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“My husband said I made it look too easy. But I was having a great time”: North Coast 500 record breaker Caroline Livesey on Scottish downpours, rescue rice puddings, and the joy of cycling

“Who wouldn’t want to go out for a bike ride and get cheered on as they’re riding, you know?”

Fri, Jun 26, 2026 17:34
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A new do-it-all e-bike from Amflow, Halfords profits soar, New Jersey latest to attempt bike licensing and registration system + more

This week we're looking at three intriguing new e-bikes, poring over Halfords' healthy profit margins, and heading stateside for some disappointing yet typical bike licensing news (will they ever learn?)

Fri, Jun 26, 2026 13:40
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Is this the electric cargo bike of the future, now? A first ride on the Tarran L1s that may just revolutionise carrying stuff by bike

It's fair to say Richard has been rather impressed with the pre-production Tarran L1s that he managed to get his hands on. Read on for all the details and an early verdict

Wed, Jun 24, 2026 11:56
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The best Amazon Prime Day deals for cyclists: Lowest prices ever on Continental GP5000 tyres, Parktool chain cleaner and Muc-Off Nano Tech, Wahoo Elemnt Bolt V3 computer and Speedplay pedal deals, huge hydration discounts + lots more

There are big savings to be had on products from Garmin, Wahoo, Continental, Endura, and more

Tue, Jun 23, 2026 15:47
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How to survive hot summer rides — protect your skin, hydrate and pick the right clothing to make the most of summer on the bike

It can get mighty toasty out there, even here in the UK. Here's how to stay protected and comfortable

Tue, Jun 23, 2026 14:00
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Bosch unveils its first hub motor, semi-pro wins Voi Bike Challenge at Nocturne crit race, Florida sets close pass law + more

Bosch's first-ever hub-based motor, Voi crit, and e-bike-related updates from Oxfordshire and Florida feature in this week's round-up

Fri, Jun 19, 2026 12:20
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The 2012 SOMEC Falkon 1.2 that helped secure a veteran’s championship title against some formidable ex-pros

"Be motivated like the falcon, hunt gloriously." A quote from Rumi, the 13th-century Persian poet...

Sun, Jun 14, 2026 21:45
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Save over £1,500 on the Van Rysel RCR road bike with electronic shifting, Giant carbon wheels down to £585, Giro Cielo Mips helmet for less than half price + more

Road bikes, carbon wheels, bike computers, clothing, helmets and more, all feature at far less than full retail in this week’s Dealclincher roundup

Fri, Jun 12, 2026 11:59
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Free update for Yamaha e-bikes, Lime increases fleet for US footie fans, Voi weighs in on London parking debates + more

Lime is offers “valets” for US footie fans, Voi wants operators to unite, and NYC brings charging units to the city’s sidewalks...

Fri, Jun 12, 2026 11:23
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Bizarre race names, silly calendar tweaks, and tech overhauls: Pro cycling changes that worked (and those that didn’t)

Wherefore art thou, Tour Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes?

Wed, Jun 10, 2026 16:17
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A closer look at Jill Scott’s custom Mercian Ventura Allroad for her gruelling 388-mile Sport Relief challenge

The former England midfielder is currently cycling and running some mega distances on her quest to get from Wembley to the Stadium of Light by Friday. Here's some more info on the bike she's using

Wed, Jun 10, 2026 13:55
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Everyone is talking about 32-inch wheels… but can you actually buy 32-inch bikes and kit right now? Here’s everything we know about that caters for cycling’s trendiest new wheel size

Fancy a dip into the 32-inch wheel waters? Here's most of the 32-inch gear we know of that's readily available, including bikes, tyres and wheels

Tue, Jun 09, 2026 12:33
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The mini Tour de France provides maximum bike tech goodness – mega tech gallery from the race formerly known as the Critérium du Dauphiné

New bikes, bikes stripped of their paint, retro bikes, very shiny bikes, heavily modified bikes... once again, the race with a new name that will never catch on proved fruitful when it comes to sweet pro bike tech

Mon, Jun 08, 2026 16:34
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An ode to Charlie Cunningham, a true unsung OG of mountain biking – with words from Gary Fisher, Tom Ritchey, Charlie Kelly and Joe Breeze

This is a tip of the hat to Charlie, with a little help Gary Fisher, Tom Ritchey, Charlie Kelly and Joe Breeze

Mon, Jun 08, 2026 14:00
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This Hetchins Magnum Opus De Luxe is a modern(ish) retro beauty

Although visually similar to the original 1950s classic, this one was built brand new in 1997, and rides like the thoroughbred it is!

Sun, Jun 07, 2026 21:45
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Ridley isn’t done with climbing bikes – new lightweight prototype spotted at the Dauphine

The bike might just be a faster version of the Specialized Aethos

Sun, Jun 07, 2026 13:57
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Orbea’s prototype aero bike has a hand-drawn disguise

The designers got the crayons out to hide the details...

Sun, Jun 07, 2026 12:21
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A New, Aero-Looking Van Rysel RCR-Pro Spotted At Criterium du Dauphine

The new bike features a host of changes

Sun, Jun 07, 2026 11:25
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Cube’s prototype aero road bike might be the cheapest 2026 Tour de France bike

The prototype features significant changes from Cube's affordable aero racer

Sun, Jun 07, 2026 08:06
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What type of mountain bike helmet is best for you? A deep dive into cross-country, trail, full face and convertible helmets

From cross-country to full face, here’s every type of MTB helmet explained with help from ABUS

Fri, Jun 05, 2026 16:00
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E-bike operators including Lime and Forest slapped with £210,000 in fines for sloppy parking, plus Mercian is making an e-bike, Bosch launches certification system + more

We've heavy fines for Lime and Forest, but a lighter bike from Tenways for you in this week's round-up of all things e-bike

Fri, Jun 05, 2026 12:04
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“We did 10 miles on our first ride and couldn’t walk”: The father and son who cycled around the world as “complete novices”… and who still don’t identify as cyclists

Riding a bike around the world for over a year is tough enough. Now imagine doing it with your dad…

Thu, Jun 04, 2026 16:59
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Nine things I wish I knew before I started mountain biking

From becoming an accidental gear hoarder to finding out just how pricey the sport can be, here's what Liam wished he knew before taking the plunge

Thu, Jun 04, 2026 10:37
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Gravel racing is coming to your TV screens: Will live coverage take cycling’s buzziest discipline to even loftier heights?

After the Marly Grav, has gravel finally arrived on the cycling main stage? We chatted with UCI Gravel World Series Manager, Erwin Vervecken to find out all about live gravel racing on the big screen, and what that could mean for the sport

Tue, Jun 02, 2026 11:00
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Unbound 2026 unwrapped: How the world’s top gravel racers conquered the most prestigious gravel race on a brutal day of muddy drama

Unbound 2026 was another wet one. Here's how the world's biggest gravel event went down, and a look at the winning tech

Mon, Jun 01, 2026 16:49
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