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Be prepared for any weather with SKS Oct 2025

Be prepared for all weathers and any eventuality with the best kit from legendary mudguard maker SKS

From classic mudguards, to easy-fit, to complete commuting options, we look at the best SKS products that will help you stay free of road spray, as well as some other SKS products that might make your ride just a little easier

Mon, Oct 20, 2025 10:54

Shimano is trying to figure out why Europe has a “critical” bike mechanic shortage

The components giant has launched a call for evidence aimed at tackling the growing shortage of skilled bike mechanics across the continent, which it says risks creating barriers to cycling

Mon, Jun 30, 2025 14:24

“The things we’ll do to avoid changing bar tape once a year”: Mechanics horrified (and a little bit impressed) by cyclist whose sweat-corroded handlebar completely snapped mid-ride, but he somehow walked away uninjured + more on the live blog

Another day of all the news, views, reaction and more from the world of cycling this Thursday, Dan Alexander taking you one step closer to the weekend and (hopefully) keeping you entertained

Thu, Jun 26, 2025 08:08

“A solution to a problem that didn’t exist”: Bike mechanics united in hatred for “infuriating” internal cable routing ask “should we all start charging more to repair it?”; Toughest Giro climb so far; Drunken 70s cycling gold + more on the live blog

It's like the good ol' days on the live blog this week... unfortunately for you that means you're stuck with Dan Alexander and Jack Sexty for your Wednesday round-up of everything worth knowing (and plenty that's not) from the world of cycling today

Wed, May 21, 2025 08:05

GO Outdoors x Activate Apprenticeship in Bike Mechanics – 6

Go Outdoors aims to resolve national shortage of cycle mechanics – by offering apprenticeships to store staff

Retailer to provide Cytech-accredited courses to staff with aim of having a mechanic in each store - however, current and former bike mechanics cite low pay and long hours as reasons for the shortages

Wed, Jan 10, 2024 15:06

Rapha unveils Mechanics off-the-bike clothing

New collection includes a jacket, trousers, jeans and shirts suitable for the workshop and for casual use

Tue, Sep 24, 2019 11:00