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Tadej Pogačar’s so fast that even Colnago is battling to keep up with him

Aero bikes, aero bikes everywhere… This year’s scorchingly fast Tour de France is shaping up to be one of the quickest ever. But are bike brands struggling to keep pace with modern cycling’s rapid racing revolution? We talked to Colnago’s lead engineer about how the peloton’s current crop is pushing their equipment to the limit

Fri, Jul 17, 2026 18:21
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Merseyrail to ban all non-folding e-bikes citing safety risks — plus NJ e-bike licensing continues to confound, Lime gets dumped down under + more

This week: rail operator bans non-folding e-bikes, Lime contract ended in Melbourne, a knock-on effect of NJ bike licensing, plus Segway update unlocks auto shifting

Fri, Jul 17, 2026 11:32
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Dealclincher, Tour de France special: Huge 76% off Spatz sunglasses, Giro Cielo helmet less than half price, Scope carbon wheels heavily discounted + loads more

To help stay cool on hot summer rides or finding those marginal gains, we've rounded up some of the best cycling deals right now, with savings across Giro helmets, Spatz eyewear, Castelli clothing, components and more

Fri, Jul 17, 2026 09:00
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Cycling holidays used to be the domain of the MAMIL… But is that finally changing? Sponsored

Experienced, middle-aged men have long dominated the cycling holiday scene. But one luxury bike tour company is championing inclusivity and witnessing a gender revolution, based on scenic roads, good food, and lots of wine

Thu, Jul 16, 2026 11:26
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Introduce your kids to the wonders of bikepacking with these helpful tips

Bikepacking comes with an awful lot to think about at the best of times, and going with your kids poses even more fresh challenges. Planned properly, though, it can be a totally wholesome experience as Matt Page explains

Wed, Jul 15, 2026 12:51
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Bike computers of the Tour de France: Garmin still dominates as two Chinese rivals emerge

We look at the bike computers being used by all 23 teams, from flagship models to the devices riders choose on race day

Wed, Jul 15, 2026 09:00
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Where have all the exciting bikes gone?

The latest crop of Tour de France race bikes promises marginal gains rather than radical innovation. Is cycling's rulebook holding back bold design?

Tue, Jul 14, 2026 09:00
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Deer Hunter on the turbo, chewing ice in a heatwave and new understandings of migration: How a Lewisham cyclist broke an ultra cycling record and learnt to see the world differently

Mark Kowalski made a deal with his fiancée that he would not take part in the legendary Transcontinental ultra-cycling race this year. So, he decided to ride 2,800km in a week instead

Mon, Jul 13, 2026 17:53
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As seen in the Tour de France — affordable* pro race bikes from Specialized, Canyon, Trek, Pinarello, Cannondale and more

Like the look of the bikes the pros are using, but can't quite justify spending five figures on one? You'll still have to save up, but here are some slightly less spendy versions that are derived from the top-of-the-range models

Mon, Jul 13, 2026 09:00
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Remembering Lance Armstrong’s Trek 5500 from 1999, the first fully carbon fibre bike to win* the Tour de France

* 'Win' comes with a hard asterisk now of course... but we can still look back fondly at the rapidly evolving road bike technology of the time

Sun, Jul 12, 2026 21:45
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Paul Seixas’ unreleased Van Rysel shows just how far Decathlon’s Tour de France bikes have come in 25 years

Decathlon’s WorldTour story stretches back much further than you might realise. We compare Jaan Kirsipuu's early-2000s AG2R race bike with Paul Seixas’ latest machine to chart a quarter of a century of tech progress

Sat, Jul 11, 2026 09:00
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Amazon makes a million e-bike deliveries in Belgium (despite company’s carbon emissions rising by 16%), Portland’s world record ambitions, another e-bike brand goes pop + more

This week: e-commerce giant makes 1 millionth cargo bike delivery in Belgium, Engwe's new e-SUV does it all, Portland aims for world record, plus Scottish e-bike schemes expand

Fri, Jul 10, 2026 11:18
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How do Tour de France riders fuel their race? Top tricks the world’s best cyclists use to battle through thousands of brutal kilometres Sponsored

Sports nutrition has come a long way since the early days of the Tour de France, with teams employing experts to closely monitor their riders' eating and drinking before, during and after their efforts. Here's a detailed look at how they do it

Fri, Jul 10, 2026 09:00
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Why do fans run alongside riders on mountains at the Tour de France?

We decided to get to the bottom of one of the most divisive issues in professional cycling…

Thu, Jul 09, 2026 14:51
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Is Tadej Pogačar being unfairly criticised for simply trying to win the Tour de France?

Tapas, tension, thrillers, tempestuous temperatures, and team time trials… There have been a lot of talking points during the first week of this year’s Tour. And we’ve got them all covered as the road.cc Podcast hits the roads of France (and a bit of Spain)

Thu, Jul 09, 2026 09:18
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Argon 18 says the all new Anti Matter is the ultimate carbon aero race bike… for gravel! Sponsored

We catch up with Argon 18’s Product Director, Alex Côté, who explains why the brand’s new Anti Matter is a uniquely no-compromise, aero-informed, carbon gravel race bike.

Wed, Jul 08, 2026 16:43
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How to photograph the Tour de France: A homage to Catalonia featuring the best pics from the opening stages, and how they were captured

The Tour’s Grand Départ was a whirlwind of noise, colour, and frenetic racing. Award-winning photographer James Startt was on the ground (sometimes literally) to capture all the action and atmosphere. Here are his favourite shots and how he got them

Wed, Jul 08, 2026 09:18
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Hooked vs hookless wheels at the Tour de France — which rims are the pro peloton hooked on in 2026?

Despite promises of lower weight, easier manufacturing and potential performance gains, hookless rims remain a minority choice at the 2026 Tour de France as brands, teams and riders grapple with compatibility concerns and the ongoing debate over safety

Wed, Jul 08, 2026 09:00
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Buy used, seek out last year’s bikes, check team auctions: Liam’s top tips for acquiring a Tour de France bike for less

These suggestions could save you thousands on a current top-end Tour de France pro bike if you shop around

Tue, Jul 07, 2026 17:53
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Do gravel bikes really benefit from suspension and dropper posts?

We dive into the details of the controversial topic of suspension components on gravel bikes. Are they actually any good?

Tue, Jul 07, 2026 10:55
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How much does a Tour de France bike cost?

If you fancy one of the bikes ridden by Tour de France favourite Tadej Pogacar, how much would one set you back? We look at the options

Tue, Jul 07, 2026 09:00
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Tadej Pogačar’s Colnago Y1Rs vs Miguel Indurain’s 1994 Pinarello: How Tour-winning bikes have changed in 32 years

One is a steel classic with skinny tubes and rim brakes; the other is an aero carbon superbike designed to save watts at every turn. Here’s how three decades of bike development have transformed the Tour de France

Sun, Jul 05, 2026 09:00
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12 cycling trends NOT to copy from the Tour de France pros — do we really need slammed stems, ceramic bearings and integrated everything?

Some things are best left to the professionals... there are plenty of things pro cyclists do that are worth taking inspiration from, but in this article we're focusing on what NOT to copy off the pros

Sat, Jul 04, 2026 11:12
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What is the team time trial at the Tour de France, and how has the format changed? Everything you need to know about the TTT ahead of the opening Tour stage in Barcelona

The team time trial returns to open the Tour de France for the first time since 1971, but a revised format means the race against the clock looks very different in 2026

Sat, Jul 04, 2026 09:00
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