Tech News: Bikes, Hubs & Lael Wilcox | Cycling Weekly
Lael Wilcox’s record-breaking cycling journey, a captivating 108-day global trek, is now a must-see YouTube film. This week’s cycling news also highlights Formula Fixed’s exciting new pro Series, designed to revolutionize fixed-gear racing, wiht qualifying events on the horizon—perfect for those seeking a challenge.Plus, Quintana Roo teams up with 4iiii to offer performance upgrades, and Nonplus Components unveils their innovative ULTRA hub, a game-changer for cyclists seeking the lightest hub on the market. For a fresh take, check out the latest cycling gear featured on News Directory 3. Discover what’s next in the world of bikes!
Cycling World Record, Formula Fixed, and New Gear Unveiled
Updated June 05, 2025
Lael Wilcox’s remarkable 108-day, 12-hour, and 12-minute bicycle circumnavigation is now available to watch on YouTube. The film, “Lael Rides around the World,” documents her journey, supported by friends, fans, and Rugile kaladyte. SRAM helped with select showings of the film, which premiered in April at Sea Otter.
Formula Fixed is launching its inaugural Pro Series in winter/spring 2026, preceded by qualifying events this summer. Described as a blend of fixed-gear street racing, gaming, and entertainment, the series aims to redefine cycling. Qualifying events will be held in Washington, D.C. (Chocolate City Criterium, August 17-18) and the Bay Area (Oakland Grand Prix, September 14-15). Athletes 16 and older with fixed gear race experience can register for $100.
Quintana Roo is partnering with 4iiii to offer power meter upgrades on select bike models.This addresses the frequent absence of power meters on factory-built Shimano bikes. The upgrade option will be available on the V-PR, X-PR, SRfive, SRsix, and Service Course models.
Nonplus components has introduced the ULTRA hub, claiming it to be the lightest centerlock hub globally at 190g. The hub set, with SRAM XDR, weighs 187 grams and features enduro ceramic bearings and low-friction coated freehub bodies. Freehubs are available for Campagnolo N3W,Shimano HG,Shimano Microspline,and SRAM XDR. The hubset costs €1,695.00.
QEJA Socks has launched The Race Day Crew, a new line of performance socks. The socks are lightweight, made from Q-CYCLE (recycled tires), and OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certified.
No. 22 Bicycles’ Drifter gravel bike is now available for pre-order.The lineup includes the Drifter X (all-road, 42mm tire clearance) and the Drifter and drifter Adventure (56mm tire clearance, suspension-corrected geometry). The Drifter Adventure features a suspension fork and stouter tube selection. The Drifter frameset starts at $6,199, while the Drifter X and Drifter Adventure start at $6,499.
Look Cycle has unveiled a limited-edition 795 Blade RS in collaboration with artist Jay Kaes.Only 50 hand-painted framesets are available, featuring Kaes’ glitch-pop artwork. Each bundle includes the frame,fork,aero bar-stem,carbon seatpost,limited-edition Keo Blade Ceramic Ti pedals,and an A4 poster. The price is €/£/$10,000.
