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“That’s why we needed barriers!” Fuming local crosses road in front of charging peloton during final kilometre of Tour of Britain stage
“That’s why we needed barriers!” Fuming local crosses road in front of charging peloton during final kilometre of Tour of Britain stage
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20mph speed limits “bad for drivers’ mental health,” claims Mr Loophole; Cyclist ‘attacked’ by fellow pros over “wild west” doping video; London mayor hopeful vows to end ‘war on motorists’… then rides bike; Tour of Britain; Vuelta + more on the live blog
20mph speed limits “bad for drivers’ mental health,” claims Mr Loophole; Cyclist ‘attacked’ by fellow pros over “wild west” doping video; London mayor hopeful vows to end ‘war on motorists’… then rides bike; Tour of Britain; Vuelta + more on the live blog
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Bike technology is great, but sometimes mechanical simplicity is digital liberation
Bike technology is great, but sometimes mechanical simplicity is digital liberation
Liam's ridden wireless and electronic for ages, but after spending a year with a mechanical setup, he's not quite the convert, finding liberation in simplicity
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Funding to borough suspended after mayor removes £230,000 segregated cycle lane… without telling authorities
Funding to borough suspended after mayor removes £230,000 segregated cycle lane… without telling authorities
"You cannot expect Londoners to pay for active travel schemes, then pay to rip them out"
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“Making America Beautiful Again”: New Trump order could open up National Parks for e-bikers, Lime hits 1 million journeys in the West Mids + more
“Making America Beautiful Again”: New Trump order could open up National Parks for e-bikers, Lime hits 1 million journeys in the West Mids + more
Could Trump be making things better for US e-bikers? Plus versatile eMTB frame proposal, 1 million Lime trips in West Midlands, and more.
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The best-looking e-bike conversion kit yet? A first ride on the stealthy new DUO Wheel system
The best-looking e-bike conversion kit yet? A first ride on the stealthy new DUO Wheel system
Why spend thousands on another bike when you can get the assistance you need on the bike you already have? The new DUO Wheel System promises just that, without the bulk of other conversion kits
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“Accidents do happen, that’s life”: Geraint Thomas says “everyone in cycling wants to improve safety” but warns “it’s always been a dangerous sport”
“Accidents do happen, that’s life”: Geraint Thomas says “everyone in cycling wants to improve safety” but warns “it’s always been a dangerous sport”
"I wouldn’t discourage people from riding just because there’s cars and stuff around. But as I said before it’s all about confidence and knowing what you’re doing and where you’re going."
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Factor’s all new Elara may have just set the new benchmark for modern gravel race bikes
Factor’s all new Elara may have just set the new benchmark for modern gravel race bikes
Built to combine road bike handling and gravel capability, the Elara is all about agility and going as fast as physically possible off-road
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Ezra Caudell

“I could see straight away that it was bad. He just wasn’t moving”: Pro cyclist to seek therapy after 19-year-old Ezra Caudell’s horror crash

Teenage American pro Caudell suffered “multi-system trauma” after crashing into a lamppost at the Philadelphia Cycling Classic

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    Cyclist without helmet on Park Street, Bristol

    Motorists accuse council of “ignoring road safety in its cycling propaganda” – for posting photo of cyclist not wearing a helmet

    “Do you wear a helmet in your car? It’s safer”

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    Members of the public tackle bike thief in London

    “Well done to the public”: Thief who used angle grinder to steal bike in broad daylight stopped by police… after being tackled by passers-by

    The Home Office praised the “firm helping hand” of a member of the public after the bike thief was caught on a busy London street

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    Primera Sports closed down in Bournemouth

    “There was never any doubt the bikes would not be returned”: Shuttered shop responds to customers’ claims their bikes were “locked inside” and “stolen” after sudden closure

    Bournemouth-based Primera Sports say they are working to return the serviced bikes to all customers, after one cyclist even reported his bike as stolen to the police and another described the closure as a “scam”. However, they admitted they cannot issue refunds to those who paid deposits

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    Deliveroo rider’s illegally modified e-bike

    Banned drug driver convicted again… for riding illegally modified 58mph bike (and not wearing a helmet)

    After being disqualified from driving earlier this year, Wayne Collison bought a modified Carrera bike with a twist throttle and 2,000-watt electric motor “off Amazon”

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    Trim Road cycle lane, Navan, Co Meath

    “Massive” cycle lanes “taking over the streets”, claims Irish MP – in town where only 1km of bike paths have been built in a decade

    Aontú leader Peadar Tóibín also complained that car parking spaces were “disappearing” in Navan, prompting cycling campaigners to note that there are still 3,600 parking spots in the town centre

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    Stepney Green Critical Mass protest, September 2026 main

    “A car is also a weapon”: Calls for mandatory lifetime bans for “killer motorists” as driver charged with murder following cyclist’s death

    “People who cycle should not have to fear for their lives every time they use the roads,” one campaigner said during a protest attended by 1,500 cyclists

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    Tadej Pogacar recovering after race-ending crash at 2026 Vuelta

    Tadej Pogačar’s collarbone surgery successful after crashing out of Vuelta in red jersey – but timeline for racing return still unclear

    The world champion will remain in hospital in Barcelona for a few days for monitoring, his UAE Team Emirates squad confirmed on Monday evening

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    Reviews

    2026-Miss-Grape-Cluster-2-Road-waterproof-seatpack-2-litre.jpg

    Miss Grape Cluster 2 waterproof seatpack

    Versatile pack bridges the gap between everyday saddle bag and lightweight tourer, let down only by its premium price

    £99.99
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    Teravail Updraft Light and Supple

    Fast rolling rubber for hardpacked surfaces and allroad

    £69.99
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    Roxform Stride S

    Practical accessories, decent components and a smooth ride for its bargain price tag

    £1250.00
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    Roval Rapide CLX III wheelset

    Fast, light and uncannily stable for their depth - a genuinely brilliant race wheelset

    £2998.00
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    BBB Cycling ARC Flux

    Excellent all round with a secure fit for smaller faces

    £113.95
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    Lusso Womens Paragon Signature CB Bib Shorts

    Good compression, good comfort and a superb easy-pee design

    £160.00
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    Lezyne Pro Sensor Pair

    Does the job, but If the Pro Sensor Pair was half the price it would be a lot easier to recommend

    £49.00
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    Castelli Espresso 2 Cap Unisex

    Summer cap provides UV protection with impressive wicking and breathability

    £27.00
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    Merida Crossway L 300
    Berk Lupina Short 144 Saddle

    The best cycling gear, reviewed by road.cc and curated for you.

    Merida Silex 8000
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    Tech News

    2026 BleeqUp Rover AI sports glasses worn with bike helmet, tapping temple

    “The world’s first AI sports companion built into eyewear”: BleeqUp Rover wants to be your co-pilot

    AI sports glasses promise to record your rides, spot danger, monitor fatigue and even automatically turn your ride into a visual story

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    LeBron James custom Canyon Grizl

    “Every part we made for him taught us something we’ll use again”: Canyon unveils custom Grizl gravel bike with 32″ wheels specially made for basketball legend LeBron James

    Teased by the man himself yesterday (all 6"9 of him), this custom creation presented an engineering challenge like no other according to the German brand

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    2027 Scott Addict Gravel riding Photo © Scott Sports : Moritz Ablinger : Daniel Geiger

    Scott re-invents Addict Gravel with big tyre clearance, increased comfort and lighter frame

    Top-level frame hits the scales at a claimed 794g, while the five-model range starts at £2,499

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    2027 Pinarello X Series action, two bikes

    Pinarello revamps X Series endurance bikes with more tyre clearance, frame storage and a new flexing seatpost

    Italian brand’s second-generation endurance range gains space for tyres up to 40mm, integrated down tube storage and a new 10mm-flex seatpost, while retaining the same comfort-focused geometry

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    Buyers Guides

    Best road cycling shoes 2026 — get some light, stiff kicks to help you go faster on the bike
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    Best cheap cycling computers 2026 — get GPS on the bike for less and record speed, distance + more on a budget
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    Best MTB sunglasses 2026: Top eyewear for gravel and mountain biking
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    Best road bikes under £2000 2026 — our pick of the best road bikes balancing performance and value
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    Best gravel wheels: Find fresh speed and finer handling with our pick of the top wheelsets for gravel riding
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    Best gravel bikes 2026 — off-road and adventure-ready steeds to take you from tarmac to trail
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    Features

    Is cycling’s doping problem about to hit ultra racing? Why an elite ultra cyclist is increasingly concerned about the lack of testing in this growing discipline
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    The revolution and evolution of XC: How cross-country racing has changed in the UK and beyond
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    “County lines on wheels?” Ipswich abandons hire e-bikes after ‘safety’ concerns, Bafang launches powerful new motor, 16m micromobility trips in west of England plus more
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    Parcours carbon gravel wheels down to just £509 at Sigma Sports, save £132 on the Insta360 GO 3S cycling bundle, half price High5 nutrition + more
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    British Cycling has finally embraced gravel but is it too late?
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    Gravel bike vs MTB: The bike genre lines are more blurred than ever, so which one is actually best for cycling on gravel?
    Surly Sorceress vs Ganyon Grizl
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    1. “The world’s first AI sports companion built into eyewear”: BleeqUp Rover wants to be your co-pilot

    2. “I could see straight away that it was bad. He just wasn’t moving”: Pro cyclist to seek therapy after 19-year-old Ezra Caudell’s horror crash

    3. “Every part we made for him taught us something we’ll use again”: Canyon unveils custom Grizl gravel bike with 32″ wheels specially made for basketball legend LeBron James

    4. Motorists accuse council of “ignoring road safety in its cycling propaganda” – for posting photo of cyclist not wearing a helmet

    5. Scott re-invents Addict Gravel with big tyre clearance, increased comfort and lighter frame

    6. “Well done to the public”: Thief who used angle grinder to steal bike in broad daylight stopped by police… after being tackled by passers-by

    7. Pinarello revamps X Series endurance bikes with more tyre clearance, frame storage and a new flexing seatpost

    8. “There was never any doubt the bikes would not be returned”: Shuttered shop responds to customers’ claims their bikes were “locked inside” and “stolen” after sudden closure

    Opinion

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    The Alaphilippe effect: How France’s charming pyromaniac and his stunning 2019 season defined cycling’s in-between era

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    Julian Alaphilippe: the man who made the world yearn

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    VecchioJo-

    I cannot wheelie. I cannot ride with no hands. I am s**t at bikes.

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    Steve Thomas-

    The fall of Raleigh is a British cultural tragedy: To me and many other riders of my generation, this feels personal

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    George Hill-

    Sometimes, cyclists can be a**eholes too — and it’s OK to say that

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    Jack Sexty-

    What happens when a social media influencer gets pulled over on his heavily modified electric motorbike by undercover police dressed as roadmen? Yet more confusion and mixed messages about the legality of e-bikes

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