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UCI issues “further clarification” on new tech rules including controversial 40cm handlebar width… by printing the same changes again, with some diagrams

Ah, the Friday afternoon press release – the PR equivalent of ‘nothing to see here folks, let’s move on, shall we?’Because, after a week of at-times ferocious criticism following its decision to introduce a series of revamped tech rules, including controversial new restrictions on handlebar and fork width, the UCI has decided to send out … Read more

“Get that bike back in the van!” Tour de France tech tales from the Dauphiné, Factor’s radical bike, and the backlash to new UCI rules + Does Cycle to Work still… work?

For most of the pro cycling world, June is all about altitude camps, warm-up races, and fine-tuning that all-important preparation ahead of the big one: the Tour de France. But here at road.cc, it really means only one thing: our annual tech-spotting pilgrimage to the Critérium du Dauphiné! (Or whatever it’s going to be called … Read more

Cyclist ‘doored’ by passenger of driverless taxi illegally parked in bike lane sues Google-owned company after tech failure caused “violent” crash

A San Francisco-based cyclist is suing autonomous driving tech firm Waymo after she was seriously injured when one of the brand’s driverless taxis stopped in a cycle lane and a passenger opened its back door, striking the cyclist and causing her to smash into another Waymo car that was also illegally blocking the bike path.According … Read more

Canyon revives the sub-£1,000 road bike: new £949 Endurace AllRoad is “most versatile road bike possible at best possible price”

Canyon has launched a new sub-£1,000 road bike that it hopes will be “the best and most versatile road bike possible, at the best possible price”, shaking up its range with an aluminium, carbon-forked endurance (sorry, that’s Endurace) bike that has the new(ish) 10-speed Shimano Cues groupset, hydraulic disc brakes, and space for up to 40mm … Read more

Connex Liquid Wax

Connex Liquid Wax is a high-performance chain lubricant that promises to reduce wear and enhance efficiency, all without the extra work of traditional hot immersion wax options. It delivers impressive performance, but with a relatively small bottle and a steep price tag, it’s a premium option that won’t suit every budget.Connex has collaborated with German … Read more