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“Sky chucked me under a bus… It’ll come out”: Bradley Wiggins says doping accusations enabled team to “protect someone else”

Sir Bradley Wiggins has claimed that Team Sky “chucked me under a bus” concerning the doping allegations levelled against him, the 2012 Tour de France winner insinuating that the resulting scandals were manipulated to protect someone else and that the truth “will come out” eventually.Wiggins made the claim during an in-depth interview with the Times, … Read more

DealClincher x Sigma Sports takeover: save 38% on Vittoria’s most durable road tyres, £2,000 off the Specialized Aethos Expert, Assos chamois cream down to just £15 + loads more

Looking to upgrade your bike, or even invest in a whole new one? Lucky you, because Sigma Sports is running a flash sale packed with huge savings! Whether you’re looking to winterproof your bike, upgrade your bike, or pick up essential kit, there’s plenty on offer: including a huge £3,500 off a Campagnolo-equipped Basso road bike, £2,000 … Read more

Former Israel-Premier Tech rider Derek Gee facing €30 million damages claim after terminating contract with team on “safety and personal belief” grounds

Canadian professional cyclist Derek Gee says he is facing a €30 million damages claim from Israel-Premier Tech after attempting to terminate his contract with the team, which will change its name and branding for 2026 after being the subject of several pro-Palestine protests this season.In a statement issued on social media on Thursday, Gee defended … Read more

Are cyclists “extremely selfish” for not pulling over for drivers? Or do motorists have a “responsibility to drive with care for others”? Clip of lorry driver ranting about “spread-out” cyclists holding up traffic divides opinion + more on the live blog

Restrap Switch Pannier 5L

The problem with the 5L Restrap Switch Pannier is that I have no complaints about any aspect of its design, build or even styling. So now what am I going to talk about? The weather? Oh great, these are waterproof, so even that’s not relevant. Damn you, Restrap, with your thoroughly excellent bags people should … Read more

SRAM wins legal challenge to suspend “harmful” gear restriction trial – but UCI hits back by claiming “riders’ safety does not appear to be a shared objective”

The UCI’s plan to test out controversial new rules on gear restrictions at next week’s Tour of Guangxi in China appears to be in jeopardy, after SRAM’s legal challenge against the “fundamentally unfair” policy was upheld by the Belgian Competition Authority, who have ordered cycling’s governing body to suspend the proposed trial with immediate effect.The … Read more

“The only self-balancing bike” is here to give your child the earliest possible start on two wheels

If you have an inkling that you might be the parent of the next Pogacar or Vos and want to start nurturing that talent ASAP, the specialist lightweight kids bike brand woom might have just the solution for you and your little’un. The woom Wow, said to be “the only self-balancing bike”, helps your child to … Read more

Pashley’s new Skyline mini velo aims to put a smile on your face (and fit in your hallway)

The latest new bike from Britain’s Pashley is a small-wheeled mini velo called the Skyline that’s “designed for day-to-day riding across multiple surfaces including road, parks and light gravel” and is made in Stratford-upon-Avon from Reynolds steel tubing. It’s available in three very different guises, starting at £1,795.2025 Pashley Skyline drop bar portrait (Image Credit: Pashley)The … Read more

Genesis Croix De Fer 30

The Genesis Croix De Fer 30 is built for gravel adventures. It’s not intended to be fast, but it’s very capable, tough enough to take on plenty of abuse, and makes the most of that lovely steel ride feel. It’s versatile too – you can use it on the road or away from it, as … Read more