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Trump tariffs led to bike sales “free fall” says Chinese brand, as US imports plunge in first half of 2025
The number of bikes imported to the United States in the first half of 2025 dropped by 25 per cent to just over four million, with the second quarter of the year witnessing a 35 per cent fall as uncertainty caused by Donald Trump’s controversial tariff policy gripped the cycling industry.According to figures provided by … Read more
“No plans” for Israel-Premier Tech to drop ‘Israel’ from name, as sports director blasts “King of the Vuelta” Matteo Jorgenson’s calls for squad to leave race following protests
There are currently “no plans” for Israel-Premier Tech to drop ‘Israel’ from its name next year, the under-fire team confirmed this morning, following reports in the Belgian press that the squad would be known simply as Premier Tech in 2026.On Thursday night, Le Soir reported that references to Israel are expected to be removed from … Read more
Velocio Men’s Merino LUXE Colorblock Jersey
The Velocio Men’s Merino LUXE Colorblock Jersey is a premium, high-end option that stands out from the crowd. The fabric is mainly merino wool, which has a distinct feel, and I think the two-tone top looks stylish – especially when paired with the matching LUXE shorts. It’s not going to be for everyone, but it might just … Read more
“The lightest road bike on the market”: Cervélo finally unveils new R5, weighing just 5.97kg
In one of the least surprising bike launches of 2025, Cervélo has officially unveiled its new R5. Yes, that’s the climbing bike which this summer Visma-Lease a Bike were spotted with at the Tour de France and that Pauline Ferrand-Prévot rode to the yellow jersey in the women’s race — so no, nobody’s surprised, but at least now … Read more
Schwalbe Click Valve hits the mark and Hunt wheels offer great value – road.cc Recommends updated with 14 more excellent products
We may earn affiliate commission from some of the links on this pageAugust has been another busy month for our reviewers, testing a wide range of cycling kit, bikes, and tech. We have wheels and helmets that deliver serious bang for your bike, to innovative gadgets like the Schwalbe Clik valves. 14 products made the Recommends cut … Read more
“Sense prevails!” At-risk cycle lanes saved at last minute as temporary cycling infrastructure to be made permanent in victory for campaigners
Cycling campaigners in Edinburgh have secured an important victory for the city’s active travel infrastructure, after the council finally approved the decision to make permanent several of the Scottish capital’s temporary, bollard-protected cycle lanes.With a looming deadline threatening the future of the cycle lanes, and following a protracted saga characterised by a series of delays … Read more
Quad Lock Cycle – Waterproof Wireless Charging Head
The Quad Lock Waterproof Wireless Charging Head is a solid, waterproof way to charge your phone on your bike. You need to use a Quad Lock phone case and have a Quad Lock 360-compatible mount – but once you’re invested, it’s an excellent way to keep your phone visible and charged in the worst of … Read more
How on earth has Scott worked out its brand-new Addict is now “50% more comfortable”?
Are you sitting comfortably? Scott says you will be if you’re perched on the new Addict, “50 per cent more comfortable” in fact.This isn’t another Scott Addict RC less than 12 months on from the brand last year unveiling its new 5.9kg top-end lightweight race bike. No, this is the Addict without RC on the end, which is its, still rather shiny … Read more