Opinion
“Madness”, “potentially serious consequences”… while some politicians and transport experts fear the worst over the Met’s ‘reorganisation’ and scrapping of its cycle safety team, George Hill is trying to see the positives
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George Hill
“Madness”, “potentially serious consequences”… while some politicians and transport experts fear the worst over the Met’s ‘reorganisation’ and scrapping of its cycle safety team, George Hill is trying to see the positives
George Hill
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Although usually found on small-batch or prototype mountain bikes, Liam reckons that 32in hoops are destined for gravel
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Liam Mercer
Although usually found on small-batch or prototype mountain bikes, Liam reckons that 32in hoops are destined for gravel
Liam Mercer
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Full suspension, aero, progressive, electric and eccentric gravel bike makers seem to be going off on some interesting tangents. They might be onto something but the marketing hype is strong, says Steve Thomas
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Steve Thomas
Full suspension, aero, progressive, electric and eccentric gravel bike makers seem to be going off on some interesting tangents. They might be onto something but the marketing hype is strong, says Steve Thomas
Steve Thomas
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Yep, you’re reading this right… George Hill has some positive things to say for a change
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George Hill
Yep, you’re reading this right… George Hill has some positive things to say for a change
George Hill
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We’re constantly bombarded by new rules and regulations by the likes of the UCI & British Cycling, but should we be the slightest bit bothered or impeded by them?
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Steve Thomas
We’re constantly bombarded by new rules and regulations by the likes of the UCI & British Cycling, but should we be the slightest bit bothered or impeded by them?
Steve Thomas
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It was damp, and then it was done. Not a lot more to say than that…
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dave atkinson
It was damp, and then it was done. Not a lot more to say than that…
dave atkinson
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We all have things we swear by for tackling the worst of the weather outside on the bike. Here are the essential bits of kit that keep me riding all year round
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Paul Grele
We all have things we swear by for tackling the worst of the weather outside on the bike. Here are the essential bits of kit that keep me riding all year round
Paul Grele
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Is it simply evolution, or is it rampant commercialisation? After observing plenty of online chatter on the subject, Steve offers his take
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Steve Thomas
Is it simply evolution, or is it rampant commercialisation? After observing plenty of online chatter on the subject, Steve offers his take
Steve Thomas
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Surely with his eighth title now in the bag, there has been no better men’s cyclocross racer than Mathieu van der Poel? Steve makes the cases for and against
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Steve Thomas
Surely with his eighth title now in the bag, there has been no better men’s cyclocross racer than Mathieu van der Poel? Steve makes the cases for and against
Steve Thomas
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Although bright, the future is looking rather expensive, says Mick Kirkman
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Mick Kirkman
Although bright, the future is looking rather expensive, says Mick Kirkman
Mick Kirkman
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You’ll never see Van Rysel’s FTP^2 on the road, but as a fully functioning concept that fuses extreme aerodynamics, electric-assisted performance and total system integration, it dares to rethink what cycling can be. Here’s why that’s A Good Thing
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Mat Brett
You’ll never see Van Rysel’s FTP^2 on the road, but as a fully functioning concept that fuses extreme aerodynamics, electric-assisted performance and total system integration, it dares to rethink what cycling can be. Here’s why that’s A Good Thing
Mat Brett
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Famously won on a drop barred MTB last year, the organiser behind the Leadville 100 has announced its ban on curly bars… but is this a positive step? You might be able to guess Matt Page’s answer already
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mattpage
Famously won on a drop barred MTB last year, the organiser behind the Leadville 100 has announced its ban on curly bars… but is this a positive step? You might be able to guess Matt Page’s answer already
mattpage
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The greyest of days and the flattest of routes do not for happy cycling make
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dave atkinson
The greyest of days and the flattest of routes do not for happy cycling make
dave atkinson
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Liam starts the year by picking from the best tyres he’s ridden
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Liam Cahill
Liam starts the year by picking from the best tyres he’s ridden
Liam Cahill
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Cyclocross is the original form of pure off-road bike racing, and it’s some of the best bang for buck action you’ll ever see, or even try. Don’t miss out this winter
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Steve Thomas
Cyclocross is the original form of pure off-road bike racing, and it’s some of the best bang for buck action you’ll ever see, or even try. Don’t miss out this winter
Steve Thomas
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‘3-4-3? How about 52×11, Ruben?’
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Ryan Mallon
‘3-4-3? How about 52×11, Ruben?’
Ryan Mallon
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The Bury climber was Britain’s throwback, underdog superstar who emerged from an era of robotic Sky dominance and did things his own way
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Ryan Mallon
The Bury climber was Britain’s throwback, underdog superstar who emerged from an era of robotic Sky dominance and did things his own way
Ryan Mallon
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When it comes to how UK cyclists are portrayed in the wider media, 2026 hasn’t got off to the best start according to our columnist George Hill
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George Hill
When it comes to how UK cyclists are portrayed in the wider media, 2026 hasn’t got off to the best start according to our columnist George Hill
George Hill
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e-mountain bikes are becoming the standard but it’ll be a long time before Liam makes the permanent switch
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Liam Mercer
e-mountain bikes are becoming the standard but it’ll be a long time before Liam makes the permanent switch
Liam Mercer
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A generation of world-class talent is emerging, just in time for the Tour de France’s return to Britain in 2027. But is it in danger of being ignored by the British sporting public?
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Ryan Mallon
A generation of world-class talent is emerging, just in time for the Tour de France’s return to Britain in 2027. But is it in danger of being ignored by the British sporting public?
Ryan Mallon
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Hybrid bikes capable of going off-road have been around for years, and could perhaps be considered the original gravel bikes, or even the first of the big wheel mountain bikes. So, why did they never really take off among serious riders?
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Steve Thomas
Hybrid bikes capable of going off-road have been around for years, and could perhaps be considered the original gravel bikes, or even the first of the big wheel mountain bikes. So, why did they never really take off among serious riders?
Steve Thomas
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Croissant-powered for the fastest ride so far
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dave atkinson
Croissant-powered for the fastest ride so far
dave atkinson
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Arguably 2025’s biggest bike tech trend, electric pumps take the effort out of tyre inflation. That’s all well and good, but I still reckon regular pumps are better
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Liam Mercer
Arguably 2025’s biggest bike tech trend, electric pumps take the effort out of tyre inflation. That’s all well and good, but I still reckon regular pumps are better
Liam Mercer
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Michael might not be buying into all of the latest trends, so it’s a good job that some older tech is making a comeback. Just with newer names…
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Michael Drummond
Michael might not be buying into all of the latest trends, so it’s a good job that some older tech is making a comeback. Just with newer names…
Michael Drummond
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They’re small and have hardly been changed in 35 years… but are two-bolt cleats as we know them really the best way of engaging with a pedal?
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Steve Thomas
They’re small and have hardly been changed in 35 years… but are two-bolt cleats as we know them really the best way of engaging with a pedal?
Steve Thomas
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