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Top 11 Best Road Bikes For 2025: Amazing Bikes For Every Budget | NERO Show Ep. 112

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Dec 4, 2024
2025 is set to bring exciting innovations in road bikes! Discover the sleek Colnago Y1RS and the ultra-light Scott Addict, which weighs in at just 5 kg. A deep dive into wheel testing reveals surprising results and brand biases. The podcast also explores endurance bikes, highlighting the balance of comfort and aerodynamics. Don't miss insights into the best models for the year ahead, including the Cannondale CAD13 and Polygon Helios A7X, alongside discussions on safety challenges in amateur racing. Tune in for all the bike buzz!
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ANECDOTE

Factor's TT Bike 'Launch'

  • Factor Bikes teased a new bike release, leading to speculation about an aero road bike.
  • It turned out to be a triathlon bike, the Factor Slick, similar to existing triathlon bikes.
INSIGHT

Cycling News Wheel Test Controversy

  • Cycling News tested 18 road bike wheelsets but excluded Chinese brands.
  • This omission raises questions about the test's comprehensiveness, given the popularity and potential competitiveness of these excluded wheels.
ADVICE

Envy Custom Road Recommendation

  • Skip the Colnago C68 and get an Envy Custom Road bike instead.
  • It offers a unique, custom-painted frame made in the USA with two geometry options.
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