Spotted on the roof of a team car, a new Tarmac-style bike of more aero proportions

The 2026 Giro dItalia classifications will evolve day by day over three weeks of racing, from the Grande Partenza in Bulgaria to the final stage in Rome, between 8 May and 31 May. Every summit finish, sprint stage, breakaway, and time trial has the potential to reshape the fight for the Maglia Rosa...

European champion says she wants to 'keep building something far bigger than just victories'

London's Walking and Cycling Commissioner Will Norman reiterated his and the mayor's commitment to achieving 'Vision Zero' by 2041, announcing a "refreshed" plan, while the London Cycling Campaign called for opposition to 20mph speed limits in the city to end

Stage 19 of the Giro dItalia delivered a lot of GC action but amongst those who were aiming for the stage win, there was perhaps a bigger battle. Einer Rubio and Giulio Ciccone were chasing a stage win all Giro and looked in tremendous form. However, they seem to be coming out of it without a win a...

A few months back, Arizonas State Bicycle Co. launched a super affordable, fully aero, carbon road frameset. That frameset was a steal at under $1400, and it sold out quickly. Well, today, State expands its high-end road offerings beyond just a frameset with a new Carbon Road Complete using the same popular frameset.Panda Pearl (Photos / State Bicycle Company)Making their carbon platform accessible to more riders, the complete bikes will start at $2,799. This brings serious race-level carbon production bikes to a more affordable price range than we would typically see in this space.States new Carbon Road frame focuses on three key areas: aerodynamic efficiency for more speed and less effort, lightweight construction for easier climbing and handling, and practical usability for regular road cycling.Midnight BlueThe State Carbon Road CompleteThe complete builds come in two different layups: Standard and SL. This gives riders frame options based on their performance needs and budget. The same frame design is currently being used in competitive racing and has proven capable on demanding climbs.So that means that riders get access to geometry and frame construction thats been put to the test at high levels of performance. The Standard Complete bikes start at $2,800, while the SL Complete bikes save a pound of weight and start at $3,250.Carbon Road GeometryState Carbon Road Complete Retail & DetailRetail: Standard Complete: $2,800, SL Complete: $3,250 Frameset: $1,399Detail:Colors:Standard frames: Panda Pearl and Midnight Blue SL frame: Raw CarbonTire clearance up to 32mmFully internal cable routingT47 threaded bottom bracketUDH-compatible derailleur hangerStandard and SL FramesSRAM Rival E1 (2x) DrivetrainEnve Wheel Upgrade AvailableWeights: Size Medium Standard Layup: 18.5lb SL Layup: 17.5lbSo, if youre a cyclist looking to transition to carbon but dont want the typical premium pricing, the State Carbon Road Complete builds may be for you. Its literally race-tested technology in a ready-to-ride package. Get more details about the Carbon Road Complete, and check out all of the affordable bikes that State has to offer by hitting the link below. StateBicycle.comThe post State Bicycle Co. Launches Fully Aero, Fully Affordable, Sub-$3k Complete Carbon Road Bike appeared first on Bikerumor.

American makes clear the realities of trying to win at cycling's highest level

Derek Gee had an extremely eventful day at the Giro d'Italia, starring several plots that marked the day. The Canadian rider entered the fight for the podium after a non-planned breakaway, reached for the stage win and also got in a heated spat with Einer Rubio. The latter happened during the Passo...

This weeks Debrief features a new Tour de Frankie video, Wheels MFG's new modular accessory, Ombraz Azzurros, the Cinelli x OMNIUM Cargo, several events to follow live, and much more. Find it all hereThe post Friday Debrief: Tour de Frankie Video, Wheels MFG Hootin Hauler, Cinelli x OMNIUM Cargo, and More appeared first on BIKEPACKING.com.

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