The number of Chinese bikes imported to the US recovered slightly in the two months following this summer’s tariff-induced low point.Figures provided by the US International Trade Commission (ITC) showed that in June bicycle imports dropped 74 per cent on the same month last year, plunging to just over 190,000 units. Meanwhile, overall Chinese bike imports … Read more
There are some odd, and sometimes inaccurate terms used in the cycling world that whilst we usually know what they mean, don’t always make proper engineering sense. I’m not sure that anyone will change their word usage after reading this, so ingrained are these terms in cycling, but it may cause a moment for reflection, and even … Read more
With just weeks to go, Monday brought us a late contender for one of the strangest stories of 2025 — social media filled with confusion and disbelief after screenshots from Specialized’s website began circulating featuring a disc brake rotor fitted on the same side as a rear derailleur and… a cassette on the front wheel.While some questioned … Read more
If you’re stuck for Christmas present ideas, Sotheby’s is adding some serious cycling bling to Collector’s Week in Abu Dhabi with four exceptionally rare Colnago bikes, including Tadej Pogačar’s Tour de France Y1Rs, a C35 Oro collaboration with Ferrari, and the C68 Rossa No. 1 bike ridden during the official presentation of La Vuelta 2025. … Read more
Premium bicycle components manufacturer Campagnolo has confirmed it is making redundancies as part of a “financial plan” to “strengthen competitiveness and ensure sustainable growth in the medium to long term”.The statement provided to road.cc follows a report in the Italian press last week suggesting that Campagnolo was laying off 40 per cent of its staff … Read more
The Assos Mille GT Hashoogi Winter Bib Tights S11 feature an excellent chamois pad, brushed cotton to keep you warm on all but the coldest of winter rides and smart design features to improve comfort where it really matters. They are a great option for endurance rides in cold and dry conditions.Unboxing seems to be … Read more
We may earn affiliate commission from some of the links on this pageWhether you’re after a high-end aero race bike, a gravel racer, or an endurance bike – or just like looking at some seriously expensive bikes – our reviewers have been testing some of the latest models from Wilier, Merida, Specialized, BMC, and 3T. Here’s what … Read more
A cyclist, who was left with injuries and a broken bike after being hit by a van driver who did not give way at a junction was left disappointed with the police response: a driver awareness course , the standard punishment often given to drivers who receive fines and points on their licences for close … Read more
Legendary English saddle maker Brooks has released a limited run of colourful saddles made from leftover leather discovered during a “long over-due tidy up” of its factory. Far from scrapping it or taking a trip to the charity shop, Brooks has instead transformed the old leather into a new limited edition range called Unearthed, and all saddles … Read more
