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Ride in the centre of the lane and always wear a helmet – Spain has new cycling rules coming later this week
Ride in the centre of the lane and always wear a helmet – Spain has new cycling rules coming later this week
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Rivals accuse one another of “riding across national borders” during men’s world road race as Tom Pidcock and Michael Matthews blame lack of co-operation; Tributes paid to Katy Marchant after Olympic champion retires + more on the live blog
Rivals accuse one another of “riding across national borders” during men’s world road race as Tom Pidcock and Michael Matthews blame lack of co-operation; Tributes paid to Katy Marchant after Olympic champion retires + more on the live blog
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Tears and catharsis on the Stelvio: Pressing life’s reset button high in the Alps and the Dolomites
Tears and catharsis on the Stelvio: Pressing life’s reset button high in the Alps and the Dolomites
For almost a decade, professional and personal challenges had dominated Madeleine Flint’s life. But two back-to-back cycling trips in the mountains of north-eastern Italy enabled her to pursue an altogether different test… and throw herself into a few town centre fountains
Ekoi PW8 C12 Pro Woven Full Carbon Leather shoes
Ekoi PW8 C12 Pro Woven Full Carbon Leather shoes
A bit weighty, but stunning performance, comfort and quality
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The Zwift Ride with KICKR CORE 2 drops to its lowest price yet for the Zwift Ride Big Weekend Sale! Get the ultimate indoor training set-up and save over £200 with this limited-time deal
The Zwift Ride with KICKR CORE 2 drops to its lowest price yet for the Zwift Ride Big Weekend Sale! Get the ultimate indoor training set-up and save over £200 with this limited-time deal
Readers in Europe can save €200.99 and US readers a huge $300.99 on the RRP of the Zwift Ride with KICKR CORE 2 thanks to this special promotion... you'll have to be quick, as this price will only be around until 28 September!
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Big wheels, new tyres, boutique brands, and a 14-speed groupset: gravel tech is so much more fun than road right now
Big wheels, new tyres, boutique brands, and a 14-speed groupset: gravel tech is so much more fun than road right now
Our round-up from Sea Otter Girona is packed with road and gravel tech goodness
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Near Miss of the Day 947 and 948: Warning letters issued after two close passes on busy, narrow roads
Near Miss of the Day 947 and 948: Warning letters issued after two close passes on busy, narrow roads
Our recurring feature returns with a bumper double submission from Kent
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Look 795 Blade RS 3 Dura Ace Di2
Look 795 Blade RS 3 Dura Ace Di2
Fast, efficient, comfortable and one of the best handling bikes on the market
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offroadcc reader survey 2026 – 1500

Win a Voodoo Canzo mountain bike worth £1,400 just by completing this survey! Tell us what you think of off.road.cc and all things MTB for your chance to win

We want to make off.road.cc even better, and now's your chance to tell us how. Let us know what bikes you ride, where you ride them and more for your chance to win a brand new Voodoo full-susser thanks to the folks at Halfords

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    snake pass temporary restrictions 2022 – via Derbyshire County Council

    Long-term Snake Pass repairs “not likely” before Tour de France visit, council admits after Andy Burnham’s criticism of “crumbling” road amid £100m landslip bill

    However, both the local authority and Tour Grand Départ organisers insist they are “proactively managing” the state of the iconic Peak District climb to ensure it is safe for the peloton

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    Dryden Road closure, Exeter

    Council “putting aside half a million pounds” to make streets less safe, cycling campaigners say as funding to reopen controversial ‘bike only’ road to motorists approved

    Active travel campaigners in Exeter have launched a legal challenge to prevent an upcoming Traffic Regulation Order to reopen the road, closed to drivers since the pandemic, without making it safe for cyclists

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    Doorbell footage of cyclist later mugged by bikejackers in East Dulwich

    Lime and moped riders force cyclist off road and steal bike in “deeply unsettling” attack as London bikejacking reports on the rise

    The victim said he’s still struggling with the “psychological impact” of the mugging, which occurred in broad daylight on his way to Regent’s Park

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    Sigma Sports’ new Wilmslow store 2

    Sigma Sports finally back in profit after “positive year” – but cycling retailer says UK economy will “remain challenging”

    The retailer posted a pre-tax profit of £171,268 in 2025, the first time since 2021 it’s been out of the red

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    The peloton rides underneath Le Château Frontenac, 2026 Grand Prix Cycliste de Québec

    UCI promises to bring in GPS rider trackers “as quickly as possible”, as new equipment framework set up to “avoid excesses compromising safety and fairness” amid ongoing crash study

    The UCI’s management committee said there was a “pressing need to ensure the widespread deployment” of GPS trackers, though failed to provide a timeline for their implementation

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    2025 Rapha Pro Team Shadow Collection

    Rapha’s trading losses more than double and job cuts expected as part of bid to reach “sustainable profitability” by 2027

    The British brand announced a trading loss of £5.6m and a net loss of £25.3m for the year ending January 2026, a result it says is down to a reduced reliance on discounting and promotions

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    Accessible Ayr plans

    Councillors fuming as ‘scrapped’ cycle lanes included in £19.9m active travel plans, after dismay at potential loss of six car parking spaces

    Representatives of South Ayrshire Council believed the cycling infrastructure had been removed completely from the scheme, but were told this week that funding may be withdrawn if bike lanes weren’t included

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    Reviews

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    Sungod Velans 2

    A super clear lens, but somewhat delicate and in a flimsy frame

    £130.00
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    Ampere X-Trail (9)

    Ampere X-Trail

    Impressive hardtail e-MTB for the money

    £1599.00
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    Adidas Kentro Sport Sunglasses

    Good looking glasses that perform well, but lack versatility

    £130.00
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    Ekoi PW8 CrMo Pedals

    Massive surface area and low weight means plenty of pedalling efficiency

    £167.40
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    Thule InLock Universal Panel

    Decent stab at a quiet, light, secure luggage system

    £24.99
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    Thule Shield Pannier 22L with InLock

    Lightweight, quiet and tough way to carry 22L of stuff

    £89.99
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    Redshift Sports Mousetrap Pedal Adaptors

    Brilliant, fast, easy, tool-free conversion enables you to ride SPDs in normal shoes

    £49.99
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    Lezyne Strip Drive Front

    A bright light with a good battery, but an odd form factor

    £40.00
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    Merida Crossway L 300
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    The best cycling gear, reviewed by road.cc and curated for you.

    Merida Silex 8000
    Q36.5 Dottore Hybrid Que Long Sleeve Jersey

    Tech News

    Castelli Gabba Pro off bike

    Castelli brings “game-changing” PFAS-free AirCore fabric to all new Gabba Pro, and two new versions of the Perfetto

    There are now two Perfetto jackets, the warmer and heavier duty Perfetto 4 and the lighter Perfetto Pro, and the classic Gabba jersey/jacket hybrid has had a makeover to incorporate Polartec's windproof and waterproof AirCore fabric

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    Five Cool Things 22 Sept 2026

    Intriguing new tech that makes your mechanical shifting electronic, and a more affordable take on the radar light: Five Cool Things from the CIN Show 2026

    A selection of the most interesting things we saw at the CIN Show, now in its second year with quite a bit more going on than last year's inaugural event

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    Avona Callis 32_-13

    Leon Kaiser wins Sea Otter UCI Gravel race on unreleased 32-inch wheels and bike

    It's a big day for big wheels and tyres

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    Hope x Brompton G-Line-7

    Want to bling your Brompton? Hope has you covered with unreleased products for G-Line bikes

    Hope teases unreleased products for G-Line bikes

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    Buyers Guides

    Best gravel bikes 2026: Our top picks for race, adventure, and everything in between
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    Best flat-pedal shoes 2026 — sturdy, practical kicks for commuting, leisure and urban cycling for all weathers
    Flat shoes buyers guide
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    Indoor cycling — a complete guide for 2026 and everything you need to get started
    Guide to Indoor cycling September 2026
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    Best cycling backpacks 2026 — carry your kit comfortably and securely on daily commutes and weekend adventures
    Best cycling backpacks
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    Best road cycling shoes 2026 — get some light, stiff kicks to help you go faster on the bike
    best road cycling shoes
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    Best cheap cycling computers 2026 — get GPS on the bike for less and record speed, distance + more on a budget
    Best cheap cycling computers
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    Features

    Avinox killer? Gobao’s innovative gearbox motor system is here, Honda enters e-MTB market with retro model, Citi Bike capitalises on slower speeds + more
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    10 controversial gravel and MTB trends that have stuck around for the long haul
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    How to ride massive climbs: Take your cycling up a level with these top tips for tackling mountains and huge hills
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    Boost power and maintain feel: Get the best out of your hydraulic brakes with these handy tips
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    Bickerton Portable: The folding bike built in a stable and heat-treated in an Aga
    Bike at Bedtime – Bickerton Portable Sept 2026
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    Cycling to work, the ultimate commuting checklist — essential kit and extras worth having to ride to work and back
    The ultimate commuting checklist Sept 2026
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    Latest Forum Topics

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    3. Lime and moped riders force cyclist off road and steal bike in “deeply unsettling” attack as London bikejacking reports on the rise

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    Opinion

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    AI is destroying the personality that cycling thrives on

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    Paul Grele-

    Returning to ride in Western Scotland three decades later: A loop that took in breathtaking scenery in Arran, Islay, Oban and Loch Lomond

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    Liam Mercer-

    The final curtain may have fallen on the Ex Enduro, but this unique event will still be spoken about for years to come

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    Steve Thomas-

    Every off-road rider should know the law around rights of way

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    Liam Mercer-

    Bike technology is great, but sometimes mechanical simplicity is digital liberation

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    Ryan Mallon-

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

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