In this episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, digital editor Jack Luke grills Simon von Bromley on his experience with Vistar – an all-new drivetrain that neatly integrates Classified’s two-speed hub into a fresh component ecosystem from TRP. 

The pair are joined by MBUK presenter Tom Marvin, who gives his take on the system, having tested Classified for BikeRadar on his gravel bike.

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This week on the BikeRadar Podcast, Jack Luke and Simon von Bromley get stuck into Campagnolo Super Record 13 – the world’s first 2x 13-speed wireless road groupset.

Lighter than the competition, full of smart tech and surprisingly affordable, could Super Record 13 be the comeback Campag fans have been waiting for?

The pair also cover:

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Senior tech ed Alex and video presenter Tom chat all things XTR Di2, from the brand’s removal of wires and internal batteries through to shifter ergonomics and shift performance. Tune in if you want all the juicy insights on Shimano’s latest product.

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In this episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, digital editor Jack Luke takes a super nerdy deep dive into Chris Mehlman's drop bar Pivot Les, which he’ll race at Unbound XL 2025. 

We explore the specifics of his bike setup, including lots of detail on the logic behind his tyre, suspension and bag choices, and how this unconventional approach reflects wider gravel racing tech trends. If you're a fan of big gravel adventures, weird bikes and clever hacks, you won't want to miss this one.

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Mountain bike tyre widths seemed to have plateaued, but could making them wider offer more traction and cushioning, or even make you faster? Some people certainly think so.

In this episode, Tom, Alex and Rob revisit the tyre-width debate, talk through their experiences testing and riding bikes equipped with wider rubber, and discuss the pros and cons.

Have we hit the sweet spot already or is there still room for improvement? Tune in to find out.

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This week on the BikeRadar Podcast, Jack Luke and Simon von Bromley unpack the chubby new direction for road bike tyres. Are 50mm tyres the future or a passing fad?

The pair also cover: 

·         The new Cervélo S5 

·         Standert’s Kreissäge RS – a “circular saw” for chasing KOMs

·         A drunken 1970s cycling adventure

·         Last week’s top content

·         Why saddle packs maybe don’t suck

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The Tech Q&A is back, with Jack Luke and Simon Von Bromley fielding your questions. This time around, the pair cover:

Got a question for a future episode? Drop us a message at [email protected]

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A new 13-speed Campagnolo Super Record groupset has been spotted at the 2025 Giro d’Italia, and it’s more than just an extra cog. From a redesigned rear derailleur and potential 1x compatibility to the long-awaited return of the iconic thumb shifter, this could mark a real turning point for the legendary Italian brand. We dig into what’s new, what’s still to come, and why this matters for Campagnolo’s place in the modern peloton.

https://www.bikeradar.com/news/new-campagnolo-super-record-wireless-groupset-2025-giro

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Lachlan Morton, the winner of the 2024 Unbound 200, is a gravel and adventure riding superstar.

BikeRadar’s Liam Cahill caught up with Lachlan at last week’s Traka, Europe’s biggest gravel race, to take a closer look at his bike.

In this episode, Lachlan talks Liam through his 2025 race rig. You can also watch the video here: https://youtu.be/tuaDfwtRLkU?si=S5Wslp7oJu8dEg7x

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Cannondale has launched a new Synapse endurance bike, with 42mm tyre clearance, an aero-influenced frame, down tube storage and a reimagined SmartSense system that’s, well, much smarter than before.

It’s a bike that, on paper, represents the evolution of the latest endurances bike – a category that’s in rude health.

In this podcast, George Scott quizzes Warren Rossiter on the new Synapse, and the essential features of an endurance bike in 2025.

Read more about the new Cannondale Synapse – https://www.bikeradar.com/news/2025-cannondale-synapse

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