Top Cycling Tech and Bike Highlights of 2023
This article provides a month-by-month recap of the most interesting cycling tech stories of 2023. Despite challenges faced by the industry, brands continued to release new tech and racers used innovative modifications to gain a competitive edge. Highlights include modified bikes at the Tour Down Under, daring descents by Tom Pidcock and Sepp Kuss, sponsorship spats, aero hacks during the spring classics, gravel racing innovations at Unbound, tech highlights from the Tour de France, recalls and lawsuits involving Shimano, and doping controversies. The article also mentions the future of waterproof clothing and a glimpse into Fausto Pinarello's private bike collection.