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- December 18, 2012, 00:40
As good as modern rim brakes have become, it's clear that the tide is changing as nearly one-third of Cyclingnews Reader Poll respondents voted disc brakes for road and cyclocross bikes as the top tech innovation of 2012.
That so many voted for disc brakes is particularly impressive considering that nearly all of the most popular models have design roots more than a decade old and save for a handful of mechanical-to-hydraulic conversion systems, all of them are cable actuated as well. Even so, the stopping power and modulation provided by a stainless steel rotor, two nearly non-compressible brake pads, and a stiff, compact caliper body easily trumps squeezing two blocks of rubber against an …
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Carbon masterpiece
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Stylish time trial lid
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Great multi-sport choice
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Sub £2K aero road bike
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Very comfortable if the fit suits
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Instantly comfortable, and stays that way
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Trek World Racing’s cross-country race rig
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Blisteringly fast 29er full-suspension with effective terrain-sensing auto-lockout and brilliant spec
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Excellent new high-end lid from Bontrager
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Mudguard for non-eyeletted road bikes
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Cult brand's latest cyclo-cross machine
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An Australian legend 'reinvented'
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Novel wind-based power meter
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- $129.99
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Awesome stopping power with just a few sacrifices
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- $2700.00
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Value-packed carbon 'crosser
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- $3100.00
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Aggressive looks, tepid personality
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- £39.99
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Wireless cycle computer
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2011 version of Shimano’s everyman groupset
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Lightweight holder that completes your ride’s look
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Little show but lots and lots of go
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Base model 11-speed group exudes grace, style and value
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- £179.99
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Decent fit and feel but needs refinement
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Free Android app for recording your cycling data
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- €200.00
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Jawbone’s little brother
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Linebacker tough, running back quick
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September 5, 2012, 10:14
Even one of the best climbers can use easier gears
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August 31, 2012, 16:26
Cheating the wind at USA Pro Challenge
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August 16, 2012, 23:45
US Pro champion's stars and stripes ride
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August 14, 2012, 18:39
Gold accents for 2012 Olympic road champion
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July 30, 2012, 18:08
Kazakh pilots Olympic version to gold in London
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July 24, 2012, 06:10
Extensive testing carried out by Vancansoleil team riders
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July 6, 2012, 03:38
German stealth fighter for Russian Tour de France contender
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July 5, 2012, 01:56
Oh, Canada! Ryder's patriotic machine for the Tour de France
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July 1, 2012, 15:56
RadioShack-Nissan rider's yellow Trek for Tour stage 1
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July 1, 2012, 14:14
BMC presents a special gift to George Hincapie
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December 7, 2012, 21:00
Latest news, rumours of Garmin's next piece of bike hardware
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December 4, 2012, 03:06
Handcrafted frames, paint schemes, saddles and more
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November 20, 2012, 15:00
First go in hand-crafted, human-powered Beastie
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November 15, 2012, 22:06
Partnership expands from aerobars in 2012
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November 15, 2012, 18:30
Elastomer insert for isolated saddle and smooth ride
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November 8, 2012, 22:15
Can products like lubricants increase wattage?
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November 5, 2012, 21:47
Faster and more accurate fitting with integrated power meter
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October 10, 2012, 14:00
High-end collection takes scientific approach to clothing
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October 9, 2012, 02:19
Carbon masterpieces on display
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October 8, 2012, 03:36
View live images remotely via smartphone or tablet
Tech News
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December 18, 2012, 00:40
Disc brakes for road and 'cross bikes top the list
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December 17, 2012, 05:33
Cancellara gets fitted with new electronic groupset
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November 26, 2012, 22:34
Limited number of entries to be allowed
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July 11, 2012, 21:49
What happened to his Specialized TT clinchers?
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July 2, 2012, 18:08
Rules clarified on short notice
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June 10, 2012, 17:40
Trek's next-generation Madone on show before official release
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April 19, 2012, 10:48
Only 30 produced, €20K each
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March 12, 2012, 16:08
Video of Colnago's disc-equipped C59 and K.Zero
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March 7, 2012, 10:45
Based on their popular top end C59 frameset
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February 1, 2012, 09:55
Lighter than ever with more refinement, slick new features
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January 14, 2012, 22:27
Volagi co-founder, Choi, ordered to pay US$1 in damages
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January 4, 2012, 20:39
Company claims trade secrets were stolen
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December 15, 2011, 06:54
More information on the company's long-awaited debuts
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December 14, 2011, 03:16
Exclusive details, plus what we'd like to see
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December 8, 2011, 20:02
Do you have $14,000 to spare?