Ollie and Alex are back with another episode of the GCN Tech Show, and this time, they’re diving into a bold claim—the new Toot Black Falcon road bike is being called the fastest road bike in the world! 🚴♂️💨
But is it really that fast?
Our tech experts break down the data, analyse the components, and put the claims to the test. Plus, in Hot Tech, they check out the new integrated FLITEDECK handlebar and discuss Shimano’s latest entry-level groupset that’s set to replace all previous models. 🔧🔥
00:00 Welcome to the GCN Tech Show - Headlines
00:38 Is this the fastest road bike in the world?
03:03 Caveats in the tests conducted
06:00 Similar bike designs
07:05 The components
07:50 Price
08:52 The integrated FLITEDECK Handlebar
10:33 Is the handlebar practical?
12:47 The new Shimano Cues groupset
16:08 Converting Sora to 105
16:41 New Orbea E-road bike
17:24 Canyon’s reduction in packaging waste
19:28 #AD CORE as new channel partner
21:30 Comments of the week
25:58 Bike vault
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