Bike World News

01/06/2026

BBB Cycling Introduces the CoreCap: A New Standard in Valve Technology BBB Cycling has launched the CoreCap, a complete rethinking of the traditional Presta valve. Designed for both tubed and tubeless systems, the CoreCap solves long-standing issues of fragility, air restriction, and ​ maintenance. With up to 300% more airflow and full compatibility with all common bicycle pump types, including Schrader (AV) pump heads. The CoreCap brings a new level of simplicity and performance to tire

01/01/2026

ASSOS of Switzerland Becomes Official Technical Apparel Partner of EF Pro Cycling In a sport defined by the relentless search for speed, progress is never found by standing still. It is discovered through exploration, experimentation, and the willingness to push beyond known limits. From January 2026, that pursuit enters a new era as ASSOS of Switzerland, pioneers of technical cycling apparel since 1976, becomes the official technical apparel partner of EF Pro Cycling in a multi‑year agreement

12/16/2025

Mountain Hardwear Plusher: Ultimate Three-Season Comfort

While there are plenty of tech-infused flannel shirts out there, the Mountain Hardwear Plusher ($85, mens & women's versions) still brings plenty of warmth and comfort for three-season wear....

While there are plenty of tech-infused flannel shirts out there, the Mountain Hardwear Plusher ($85, mens & women’s versions) still brings plenty of warmth and comfort for three-season we…

12/15/2025

Top Thermal Tights and Baselayers for Cold Weather

As is typical in the midwest, weather conditions have quickly transitioned from warm fall days to snow and cold. As we've started to transition to winter activities (and deal with the occasional drafty room) we've had a chance to try out some merino tights and baselayers from Ibex, Paka, and Amazon staple Danish Endurance....

As is typical in the midwest, weather conditions have quickly transitioned from warm fall days to snow and cold. As we’ve started to transition to winter activities (and deal with the occasio…

12/05/2025

Revolutionary Polartec Fabrics for Outdoor Enthusiasts

There's a lot more to Polartec than fleece. In the outdoor market, there is a lot to explore in new fabric technology....

There’s a lot more to Polartec than fleece. In the outdoor market, there is a lot to explore in new fabric technology.

12/02/2025

TOOT Engineering’s MARASSHA3 Brings Unique Aero Approach To UCI Handlebar Regs

With the UCI's upcoming change in regulations to handlebar dimensions, the reality is that brands need to work within the new guidelines. This means they need to become more creative and not just rely on a "narrow is aero" approach. Italy's TOOT Engineering has a novel approach to bars that focuses on stability at speed, which also happens to put you in an aero position.

The MARASSHA3 (M3) is a collaboration

11/29/2025

Geraint Thomas Joins INEOS Grenadiers as Director of Racing The INEOS Grenadiers team is proud to announce the appointment of Geraint Thomas as Director of Racing, marking the start of a new chapter in Geraint’s career and underscoring the team’s evolution.

One of cycling’s most respected and decorated riders, Thomas transitions from the peloton into this newly created leadership position at the INEOS Grenadiers. He will work closely with Sir Dave Brailsford, Dr. Scott Drawer - and the

11/26/2025

LIV Cycling Launches New Street/Trail/Park Bike Range for Kids Liv Cycling today announced the launch of the all-new STP range—a fun, forward-thinking lineup designed to help riders build their skills and confidence on dirt jumps, pump tracks, and trails. The collection includes the STP 20, STP 20 FS, STP 24, STP 26 and STP 26 Frameset, each one crafted to meet riders where they are and grow with them as they take on new challenges and terrain.

Each model shares the same foundation, with a

11/26/2025

Rouvy Adds Life Time Gravel Events to Platform Indoor cycling platform ROUVY is bringing the courses of the iconic Life Time Gravel series to their app. The indoor cycling app that lets users ride real routes around the world from their home brings the best of the spring and summer gravel season indoors for winter training.

Now live on the ROUVY platform, users can take in the challenge, as well as the majestic scenery of America’s off-road adventures, brought to life through the new Life

11/17/2025

Markus Flossmann Revives YT Industries YT Industries is back after founder Markus Flossmann has repurchased the brand and plans to leading it into a new era under the newly established YOUNG TALENT INDUSTRIES GmbH. The new structure is leaner, more efficient, and entirely focused on what made YT great in the first place: uncompromising bikes at fair prices.

“Back to the roots. This isn’t a marketing slogan, it’s a promise. We’re focusing again on what made YT strong: uncompromising

11/13/2025

J.Laverack Unveils Speedform and AM64 Carbon – Additive Manufacturing Combined With Bespoke Custom Frames
English brand, J.Laverack, has launched a new model, the Speedform, and added a new AM64 Carbon option for a number of their current models. The Speedform pushes the boundaries of titanium frame production using additive manufacturing, while the AM64 Carbon models add a carbon seat tube to blend the best of both worlds of carbon and titanium production. Both models explore advancements of

11/13/2025

Colnago Steelnovo Returns in New Colors Following the success of the Steelnovo 70th Anniversary, the Colnago Steelnovo is now available to the public in two striking new colorways.

A year after celebrating its 70th anniversary with the exclusive Steelnovo, Colnago brings the timeless charm of steel back to its collection. Now available in two vivid
colorways, the Steelnovo invites every cyclist to rediscover the unmistakable pleasure of a smooth, authentic ride, for those who want to feel it