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51 days in a Russian jail: Sofiane Sehili reveals all on his trans-Eurasia record attempt… and its spectacular failure

After an uncertain 51 days in a Russian jail French ultra cycling legend Sofiane Sehili is back in France and riding free. We spoke to him about what happened.

Mon, Nov 10, 2025 14:13
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The bike that went to jail: Sofiane Sehili’s Bombtrack Hook EXT Ti from his Eurasian record bid

Ultra-endurance rider Sofiane Sehili’s latest adventure included forests, barbed wire, and a spell in a Russian jail – but he and his gravel bike eventually made it home unscathed. Here’s the full lowdown on the machine behind his record-breaking ambition

Sun, Nov 09, 2025 21:45
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Are “mind-altering” shoes the next big performance gain in cycling?​ Why Nike thinks its curious new footwear concept could be the next “frontier of performance”

Set to release in January, Nike’s new footwear explores the mind as an important tool to unlock more cycling performance. Let's look at whether that's feasible

Sat, Nov 08, 2025 08:00
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The UCI needs to steer clear of ‘true’ gravel races

Almost a month on from the UCI Gravel World Championships, and with other races on the gravel circuit attracting serious names and fierce competition, Steve is left questioning if the 'official' way is the best way to go for the burgeoning discipline

Fri, Nov 07, 2025 16:39
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road.cc Dealclincher takeover: half price Castelli clothing, limited edition Panaracer GravelKing tyres discounted, Shimano RC302 shoes for £83.99, £19.99 Specialized helmet with MIPS protection + more

With many brands starting Black Friday early, here's a selection of some of the best savings on kit, tech and more that we've spotted this week

Fri, Nov 07, 2025 12:00
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Get your gravel bike ready for the slip and slide of winter with these handy tips

It can get awfully wet and slippery out there, which means riding your gravel bike will get trickier. These tips will prepare you for a successful gravel-filled winter

Wed, Nov 05, 2025 14:00
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“I lost sponsors after riding with Lance Armstrong – but it did us more good than bad”: Ex-footballer Geoff Thomas on 20 years of tackling the Tour de France route for charity, tears on the Galibier, and enjoying cycling more than ever

Two decades on from his first Tour charity ride, former Crystal Palace captain Geoff Thomas joins the road.cc Podcast to discuss his cancer story, his love of cycling, and his experiences with a certain Texan…

Sat, Nov 01, 2025 21:24
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How to master wet roots on your mountain bike or gravel bike — stop slipping and start shredding with this guide to how it’s done

Slippery, uneven and always different, wet roots on the trails can be mighty scary. Here's how to ride over them with no fear

Thu, Oct 30, 2025 14:00
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Here are the 2026 Tour de France stages I’d love to ride myself, and why Sponsored

The 2026 route reveal has thrown up some real gems, including legendary climbs such as the Alpe d’Huez and Galibier. Here are a few ways you can experience the Tour de France route for yourself

Wed, Oct 29, 2025 11:59
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road.cc Recommends Components of the Year 2025/26: the best groupsets, pedals, saddles and more

We add the best components we've reviewed to road.cc Recommends every month, and now it’s time to reveal the best of the best from SRAM, Look, Time and more

Wed, Oct 29, 2025 10:30
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Racing and winning mountain bike races at 70: the secrets and strategies behind Ned Overend’s incredible longevity

Ned Overend is one of the original legends of mountain biking, and at 70 years of age, the former cross country world champ is still winning races and beating riders a quarter of his age. We tracked Ned down to learn the secrets of his speed

Mon, Oct 27, 2025 15:42
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Chinese bikes and components galore, 21mm tyres and rim brakes FTW: some of the most intriguing bikes and set-ups from the 2025 National Hill Climb Championships

It wasn't just weight savings on display at the soggy 2025 National Hill Climb Championships, as riders all the way up to the top step of the podium demonstrated that you don't always have to spend big to go very fast uphill

Mon, Oct 27, 2025 15:02
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Check out “a revolution in the world of cycling: the first truly bespoke monocoque carbon frame”

Italian brand Gregario uses a patented variable mould system to build an aero road bike that’s sized just for you

Sun, Oct 26, 2025 21:45
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Will the Tour de France’s double Alpe d’Huez gamble pay off? 2026 routes analysed + Top tips for recovering from the cycling yips

On this week’s podcast, we dissect next year’s Tour routes and ask whether they’ll live up to ASO’s ‘crescendo’ billing, while Emily discusses how you can regain your confidence on the bike after a heavy crash

Fri, Oct 24, 2025 11:32
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road.cc Dealclincher takeover: Shimano 105 Di2 groupset for £798.99, Rapha winter kit discounted, £209 Prime alloy gravel wheels, 53% off POC Ventral Air Mips helmet & more

With winter on the way, we’ve pulled together the best cycling deals to get you set for the colder months

Fri, Oct 24, 2025 11:00
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Electric gravel bikes: the good, the bad and the ‘why?’

Not as torquey or capable as e-MTBs, but still fun to ride off-road. We dive into what electric gravel bikes are, why they're good, bad and how they're powered.

Fri, Oct 24, 2025 09:14
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From paintwork and graphics, to components and finishing kit, make your own perfect bike with Orbea’s MyO personalisation system Sponsored

Making your bike your own has never been easier with Orbea’s incredible MyO personalisation system, which allows you to choose not only things like components and finishing kit but even decide the colourway of your frame and what graphics you’d like

Wed, Oct 22, 2025 11:00
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3 hidden winter training secrets most cyclists never learn — get the best out of your off-season riding with these expert tips Sponsored

We spoke to a top coach and an exercise physiologist to uncover the overlooked training strategies that can transform your winter riding

Tue, Oct 21, 2025 15:00
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Be prepared for all weathers and any eventuality with the best kit from legendary mudguard maker SKS Sponsored

From classic mudguards, to easy-fit, to complete commuting options, we look at the best SKS products that will help you stay free of road spray, as well as some other SKS products that might make your ride just a little easier

Mon, Oct 20, 2025 10:54
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“If your campaigning doesn’t generate a response, you’re not being radical enough”: Active travel campaigners Spokes on making spaces bike friendly

road.cc chat with the organisation as they release their new cycle map of West Lothian and discuss meaningful cycle campaigning after nearly 50 years

Sat, Oct 18, 2025 13:48
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The bike industry is shooting itself in the foot with ever-changing standards and incompatible niche products

Is the bike industry dragging us willingly into a never ending downwards financial spiral through its obsession with new and incompatible niche products?

Fri, Oct 17, 2025 14:45
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The invisible opponent: Remco Evenepoel had more than just other competitors to beat on his way to the Il Lombardia podium

As a cyclist, how do you begin to start descending with supreme confidence again after a life-threatening incident? Here's how Remco Evenepoel made a full psychological and physical recovery from his 2020 horror crash

Wed, Oct 15, 2025 13:48
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Hidden plugs, new tyres, spaced out cranks and battered bikes | 2025 UCI Gravel Worlds Tech Gallery

The riders were prepared for flat out racing in Limburg, and their bikes had plenty of features to help them ride fast and furiously for as long as possible

Tue, Oct 14, 2025 14:11
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Dodgy tactics and Dutch domination: the 2025 UCI Gravel World Championships analysed

Over the weekend, the 2025 UCI Gravel World Championships took place in the Netherlands, we take a deep dive into how it played out and assess where this fast-evolving title race is at.

Mon, Oct 13, 2025 13:27
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Whatever happened to the ON bike – Cannondale’s strangest bike?

With no rear triangle and a chaincase milled from solid aluminium, the Cannondale ON bike was one of the boldest production bikes ever. We look back at how this radical urban design went from Eurobike concept to collector’s item

Sun, Oct 12, 2025 20:45
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