There is still not a huge selection of dropper seatposts. The new Race Face Turbine combines the advantages of mechanical and hydraulic technologies. The sleek black design is rounded off with the option of color matching the shifters, and the Turbine also works perfectly in cold weather.

The Canadian manufacturer is fighting for the lightweight crown when it comes to carbon cranksets: the completely redesigned Next-SL Crank weighs a record-breaking 425 grams in its lightest version. For the 2014 season, there are even more innovations in the quiver for efficient pedaling and piloting.

Chris Tutton hit the headlines two years ago when he bought up the financially troubled cult company Race Face. Now Tutton is snapping up the component and wheel specialist Easton.