New Components

Shimano’s RX710 gravel shoes bring the brand’s recently released interchangeable cleat interface, the Pontoon system, to a wider audience. Complete with a synthetic leather upper, a carbon midsole, and BOA dials, the mixed-terrain shoes combine new technology with a lower price point. Find all the details below…

Maker Tyler Reiswig of BTCHN’ Bikes in Northern California has finally waded into the 31.8mm waters with the release of the new 31.8mm Ti Low Riser 13° Handlebars. Learn more about the latest boutique BTCHN’ bars here…

The Crust Mateo Super Gripper is a new 26+ tire option for riders seeking a “mid-fat” tire in the lesser-used wheel size. Check out all the details of the fresh release below…

Launched yesterday, the Whisp XC wheels from Industry Nine feature 605 points of engagement, carbon rims from their sister company We Are One, and their Solix hub system. Explore all the details of this new wheel system below…

The OneUp Components Aluminum Wheels are designed to strike the ideal balance of strength and compliance for trail and enduro riders, and they’re priced at a reasonable $599. Find more details on the Canadian brand’s sensibly specced new wheels here…

Ergon had a few upcoming products on display at Eurobike over the weekend, and the new Ergon GMS grips caught our eye, which are set to replace the popular GA3 grips this fall. Get the full scoop here…

If you’ve been waiting for a bolt-on seatpost collar from PAUL Components, the wait is over! The new PAUL NOQR collar is machined from aluminum in Chico, California, and offers an interesting deep collar design that promises uniform clamping forces. Check it out here…

Wolf Tooth Components’ new Performance Series pedals share a similar design with the standard models but have a lower price tag. Learn more about the Performance CTRL clipless and Waveform flat pedals here…

Vittoria has added greater variety to its endurance gravel tire line. With 50 and 55mm options now available in their T10, T50, and T70 models, these new tires are wider and more capable than before. Read on for more…

Shimano has released two new clipless pedals for trail and off-road riding. With a wider, XTR-inspired design, the DEORE XT PD-M8220 promises greater stability and traction, and the PD-MT520 replaces the longstanding PD-M520. Discover all the details below…

Shimano has entered its thick-rotor era. Its new 2.2mm rotors are significantly beefier than the company’s previous offerings and even surpass SRAM’s popular HS2 design, promising improved durability, more consistent braking performance, and reduced hand fatigue. Though they’re aimed at more aggressive mountain biking segments, the move could be good news for anyone tired of bent rotors and inconsistent brake feel on long descents. See details here…

Following the release of their M7200/M6200 mechanical groupsets, Shimano has expanded its drivetrain options with the DEORE XT M8200 mechanical groupset. Featuring three new shifters and two rear derailleurs, this update brings their new SHADOW ES clutch technology to a practical, fully mechanical drivetrain. Read on below…