The article discusses the emerging excitement surrounding potential new tech stories at the Unbound race, specifically indicating a new Campagnolo gravel groupset seen on Mattia de Marchi's Basso bike. Notable features include design similarities to existing models but with distinct variations, particularly in the rear derailleur. Observations suggest the new groupset may include a 'clutch' mechanism to manage chain tension on rough terrain. This follows a recent Campagnolo groupset reveal at the Giro d'Italia, which suggests shifting innovations are on the horizon for the cycling brand.
The metaphorical hockey stick of tech stories coming out of Unbound is starting to tick upwards, and as we approach the final couple of days before the race, we've spotted what looks to be a new Campagnolo gravel groupset.
Spotted aboard the bike of Italian favourite in the Men's 200, Mattia de Marchi, is what appears to be a new rear derailleur aboard his Basso race bike.
Campagnolo has yet to officially launch that groupset, but even so, having compared the images against De Marchi's bike here, it's clear that this is not that.
A clutch is a mechanism that adds tension to the chain, particularly when riding over rough terrain. In most cases, a lever or button lets the rider engage it for the aforementioned tension increase.
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