B/W photos by Cody Johnson; Color photos by Cody Johnson, Dana McKnight, Mike Miller, Luke Kocher, Jen Kelly, Mike Miller, Evan Deutsch, and Evan Finton The name of Segment 3 []The post GAWR Segment 3 (Steppe) appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.

Crashes, illness and withdrawals are an unavoidable part of any stage race, and the UAE Tour is no exception. From wind-affected finales and high-speed sprints to decisive time trials and mountain stages, the opening race of the WorldTour season often places riders under immediate physical stress. T...

The Spanish brand DYEDBRO is best known for its bike frame protection kits. They make a huge range of stick-on frame protectors in clear, various patterns, and artist collabs for use on everything from MTBs and eMTBs to gravel and kids bikes. Now, DYEDBRO expands its bike protection lineup with its new SHUSH Chainstay and Downtube Protectors.Many modern bikes, especially mountain bikes and eMTBs, already come with some sort of molded rubber protection for the chainstay and downtube. But not all do, and even those that feature protection sometimes need to have it replaced or upgraded from the original. Thats where DYEDBROs new SHUSH Chainstay and Downtube Protectors come in. These stick-on protectors are made from durable silicone and can help silence your bike while protecting your paint from impact, scratches, and abrasion.The new DYEDBRO Chainstay Protector looks like a quality aftermarket option to protect your frame and reduce chainslap noise.SHUSH Chainstay Protector: $40The new SHUSH Chainstay Protector is designed to wrap around and stick onto the chainstay of virtually any bike. Installation looks easy on a smooth, clean surface, and doesnt require any special tools. Once installed, it protects your chainstays paint from scratches and impacts from your bikes chain. At the same time, it is claimed to dramatically reduce chain slap-related noise, so you can ride distraction-free and focus on the trail ahead.The SHUSH Chainstay Protector comes in pink and black.Chainstay Protector SpecsMaterial: High-Density Impact SiliconePrimary Function: Noise Damping and chain slap protectionLenght: 350mmWidth: 140mmThickness: 10mmAdhesive: High-bond, residue-free 3M backingCompatibility: Universal: MTB, Gravel, e-bikeColors: Classic Black, PinkAdd a shuttle guard to your bike with the SHUSH Downtube Protector.SHUSH Downtube Protector: $28If you throw your bike over a trucks tailgate for shuttle runs, then the SHUSH Downtube Protector might be of interest. The stick-on silicone pad puts a tough barrier between your bike and the tailgate, protecting the frame from scratches and abrasion while you head up for more laps. At the same time, it protects from direct impacts on obstacles or rocks/debris kicked up by the front wheel and flung at your downtube while riding.Downtube Protector SpecsMaterial: High-Density Impact SiliconePrimary Function: Impact and shuttle/tailgate protectionLenght: 200mmWidth: 45mmThickness: 4mmAdhesive: High-bond, residue-free 3M backingCompatibility: Universal: MTB, Gravel, e-bikeColors: Classic BlackSHUSH Protectors are available now, and apparently, easy to install, too. DYEDBRO SHUSH Chainstay and Downtube Protectors: AvailabilityThe new SHUSH protectors are available now directly from DYEDBRO through the brands website. If youre interested in adding some aftermarket frame protection to your ride, check them out along with the rest of the lineup at:dyedbro.comThe post DYEDBRO Adds SHUSH Noise Silencing and Protection Products to Its Growing Lineup appeared first on Bikerumor.

Welcome to the Liveblog of the 2026 UAE Tour, Volta ao Algarve, and Vuelta a Andalucia. Expectations are high today. In the Middle East, everything points to a sprint finish. In Portugal, the finish is uphill, so we should see a battle between the main contenders for the overall classification. In S...

Belgian rider fell in closing sprint at Clasica Jan

Stage 2 of the Vuelta a Andalucia was another difficult day with some climbs of different difficulty spread throughout the day. Ideal terrain for a GC raid, and that is exactly what happed. Ivn Romeo took the win for Movistar and is the new race leader. The stage began with a relatively flat profi...

Fizik has relaunched the Arione saddle. The long, flat, narrow, low-weight saddle was launched in 2003 and became a must-have for racers until the mid-2010s, when short-nosed saddles came into fashion. The relaunched Arione is available with lightweight materials, with a conventionally padded upper as well as a new 3D-printed version. Fizik says the flat profile and narrow width are designed to offer freedom of movement when racing. It states that this enables a rider to find their ideal power and comfort centres, and reduces pressure when adopting an aero position. There are two widths available for the Arione, 135mm and 145mm, both with 284mm length. Thats almost 40mm longer than a typical short-nosed saddle. Adaptive or EVA padding The 3D-printed Adaptive saddle top is designed to relieve pressure points. The 3D-printed Adaptive padding is designed to offer zonal cushioning, relying on a more yielding central section for comfort. Fizik claims the 3D-printed surface improves weight distribution and offers a 60% reduction in peak saddle pressure. The second option includes injected low-profile EVA padding with a non-slip surface texture. While the Arione originally had a flat surface, the relaunched saddle includes a central pressure-relief channel in the EVA top. The EVA saddle top is lighter and includes striations to help keep you planted in position. Both saddle tops are mounted on Fiziks R1 shell, which combines carbon rails with a carbon-reinforced nylon shell. You can also get the new Arione and Arione Adaptive saddles on Fizik's lower-spec R3 shell, which combines a carbon-reinfored nylon shell with the brand's patented Kium alloy rails. The standard Arione, with its padded upper, is also available on Fizik's R5 body with S-alloy rails and a carbon-reinfored nylon shell. The 135mm saddle has a claimed 184g weight with a 3D-printed upper and 147g with EVA padding. The 145mm width has a stated weight of 190g with a 3D-printed upper and 152g with an EVA upper. For triathletes, the Arione offers the option to add a bottle cage at the rear. A retro choice? The Arione was a classic racing saddle in its time, but is it out of step with modern bike-fit trends? The relaunched Arione is the longest saddle Fizik offers and bucks the modern trend for short, wide short-nosed saddles. Short-nosed saddles have been promoted for their ability to hold a rider in one position, without shifting while riding precisely the opposite of Fiziks claims for the Arione. This potentially reduces the risk of saddle discomfort from saddle sores and lower-back pain. Theyre favoured, too, for their comfort in a more aggressive aero position and enable the saddle to be positioned further forward over the pedals. In combination with the steeper seat tube angles favoured on modern race bikes, this can open up the hip angle and potentially enable the rider to deliver more power. For racers, a short-nosed saddle also lowers the risk of contravening the UCIs regulation requiring the saddle nose to be 50mm behind the bottom bracket centre. As such, the relaunched Arione saddle is rather regressive, tending to favour a ride position thats more set back. Will it catch on again? For some riders, the ability to shift around when riding will be welcome, while others may still prefer the locked-in feel of a short-nosed design. Fizik Arione prices Arione Adaptive R1: 299.99 / $329.99 / 299 Arione Adaptive R3: 259.99 / $289.99 / 259 Arione R1 Light: 199.99 / $229.99 / 199 Arione R3: 149.99 / $174.99 / 149 Arione R5: 99.99 / $119.99 / 99

The 2026 Vuelta a Andalucia is going to take place between the 18 and 22nd of February, in the southern region of Spain where the stages are always either hilly or mountainous. This edition is no exception, with a set of stages that is set to make for some chaotic and tactical racing. We preview sta...

The newly released Wizard Works Snagla is a 3.5-liter waterproof hip pack that converts into a small handlebar bag for on- and off-bike adventures. Find all the details on the small brand's London-made product here...The post The Wizard Works Snagla is a Waterproof Hip Pack and Handlebar Bag appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.

Wove Saddles is well known for ultra-light carbon fiber saddles like the Mags (reviewed here). We loved the Mags, the comfort, the easy setup, and the weight. One thing, however, we didnt like was the cost, a whopping $500. Yes you get super cutting-edge tech/premium material, and the saddle is top of the line, but $500 is a lot of scratch.Now, Wove is expanding its line with metal-railed (full steel) versions of its core designs, bringing a new balance of durability, weight, and price.(Photo/Wove)Enter The Metal Age of WoveFor those looking to experience the Wove ride, but at a more palatable price point, the core offerings (M8, Mags, and V8) will soon be available in metal-railed versions.How much does the metal rail knock off the price? The saddles arent available for purchase yet (you can sign up for a pre-order below), but Wove has hinted at a price point around $310 USD and roughly 210 g for a metal-railed Mags, and about $320 USD and around 265 g for a metal-railed V8 variant. This is well below the flagship carbon-railed models, opening the door for more riders to experience Woves, but it is still a proper commitment for a bike saddle.(Wove steel-railed prototype saddle. Photo/Wove)Why Metal Rails?Most high-end performance saddles lean on carbon rails for minimal weight and stiffness. While that makes sense for riders chasing every gram, durability sometimes isnt there.(Wove carbon-railed saddle. Photo/Wove)By switching to steel or similarly high-strength metal alloys for the rails, the saddle gains meaningful durability without relying on oversized shapes or overly stiff construction. The construction of the Wove saddles is nearly the same, but instead of the molded carbon rails to the shell, solid steel rails will slot in.While metal rails do carry a slight weight penalty compared to carbon, carefully engineered designs still deliver predictable flex and should hold up to added abuse. Wove maintains the same ample fore-and-aft adjustability with slightly longer-than-standard rails.Wanna get on the pre-sale list? Sign up here. The post Wove Saddles Get Metal Rail Option for Lower Price & Increased Durability appeared first on Bikerumor.