Cycling

Super Magnesium is a new alloy created by a startup Allite that promises to be a wonder material for use in cycling, outdoor gear, cars, and a variety of industries. Lighter than aluminum, as strong as carbon fiber, cheaper to make, and better for the planet, this could be the future of manufacturing.

Magnetic Microlights are a new product introduced on Kickstarter that are a designed for cyclists and urban commuters who are looking for a wireless, battery free option for generating light while riding their bikes. Using magnets to create power, the system delivers a bright, steady light that is eco-friendly and safe.

Kupol is the revolutionary new bike helmet that promises to provide a higher level of protection by using 3D printing to improve its design. The helmet reportedly is not only safer than traditional bike helmets, but is more comfortable to wear and provides better ventilation too, all while remaining lightweight.

Launched and funded on Indiegogo, the Wau ebike's high-tech features help it to stand out from the competition, including built-in lights on the front and back, a color LCD touchscreen, and GPS tracking. It also has a range of as much as 60 miles and a pedal-assist speed of 15-20 mph depending on the model.

Retyre is a new concept for bike owners that gives them the ability to zip on new tires to match the terrain they'll be riding on. The tires can be added in under 60 seconds, providing more grip for off-road or winter riding on a bike that isn't traditionally outfitted for those conditions, all without having to remove the existing tires.

The Laserlight Core is a smart projection system for bicycles that's designed for safer cycling. It works by projecting an image of a cyclist 20 feet in front of you as you ride. Think of it as your own attention-grabbing, cycling-themed Bat-Signal, and you won’t be too far wrong!

German ebike manufacturer Riese & Müller has unveiled three new additions to its catalog, including a cargo bike called the Load 75 that has room for an adult and up to three kids. The bike is said to offer 50 percent more cargo space than previous versions while remaining quick and agile out on the road.

Yamaha Power Assisted bikes has combined two of the hottest trends in cycling by creating the Wabash, an electric gravel bike designed for adventure. The ebike features an electric drive system and battery pack, and joins Yamaha's existing lineup of power-assisted bikes, with pricing and availability yet to be announced.

The Park & Diamond Bike Helmet solves the challenges that most cycling helmets have by looking like a baseball cap, but also collapses down to the size of a large water bottle. The helmet is comfortable a while offering a high level of protection from impact, and it is still easy to carry anywhere a rider goes.

Bicycles have come a long way in the past couple decades, but making a bike that’s perfectly customized to each rider’s height, weight, and riding style remains a challenge. Argonaut is changing that.

Yamaha has announced that its line of four Power Assist ebikes are available in North American cycling shops. This marks the first time Yamaha's electric bicycles have gone on sale in the U.S., as the firm works to build out its partnerships with retailers in an effort to deliver the four models to consumers.

The Mir Cyclo 210 is a cycling computer packed with a variety of features, including turn-by-turn navigation; route, distance, and speed tracking; and full on- and off-road maps for Europe. But one of its best features is the "surprise me" option, which tasks the computer with finding random alternate routes to a destination.

The Mate X is an ebike that launched on Indiegogo, promising a range of up to 55 miles on a single charge, while also delivering 750-watts of power, speeds up to 20 mph, and a price tag that won't break the bank. The model has been so successful in fact that it has already raised more than $2 million.

Trek's new Project One Icon site gives cyclists the ability to custom build their bikes right down to the paint job. The process starts with selecting a bike model, then continues to choosing the colors you want to use on it, followed by adding the components you want, with Trek building that exact model to meet the specifications.

The new Stromer ST3 is a high-tech ebike built specifically for urban commuters, offering a range of up to 93 miles and pedal assist speeds of 28 mph. The bike also offers connectivity with smartphones that allows the rider to lock the ST3, activate and alarm, and even locate it using GPS tracking.

At the Eurobike trade show in Germany CeramicSpeed has taken the wraps off an all new drivetrain that could change the future of cycling. Dubbed the "DriveEn," this new gearset does away with the traditional chain used on bikes for decades in favor of a system that uses ceramic bearing to reduce friction and resistance instead.

Both Cannondale and Specialized have taken the wraps off two road bikes, both of which promise to be the fastest either company has ever produced. The new Cannondale SystemSix and Specialized Vende use dramatic gains in aerodynamics to increase speed out on the road, promising to help any rider go faster.

The Fiiz is a new folding bike that uses an advanced design to provide the look and ride of a traditional bike, with all of the convenience and fun of a folding model. It has a quick-release frame that allows it to fold in the middle, reducing it size to make it easy to put in a trunk or store in a closet without compromising performance.

The fifth installment of Nigel Sylvester’s Go series takes viewers on a fun-filled adventure through London and Paris. The video represents a return to form for the pro BMX rider, with a renewed focus on the bike and less time spent behind the wheel of a Ferrari or dangling from a parachute.

Road and mountain bike manufacturer Focus announced the new Paralane2, a road bike that continues to evolve the electric market by introducing a model that weighs less than 29 pounds but features a detachable motor and battery that can drop its weight down to 22 pounds when those components are removed.

VanMoof took the wraps off two new electric bikes with the introduction of the Electrified X2 and Electrified S2, two new models that offer a range of up to 92 miles with a top speed of 19 mph, while also offering anti-theft features, automatic rider detection, and a matrix display for speed and distance.

The Leaos Pressed ebike features a 250-watt, rear-wheel-mounted electric motor; a removable battery pack in the top tube; and tech upgrades such as GPS tracking, smartphone app integrations, an LED lighting system, and cloud supervision -- yet it weighs in at just 31 pounds.