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Keegan Swenson’s Santa Cruz Blur and Matt Beers’ Specialized S-Works Epic 8 up for auction

Your last chance to own the very bikes Matt Beers and Keegan Swenson raced at the 2025 Cape Epic.

Wed, Apr 30, 2025 08:47

2025 Met Drone II Wide Body UAE wind tunnel

Met boasts its new wind tunnel is “the most advanced helmet development facility in the world”

The Tube is now a fully operational facility for testing helmets, bikes, rider positions, and aero equipment – so it might give Tadej Pogacar the edge he so badly needs

Tue, Apr 29, 2025 12:37

“I’m not sure what the point of reporting crime is”: Cyclist injured by motorist claims police “didn’t care” and sent driver on course as “it’s expensive to prosecute”

Greater Manchester Police insists "thorough investigation" conducted, but cyclist left questioning lack of prosecution for motorist who cut corner at junction, knocking her off bike, before leaving victim injured in the road

Tue, Apr 29, 2025 10:56

Police investigate after cyclist riding Etape Loch Ness sportive killed in collision with driver

Police Scotland said fatal collision "occurred next to the event area" during Sunday's Etape Loch Ness, Scotland’s largest closed road cycle sportive

Tue, Apr 29, 2025 08:55

Tom Dumoulin calls for brake lights for bikes

“Why the f*** don’t we have traffic lights on bikes yet?” Tom Dumoulin calls for brake lights and padded kit during race safety debate; Telegraph’s cucumber-related anti-cycling blunder; British pro wins after last-minute call-up + more on the live blog

The sun is shining, temperatures are rising, and it’s a glorious day for riding a bike. But all that won’t stop Ryan Mallon from digging through all the latest cycling news and views to keep you entertained on the Tuesday live blog. I know, so selfless…

Tue, Apr 29, 2025 08:32

Critical Mass ride through Silvertown Tunnel

“Mass trespass” sees hundreds cycle through controversial Silvertown Tunnel where cyclists have to catch “greenwashing” bus due to lack of bike route

Ride follows opening of £2.2bn London tunnel without a cycling route, forcing cyclists to take a lengthy detour or use widely criticised shuttle bus

Mon, Apr 28, 2025 15:59

Fizik’s new aero helmet, complete with ‘rear spoiler’ — plus fresh Castelli performance gear and new stuff from Boardman, Santini + Sportful

As the weather warms up, we're taking a closer look at some of the summer cycling clothing and helmets currently in for review

Mon, Apr 28, 2025 11:49

British cyclist dies during Mallorca 312 event

Tributes from North West cycling community after Liverpool Braveheart Bicycle Club member Phil Williams dies during Mallorcan Gran Fondo

Mon, Apr 28, 2025 11:46

What’s going on here, then? Winspace launches new T1600 aero road bike with extraordinary seatstay vents

Chinese brand is turning heads with its new T1600 aero bike, featuring distinctive D-shaped vents designed to cut turbulence and reduce drag

Mon, Apr 28, 2025 10:45

It’s Security and Storage week on road.cc — we’re sprucing up the bike shed and testing locks to destruction in our latest themed week

Need a new bike lock, travelling with your bike or just want some tips to create the ultimate secure bike shed? We're here all week with all the advice you need to keep your fleet safe and secure

Mon, Apr 28, 2025 09:57

“I enjoy debates but not abuse”: Jeremy Vine to stop sharing cycling videos on social media because “trolling just got too bad”

"They have had well over 100 million views but in the end the anger they generate has genuinely upset me"

Mon, Apr 28, 2025 09:51

Could e-bike battery repair become more widespread? Specialists Nowos attract €6m in funding

With European right to repair law on the horizon Dutch battery repair specialist are leading the way

Mon, Apr 28, 2025 08:34

“Are the cyclists paying for this? Because I’m not”: Drivers fume as airbag for cyclists unveiled on new SUV – but riders say “just stop hitting people”; Tadej Pogačar asked: “When do you retire?”; Peter Sagan booted off dance show + more on the live blog

It’s Monday, the spring classics are over, and Ryan Mallon’s busy preparing for grand tour season by stocking up on all the latest cycling news and views at live blog altitude training camp

Mon, Apr 28, 2025 08:33

Spectator rides on course during Liège-Bastogne-Liège Femmes

“Show some respect”: Cycling ‘fan’ branded “absolute moron” for riding on course and jumping on leader’s wheel at Liège-Bastogne-Liège Femmes – after van driver pulls out in front of breakaway during men’s race

“At least he could have pulled instead of drafting”

Sun, Apr 27, 2025 17:59

Tenways has launched ANOTHER e-bike – the AGO Air

Mid-motor step-through promises “sleek trekking delight”

Sat, Apr 26, 2025 14:30

Can this AI-powered rear camera for cyclists spot danger before you do? Plus reaction to Fasten’s innovative Switch Wheel System, Factor launches new Monza road bike + more

All the hottest new tech from Factor, Hawkeye, Café du Cycliste, Fasten and Uno-X Mobility

Sat, Apr 26, 2025 11:00

E-bike theft: Estarli launches recovery and replacement service with BackPedal

Existing owners will also get the option to retrofit trackers

Fri, Apr 25, 2025 13:35

“No plans” to save free-to-air Tour de France coverage, as fan behind dismissed petition asks: “Does the government truly care about growing cycling?”

Responding to a petition calling for the Tour to be made a ‘Category A’ sporting event in the UK, the government said it “recognises concerns” but noted that broadcasting rights are “ultimately a commercial decision”

Fri, Apr 25, 2025 13:20

2025 Silca Elettrico Micro & Elettrico Ultimate

Silca sells out of new electric pumps instantly, after blaming Trump tariffs for just 100 being available in US

Brand "tried" making it in America but "it's not possible for less than $500", the Elettrico Micro and Elettrico Ultimate snapped up at $119 and $159 by fast-fingered buyers

Fri, Apr 25, 2025 11:40

Cyclist in London with pedestrians in foreground

Cyclists who kill pedestrians could face life sentences under proposed new ‘dangerous cycling’ law

The Department for Transport says its amendments to the Crime and Policing Bill will “ensure that the tiny minority who recklessly disregard others face the full force of the law”

Fri, Apr 25, 2025 09:49

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“Can’t you all stop driving in such large groups?”: Cyclists blast Royal Parks for advising them to “not ride in large groups”; Power Rangers-esque “ball bike” fails to impress cyclists; Pidcock shows off MTB skills on road bike + more on the live blog

Join the road.cc end of the week live blog while you gear up for sunny weekend rides and the last monument of the spring season, as Adwitiya brings you a roundup of all the latest cycling news, views, reaction, and more

Fri, Apr 25, 2025 08:05

Professional footballer jailed for 14 months for killing cyclist in “avoidable” crash after failing to give way at junction

Mansfield Town player Lucas Akins has also been banned from driving for two years after admitting causing the death of 33-year-old father Adrian Daniel by careless driving

Thu, Apr 24, 2025 16:08

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2022 Dauphine – Ineos Grenadiers Pinarello Dogma F 2

“Signs of recovery” for Shimano as component sales jump by 16% at start of 2025 – but Trump tariffs hitting consumer confidence in US, brand says

Shimano says retail sales in Europe have increased as demand “stabilised” after a sluggish 2024 compounded by the company’s costly crank recall programme

Thu, Apr 24, 2025 12:39

Cyclists in Richmond Park with London skyline

Cyclists told to slow down in London parks as new cycling code of conduct launched – after 86% of Londoners said 20mph speed limits should apply to bikes

The Royal Parks’ new ‘considerate cycling campaign’ includes a code of conduct for cyclists entering its parks either for leisure or commuting, as the charity’s director tells cyclists they “must understand the impact their speed can have on others”

Thu, Apr 24, 2025 10:59

“I think we have bigger problems than people on bikes”: Petition demanding cyclists have number plates and insurance branded “nonsense”; “Ban TT bikes and run all time trials on road bikes”; Team 7-Eleven is back + more on the live blog

If it's news, reaction, silliness and more from the world of cycling you're after this Thursday then you're in the right place, Dan Alexander on duty for your Thursday live blog

Thu, Apr 24, 2025 07:22