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Five cool things coming soon from Campagnolo, Scott, Liv, Fidlock and Koo

Another fine selection of bikes, gear and clothing that we're testing at the moment, with full reviews coming soon...

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2021 Wilier Cento 10 SL

Five cool things coming soon from Wilier, Wahoo, Aftershockz, Evoc and FFWD

Another fine selection of bikes, gear and clothing that we're testing at the moment, with full reviews coming soon...

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Bike boom continues at Halfords as retailer raises profit forecast

Cycling sales were up 46 per cent in five weeks to 25 September

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SwiftCarbon Attack G2 Ultegra Di2

SwiftCarbon bikes launch into UK market with a hybrid direct-online / retailer sales model.

South African bike brand has set up shop at Silverstone Sports Engineering Hub

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Five cool things coming soon from Fizik, Pirelli, Giant, Craft and HolyHigh

Some more of the best bikes, gear and clothing we're testing at the moment, with full reviews coming soon...

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Cyclescheme slashes retailer commission rates after industry pressure

UK's largest Cycle to Work scheme provider will also cap value commission charged on at £3,000 from November

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New trade body campaigns on independent bike dealers’ Cycle to Work scheme concerns

Initiative’s “financially unsustainable” commission model will be initial focus of Bicycle Dealers Association

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Amazon denies “Prime Bike” launch and distances itself from connected fitness brand Echelon

It appears Echelon put a bit too much spin on its description of the product

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Five cool things coming soon from Giant, Boardman, Sigma Sport, Birzman and Crankbrothers

Some more of the best bikes, gear and clothing we're testing at the moment, with full reviews coming soon...

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Cyclescheme now claimed to be "unviable" for retailers following change in threshold

Cycle to Work provider looking at changing commission structure following complaints from bike shops that it is hitting margins on higher-value bikes

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Lionel Messi wins nine-year trademark battle against Spanish bike brand Massi

Barcelona star can now use his surname for sports products

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Merlin Malt G2X GRX

Five cool things coming soon from Merlin, Rapha, Shadow Stand, Muc-Off and Topeak

Another selection of the finest and most fascinating things we're testing at the moment, with full test reports coming soon...

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Those looking to buy a bike in London "basically stuffed" at the moment

A “perfect storm” for cycle usage has been compounded by supply issues

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Five cool things coming soon from Ribble, Lake, Pro, IRC and Silca

Some more of the best bikes, gear and clothing we're testing at the moment, with full reviews coming soon...

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Are Bianchi about to launch a revamped Specialissima? 2021 version of legendary race bike leaked on retail sites

It looks like after five long years, Bianchi are about to unveil a fully reworked Specialissima with completely hidden cables. Will we see it in action during the 2020 Tour de France?

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Local Bike Shop Day

Retailers and public urged to get behind Saturday's Local Bike Shop Day

This weekend's event seeks to boost support for independent sector

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Five cool things coming soon from Giant, Condor, BTR, Kinesis and Edco

Some more of the best bikes, gear and clothing we're testing at the moment, with full test reports coming soon...

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Five cool things coming soon from Garmin, Merida, Topeak, Showers Pass and SunGod

Here's another selection of cool stuff we're testing at the moment, with full reviews coming soon...

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Halfords Fix Your Bike

“Nightmare” government Fix Your Bike scheme leaves bike shops waiting for payment

50,000 vouchers worth £50 each were snapped up when scheme launched last month

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Five cool things coming soon from Mavic, Suunto, Kask, Topeak and Maxxis

Some more of the best bikes, gear and clothing we're testing at the moment, with full reviews coming soon...

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Aldi is selling a folding bike for £300 – but if you want one, you’d better act quickly!

Online orders are being accepted now for the German discounter's latest Special Buy

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London bike shop during lockdown

Sales data suggest “consumers cottoned on to the cycling revolution before the government did”

Bike sales up 65 per cent in first three months of lockdown according to market data, with sub-£1,000 bikes the star performers

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Five cool things coming soon from Garmin, Canyon, Continental, Mavic and Ale

Some more of the best bikes, gear and clothing we're testing at the moment, with full reviews coming soon...

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Rapha criticised over Pantani water bottle text’s links to eating disorders

Text described as “extremely irresponsible” by customer who was fat-shamed in his racing days

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Five cool things coming soon from Rapha, Open, Parcours, FLR and Veloflex

The best bikes, gear and kit we're testing at the moment, with full reviews coming soon...

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Five cool things coming soon from dhb, Rose, Topeak, Apidura and Bookman

The best bikes, gear and kit we're testing at the moment, with full reviews coming soon...

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Mondraker launch the Grommy 'e-balance bike'

Made to "inspire a new generation of riders with riding skills and passion", the Grommy is available in 12" or 16" sizes

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Lauf slashes prices by around 25% across range with Direct To You sales

Unique leaf sprung gravel race machines now much lighter on your wallet

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Halfords hits the headlines over 60 store closures – but what’s the reality?

COVID-19 crisis has accelerated retailer’s existing “right-sizing” strategy

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Five cool things coming soon from AbsoluteBlack, Roval, Apidura, Bontrager and Zipp

Some more of the best bikes, gear and clothing we're testing at the moment, with full reviews coming soon...

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