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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

Jeremy Vine claims angry drivers are “not getting enough sex” and have “small di*k energy”

“What happens is, all the people who are not getting enough sex, lock themselves in small metal boxes and drive around London,” the radio host, TV presenter, and camera cyclist said in a podcast

Wed, Apr 23, 2025 14:36

“It’s now a giant car park”: Cyclist passes over 500 cars in 20 minutes at Cheddar Gorge as landmark “overrun” by drivers; “Clearly a motorist”: Cyclist close passed by fellow cyclist; Tadej Pogačar destroys Flèche Wallonne rivals + more on the live blog

It’s the best Wednesday of the year – Flèche Wallonne day – and Ryan Mallon’s back for another day of cycling news, reaction, and stinging legs and searing lungs on the midweek live blog

Wed, Apr 23, 2025 08:24

11-year-old cyclist injured after car occupants throw bottles at New Zealand club race

The child was knocked off his bike after one of the bottles hit him, prompting the cycling club to condemn the “just horrific” behaviour

Wed, Apr 23, 2025 08:12

Irish police pull cyclist over for speeding

Irish police pull over cyclist riding at “62km/h in a 50 zone” for “reckless cycling”

Triathlete's "memorable weekend" after going for a bike ride, only to be pulled over and given a "stiff warning" for "reckless cycling"

Tue, Apr 22, 2025 16:11

Giulio Ciccone throws his sunglasses in celebration

“125 years of killing the buzz”: Cycling fans bash UCI over pro cyclist’s “ridiculous” fine for sunglass-throwing celebration

Giulio Ciccone admits he's considering retiring trademark celebration, after latest win lands him 250 Swiss franc fine

Tue, Apr 22, 2025 13:44

2025 Insta360 X5 Action Camera – in hand front.jpg

“The smartest, toughest 360° camera ever made”: Insta360 unveils new flagship X5 action camera that records your rides in 8k clarity

Bigger sensors, 8K footage, replaceable lenses, better low-light performance and more

Tue, Apr 22, 2025 12:55

Cyclist killed and 14-year-old son seriously injured after Calpe group ride hit by driver, man arrested

Driver accused of hitting 20-rider group near popular Spanish training destination on Easter Sunday

Tue, Apr 22, 2025 11:34

2025 Fasten Switch Wheel System hub removal

Could the Fasten Switch Wheel System revolutionise wheel design?

New system makes front and rear wheels interchangeable; disc rotor and cassette remain attached to the frame for ultra-fast wheel changes

Tue, Apr 22, 2025 10:25