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Unbound Gravel 2025: intriguing new tech, solo victories, and what’s next for the world’s biggest gravel race

As the mud turns to dust on the harrowed and hallowed trails of Unbound Gravel, here’s an overview of what went down over a long weekend of racing

Mon, Jun 02, 2025 14:47

Check out a one-off J.Laverack R J.ACK Disc that pays tribute to Valentino Rossi

This titanium road bike comes is a real stunner, coming in a high-end SRAM Red AXS build and a striking finish inspired by the MotoGP legend

Sun, Jun 01, 2025 20:45

Why do we keep trying to turn cycling into other sports? Formula Fixed founder on reinventing bike racing for the TikTok generation, “trampling on tradition”, and why “big swings” are better than marginal gains

Is racing with no brakes on a tight, twisting indoor circuit the “future of cycling”? Formula Fixed founder James Grady thinks so – he talks to the road.cc Podcast about shaking up the sport and putting viewers, not riders, first

Fri, May 30, 2025 17:31

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Electric mountain bikes might be getting lighter, but they’re still a bit too heavy for me

We love an e-MTB, but are they the best choice for smaller riders? Rebecca doesn't think so

Fri, May 30, 2025 16:47

Are e-bike batteries safe? What’s the difference between a safe battery and a fire risk?

A look at what's inside an e-bike battery and how to be sure you're buying something safe

Tue, May 27, 2025 11:11

The greatest cyclist never to grace the WorldTour peloton? The story of Wong Kam-po, Hong Kong’s first cycling superstar

He beat future Tour de France winners, won a rainbow jersey, and was often labelled the best non-pro bike racer in the world. And yet, you’ve likely never heard of him. This is the amazing story of Wong Kam-po, the cycling king of Hong Kong

Mon, May 26, 2025 17:18

Ignore the naysayers, gravel suspension WILL make you faster! Here’s why I think it should be standard on all gravel bikes

Gravel riders seek compliance, but why not suspension? Here's why I think suspension is the way forwards for gravel, and not just for elite riders

Fri, May 23, 2025 13:00

road.cc Dealclincher takeover: Half-price Shimano Ultegra Di2, £179 Garmin Edge 530, 54% off Reserve Carbon Road Wheelset with Continental tyres and rotors, 4iiii Power Meter over £300 off + more

Save big on groupsets, power meters, wheels, helmets, shoes and more with this week’s best cycling deals we've spotted

Thu, May 22, 2025 11:49

Is Canyon working on an all new gravel fork? Getting up close and personal with Freddy Ovett’s mysterious DT Swiss-equipped Canyon Grail

We take a closer look at Freddy Ovett's suspension-forked 2025 Gralloch race bike

Tue, May 20, 2025 11:18

How to lock your bike when you’re out and about May 2025

How to lock your bike when you’re out and about so it’s there when you come back

From choosing the right lock to securing your ride in the best place, our guide shows you how to reduce your chances of becoming a victim of bike theft

Mon, May 19, 2025 15:43

Torque it up: What is the maximum peak power from a 250W e-bike motor?

Peak power, continuous power and torque - we demystify the tech-speak around motors

Mon, May 19, 2025 14:26

Check out the original Boris Bike

It’s 15 years since London introduced its public bike-sharing scheme, so let’s take a look back at a classic

Sun, May 18, 2025 20:45

“TNT price hike is two fingers to cycling fans”: Ex-WorldTour pros Harry Tanfield and Sophie Wright on going gravel, the future of British bike racing, and why Manchester’s cycle lanes are rubbish

“What can you do? It’s big corporates, they can do what they want, they’ve got the monopoly,” Ribble Outliers’ roadie-turned-gravel racer Tanfield tells the road.cc Podcast

Fri, May 16, 2025 15:59

I saved thousands using an electric cargo bike — you could too!

If you ditch one of your cars for a cargo bike, you'll be quids in in no time. We do the sums...

Thu, May 15, 2025 12:31

Will this year’s downhill world champion be belt driven? – Whoop UCI Downhill World Series 2025 preview

The 2025 UCI Downhill World Series kicks off this coming weekend – will the belted purse be won?

Thu, May 15, 2025 11:00

Look mum, no paws! How to ride with your dog

From backpacks to trailers to baskets, we look at all the ways you can get your canine pals involved in your cycling hobby

Thu, May 15, 2025 10:01

Suffering on the hills? Find out how to get lower gears to make climbing easier

Your options for bike set-up to make climbing a doddle – or, at least, a little more painless

Wed, May 14, 2025 11:30

Five reasons why you need the Muc-Off Mobile Pressure Washer

There’s no excuse to ride with a dirty bike anymore; Muc-Off’s Mobile Pressure Washer is here to change the way you think about bicycle cleaning.

Tue, May 13, 2025 12:41

Orbea with Team Lotto at Dwars door Vlaanderen

The Orbea story — the past, present, and cycling into the future with a legendary Basque bike brand

We look at the history of Spanish bike brand Orbea, and see how a company that began by making guns for its local Basque populace now leads the world in bicycle innovation.

Mon, May 12, 2025 16:27

Gravel racing is starting to split in different directions — is that for better or worse?

As the dust settles on the recent Traka races in Spain and Scotland limbers up for Britain’s biggest gravel event, we take a look at the split directions of gravel racing

Mon, May 12, 2025 10:07

2025 Stromm Cycles Raktt Bike at Bedtime

“The fastest UCI-legal road bike, bar none”: check out the Stromm Raktt

With bold aerodynamic claims, Stromm Cycles says its new Raktt road bike outpaces every other UCI-compliant machine on the market

Sun, May 11, 2025 20:45

Why your first upgrade needs to be carbon wheels

The cost of living crisis shouldn't curtail your dreams of a carbon wheel upgrade; Ere Research has you covered.

Thu, May 08, 2025 10:00

John’s greatest hits: a selection of the best articles from our legendary late contributor John Stevenson

We said goodbye to a great man and a great colleague at the weekend, so thought it was only right we share some of his finest work for road.cc and its sister titles

Wed, May 07, 2025 13:57

Mountain and gravel bike upgrades for less than £50

Our top seven budget friendly upgrades for your mountain or gravel bike

Tue, May 06, 2025 14:42

Whatever happened to Yerka, the “unstealable” bike?

A decade after hitting the headlines with its innovative locking system, Yerka’s bold anti-theft design is still evolving

Sun, May 04, 2025 20:45