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“Every part we made for him taught us something we’ll use again”: Canyon unveils custom Grizl gravel bike with 32″ wheels specially made for basketball legend LeBron James

Standing at 6 feet 9 inches (205cm) tall, finding a bike to fit the NBA’s all-time top scorer (and cycling enthusiast) LeBron James was always going to be a challenge – too great a challenge, it seems, because the basketball legend has just had a fully custom Canyon Grizl gravel bike made for him, with … Read more

Motorists accuse council of “ignoring road safety in its cycling propaganda” – for posting photo of cyclist not wearing a helmet

Bristol City Council has been accused by a pro-motoring group of “ignoring road safety” in its so-called “cycling propaganda”, after the local authority posted a photo of a man riding a bike while not wearing a helmet.The image, showing a cyclist riding on Park Street in Bristol, was chosen to illustrate the council’s support for … Read more

Scott re-invents Addict Gravel with big tyre clearance, increased comfort and lighter frame

Scott has updated its Addict Gravel with space for tyres up to 57mm wide, increased frame compliance, and frame weights as low as 794g, saying that the new models offer long-ride comfort, stable handling, and the ability to carry what you need. 2027 Scott Addict Gravel 10 Photo © Scott Sports : Moritz Ablinger : … Read more

“Well done to the public”: Thief who used angle grinder to steal bike in broad daylight stopped by police… after being tackled by passers-by

Members of the public have been praised for their role in halting a brazen bike thief on a busy London street, after two passers-by tackled the criminal, enabling police officers to catch and arrest him.Christopher Forrester was jailed last month after pleading guilty to the theft of a bicycle and for breaching his Criminal Behaviour … Read more

Is cycling’s doping problem about to hit ultra racing? Why an elite ultra cyclist is increasingly concerned about the lack of testing in this growing discipline

In recent years, there has been growing media coverage of, and opportunity for, riders specialising in ultra-endurance events. Many established races now offer longer-distance versions, while many riders have become increasingly well-known for their epic endurance challenges and results. But with the appeal of the genre growing, sponsors taking notice of results and its huge … Read more

Pinarello revamps X Series endurance bikes with more tyre clearance, frame storage and a new flexing seatpost

Pinarello has updated its X Series endurance road bike range with increased tyre clearance, integrated frame storage, and prices starting at £3,000. 2027 Pinarello X9 complete bike studio (Image Credit: Pinarello) Increased tyre clearance? Everyone’s at it these days, in both the road and gravel worlds, and Pinarello now offers space to fit tyres up … Read more

“There was never any doubt the bikes would not be returned”: Shuttered shop responds to customers’ claims their bikes were “locked inside” and “stolen” after sudden closure

A bike shop in Bournemouth says it is working to ensure all customers can pick up their bikes in the wake of its sudden closure, amid concerns that bikes left for maintenance in the shop were “locked inside with no way to retrieve them”. However, any customers who paid deposits for new bikes will not … Read more

“1.5 mile detour? Oh poor you”: Builder criticised for moaning about Tour of Britain’s “Bloody Lycra Brigade” causing minor extension to his commute; Skeggy seaside sprint awaits Merlier & Kooij; High mountains return at Vuelta + more on the live blog

Teravail Updraft Light and Supple

The Teravail Updraft Light and Supple is a fast rolling and grippy tyre for hardpacked, dry surfaces and really comes into its own if your route has you hopping between the trails and the road. This long-term review has found it to be a durable, fast rolling tyre with a supple ride quality.I received these … Read more

Roxform Stride S

The Roxform Stride S is a straightforward hub motor step-through with 8-speed Shimano gearing and front suspension that feels a little superfluous for how the bike will most likely be used. It’s not incredible when you point it uphill, but you wouldn’t really expect it to be for this price. It’s a pretty smooth ride … Read more