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“Exceptional prize for all cycling enthusiasts” in EKOI’s Black Friday sale… is an electric car; “It’s ticking the climate box. But did anyone ask for this?” Furious drivers slam “waste of money” £22.5m cycle lane plans + more on the live blog

Megan is back with today's cycling news and views this Friday

Fri, Nov 07, 2025 09:59
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Merida officially unveils the Mission, a new gravel race and multi surface bike with integrated downtube storage

Your Mission, should you choose to accept it is... an all new gravel and mixed surface platform from Merida, which is more aggressive than the brand's Silex gravel bike to better cope with faster 'European-style' gravel races

Fri, Nov 07, 2025 08:00
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Lezyne recalls Pressure Over Drive pumps after report of canister “forcefully” ejecting from its base, causing “serious injuries” to the face of a user

Pumps should blow up, but not like this... the scary-sounding recall concerns Pressure Over Drive and Digital Pressure Over Drive floor pumps manufactured between 2016 - 2021, and affected customers can register for a free replacement

Thu, Nov 06, 2025 17:10
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Egan Bernal’s yellow Tour de France-winning bike reportedly stolen in Colombia

The Ineos Grenadiers rider’s Pinarello appears to have disappeared from a public exhibit, with Bernal confirming on social media that the theft is being investigated

Thu, Nov 06, 2025 15:11
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Scott unveils stealthy Fastlane – an e-road bike that hides its watts in plain sight

New Fastlane hides its electric assist so well you’d barely know it’s packing a motor. With a featherweight 865g frame and discreet TQ HPR40 drive unit, it promises classic road bike feel with a subtle boost

Thu, Nov 06, 2025 15:00
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Cycling apparel pioneer Gore to close Gorewear clothing division after 40 years

Gore-Tex maker will shut down its Gorewear clothing line next year, citing economic pressures after “careful consideration and in-depth analysis of long-term prospects”

Thu, Nov 06, 2025 14:51
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“Against the soul of the sport”: Cycling fans disgusted by former rider’s idea to “privatise” Alpe d’Huez at the Tour de France to force fans to pay to watch at the roadside; “Yes, you can wash your bike too much” + more on the live blog

Dan Alexander is back in the live blog hotseat for another day rounding up all the news you need to know (and plenty you don't) from the world of cycling this Thursday

Thu, Nov 06, 2025 09:06
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Several winners of Cycling UK 100 Women in Cycling prize decline award due to exclusion of trans women

Cycling UK say the decision was made following legal advice but that the rule change "doesn't alter our commitment to transgender and non-binary people"

Wed, Nov 05, 2025 16:52
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“If it saves the life of a child then it is worth it”: Cycle lane under fire over £500,000 “safety improvements”, but councillors defend scheme which has reportedly boosted bike use by 41%

Despite the agreement on the required changes in the council meeting, local residents are still unhappy online

Wed, Nov 05, 2025 12:29
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Viral video of mountain biker stuck behind runner divides opinion; EF Pro Cycling are selling team bikes for £4,500; “From the same department that researches bear defecation habits”: Least surprising cycling research of the year + more on the live blog

Whether you're dodging work or counting down the hours until the Celebrity Traitors final, the live blog is your number one procrastination pit-stop... Dan Alexander will be providing the news, reaction, opinion, silliness and more to keep you entertained

Wed, Nov 05, 2025 09:03
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“Some cyclists are abusing the situation”: Irish council considers cycling speed limit after reports of ‘speed merchants in Lycra whipping past’ pedestrians on popular greenway

Local politician reports walker was hit and injured recently, other councillors suggesting cyclists "need to slow down before there is a serious accident" on the 23km off-road path

Tue, Nov 04, 2025 15:46
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“The most direct and efficient power transfer on the market”: Q36.5 and SRM to launch pedal and shoe combo with ultra-low stack height

Italian clothing brand teams up with German power meter pioneer to create a pedal/shoe setup that offers “an evolutionary leap in pedalling performance and race feel”

Tue, Nov 04, 2025 14:00
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Newlane releases ‘world’s first’ folding helmet with Mips protection system

Newlane's innovative folding helmet now has the addition of the Mips AirNode system, as used by many major cycling helmet brands and said to provide additional protection against rotational impacts

Tue, Nov 04, 2025 13:08
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“We felt like our backs were up against the wall”: US cycling clothing brand challenging Donald Trump’s tariffs with Supreme Court lawsuit

Clothing company to challenge controversial economic policy in court next week, numerous brands from across the bike industry having warned of the impact of tariffs on business

Tue, Nov 04, 2025 11:55
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“He would start racing right away”: race organiser blames UAE for not letting Tadej Pogacar race cyclocross; “Stop active travel ideology” says Reform ex-MP “Residents divided over planned cycle lane to replace “death trap” + more on the live blog

Callum is here bemoaning the lack of Oier Lazkano news as he brings you the internet's best and worst related to the humble bicycle.

Tue, Nov 04, 2025 09:55
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Bike lanes crucial to preventing cycling near misses, major new study suggests

Analysis of London commuters' cycle journeys suggests majority of dangerous incidents happen during rush hour and on roads without dedicated cycling infrastructure

Tue, Nov 04, 2025 09:42
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Tailfin scores a perfect 10 and Favero’s lightweight power pedals impress: road.cc Recommends updated with 8 great cycling products

A fantastic eight products have earned road.cc Recommends badges this month, with a perfect Tailfin setup, more clever on-bike storage solutions, pro-level pedals and more

Mon, Nov 03, 2025 17:05
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Cyclist gets new 3D printed face after drunk driver left him with severe facial burns

The cyclist was trapped under car and the side of his face, including his eye, nose and part of his neck, was burned by the exhaust

Mon, Nov 03, 2025 16:26
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Cotic brings improved geometry, new cable routing and UDH compatibility to its second generation Cascade gravel bike

With prices starting at £1,350, the Cascade gets a well deserved facelift and frames are now made in Portugal

Mon, Nov 03, 2025 14:22
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“Ludicrous non-story”: Daily Mail claims drivers, cyclists and even joggers “risk being ticketed” by 10mph speed limit… but ignore fact local restriction only temporary during roadworks (and speed limits don’t apply to runners or cyclists)

Daily Mail bemoans "life in 10mph Britain" and blames "completely wrong" Labour council, despite the local authority confirming the speed limit is only temporary for safety during works

Mon, Nov 03, 2025 14:01
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Is a new Canyon Aeroad or Ultimate coming soon? Mathieu van der Poel spotted riding mystery new bike with redesigned handlebars and increased tyre clearance

The Dutch rider has been seen riding what appears to be a new Canyon bike, with some features that are a clear departure from any road bike in the German brand's current road bike range

Mon, Nov 03, 2025 12:31
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Concerns that £40m cycle route is a flooding risk due to lack of “decent drainage”

Councillor “astonished” by drainage issues on major new cycle route, after "significant pool of water" appeared following "light drizzle"

Mon, Nov 03, 2025 11:22
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“Riders always have a big mouth… only after they retire”: Pro cyclist questions Luke Rowe’s ‘make dopers’ lives hell’ rant’; Spectacular home trainer crash; Lazkano denies cheating; “This is not how to pass a cyclist” + more on the live blog

Welcome back to another week on the live blog, Dan Alexander raring to go with your Monday round-up

Mon, Nov 03, 2025 08:58
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“Wear a helmet, please”: Zoe Bäckstedt says “my helmet saved my life” after suffering hand and wrist fractures in training crash

The reigning U23 cyclocross and time trial champion, who will miss the start of the ‘cross season due to the crash, posted a photo of her scuffed and cracked helmet on Instagram

Sat, Nov 01, 2025 15:17
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“Let’s stop glorifying the thinnest and lightest, and start championing longevity”: Is the cycling industry doing enough on climate action?

There’s a growing gulf between how the bike industry views its sustainability efforts and what consumers now expect, a new report assessing climate action within cycling has found

Sat, Nov 01, 2025 13:48
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