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Schwinn has added the Vantage RX-1, a bike for paved and unpaved roads and equipped with SRAM hydraulic brakes, to its Signature Line.

Mongoose made its name in BMX, and that prominence carried into mountain biking and cyclocross. Although Mongoose maintained its position in BMX, the rest of the line has lost its luster. Mongoose is out to change that with its new Selous Expert

Masi Bikes has a new race-oriented line of cyclocross bikes out in carbon and aluminum dubbed CXR. We took a look at the bikes at the Sea Otter Classic.

Hutchinson shows new Sector 32 tubeless tire using its Tubeless Ready casing at Sea Otter.

Along with their new gravel bike, Fuji showed off the redesigned alloy Cross 1.1 at Sea Otter.

Praxis Works moves from drivetrain components to wheels with its new A24 and RC21 tubeless wheelsets seen at Sea Otter.

Launched last week and on display at Sea Otter is the new Lauf Grit CX/gravel fork. The Chinese-made aftermarket fork is nothing if not attention grabbing.

Focus bikes has re-organized their bike lines to give a clearer understanding of models. The number system for models is gone, replaced by the more descriptive group name.

Hot on the heels of the 650B 47mm Horizon introduced at NAHBS last month in the new Road Plus category, WTB has added to their drop-bar tire lineup.

We spotted Fuji’s first ever gravel bike yesterday afternoon at Sea Otter, the new Jari, which comes in three models, the Jari 1.1, 1.3 and 1.5. We took a look at the mid-range Jari 1.3.

Shimano has a new Deore Di2 mountain bike group out offering greater options for drop bar riders as well as improved connectivity for all Di2 groups with Bluetooth capabilities.

Blue Competition Bicycles offers a full range of bikes, including their EX cyclocross series, comprised of three carbon models, an aluminum offering and even a kids ‘cross bike. We’re currently testing the flagship Blue Norcorss Ex Di2 model.

We are currently riding Felt’s flagship F1X for review, a 17-pound race machine with Shimano Dura Ace Di2 and DT Swiss CXR 1300 tubeless carbon wheels.

The Clement BOS tubeless tire is in our hands and should prove a good option for those riding mud, loose surfaces and mixed terrain.

It may sound like an April Fools’ joke, but OMATA is launching a Kickstarter for a GPS unit with an analog display dubbed the OMATA One.

Zipp Speed Weaponry has a bevy of new products and some updates to existing models aimed at least in part at the all-road crowd.

Kidz Karbon is planning high-end carbon balance and 20” wheel cyclocross offerings, each constructed using the most up-to-date construction methods and following the industry’s leading trends.

Guerciotti cyclocross bikes were reintroduced to the US in 2011 and the Lembeek model went under a full redesign, and now incorporates disc brakes.

Kenda’s Flintridge Pro is a tubeless ready gravel tire that offers a smooth, fast feel and is available in two widths.

We first saw the KHS CX550 Team last year and we liked what we saw. But short of a full-fledged test ride, we couldn’t really asses anything aside from the build and appearance.

Boyd Cycling first offered frames, wheels and more, but decided a focused approach on wheels was going to be better in the long run. Thus far, it has been proven correct.

Campagnolo also showed off prototype road disc brakes recently. The hydraulic brakes do not bear any groupset branding, and instead feature the “Campy Tech Lab” designation.

Storied Italian component maker released a new groupo yesterday, a wider-rimmed Shamal and showed off what may ultimately become its road disc brake offering.

The Alan Super Gravel Carbon features handmade carbon lugged construction, thru axle compatibility and massive tire clearance with room for up to 52c rubber.

Velosport Imports has an array of new product offerings, some of which we saw at NAHBS this year, and all of which are likely to appeal to the gravel riding and racing crowd.

Darrel Williams, the man behind Thrive Cycles of Savanah, Missouri, is self-taught and has only been building for a year and half, but is already making waves with his simple, understated aesthetic.

New brands generally don’t have Bruce Gordon of Bruce Gordon Cycles and Paul Sadoff of Rock Lobster Cycles at the helm. But the duo is in fact the braintrust behind the seemingly oddly named Schnozola.

Spring showers are or will be upon most of us soon. If you’re out riding in wet, cool weather regulating your body temperature is a must, and that means having the right clothes.