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University study seeks cyclists to take painkillers

Are you an elite cyclist who WANTS to take potentially performance-enhancing painkillers? The University of Kent wants to hear from you

University study seeks elite cyclists willing to take strong painkillers... for science

Tue, May 06, 2025 15:58

Updated Cannondale Synapse endurance bike offers “desirability and performance”… and space for 42mm tyres

Updated Synapse “blends WorldTour-level aerodynamics and stiffness-to-weight with top-tier tyre clearance, compliance, and smart features”, according to Cannondale

Tue, May 06, 2025 13:30

Chinese bikes to US down 17% ahead of Trump tariffs, but global exports rise as China Bicycle Association highlights European growth

Global exports rise 15.5% in first quarter of 2025, after Chinese bicycle production reached 99.54 million in 2024, but US exports down 17 per cent in Q1

Tue, May 06, 2025 11:38

Firefighters cut cyclist free after rider impaled leg on handlebar

Paramedics and fire crew respond to incident on coastal cycle path in North Wales after a handlebar "penetrated" a cyclist's leg during a crash

Tue, May 06, 2025 09:54

London road with cyclists, pedestrians and drivers

“Never about road safety, but about populist vote winning”: Cyclists slam harsher penalties proposed for dangerous riders, arguing “motorists get away with it on an almost daily basis”, but others claim “it introduces parity” + more on the live blog

A Tuesday live blog to kick off the week? I could get used to that… Join Adwitiya as he recovers from all the snooker by shifting his focus back to cycling (Il Giro starts this weekend), and maybe some football

Tue, May 06, 2025 08:19

One cyclist dead and three seriously injured after being hit by bus driver in Mallorca

Authorities have suggested a possible mechanical failure of the vehicle which resulted in the crash, with one Pollença resident claiming that the buses are “very unsafe”

Mon, May 05, 2025 15:20

Cyclists and pedestrians in Castle Park, Bristol

Life imprisonment for riders who kill pedestrians under ‘dangerous cycling’ law “unlikely to improve road safety”, claims expert

The road safety expert also called for a “greater focus” on “conventional collisions” between drivers and pedestrians, as opposed to the “tiny fraction” of offences caused by cyclists

Mon, May 05, 2025 13:08

Police force trials use of ‘forensic spray’ to identify anti-social bike riders

Dorset Police says the new 'SmartTag' spray is currently being used to "support officers with dedicated operations to tackle anti-social behaviour on motorbikes, e-bikes and quadbikes"

Mon, May 05, 2025 10:45

Cyclists 44% more likely to be killed by “supersized” SUVs than smaller passenger vehicles, as researchers warn against “proliferation of larger vehicles”

The study, which analysed real-world collision data from almost 700,00 crashes, also found that a child hit by an SUV or light truck driver was 82% more likely to be killed

Mon, May 05, 2025 08:03

John Stevenson

Legendary bike journalist, shouty northern bloke, dog whisperer, all round good egg and a massive part of road.cc and the wider cycling community has died

Sun, May 04, 2025 19:41

2025 Ventete aH-1 helmet and pump – worn 1.jpg

Would you buy a £350 inflatable bike helmet? Latest air-filled lid hopes to tempt commuters

We visited HEAD Lab at Imperial College London to watch Ventete's inflatable aH-1 helmet put through testing

Sun, May 04, 2025 09:00

What’s going on with this hub we spotted in Mallorca? Plus Trek’s snakeskin finish, more 3D-printed saddle shenanigans and a kids’ bike that grows with your child

All the hottest new tech from Trek, Lavelle, Wahoo, Pas Normal Studios, Kickstarter and Posedla

Sat, May 03, 2025 11:00

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“Leaving children unprotected”: Trump tariffs on cycle helmets spark safety concerns, as trade group calls for cycling industry exemption amid warnings of “devastating” closures and lay-offs

“The current tariffs will have devastating impacts on our industry if not adjusted in the near term,” PeopleForBikes said in an open letter they plan to send to the US president

Fri, May 02, 2025 17:55

Van driver clips cyclist during dangerous rush hour overtake on Grosvenor Road, London

“It’s always the cyclist’s fault”: Driver blasts horn and clips cyclist with wing mirror in “closest pass I’ve ever seen” – but motorists say “he should have been in the cycle lane”

One Conservative councillor responded to footage of the close pass, described as “deplorable” and “absolutely shocking”, by claiming “some cyclists do not help themselves”

Fri, May 02, 2025 16:34

British cycling clothing brand Fat Lad At The Back set to close – despite owners saying business is “doing well”

“We’re financially secure, it’s business as usual for now… we’re proud to say it’s going out on a high,” FLAB co-owner Lynn Bye said

Fri, May 02, 2025 10:59

“Why lower your stem when you can flip your handlebar”: Cyclists confused by ‘café racer’-style bars, but some claim it’s “probably” aero, comfortable and cool; “Tadej is our Messi”, says teammate; Blind pizza-making with Evenepoel + more on the live blog

Those short sleeve jerseys and shorts in the closet are looking real good right now… Join Adwitiya as he brings you all the cycling news and reactions ahead of the weekend

Fri, May 02, 2025 08:12

Cannondale Scalpel belonging to Jolanda Neff stolen

“What a stressful morning”: Olympic champion’s race bike stolen… and found in bush by local schoolchild hours later

Mountain bike star Jolanda Neff reported that her special edition Cannondale Scalpel had been nicked overnight – only to be discovered by neighbour Nina on her way to school

Thu, May 01, 2025 16:25

Cycle and pedestrian access closed to Sainsbury’s, Tollgate, Colchester

“Sainsbury’s only thinks about car drivers”: Supermarket slammed for closing cycle access during works, diverting cyclists onto narrow footway or “fast and busy” dual carriageway

“This appears to be a typical lack of thought for people on bikes by the grocery sector,” said one local cycling campaigner, as the council opens an investigation into the closure

Thu, May 01, 2025 14:59

Hunt revamps Aerodynamicist wheel range to offer “class-leading aerodynamic performance-to-weight metrics with wide road tyres”

British wheel brand releases three new wheelsets with weights starting at 1,175g and prices from £1,149

Thu, May 01, 2025 14:00

Jeremy Vine and BBC Radio Scotland debate

“Ludicrous adversarial clickbait”: BBC asks, “Is public sympathy for cyclists wearing thin?” – as around-the-world cyclist Mark Beaumont claims Jeremy Vine’s bike videos “encourage division”

The debate, featured on BBC Radio Scotland’s Mornings programme, has been accused of promoting an ‘us and them’ agenda by cyclists on social media

Thu, May 01, 2025 12:21

“It’s been mummified!”: Have you ever seen a cassette like this? Bike shop has to fully degrease “just to get it back on”… after customer didn’t want it replaced; Vittoria Bussi targets Hour Record again; DnB On The Bike is back + more on the live blog

It's the first live blog of May and things are looking very summery here in the UK... stay inside and read the live blog with Dan Alexander, it's too hot out there...

Thu, May 01, 2025 08:08

Shimano scraps custom clothing line due to “increasing competition, shifting retailer priorities, and supply chain challenges”, leading to 13 job losses

The Japanese bike components giant also announced that it would be scaling back its regular cycling apparel range as part of organisational changes

Wed, Apr 30, 2025 13:56

New version of Ado Air 20 gets Bafang’s automatic 3-speed motor

Don’t suppose we can really call it a single-speed at this point

Wed, Apr 30, 2025 12:11

“They’re going to cut my legs off, I’d like one last ride with them”: Former British para-cycling champion’s final ride for charity before voluntary double leg amputation

Tom Staniford, who has a very rare genetic condition, gave his legs a “good send-off” with a flat, friendly ride in Exeter – raising over £11,600 for charity in the process

Wed, Apr 30, 2025 11:25

“The roads are not only paralysed – they’re dirty”: Locals slam “disgraceful trail of rubbish” left by cyclists during Mallorca 312 event; Should the Giro d’Italia be moved to August?; Tadej Pogačar casually chats… at 420 watts + more on the live blog

Just like Sam Watson at the Tour de Romandie, Ryan Mallon doesn’t have a clue what’s coming up on the Wednesday live blog – but he promises it’ll be packed with the latest, fast-cornering cycling news and views

Wed, Apr 30, 2025 08:52