Features

Why the Genesis Datum was such a groundbreaking bike

Introduced in 2016, the Genesis Datum blended speed, comfort, and versatility in a carbon fibre package. Blurring the lines between bike genres, it was an absolute zinger to ride

Sun, Feb 09, 2025 21:45
7
Fri, Feb 07, 2025 09:30
o

“A bike race is complete madness”: David Millar on why cycling is “inherently dangerous”, the demise of CHPT3, and his new Factor role + Is TNT set to destroy cycling in the UK?

On episode 97 of the road.cc Podcast, we dissect the upcoming closure of Eurosport in the UK and how price hikes will impact cycling’s popularity, while David Millar chats about his new job and how pro racing can be made safer

Thu, Feb 06, 2025 18:03
o

Which action camera is best for cycling? GoPro 13 vs DJI Osmo Action 5 vs Insta360 Ace Pro II mega test

Can the new kids finally knock GoPro off its perch? We've been testing to find out...

Tue, Feb 04, 2025 17:00
8

2025 UCI Cyclo-cross World Championships – how the races were won

Full race recap of how the weekend unfolded.

Mon, Feb 03, 2025 08:47
o

Is the Rotwild R.R275 X really “the slickest e-gravel bike ever”?

With a stem that blends into the top tube, integrated lights, and five-spoke wheels, this electric off-roader is unmistakeable

Sun, Feb 02, 2025 21:45
3

road.cc Dealclincher takeover: half price Shimano Ultegra Di2, 50% off Roval Alpinist wheels, big CeramicSpeed OSPW discounts, up to 70% off Le Col cycling kit + more

Chosen by members of the road.cc team, this week's selection includes discounts on a wide range of products, from electronic groupsets, wheels, accessories, apparel and more

Fri, Jan 31, 2025 12:09
o

Has the UCI Mountain Bike World Series just outpriced itself with a new pay-to-view option?

Expect to splash out £30.99 per month on a TNT Sports sub for the privilege of watching the 2025 Whoop UCI Mountain Bike World Series.

Fri, Jan 31, 2025 09:21
o

Video: Can a £1,500 e-cargo bike replace a car?

The Engwe LE20 is about a third of the price of the Tern GSD – is it anywhere near as good?

Wed, Jan 29, 2025 16:31
o

We’re fed up of subscribing to be a cyclist — how much does cycling really cost in 2025?

After the announcement that pro cycling coverage will be moving to TNT next month (who charge £30.99 a month for a subscription) we thought we'd see how much we could save off our cycling-related subscriptions

Wed, Jan 29, 2025 16:05
31

“Lance Armstrong didn’t invent doping. We all did the best we could”: Levi Leipheimer on coming to terms with cycling’s “grey” past, “making amends”, and why road racing in the US has to “adapt or die”

The former Tour de France podium finisher chats to the podcast about his grand plans for Levi’s Gran Fondo, how he hopes to breathe new life into the US domestic scene by “believing in the road bike”, and why cycling struggles to deal with its history

Tue, Jan 28, 2025 21:24
7

The seat tube-less Baldiso One aero bike laughs in the face of UCI rules, and it’s now available to buy

1,500 of these 3D-printed aero frames will be produced, and if you want one then complete bikes are available from €12,430. Builds can come in as light as 6.4kg

Sun, Jan 26, 2025 21:44
15

2025 UCI Cyclo-Cross World Championships preview

Next weekend the 2025 UCI Cyclo-Cross World Championships take place in Northern France. Here’s everything you need to know.

Fri, Jan 24, 2025 12:07
o

The rise of Chinese cycling brands: a guide to the bike and component manufacturers challenging the big Western marques

There are plenty of high-quality products available from China at decent prices, as long as you do some research ahead of time

Thu, Jan 23, 2025 12:39
29

We reveal the road.cc Recommends Bike of the Year 2024/25

After 12 months of riding and reviewing, covering everything from road bikes to gravel bikes and every type of electric bike imaginable, we’re ready to unveil our top-10 Bikes of the Year, and crown the ultimate winner

Wed, Jan 22, 2025 12:00
o

road.cc Recommends 2024/2025 awards round-up — all the very best bikes and cycling equipment we reviewed last year

Our awards are done for another year, so here's a comprehensive round-up of the big winners and a bonus video to boot!

Wed, Jan 22, 2025 10:31
9

Five reasons why we hope this isn’t the future of race bikes (and five reasons we like it)

The recently released Ridley Noah Fast stands out from other pro bikes with its radical front end...but is that a good thing? Jamie offers his take on the pros and cons

Wed, Jan 22, 2025 10:30
8

road.cc Recommends Bikes of the Year 2024/25: the best road bikes

From sportive bikes to full-on race bikes, it’s time to find out which are the best road-focused bikes we’ve reviewed over the past 12 months

Tue, Jan 21, 2025 12:00
14

How the Elite Square Smart Frame is reinventing indoor cycling at home

We speak to Mattia Gomiero from Elite about the brand's new smart indoor training frame – the Square – and find out how something with four right angles has the potential to revolutionise home training

Tue, Jan 21, 2025 08:00
19

“I’m positive there could and should be a happy ending”: Hans Rey on the future of troubled GT Bicycles, and the history behind this iconic MTB brand

We dive into GT's history and chat with Hans Rey about his experience with the brand.

Mon, Jan 20, 2025 13:00
o

road.cc Recommends Bikes of the Year 2024/25: the best money-no-object superbikes

If you’re after cutting-edge performance and you’re willing and able to pay for it – or you’d just like to gawp at the highest-priced bikes we reviewed in 2024 – this superbike category is for you

Mon, Jan 20, 2025 12:00
o

Would you spend £6k on a bike from a brand no one’s ever heard of?

The Quick Pro AR:One carbon road bike frame weighs just 782g, and the complete bike you see here is 6.3kg

Sun, Jan 19, 2025 21:45
11

The best road bikes NOT in the 2025 World Tour peloton — bikes missing from cycling’s top tier featuring Scott, BMC, Orbea, Ridley, Basso + more

Not every race bike gets the chance to prove itself on cycling's biggest stage. Here are some that we think deserve some extra attention anyway

Sun, Jan 19, 2025 11:00
6

road.cc Recommends Bikes of the Year 2024/25: the best gravel and adventure bikes

Whether you’re looking for something fast and lively or a model that’s capable of being loaded up for a multi-day epic adventure, check out the top-performing gravel and adventure bikes that we’ve reviewed over the past 12 months

Fri, Jan 17, 2025 12:00
1

Winter bicycle maintenance: Essential tips for every cyclist

Winter riding poses its own set of maintenance challenges - here's how to battle them

Thu, Jan 16, 2025 14:57
o