Back in June of 2025, Shimano released XT and Deore-level Di2 drivetrains. The years of waiting for cord-cutting were finally over. Shimano developed a wireless protocol that would allow for hybrid ...

From the moment Shimano launched its 12-speed GRX groupset back in 2023, the question everyone was asking was ‘Where is 1x Di2?’ The Japanese outfit has teased folks, starting with the mechanical and ...

In 1991, Shimano released the first-ever Bantam Curado baitcasting reel to the U.S. market. It was well received, and over the next 27 years, the Curado line underwent seven remodels, each with ...

Shimano's new GRX RX717 components should deliver what OEMs have been crying out for – a serious rival to SRAM's 13-speed, wireless electronic, direct-mount Rival XPLR. GRX RX717 may not have the ...

Shimano followed up their first wireless, and first wide-range 1x electronic GRX Di2 RX820-series gravel groupset, with a new lower-cost GRX Di2 RX710-series. Much like on the MTB side, a slightly ...

With the introduction of the GRX RX717 component lineup, Shimano is bringing robust Di2 electronic shifting to more gravel riders than ever before. That’s the headline as the Japanese electronic ...

This new Shimano GRX Di2 RX717 is what would happen if 105 Di2 road & Deore Di2 mountain had a baby that grew up to rebel against its parents and only ride gravel roads! So now, wireless electronic ...

Shimano has launched the new, more affordable GRX RX717 fully wireless range of gravel components, which will finally see the Japanese brand compete with SRAM's Rival AXS XPLR. It follows Shimano's ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Shimano's XT series mountain bike brakes have been a popular choice for years among riders who want reliable stopping power and proven ...

Is Electronic Shifting Worth It for Amateurs? By Sponsored Post On Jul 11, 2025 Electronic drivetrain systems such as Shimano Di2, SRAM eTap AXS and Campagnolo EPS bring precision, programmability and ...

Shimano recently rejoined the world of electronic MTB shifting after a long hiatus with the release of its latest XTR Di2 groupset. The long overdue release sparked excitement through the MTB ...

This is not the case with Shimano's new Q'Auto system, however, as it draws on the rider's own pedaling power. Designed mainly for urban, trekking and gravel bikes – both regular and electric – Q'Auto ...