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“It’s an unnecessary risk”: Jonas Vingegaard joins Patrick Lefevere in criticising gravel and cobbled stages in Tour de France… but fans (and Pogačar) think otherwise

Chaos and drama in the dust — stage 9 of the Tour de France had loads of entertainment on offer for the fans as riders made their way through the dirt roads around Troyes in France. However even before the stage began, defending champion and two-time Tour winner Jonas Vingegaard did not shy away from expressing … Read more

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Suspect charged after cyclist repeatedly punched and put in chokehold during violent bikejacking

A man has been charged after a cyclist was robbed of their £2,000 bike in Cardiff city centre, the victim punched a dozen times and placed in a chokehold. The victim had slammed the police for arriving 40 minutes after the crime was reported despite the police station being five minutes away on foot, while also claiming that no bystanders came to … Read more

Condolence ride to honour André Drege set to replace final stage of Tour of Austria, after Norwegian pro cyclist’s death

The Tour of Austria’s final stage has been cancelled after André Drege, a 25-year-old Norwegian cyclist, reportedly set to join WorldTour team Jayco-AlUla in 2025, died after crashing on a high-speed descent in yesterday’s penultimate stage. The stage has instead been replaced with a neutralised memorial ride to honour his father’s wish.The news sent the cycling world into a … Read more

Madison Roam Men’s Windproof Packable Primaloft Gilet

It does what it says on the tin really: Madison’s Roam Windproof Packable Primaloft Gilet keeps out the wind and fits in a jersey pocket easily. It’s reasonably priced, too, but the fit doesn’t quite work for me.For more options, insulated and not, check out our guide to the best cycling gilets.Madison doesn’t publish an … Read more

“An awful day for cycling”: Norwegian pro cyclist André Drege dies after crash on descent at Tour of Austria

Norwegian professional cyclist André Drege has died after a high-speed crash on a descent at the Tour of Austria, the race organisers confirmed on Saturday afternoon, in news that has once again left the cycling world reeling in shock.The 25-year-old, who was racing for Team Coop-Repsol, was part of the breakaway when he crashed at … Read more

Jelenew Evolve Y Back Bib Shorts 8″

The Jelenew Evolve Y Back Bib Shorts 8″ are high-quality shorts. Their female-specific cut and sleek design offer a figure-hugging fit, combined with a comfy chamois, but this all comes at a premium price.> Buy now: Jelenew Evolve Y Back Bib Shorts 8″ for £249 from JelenewJelenew is a women’s cycling and sports apparel brand, … Read more

Bike industry “ripe” for smart investment ahead of “significant” recovery from 2026, focusing on strong branding, e-bikes, and manufacturing a “higher share of the bike”, new research claims

The cycling industry is “ripe” for smart investment, and a renewed wave of merger and acquisition (M&A) deals, as it looks ahead to a profitable 2025 and “significant” medium to long-term growth, a new report has argued.This latest research, conducted by global investment bank Houlihan Lokey and consultancy Kearney, and published to coincide with this year’s … Read more

“UCI doing UCI things”: Disbelief as Tour de France pro fined for “inappropriate behaviour” after stopping to kiss wife during time trial

It was one of the most colourful moments of the Tour de France so far, Julien Bernard living the dream and getting to greet family and friends as the stage seven time trial passed through his home region of Burgundy. Bernard’s vocal supporters lined the climb, the Frenchman spurring the crowd on, before he stopped near … Read more