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Israel-Premier Tech argue “threats of violence have disrupted our sport” after team removed from major one-day race over protest fears

Organiser of Giro dell'Emilia insists decision made "for the safety of all athletes, staff and spectators", but team says decision "extremely regrettable"

Mon, Sep 29, 2025 11:18
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Rapha launches PFAS-free Pro Team Shadow range for rough weather conditions, claiming that it hits “the sweetspot between protection and breathability”

British brand promises its new Pro Team Shadow collection offers high levels of windproofing, water resistance and breathability, plus plenty of stretch, that will suit riders regularly putting in the hard yards this winter

Mon, Sep 29, 2025 10:58
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UPDATED Campagnolo debuts “unprecedented double-height profile” on updated Shamal wheels, now complete with on-trend wavy profile

Prices start at £1,600 for the wheelset that is 100g lighter than the previous version and offers what Campag calls an "attractive" balance of high-performance and value for money — fair points, given that some other wavy-rimmed wheels cost much more

Mon, Sep 29, 2025 08:56
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“We checked three times, there was nothing wrong”: Mechanic responds to Remco Evenepoel’s World Championships mechanical frustration, as teammate insists Belgian was “clearly Pogačar’s equal”; 3 Peaks CX course record broken + more on the live blog

It's another week on the road.cc live blog, Dan Alexander in the hot seat for your Monday round-up of all the goings on in the world of cycling

Mon, Sep 29, 2025 08:01
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Tadej Pogačar defends rainbow jersey with another stunning 100km attack

"It was so hard, the few final laps, of course you doubt a bit, but you have to push through"

Sun, Sep 28, 2025 14:53
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“Race of her life”: Massive shock as 400-1 outsider Magdeleine Vallieres stuns World Championships, only her second ever professional win

Canadian rider has never won a WorldTour race, but lands cycling's biggest one-day prize in one of the biggest underdog success stories in World Championship history

Sat, Sep 27, 2025 15:39
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Boy, 13, arrested over multiple hit-and-runs which saw three cyclists and pedestrian struck in four separate incidents

Police say teenager arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving following "unusual and worrying set of incidents", but "are keeping an open mind about the exact events"

Sat, Sep 27, 2025 13:45
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“Reckless” van driver passed cyclist dangerously close as passenger “whipped” rider with phone cable

Laughter was caught on video of the “highly dangerous” act, which pair thought was “entertaining”

Sat, Sep 27, 2025 11:19
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Evans is promising big things from freshly-relaunched Vitus range (and will stock Colnago bikes its flash new West End store) — plus gravel race bikes are becoming a ‘thing’, yet another smart helmet, bike bags from Le Col x Wizard Works & more

We've got lots to cover this week, from Le Col X Wizard Works bags, new bikes from Pearson and Sarto, and Colnago is going to be stocked at Evans Cycles...all that & more in Tech of the Week

Sat, Sep 27, 2025 11:00
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“If we start excluding one team, next year it will be another, on another issue”: UCI president defends Israel-Premier Tech as team faces pressure from sponsors to change name

UCI president David Lappartient insists “sport is not a tool for punishment” and Israeli athletes and teams are "welcome" at races

Sat, Sep 27, 2025 09:49
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Elderly cyclist killed by barrier swinging into cycle lane in Canada, as police investigate woman who tampered with it minutes earlier

Police release image of woman seen "interfering" with barrier minutes before it swung into the path of a cyclist in his 80s, causing a fatal collision

Fri, Sep 26, 2025 16:47
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In the aftermath of tube strike chaos, 28% of Londoners say they are now more likely to cycle in future

Bike hire firms admit spike in cycle traffic "exceeded expectations", as campaigners urge politicians to deliver on cycling's "huge untapped potential as a safe, healthy transport mode"

Fri, Sep 26, 2025 14:44
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“Stop tinkering with pleasantries”: Reform councillor tells council to swap Peak District cycling and walking routes for major railway investment

While walking and cycling routes through the national park are "nice", Derbyshire councillor urges transport plans to "get back to manufacturing" and prioritise rail, arguing "you can integrate cycling and railway tracks side by side"

Fri, Sep 26, 2025 10:04
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“I’m angry with myself”: Mohoric regrets not learning more about sportswashing at World Championships; More races threatened by Israel-Premier Tech’s participation; Brit Hudson wins junior Worlds; + more on the live blog

It's Friday, and Callum's turn to shepherd you through to the weekend with whatever cycling stories and titbits he can get his hands on

Fri, Sep 26, 2025 08:48
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RockShox unveils new Rudy XL gravel fork, offering 60mm travel and 2.25in tyre clearance

RockShox's new Rudy XL gravel fork is here, but it'll cost you £900 for just 60mm of travel

Thu, Sep 25, 2025 15:14
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Trek’s all new CheckOUT proves that full suspension gravel is now officially a thing

Featuring 55mm of rear squish and an all-new RockShox fork, Trek has joined the full-sus gravel party big time. There's also a crazy amount of flare going on with the handlebars, adjustable mounting points, and a dropper post

Thu, Sep 25, 2025 15:12
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WADA to ban carbon monoxide rebreathers as a performance aid from 2026

The practice, which can be used to stimulate the production of more oxygen-carrying red blood cells, can still be used as a diagnostic method to measure blood volume

Thu, Sep 25, 2025 14:53
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Cycling fatalities fall by 6% to lowest ever recorded level, new government figures reveal

The Department for Transport’s latest road casualty statistics reveal that 82 cyclists were killed in Great Britain, with rural roads and commuter hours posing the biggest risks

Thu, Sep 25, 2025 12:23
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UCI announces minor relaxation of controversial upcoming narrow handlebar rule — but minimum 40cm overall width will remain

The UCI has made some minor tweaks to its upcoming safety amendments, changing the minimum width from the brake hoods to 28cm, down from 32cm. It has also clarified distinctions between 'mass start' and TT helmets

Thu, Sep 25, 2025 11:33
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Trump administration blocks imports of Giant bikes over forced labour allegations

US Customs moves to block imports of the bicycles manufactured in Taiwan, after investigation alleges evidence of abusive working and living conditions, debt bondage, withholding of wages, and excessive overtime

Thu, Sep 25, 2025 09:48
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“Neat idea” or “style over substance”? Your thoughts on THAT bike storage capsule that wants to kill off the saddlebag; Even saddles aren’t safe from London bike thieves; What’s the UCI done this time?; Evans wants 100 new stores + more on the live blog

It's been a while but Dan Alexander is back on live blog duty for you this Thursday, ready to round-up all the goings on in the world of cycling as we head towards the weekend

Thu, Sep 25, 2025 07:58
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“Perfectly legal and carefully controlled”: Cycling club defends dual carriageway time trials after rider knocked unconscious in fall

After a cyclist fell off her bike and broke her collarbone whilst riding a time trial on a dual carriageway in Cambridgeshire, the club organiser defended the events and told the public they are "carefully controlled" with "strict safety requirements"

Wed, Sep 24, 2025 17:06
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Near Miss of the Day 938: Recumbent cyclist squeezed by SUV driver passing into path of oncoming car

"This has got to be one of the most idiotic and pointless overtakes of all time."

Wed, Sep 24, 2025 14:09
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“We believe it’s the future of cycling gear”: Modular carbon storage system hopes to replace “clunky saddlebags” with £150 “aerodynamic capsule” featuring 300-lumen brake-sensing rear light

Have we really become stuck with outdated saddlebags? The makers of this "revolutionary" new mounting and storage system think they've got a better idea

Wed, Sep 24, 2025 12:40
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“The name of the team is no longer sustainable”: Israel-Premier Tech’s title sponsor joins calls for team to drop ‘Israel’ from identity and brand image

Israel-Premier Tech have been title sponsored by the Canadian company since 2022, saddle sponsor Selle Italia also commenting on its relationship with the Israeli-branded team

Wed, Sep 24, 2025 10:24
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