The Singletrack Shimano Archive

The name Shimano is probably the most famous brand name in all of cycling, this Japanese brand is simply ubiquitous throughout the industry.

On this page you can browse and access every Shimano story, article and review we’ve ever published that features this most iconic of brands.

Whether you are a 10 year old getting your first bike without stabilisers or a seasoned pro on a bike priced in five figures, it’s a safe bet that the words ‘Shimano’ will be found somewhere on your bike.

Formed in 1921 under the name Shimano Iron Works the ‘Big S’ has shaped the world of cycling with bike designers around the world basing their latest designs around what this giant of a company releases each year.

Each year the latest technological developments trickle down to the gear levels below, effectively meaning this year’s Shimano LX users are riding the technology of the XTR riders just a few years ago.

As big as the brand is there is competition from the likes of SRAM and Campagnolo.

New Shimano Zee 2012 downhill groupset

An entry-level/privateer groupset for downhill racing and other gravity stuff

New Shimano Saint 2013 Groupset

Shimano\'s premier downhill group gets a full redesign and makeover

Shimano Singletrack Classic Weekender ENTRIES NOW OPEN

The most fun event in the MTB calendar is now open for entries. Form an orderly line now please...

Shimano 2013 – New SLX

And, it looks like it\'s going to be as popular as last SLX

Shimano 2013 – Alfine Di2 and other Shimano Tech

No, it\'s not April 1st... Here\'s some genuine electric, offroadable hub gearing! Plus a ramble about other 2013

Shimano 2013 – Bags!

Yep, it\'s all about hydration packs in 2013 for the big \'S\'

Wednesday’s Wild Supposition: Electric Di2 XTR?

Fresh from the Twitterbox of Geoff Kabush, it\'d seem electric shifting is going offroad

Fresh Goods 154

See what happens when we drink coffee before writing this... We go kerayzee!

The Syndicate on Shimano – with video too

After years at SRAM and Rockshox, it\'s all change with the red white and black...

Fresh Goods Friday

Our weekly round up of the arrival of shininess at Singletrack Towers. This week, some reasonably priced Shimano kit, a featherweight saddle, things to keep you warm if you decide...

Eurobike 2011: Cyclocross

Just a few of the cyclocross bikes we saw on our travels...

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Shimano Singletrack Classic Weekender: Video

Sunshine and rain. Fun and laughter.

Weekender Woohoo!

We\'re muddy, sunburned and tired after the Weekender, here are some pics

Shimano Singletrack Classic Weekender Info For Attendees

Read this before you come on over

Shimano Singletrack Classic Weekender: Entries Close Thursday Noon

Get yer name down pronto

Fresh Goods

Shiny, shiny, shiny boots of high tech synthetic fabric, shinier drivetrains, a bike that shuns suspension and more

2012 Shimano XT Launch: M780 drivetrain, pedals, and wheels

Chainset gains a double option, shifting goes Vivid, pedals split into Trail and Race plus new wheelset options

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2012 Shimano XT Launch: M785 Brakes

Our first ride on the new XT groupset, starting with the new XTR-alike brakes

Fresh Goods Friday

Hello. You’re through to Singletrack. The editorial office have all gone off on press trips and aren’t available right now. We’ve managed to round up a selection of fresh goods...

Shimano Singletrack Classic Weekender: The Prizes

Shimano stuff in excess of £4400!

Shimano Singletrack Classic Weekender: What Bike For..?

Yes, and what tyres.

Shimano Singletrack Classic Weekender: Why You Should Do It

Let us count the reasons

Shimano Singletrack Classic Weekender: The XC Stuff

Course clues and race format explanation

Shimano Singletrack Classic Weekender: Accommodation FAQ

Info for campers and non-campers

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Fresh Goods

New XTR bits, big wheeled Giant bikes, new SLX, Kashima Fox shock

Shimano Singletrack Classic Weekender: Event Timetable

What\'s happening when.

Shimano Singletrack Classic Weekender – The Downhill Video

Top secret new course.

Shimano Singletrack Classic Weekender: OrientBeering

Yes, it involves beer.

Shimano Singletrack Classic Weekender – The Trials Video

If the word ‘trials’ conjures up images of Danny MacAskill pulling backflips off trees and riding incredibly narrow railings with massive drops to the side, then you shouldn’t let the...

Sea Otter: ‘Shimano’ Electronic Shifting for MTBs

Not from Shimano though, from Ki2Bikes who chop up Dura Ace stuff for you.