Opinion

There’s nothing like the death of a cyclist to reveal how sickeningly awful some people in your local community can be

George Hill offers his thoughts on some hateful and disturbing comments on social media following the death of a cyclist in his local area
Tue, Mar 31, 2026 17:04
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There’s nothing like the death of a cyclist to reveal how sickeningly awful some people in your local community can be

George Hill offers his thoughts on some hateful and disturbing comments on social media following the death of a cyclist in his local area
Tue, Mar 31, 2026 17:04
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Five old bits of cycling kit that I can’t bring myself to let go of, and sometimes still use

A selection of memories and stories from the biscuit tin of old stuff
Tue, Mar 31, 2026 08:24
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Five old bits of cycling kit that I can’t bring myself to let go of, and sometimes still use

A selection of memories and stories from the biscuit tin of old stuff
Tue, Mar 31, 2026 08:24
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Dear bike industry: Give us more small travel, full-power e-MTBs please!

Liam reckons that the real way to achieve regular bike performance is through reducing suspension travel
Sat, Mar 28, 2026 10:00
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Dear bike industry: Give us more small travel, full-power e-MTBs please!

Liam reckons that the real way to achieve regular bike performance is through reducing suspension travel
Sat, Mar 28, 2026 10:00
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Milan-Sanremo will be regarded as the pinnacle of the Pogačar era – and why cycling’s most dominant rider still inspires devotion

Was Saturday’s epic comeback even better than La Planche des Belles Filles? One extremely passionate Italian fan in London certainly thought so…
Mon, Mar 23, 2026 15:23
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Milan-Sanremo will be regarded as the pinnacle of the Pogačar era – and why cycling’s most dominant rider still inspires devotion

Was Saturday’s epic comeback even better than La Planche des Belles Filles? One extremely passionate Italian fan in London certainly thought so…
Mon, Mar 23, 2026 15:23
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The big cycling app trap: Apps are muting the adventure and exploration of off-road riding

Love them or hate them, mobile apps and platforms of all kinds have had a huge impact on our cycling – and have muted the disconnected sense of adventure and exploration for many riders, according to Steve Thomas
Fri, Mar 13, 2026 14:00
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The big cycling app trap: Apps are muting the adventure and exploration of off-road riding

Love them or hate them, mobile apps and platforms of all kinds have had a huge impact on our cycling – and have muted the disconnected sense of adventure and exploration for many riders, according to Steve Thomas
Fri, Mar 13, 2026 14:00
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The cycling media may be struggling and shrinking… but that’s not an excuse to shill for murderous regimes and crap cycling routes

Cycling media companies need to earn money to survive, but at what cost? George Hill weighs in on a partnership that left him less than impressed
Fri, Mar 06, 2026 16:40
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The cycling media may be struggling and shrinking… but that’s not an excuse to shill for murderous regimes and crap cycling routes

Cycling media companies need to earn money to survive, but at what cost? George Hill weighs in on a partnership that left him less than impressed
Fri, Mar 06, 2026 16:40
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An homage to spring (cleaning): Why March to May is the best time of year to hit the trails

Tell me that hasn’t just felt like one of the longest, wettest winters in memory. It’s been brutal. Finally, days are getting longer and the sun stronger, as we squint into the light and delay wondering how to pedal through another Greenwich Mean Time eve
Fri, Mar 06, 2026 15:15
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An homage to spring (cleaning): Why March to May is the best time of year to hit the trails

Tell me that hasn’t just felt like one of the longest, wettest winters in memory. It’s been brutal. Finally, days are getting longer and the sun stronger, as we squint into the light and delay wondering how to pedal through another Greenwich Mean Time eve
Fri, Mar 06, 2026 15:15
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The MET disbanding its cycling and motorbike safety units has caused outrage, but I don’t think it’s all bad

“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
Sat, Feb 28, 2026 13:00
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The MET disbanding its cycling and motorbike safety units has caused outrage, but I don’t think it’s all bad

“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
Sat, Feb 28, 2026 13:00
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I’ve ridden a 32-inch wheel, and now, I think we’re overlooking its gravelly potential

Although usually found on small-batch or prototype mountain bikes, Liam reckons that 32in hoops are destined for gravel
Fri, Feb 27, 2026 14:00
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I’ve ridden a 32-inch wheel, and now, I think we’re overlooking its gravelly potential

Although usually found on small-batch or prototype mountain bikes, Liam reckons that 32in hoops are destined for gravel
Fri, Feb 27, 2026 14:00
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‘Extreme gravel’ bike tech is certainly intriguing… but it’s not new or unique enough to encourage me to add another bike to my stable (yet)

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
Fri, Feb 20, 2026 16:00
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‘Extreme gravel’ bike tech is certainly intriguing… but it’s not new or unique enough to encourage me to add another bike to my stable (yet)

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
Fri, Feb 20, 2026 16:00
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It’s February, I’ve just bought a short-sleeve jersey… and it’s the best decision I’ve made for a long time

Yep, you’re reading this right… George Hill has some positive things to say for a change
Wed, Feb 18, 2026 17:32
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It’s February, I’ve just bought a short-sleeve jersey… and it’s the best decision I’ve made for a long time

Yep, you’re reading this right… George Hill has some positive things to say for a change
Wed, Feb 18, 2026 17:32
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Rule makers vs rule breakers – does the UCI have any power over regular riders?

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?
Fri, Feb 13, 2026 14:00
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Rule makers vs rule breakers – does the UCI have any power over regular riders?

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?
Fri, Feb 13, 2026 14:00
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The damp finale: Can I ride a 200km Audax 12 months in a row? Ride #12

It was damp, and then it was done. Not a lot more to say than that…
Wed, Feb 11, 2026 09:42
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The damp finale: Can I ride a 200km Audax 12 months in a row? Ride #12

It was damp, and then it was done. Not a lot more to say than that…
Wed, Feb 11, 2026 09:42
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The cycling products I couldn’t live without (certainly during the winter)

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
Tue, Feb 03, 2026 16:18
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The cycling products I couldn’t live without (certainly during the winter)

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
Tue, Feb 03, 2026 16:18
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Mountain biking has become gentrified… but is that progress?

Is it simply evolution, or is it rampant commercialisation? After observing plenty of online chatter on the subject, Steve offers his take
Tue, Feb 03, 2026 10:09
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Mountain biking has become gentrified… but is that progress?

Is it simply evolution, or is it rampant commercialisation? After observing plenty of online chatter on the subject, Steve offers his take
Tue, Feb 03, 2026 10:09
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Mathieu Van Der Poel: The greatest male cyclocross racer of all time? It’s becoming increasingly difficult to make a case for anyone else in history

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
Mon, Feb 02, 2026 14:55
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Mathieu Van Der Poel: The greatest male cyclocross racer of all time? It’s becoming increasingly difficult to make a case for anyone else in history

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
Mon, Feb 02, 2026 14:55
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Orbea’s Rallon RS may be a glimpse into the future of e-MTB… but I just don’t have the cash

Although bright, the future is looking rather expensive, says Mick Kirkman
Fri, Jan 30, 2026 14:00
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Orbea’s Rallon RS may be a glimpse into the future of e-MTB… but I just don’t have the cash

Although bright, the future is looking rather expensive, says Mick Kirkman
Fri, Jan 30, 2026 14:00
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Why Van Rysel’s 100km/h concept bike is good for cycling

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
Thu, Jan 22, 2026 12:55
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Why Van Rysel’s 100km/h concept bike is good for cycling

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
Thu, Jan 22, 2026 12:55
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A ban on drop bars by the organisers of America’s most famous mountain bike race won’t actually solve any problems

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
Mon, Jan 19, 2026 16:15
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A ban on drop bars by the organisers of America’s most famous mountain bike race won’t actually solve any problems

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
Mon, Jan 19, 2026 16:15
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Wearily drudging towards the line: Can I ride a 200km Audax 12 months in a row? Ride #11

The greyest of days and the flattest of routes do not for happy cycling make
Mon, Jan 19, 2026 12:19
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Wearily drudging towards the line: Can I ride a 200km Audax 12 months in a row? Ride #11

The greyest of days and the flattest of routes do not for happy cycling make
Mon, Jan 19, 2026 12:19
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My favourite road tyres ranked (in early 2026)

Liam starts the year by picking from the best tyres he’s ridden
Wed, Jan 14, 2026 13:34
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My favourite road tyres ranked (in early 2026)

Liam starts the year by picking from the best tyres he’s ridden
Wed, Jan 14, 2026 13:34
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Cyclocross is awesome, and every mountain biker needs to watch it

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
Wed, Jan 14, 2026 09:40
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Cyclocross is awesome, and every mountain biker needs to watch it

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
Wed, Jan 14, 2026 09:40
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Why are Manchester United in crisis? Because Sir Jim Ratcliffe is too busy cycling, apparently

‘3-4-3? How about 52×11, Ruben?’
Fri, Jan 09, 2026 19:04
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Fri, Jan 09, 2026 19:04
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You can keep your yellow jerseys, SPOTY prizes, and podcasts – Simon Yates was a proper old-school British bike racer

The Bury climber was Britain’s throwback, underdog superstar who emerged from an era of robotic Sky dominance and did things his own way
Fri, Jan 09, 2026 10:28
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You can keep your yellow jerseys, SPOTY prizes, and podcasts – Simon Yates was a proper old-school British bike racer

The Bury climber was Britain’s throwback, underdog superstar who emerged from an era of robotic Sky dominance and did things his own way
Fri, Jan 09, 2026 10:28
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