Shimano release new Dura-Ace R9100 and R9150 Di2 groupsets
Synchronised Shifting, integrated power meter, wireless connectivity… Shimano’s new Dura-Ace R9100 and R9150 groupsets are their most advanced ever, and have some seriously exciting upgrades
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Madison’s iceBike show open to the public in 2016
The major sports dealer Madison, which distributes cycle and tri brands such as Shimano, Pearl Izumi and Lazer, will open the doors of it’s iceBike show to 220 subscribers and British Cycling members between 27-28 February at Arena:MK
Shimano SH-R321 bike shoes – first look
Japanese giant’s latest ranger-toppers feature heat mouldable soles and an impressively light weight
Shimano 105 5800 clipless pedals review
Shimano 105 5800 clipless pedals tested and rated by our expert reviewer
Shimano R260 bike shoes review
Shimano R260 bike shoes tested and rated by our expert reviewer
Review: Shimano Unzen U10 hydration pack
Brilliant and innovative pack for epic days on the trails
Review: Shimano TR60 SPD-SL triathlon bike shoes
Excellent tri-specific performers for both the bike leg and transition, with super-soft inners for sock-free riding and a wide gap for easy T1 foot entry
Shimano Di2
If super-slick aero framesets were the memorable sight of September’s Eurobike, and German sausage the memorable taste, the memorable sound was a cool R2D2-style motor noise. Everywhere you went, it seemed, you could hear the clicking and whirring of a Shimano Dura Ace Di2 mech being fiddled with. The Di2 adorned nearly every single top-end […]
Shimano WT51
Shimano proudly claim that some of the world’s leading triathletes helped them design their WT51 shoe – and it shows. This shoe boasts both funk and function: the super stiff yet light carbon-fibre sole offers good support to the foot and aids pedaling efficiency, while its sleek good looks mean anyone wearing them looks the […]
Shimano TR51 SPD-SL
Sitting in the middle of their tri-specific range, the TR51 is the latest in a long line of successful shoes from Shimano. Notably, Shimano haven’t deviated from their tried and tested carbon outsole. Although it still offers comparable stiffness, the TR51 isn’t the lowest profile option and makes you feel more detached from the road. […]
Shimano TR31 SPD-SL
Despite a middling price tag, these tri shoes from Shimano offer performance and comfort that’s little different to their more expensive offerings. Upon opening the box, these shoes instantly feel durable and well built; they’ve a glass-fibre reinforced sole that’s relatively stiff and a low profile (if you want the carbon sole, the TR51 will […]
Shimano WH-R561
These 105 wheels are light and good value, which, coupled with Shimano’s legendary reliability, makes them an ideal winter wheel. The 24mm rims offer a smooth, pliable ride for coping with potholes, and also makes them less prone to gusting than deeper hoops. Placing the nipples of the straight-pull spokes (16 front/24 rear) at the […]
Shimano RW80 Winter
You may be questioning the need for parting with your hard-earned cash for a winter-only shoe, particularly one that looks like an army boot. They are a bit chunky, so you’re sure to get a few comments – and a pair of decent overshoes will be almost as good – but bear with us, because […]
Shimano RS80
Shimano first started using superlight alloy rims with a reinforcing layer of carbon fused on top on its non-aero Dura Ace wheels. The fact you’re now getting similar light, but extremely strong, performance at £400 is a big value bonus. While relatively heavy hubs mean overall weight isn’t particularly low, it’s definitely not slow. Sixteen […]
Shimano RS20
This 105 level set-up combines modern looks with traditional bearings for an eye-catching choice. The sidewall spoke insertions and paired lacing are gone; there’s still a 3mm asymmetric drilling offset to reduce dish, but otherwise it’s easily-tuneable business as usual. And the tight and even lacing of the straight pull, butted and bladed spokes never […]
Shimano Ultegra SL
Shimano has tried various types of clipless road pedals, but its latest Look-style versions are definitely the best. Toe-in engagement of the three-bolt cleat is identical to Look’s, but with a much harder, abrupt ‘clack’ in and out, even on the lowest tension setting. On a positive note, the broad body and stiff roll-free feel […]
