Swipe-to-Tint Lenses and the Return of Carbon Braking at Eurobike

Welcome to Velo’s Eurobike coverage, where we share our favorite things we’ve found at the 2026 show. Bikes, components, accessories, and more: if we think it’s cool, you’ll see it. See the rest of our Eurobike coverage.

Whatever rumors there might be about the imminent death of Eurobike, they are easy to forget when you walk the floor. Like every trade show, there are massive booths and major announcements, but the real intrigue often lies in the smaller stalls or the quiet corners of the big displays. Here is what I found on day two of Eurobike 2026.

Prologo aero gloves

Prologo had new aero gloves quietly on display at its booth. The design stems from the existing Prologo MIG, a glove targeted at aero performance in time trials, and retains the long cuff designed to smooth airflow over the wrist.

The new MIG CPC iteration integrates the brand’s Connect Power Control technology to improve bar contact. While Prologo utilizes similar CPC designs on its saddles and handlebar tape, the gloves feature the grip material arranged in a circular pattern across the palm. The goal is to improve aerodynamics while maintaining grip when you are sweating heavily.

As Europe currently navigates a massive heat wave, Prologo is also factoring temperature management into the design. To reflect sunlight and reduce heat buildup, the brand added an Optic White colorway. This coincides with a second fabric option that offers a lighter, more elastic feel.

For more information visit the Prologo website.

Magicshine Di2 lights

The Magicshine Hori line introduces a rare take on how a light should mount. Magicshine already utilizes a female quarter-turn system attached to an action camera interface to hang lights under out-front computer mounts. The Hori system doubles down by adding a second action camera mount directly to the top of the light chassis.

Having a mount on both the top and bottom of the thin, horizontal light creates modularity. You can hang it under an out-front mount and run your head unit above it as usual. Alternatively, you can attach the light directly to your out-front mount, hang an action camera below it, and snap your head unit directly onto the top of the light itself.

Opting for the HORI 1300 Pro adds ANT+ and Di2 integration, along with Magicshine’s FTR sync protocol. If paired with an FTR-enabled taillight, the two units sync for single-button on/off control. From there, you can use ANT+ to form a light network on a Garmin, or program the hood buttons on Shimano Di2 shifters to toggle both lights simultaneously.

For more information visit the Magicshine website.

Sunglasses with a charger

As I wrote that subhead, I realized it is not actually terribly unique in 2026 to have sunglasses that require a charge. The POVEC C1, however, takes a different approach. These are not another set of smart glasses; they are an evolution of photochromic lenses.

Instead of relying on a slow chemical reaction to changing light, the POVEC C1 utilizes solid-state electrochromic lenses that shift instantly when voltage is applied. Slide your finger along the right temple, and the lenses immediately transition from Category 2 to Category 3 light transmission. It is an ideal solution for dark tunnels or navigating heavily shaded descents.

For more information visit the Povec website.

Weren’t we thankful to leave carbon braking surfaces behind?

I vividly remember the feeling of squeezing rim brakes on carbon wheels and merely making a suggestion to eventually stop. That exact memory came to mind when I walked past a set of carbon-ceramic disc brake rotors from Carbonova. I tried to make that joke in the booth, but the language barrier got in the way of both humor and deep technical insight.

According to the brand’s literature, the carbon-ceramic construction is designed for extreme performance situations to eliminate disc brake fade on long descents. However, the messaging at the booth was heavily focused on weight savings, as the system shaves roughly 100 grams per rotor compared to standard steel options.

Unfortunately, I was not able to ride them to see if they actually stop a bike effectively. If you are intrigued, visit the Carbonova website for more info.