This week started with Tadej Pogaar debuting the new Colnago TT bike at the Tour de Romandie, with the new bike said to prioritise weight savings over aerodynamic gains. The Giro dItalia announced a collaboration with Fortnite, bringing bicycles and the stage race to the video game for the first time. It hopes to inspire a new generation of cyclists. There was huge news for indoor-cycling fans, with Zwift announcing its acquisition of Rouvy for an undisclosed fee. The indoor-training platforms will maintain their independent operations until further notice. Fans of Campagnolo rejoiced as the 13-speed tech from Super Record finally trickled down to the new Record 13 groupset. Still made in Europe, there are five variations for road and gravel. BMC launched its new Kaius gravel bike with a new geometry, lighter frame and huge tyre clearance of up to 52mm. The bike looks like the aero-gravel racer Warren had hoped the original would be. Weve been at The Traka, in Girona, snooping around for gravel tech. So far, weve spotted a prototype Factor aero gravel bike that features a radical One-inspired fork and aero chin, Ridley RS2 prototype gravel race bike and Canyon's unreleased Grail CFR. Want more of the most important cycling tech news delivered straight to your inbox? Why not sign up to our newsletter? Twice weekly, our editors cut through the noise with the most important BikeRadar news, reviews and buying advice. Plus, The Breakaway delivers expert analysis and opinion from our testing team on Saturdays. The BikeRadar Podcast is also a great way to keep up to date with trends, news and our opinions.

Mads Wrtz Schmidt crushes the 10-hour barrier and Rosa Klser delivers a statement win at The Traka 360

The 2026 Tour de Romandie will take place from the 28th of April to the 3rd of May and will make for Tadej Pogacar's debut in a stage-race this year. The Swiss race provides the final big test ahead of the Giro d'Italia whilst also following the spring classics, a period where many are looking to sa...

Traka is an epic gravel event, but it's also a focal point for brands who want to get your attention with their latest kit drops. In this week's round-up, we take you through the sharpest kit and the fresh looks that caught our eye

Dorian Godon completed a remarkable turnaround on stage 3 of the Tour de Romandie, converting a day that looked to be slipping away into victory after being distanced on the decisive climb and then brought back into contention by his INEOS Grenadiers teammates. It marked a third standout result in a...

Tom Pidcock brought his spring campaign to an unexpected but encouraging conclusion with second place at the 2026 edition of Eschborn-Frankfurt, defying his own pre-race expectations after a late decision to line up in Germany. The Brit was part of the decisive move that broke clear inside the final...

Georg Zimmermann delivered the defining performance of his career to win the 2026 edition of Eschborn-Frankfurt, timing his sprint perfectly from a reduced front group after a chaotic and relentlessly aggressive finale. The German national champion emerged from a select group of twelve riders that h...

Today, Bosch is unveiling their answer to the ebike power wars and the answer isnt more power. Instead, a firmware update for the Performance Line CX and CX-R motors will provide up to 120Nm of torque and 600% support. Crucially, this is designed to give you more support in technical sections when you actually need it, without giving you a motor bike. That part about when you actually need it is important, since it will keep the bike feeling more like a regular bike for more of the ride and it will also maximize the battery life and even potentially extend drivetrain life. The update allows users to adjust torque output up to 120 Nm across any riding mode through the eBike Flow app, representing a significant increase from the standard 85 Nm baseline. However, the maximum torque setting is subject to individual bicycle manufacturer specifications.Enhanced support levels can reach up to 600% assistance at speeds below 15 kph in specific riding conditions. As a refresher, power is used to describe the watts; this is still a 750-watt system. Support is also called assistance (used interchangeably by the industry). This is the amplification of the riders input. Depending on the drive unit and mode, support after 15 kph will drop back to default/previous maximums.The 600% support up to 15kph is available in RACE, TURBO, EMTB+, CARGO, and AUTO modes. Above 15kph, TURBO and AUTO modes have a max assist of 340%, whereas RACE, EMTB+, and CARGO modes have a max assist of 400%. The system employs intelligent software that automatically delivers full power during demanding terrain situations, including steep climbs, technical root sections, and tight curve exits. This dynamic response requires active pedal input from the rider, with the system providing power boosts to match rider effort before returning to standard levels.Essentially, it means that for most of your ride when you dont need a ton of motor support, you can run it on TOUR+ or ECO+ modes to conserve battery. But when you get to a technical section where you need additional support to clear the obstacle, climb, etc., the bike will adjust to get you through it and then dial back down. I got to do a brief parking lot test with an updated Ibis Oso (the parking lot at Sea Otter had some steep dirt hills to try this on), and it was awesome. On current Bosch eMTBs, I tend to ride in the eMTB mode but with this update, it makes me think I would probably back down to TOUR+ mode or lower. The added motor support is nearly immediate when you need it, and it seamlessly transitions back an forth without you noticing. Bosch is releasing Performance Upgrade 2.0 as a free over-the-air update beginning May 4, 2026. The upgrade will be compatible with both Performance Line CX and Performance Line CX-R systems, without requiring hardware replacements or service appointments. And honestly, thats one of the best parts about this upgrade. As Jeremy put it, instead of making riders feel like they need to rush out and buy the next shiny new thing thats marginally better than the last, Bosh is taking a more sustainable and socially responsible approach and allowing riders to upgrade what they already own. Adjustable Extended BoostAlong with increased support and torque, the Performance Upgrade will feature a new adjustable extended boost. This is when youre trying to clear a root, rock, step, etc. and you are struggling to get over it and might not be able to get a full pedal stroke in. When this happens, the system is programmed to provide up to 2.2 yards or residual boost to help you get over the obstacle. This has been available since 2020, but new for 2026 is a slider in the Flow app that will allow you to adjust the length of the overrun setting for each riding mode. Digital Drivetrain TensionerFor the most direct response from your drivetrain, there is a new drivetrain tensioner feature that pre-tensions the drivetrain when it senses lag between the motor and the rear wheel. This is only available in eMTB or Race mode, and is meant to prevent drivetrain lash and give instant acceleration when youre pushing the limits. Measure Wheelies, Jumps, and more with Trick CheckThis one is really just for fun, though if youre trying to get better at manuals, wheelies, or jumping, it could actually be a useful tool. Trick Check will now record duration, hight, distance, and angle of jumps, wheelies, manuals, or stoppies, and will show the last trick on the display for eight seconds. Then you can dig into all the trick data at the end of the ride. New 12A Fast ChargerHeres another one Bosch riders have been waiting for a 500w 12A fast charger. Compatible back to models from 2022, the charger includes smart thermal management and claims to charge a PowerTube 800 battery to 50% in just one hour.The charger is also fairly light and compact at 2lbs, so you can carry it with you and charge your bike at work or out on a tour. Were told that the new charger will be available by the end of 2026.What Models Get What Updates?There are a number of different Bosch motors out there, and only some will get all of the updates mentioned above basically just the BDU38 Performance Line CX and CX-R motors. But some will pick up some of the updates, though were a bit disappointed that we wont be able to track wheelies on our cargo bikes The post Bosch Performance Upgrade 2.0 Delivers 120 Nm of Torque, New 12A Fast Charger, More! appeared first on Bikerumor.

Friday delivered a compelling double act on the WorldTour stage, with two very different races unfolding in Germany and Switzerland, yet both decided by sharp race instinct and perfect execution in the finale. At the Eschborn-Frankfurt, it was Georg Zimmermann who rose to the occasion in front of h...

RMU (Rocky Mountain Underground) is known primarily for making and selling skis. But RMU is more than just a ski brand. They have three bar/restaurant/retail locations in Whistler, BC, Breckenridge, CO, and Truckee, CA. RMU has also been producing and selling a range of fanny packs, backpacks, tailgate pads, and other MTB accessories for several years. Turns out, lots of skiers ride mountain bikes, and vice versa, including the folks at RMU.It seems that RMU is now taking that crossover a step further with teasers on social media and the brands website of its first mountain bike, called the Nighttrain. Theyve teamed up with legendary suspension Dave Weagle, yes, dw-link Dave Weagle, to create a 170mm travel enduro bike with a pretty unique suspension and drivetrain design combination. Weagle refers to it as a prototype, but it looks close to production-ready, and RMU has been building anticipation for the past month or so with numerous posts saying that its coming soon.Screenshot of the mid-pivot, dual-idler, dual-chain design.Just a few days ago, Dave Weagle posted a video of the Nighttrain where he discusses the suspension design. In the post, he calls it a new generation Orion suspension layout flexing a mid-pivot, 6-bar flex stay layout. Thats being combined with a dual-idler, dual-chain drivetrain, which he states is the most efficient way to get an elevated chainline for the mid-pivot design. Check out Weagles Instagram post at this link (for some reason it refuses to embed in this article) to hear what he has to say about it.We dont have much information other than whats provided in that social media post, but we can easily gather that its a 170mm travel enduro bike that rolls on 29 wheels front and rear. It appears to be a full aluminum frame with internal routing for the shifter cable and external routing for the rear brake line. One of the teaser posts mentions that it will drop in three distinct build kits, with limited color releases rolling out throughout the summer. View this post on Instagram The mid-pivot, dual-chain, dual-idler drivetrain setup looks nearly identical to that of the current Pivot Phoenix DH bike, which happens to use a dw6, six-bar suspension layout. The RMU Nighttrain, however, uses a slightly different six-bar flex stay design, which Weagle refers to as a new-generation Orion suspension layout made for aggressive riding. Regardless, it looks impressively plush, and were definitely interested to see how it performs. And from the sound of Weagles post, we should know more very soon, as he said the full launch is coming within the week.Interestingly, Weagle also mentions that this is the first in what will be a range of mountain bikes from RMU. So far, it looks like theyre off to a good start, and theyre obviously working with one of the best in the business.To sign up for early access to the Nighttrain, head to the RMU website. Or check out their Instagram for updates @rmu.mtn.cormumtnculture.comThe post Dave Weagle Teams Up with RMU for New Mid-Pivot 6-Bar Suspension Enduro Bike appeared first on Bikerumor.