Did Tadej Pogačar Just Get Free Speed? Colango Cuts Half a Kilo from Its TT Bike

Colnago Unveils the TT2,  a Refined Version of Its Flagship Time Trial Bike

For the close observer, Tadej Pogačar was on a brand new prototype time trial bike from Colnago this Tuesday at the Tour de Romandie prologue.

The TT2, as it is called, is an attempt by the brand to trim the proverbial fat from its time trial platform, while retaining its aerodynamic performance. The weight of the TT1 has been a persistent issue for Pogačar and Team UAE ever since it was introduced. While it has been ridden to tremendous results, there are a few key moments where the relative heaviness of the bike has hampered Pogačar.

One notable example of this came in the Tour de France in 2023. Pogačar was in a tense battle with Jonas Vingegaard for two weeks at the Tour, only to be undone by the stage 16 time trial. Vingegaard, buoyed by the lighter Cervelo TT bike, crushed Pogačar. A big reason why was that Vingegaard outperformed the climb towards the end of the time trial, riding the climb on his time trial bike and taking time on Pogačar, who had to change to his road machine.

The partnership with Enve did reduce the overall system weight, but still, the TT2 trims a very significant 550 grams from the frame, while also offering two-watts of aerodynamic improvements at 50 kph, and adjusting the stack height to provide a solid modern time trial position with fewer spacers.

Currently, the TT2 is still a prototype being raced by Team UAE Emirates and UAE ADQ, with a scheduled launch for consumers coming in September of 2026.

Škoda unveils the DuoBell, a bike bell that cuts through noise-cancelling headphones

As headphone technology gets better, the risk of collisions between cyclists and pedestrians grows, as calls and bells from passing cyclists can get blocked by noise-cancelling headphones. Škoda, the European auto manufacturer, has innovated a bell that is meant to combat that by using a specific frequency to “trick” noise cancellation software.

The bell is not louder; instead, it has been developed to be pitched differently from a conventional bell. Through lab work done by scientists from the University of Salford in collaboration with Škoda Auto, the team found that an acoustic bell that can hit a note between 750 and 780 Hz can cut through even the most finely tuned ANC headphone filters that modern headphones use for noise cancellation.

Additionally, the bell uses an additional resonator set at a higher frequency that hits the bell at rapid, irregular intervals that are too quick for ANC filters to process. That dual attack is where the DuoBell name comes from. All told, in real-world testing, they found that the bell created a 22-meter increase in reaction time when used against ANC-activated noise-cancelling headphones.

The DuoBell is not yet available for purchase, but you can learn more about the prototype process here.

OrNot Cargo Bibs bring big pockets and new fabrics to its much-loved shorts

OrNot Bike has a brand new pair of bib shorts. The cycling clothing manufacturer based in San Francisco, California, specializes in versatile clothes built for the variable weather conditions around the Bay Area. The OrNot Cargo Bibs have been one of the brands marquee pieces.

The most recent upgrade sees the brand expand the carrying capacity of the pockets, employ a recycled compression fabric, and introduce a new high-density chamois for improved comfort and breathability, among other upgrades made to the bibs. The pockets are one of the clear selling points, as the side pockets “disappear” when not in use. Oftentimes, the cargo pockets are a different material. That is not the case with the OrNot Cargo Bibs, as the brand uses the same thin, pliable fabric on the pockets, too.

Additionally, the women’s bibs have a drop tail design to allow for easy nature breaks without taking off the rider’s jersey or bib straps.

The bibs have an MSRP of $228 and are available in Black, Midnight Blue, Slate, and Plum colors.

Polygon Releases the Strattos: All-Road for All Riders

Polygon, the value-driven brand from the UK, has a brand new all-road bike. The Strattos 7 is an endurance-leaning all-road bike, with tire clearance up to 34mm. The main selling point of the carbon bike is the price, with price points starting at €1999 for Shimano 105 builds, and going to €2999 for a full Ultegra Di2 build.

Beyond the price point, the Strattos is meant to be highly serviceable and very accessible. That means classic choices like a T47 bottom bracket, a 27.2 seatpost, a UDH-compatible derailleur hanger, and flat-mount disc brakes. Additionally, Polygon has adjusted both the standard handlebar width and crank length to match modern expectations, with 165mm cranks on XXS–S frames, 170mm on M–L, and 172.5mm on XL–XXL frames. For cockpit choices, the bike comes with handlebars 380, 400, and 420mm wide with 90-120mm stem options.

Miche unveils two sets of entry-level carbon wheels

Italian component company Miche has introduced a few sets of new carbon wheels called the Asfalto and Sterrato. The wheels are positioned as the new entry point into Miche’s carbon line-up.

The Asfalto, which roughly translates to Asphalt in English, is, as you may have guessed, is the new carbon road wheelset. That wheelset weighs in at 1,680 grams, has a 22 mm inner rim width, 45mm deep, and has a 24 stainless steel spoke construction. The Sterrato is the gravel option, weighing in at 1695 grams with a more robust 25mm of internal width, the same 45mm deep rim profile, and a 24/28 spoke construction for added strength in the rear.

The price for the wheelset is listed as €800 for the Asfalto and €900 for the Sterrato.

Woom launches the “Woom Exchange,” a certified marketplace to keep premium kids’ bikes in circulation

The premium kids bike company Woom has announced a new exchange program that allows Woom owners to resell their Woom bikes on an official, branded resale marketplace. This program is billed as a means for the premium kids’ bikes to be passed on to new owners as kids grow and change bike sizes, while also keeping the high-end products in circulation and out of the landfill.

“Woom has always been about supporting families throughout their riding journey,” said Lindsey Yosha, Head of Marketing, North America. “With Woom Exchange, we’re creating a premium resale experience for families to pass bikes along, offering secure transactions, guaranteed payouts, dedicated support, and flexible options like cash or credit toward their next Woom bike. In doing so, we extend the life of every bike and open the door for more kids to experience the joy of riding.”

While the program ultimately is a refined version of Facebook Marketplace, having a verified marketplace allows for a streamlined process. Sellers can quickly list bikes they’re ready to part with and list the product’s condition. Buyers will be able to compare prices, and once an item sells, sellers can redeem their earnings as cash or opt for credit toward their next Woom bike or product.

The Woom Exchange will open in phases starting in mid-May.