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Live blog: Tour de France highlights and reaction, tributes paid to former Thai Navy SEAL and cyclist Saman Kunan, who passed away in Thai cave mission, Tiesj Benoot abandons Tour, Stage 5 updates + more

All the news and views from the site and beyond

Wed, Jul 11, 2018 14:26

Tour de France Tech 2018: Mark Cavendish’s Cervelo S5

Check out the aero road bike that Cav is racing in this year's Tour de France

Wed, Jul 11, 2018 11:30

Near Miss of the Day 161: Close pass on country lane

Our regular feature highlighting close passes caught on camera from around the country – today it’s Hampshire

Wed, Jul 11, 2018 11:20

13 new products from Eurobike 2018: Wahoo, Zwift, BMC, Colnago, PowerTap, FFWD and much more

First look at BMC's new aero bike plus 2-spoke carbon wheels from FFWD and lots more

Wed, Jul 11, 2018 10:43

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Police officer father of driver accused of killing Carol Boardman intervened in investigation, court told

Peter Rosney allegedly advised officers not to visit his daughter-in-law's workplace to seize mobile phone

Wed, Jul 11, 2018 08:53

Ceepo launch radical Shadow-R triathlon bike

The Shadow-R laughs in the face of UCI rules, with its beam-shaped design and 'SideFork' fairing across the front wheel, which they claim actually improves comfort

Tue, Jul 10, 2018 19:57

Tour de France: Gaviria doubles up, van Avermaet keeps yellow

More crashes on today's flat stage - Ilnur Zakarin loses a minute

Tue, Jul 10, 2018 16:49

Orbea reveals Orca Aero Disc + video

It’s definitely the season for launching disc brake-equipped aero road bikes!

Tue, Jul 10, 2018 16:24

MyCyclingWeekend Fuelled by Soreen – We Have a Winner

We look back at your weekend rides!

Tue, Jul 10, 2018 15:00

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Live blog: Rafa Nadal jumps on bike to go shopping in Wimbledon, Greg Van Avermaet riding yellow BMC Teammachine + more

All today's news from the site and beyond

Tue, Jul 10, 2018 14:25

Police forces recognised for efforts to fight bike thieves at 2018 Cycle Crime Awards

Awards coincided with National Cycle Crime Conference in Birmingham last month

Tue, Jul 10, 2018 13:34

Tour de France Tech 2018: Peter Sagan’s Specialized S-Works Venge + video

Take a close look at the World Champ's new race bike – loads of tech and a glittery finish

Tue, Jul 10, 2018 11:30

In 2014 Boris Johnson blamed the UK for blocking EU rules on safer lorries – now he blames the EU

Yesterday's letter of resignation as foreign secretary pointed finger at Brussels - but that's not how he saw it four years ago

Tue, Jul 10, 2018 10:48

Video: CeramicSpeed Driven – 99% efficient 13-spd chainless drive shaft concept shown at Eurobike

If you want to go faster you need to ditch the chain and gears? We talk to the man on a mission to eliminate friction from your ride in the quest for ultimate performance

Tue, Jul 10, 2018 07:40

Eurobike 2018: KTM, FSA, Sportful, Castelli, Stan’s, Stages and more new tech

New gravel wheels, disc brake aero bikes and autumn/winter clothing

Mon, Jul 09, 2018 23:25

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Driver on trial for killing Chris Boardman’s mother Carol was on phone seconds beforehand and deleted call log, court told

Liam Rosney denies causing death by dangerous driving and, with his wife, is also on trial for perverting the course of justice

Mon, Jul 09, 2018 18:05

Campaigners slam government for ignoring e-bikes in Road to Zero emissions strategy

Not providing subsidies to buy electric bikes described as a “missed opportunity” in plan aimed at eliminating vehicle emissions

Mon, Jul 09, 2018 17:04

Rotor go 13 speed with launch of new 1x hydraulic groupset for all disciplines

Forget 11, or even 12 for that matter... Rotor are showing off a 13 SPEED cassette at Eurobike currently, which they say will all but solve issues of limited gearing and nasty jumps when choosing to go 1x...

Mon, Jul 09, 2018 15:50

Tour de France: BMC Racing win team time trial and put Greg van Avermaet in yellow

Team Sky finish second – booed by spectators, Geraint Thomas up to third overall

Mon, Jul 09, 2018 15:42

5 Cool Things from Eurobike 2018: Ridley, Open, Parlee, FiftyOne and more

Cool stuff coming soon(ish) to a bike shop near you from day two of the Eurobike show in Germany

Mon, Jul 09, 2018 14:45

Live blog: Highlights of Tour de France team time trial + reaction, Wiggins defends Froome in Eurosport podcast, cyclist sets zebra crossing example + more

All the news from the site and beyond as we start a new week

Mon, Jul 09, 2018 14:25

Wahoo launch Kickr Headwind ‘smart fan’, plus the new Kickr Core and revamped Kickr trainer

On top of climb simulation and GPS, Wahoo can now cool you down too with the new Kickr Headwind, a smart fan with over 30mph of wind speed. There's also the new Kickr Core direct-drive trainer, which is an entry-level version of the Kickr

Mon, Jul 09, 2018 12:50

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Tour de France Tech 2018: Alejandro Valverde’s Canyon Ultimate CF SLX

Check out the Campagnolo-equipped road bike ridden by the Spanish all-rounder

Mon, Jul 09, 2018 12:48

New mixed team time trial race for 2019 UCI Road World Championships in Yorkshire

Three men and three womeen will compete in new event for national teams

Mon, Jul 09, 2018 12:42

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Driver charged in connection with death of Australian pro cyclist Jason Lowndes

23-year-old, who had been due to ride for JLT-Condor this year, was killed in Victoria before Christmas

Mon, Jul 09, 2018 10:48