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“They wanted us to take them somewhere people would say they didn’t like cyclists…” Cyclists: Scourge of the Streets production crew accused of inflaming ‘war on the roads’ mentality

The production team behind an inflammatory programme on cycling, aired on Channel 5 last night, deliberately sought out people who ‘didn’t like cyclists’, and didn’t contact the police department responsible for the safety of London cyclists, where much of the show was filmed, road.cc has learned.The 45-minute programme, aired on Channel 5 last night, raised widespread concerns … Read more

Tour de France pro bike: Peter Sagan’s Specialized S-Works Venge Disc – Best looking bike in the peloton?

Could this be the bike that helps Peter Sagan to not only defend the green jersey at the 2019 Tour de France but to win it for a record-breaking 7th time? The points jersey classification has become Sagan’s to lose, and few would bet against him.He’s once again racing a Specialized S-Works Venge which is … Read more

Live blog: Cyclists aren’t the “Scourge Of The Streets” says Chris Boardman ahead of tonight’s Channel 5 documentary – they’re people’s family members; Grayson Perry’s blinging bike; TdF latest + more

Welcome to Tuesday’s live blog, with Jack Sexty, Simon MacMichael and the rest of the team.

2019 Canyon road bikes – explore the range with our complete guide

Updated July 5, 2019 Welcome to the latest edition of road.cc’s buyer’s guide to the Canyon road bike range in which we explore the full range of drop-handlebar bikes from the German direct-sales brand including the all-new Grail gravel and adventure bike. In this updated edition of our guide to the Canyon range, we’ve added … Read more

Tour de France Stage 4: Elia Viviani wins, Julian Alaphilippe keeps lead as Deceuninck-Quick Step carry the day (+ reaction and video highlights)

Elia Viviani of Deceuninck-Quick Step has won Stage 4 of the Tour de France in Nancy – his first ever victory at the race – with his team-mate Julian Alaphilippe, winner of yesterday’s stage into Epernay, remaining in the overall lead.On the second of the day’s Catgeory 4 climbs, crested 15 kilometres from the finish, … Read more

E-bike incentives are over twice as effective as electric car grants, says The Bicycle Association

Rapha Pro Team Long Sleeve Aero Jersey

Rapha’s Pro Team Long Sleeve Aero Jersey is a slim-fitting top designed for speed freaks riding in cooler temperatures. It’s not for racing but for fast training rides, and as well as being aero it’s comfortable, breathable and well made. Pros: Aero, good pockets, great looks Cons: Tight fit, no wind or rain protection It’s all … Read more

Hull newspaper publishes retraction of story about non-existent city centre cycling ban

A Hull newspaper has issued a retraction of an article in which it wrongly claimed that cyclists are banned from riding bikes in parts of the city centre.The story, originally reported by Hull Live, was a front page lead on the Hull Daily Mail last month.But as we reported on Saturday, once readers pointed out … Read more

Wahoo Fitness acquires The Sufferfest indoor training platform

Wahoo Fitness has announced that it intends to complete the acquisition of The Sufferfest indoor cycling platform. 13 of the best indoor cycling apps Review: Wahoo Kickr 2018With Wahoo providing the hardware in the form of their Kickr smart training family, Elemnt GPS units and accessories such as the Kickr Headwind, the integration of The Sufferfest will now mean they can offer an extensive training app ready … Read more

Tour de France pro bike: Alejandro Valverde’s Canyon Ultimate CF SLX

This is the Canyon Ultimate CF SLX belonging to Team Movistar’s Alejandro Valverde.Valverde, aged 39, has had a long and sometimes controversial career – he served a two year ban as a result of the Operacion Puerto blood doping investigation. He has won well over 100 professional races including the Vuelta a Espana, Criterium du … Read more