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Cycling enthusiasts dream of innovative bike tech such as Santa Cruz road kit, universal mudguard mounts, quieter disc brakes, integrated frame storage, and simplified gear cassettes, aiming to enhance comfort, performance, and convenience in cycling.
SRAM has introduced the Maven, its most powerful disc brake designed for downhill, enduro, and eMTB riders, claiming a 50% increase in power over its current downhill-oriented offering, the Code. The Maven uses mineral oil, features a new pad design, and offers longer service intervals compared to DOT fluid counterparts. The new caliper has more bolts, larger pads, and four large-diameter pistons to reduce power loss and manage extreme temperatures. The Maven brake should only need a full bleed and oil change every two years, and comes in four different models with prices ranging from £200 / $185 to £599 / $599.
A photo sent by a reader shows a mountain biker with what appears to be a wireless brake system on their bike. The photo is unclear, but the absence of visible cables or hoses suggests a wireless setup. The device mounted around the front brake indicates it is more than just a brake caliper, possibly an ABS brake system or a data acquisition system. While wireless brakes have been rumored, the size and weight of the device may pose challenges. However, there could be benefits such as improved adaptability for riders with physical limitations and the potential for integration with e-bikes and ABS systems.
Shimano has announced the release of the new 105 mechanical groupset, featuring a switch from 11-speed to 12-speed and disc brakes only. This follows the trend of Shimano's higher-end groupsets, Ultegra and Dura-Ace, which have transitioned to electronic-only versions. The new 105 groupset offers similar features to its electronic counterpart, including chainset and cassette options, brake calipers, and rotors. The shifters and derailleurs have been updated, with a refined lever shape for improved reach. The groupset is priced at around £750 / €1150 / $1150 for a full set.
Campagnolo has launched its new Super Record Wireless groupset, which is wireless, disc-brake-only, and has done away with the thumb shifter. The groupset features separate batteries mounted onto both derailleurs, each of which is removable and chargeable via a magnetic cable. The groupset is only available with disc brakes and features three fairly tight cassettes by today's standards. The shift buttons sit behind each brake lever blade, and the hood has changed shape to accommodate the additional internal tech. The Super Record Wireless groupset will weigh 2,520g and will be priced at £4,499.00 ($5,399.00 / €5,200.00).
Specialized has released two new Allez models for 2023, featuring disc brakes and 35mm tyre clearance for improved versatility. The Allez is claimed to be the lightest bike in its class, with a frame weight of 1,375g. The entry-level road bike is available in two builds, the Shimano Claris-equipped Allez at £1,100 and the Shimano Tiagra Allez Sport at £1,600. The new Allez geometry is more accessible to newer riders, with a slacker head tube angle and shorter reach.
Specialized has launched a revamped version of its Allez road bike, featuring disc brakes and larger clearance for tyres. The Allez is designed as a "do-it-all bike choice for a road rider who is potentially just getting into the sport and who wants one bike for commutes, group rides and entering their first race". The bike is available in two spec levels, with prices starting at £1,100 ($1,200) for the base model. The new Allez is made of the same E5 aluminium alloy as the outgoing bike, but Specialized has tweaked its geometry, which is now the same as the Roubaix carbon endurance bike across the size range.
Neutron Components has launched a portable brake bleeding tool called the Emergency Bleed Kit, which is designed to restore disc brakes to their best condition on the road or trailside. The kit is leak-proof and comes with a CNC’d aluminium funnel featuring two threaded caps on either end, a threaded lid and an M5 threaded connector at its base, matching most Shimano and SRAM bleed port screws. The kit retails for NZ$49 and is a significant step-up in quality from Shimano’s bleed bucket.