on Bikerumor.

The start list again reflects the disciplines strong momentum. All 14 WorldTour teams ensure a top-level race from stage 1, with robust rosters and clear leadership. Among them, Team SD Worx Protime stands out as a habitual force at major events, while evolving structures such as Lidl Trek and...

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HotBars has created a nearly universal heated grip, because theyre not actually selling the grips. Rather, its a high-end carbon riser bar with integrated heating elements that heat up your favorite grips, whatever grips those may be.The HotBars handlebars have a removable power-bank-slash-control-unit thats wired into the bars and out to heating elements at the ends. Those warm your hands through standard mountain bike grips, eliminating the need for bulky winter gloves or pogies. That means more dexterity and control, whether youre shredding trail, fat biking, or just commuting year-round. The system uses a centrally-mounted power bank with three heat settings and 2-3 hours of runtime per charge. USB-C fast charging fully recharges the battery in under three hours.The bars are the brainchild of former WTB marketer Clayton Wangbichler, whos a real shredder, so theyre not just any ol carbon bar with heating as a gimmick. Theyre made from UD carbon fiber with glass fiber reinforcements for vibration damping, and theyre assembled in the MTB wonderland of Bellingham, WA. And youve got lots of width options:Clamp DiameterStackRiseWidthComplete Weight31.8mm50mm25mm700 / 740 / 750mmStarting at 480g35mm60mm35mm750 / 760 / 770 / 780 / 800mmStarting at 510gWhich is good, because you cant cut them down due to the integrated heating elements. All bars have an 8 backsweep and 5 upsweep. The battery pack mounts in the same plane as the handlebars to minimize interference with lights and GPS units, so you can still mount a wide variety of those.Its IP65 water resistant, and come summer, Summer Plugs seal off the heating cable ports when the battery pack is removed. A storage mode maintains optimal battery charge during the off-season. HotBars MSRP for $395 and are currently available for preorder, with shipping planned for fall 2026. Initial availability is limited to US customers, and the first 100 customers receive a $50 early-adopter discount. HotBars.comThe post Worlds First Heated Carbon Handlebars from Hotbars will Heat Any MTB Grip appeared first on Bikerumor.