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Specialized reveals 'S-Level' Tarmac SL9, says it 'exceeds every competing race bike in its class'

SL9 upgrade now available across the full Tarmac line-up

Cycling News · Aug 25

The Specialized Tarmac SL9 S-Level is being touted as 'the second fastest bike ever made' after the S-Works model, with more affordable Expert and Comp versions also available

The US-brand's flagship race bike is now available with a different carbon layup, adding a little weight but also greatly reducing the price

Cycling Weekly · Aug 25

Are the brands still chasing 'peak aero' looking in the wrong place for performance gains?

Resident aero expert, Andy Turner, reckons there's still some low-hanging fruit in aero optimisation, but argues brands need to be thinking rider-first

Cycling Weekly · Aug 19

Roval Rapide CLX III wheel review: The road mullet approach delivers the goods

The Rapide III ticks nearly every box and walk it like they talk it

Cycling News · Aug 10

'Women's cycling is kind of punk rock' - the designer and story behind the Tour de France Femmes’ coolest kits

Apparel designer Mckenzie Sampson reveals how ideas, fabrics, rider fittings and dozens of individual pieces become one unmistakable WorldTour kit

Cycling Weekly · Aug 6

Tour de France Femmes Tech Gallery: Lightweight parts, custom paint and a host of clever tech tricks

Tech tidbits, fun paint, and SpongeBob SquarePants grace the opening weekend of the women's Tour de France

Cycling News · Aug 4

Tour de France Femmes bikes: An equipment guide for all 21 teams

A comprehensive guide to every team's bikes, equipment and kit

Cycling News · Jul 31

Megamo Pulse 04 SLR review: a well-balanced ride and competitive pricing from a brand you've probably never heard of

A worthy consideration if you’re looking for a new race bike and want to fly under the radar

Cycling Weekly · Jul 31

Battle of the brands: Which sponsors came out on top at the 2026 Tour de France?

Specialized vs Colnago, Continental vs Vittoria, 1x vs 2x, tubeless vs tubes - we unpack the tech trends from the 2026 Tour de France

Cycling News · Jul 28

I made six tech predictions ahead of the Tour de France – which did I get right?

Leap Components and 3D printing dominated the tech at the Tour de France, but did our tech editor manage a clean sweep of predictions?

Cycling Weekly · Jul 27