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Michelle Froome deletes social media account after Muslims “drain on modern society” rant, as pro-Palestine activists call for protests against Israel-Premier Tech

Michelle Froome, the agent and wife of seven-time Grand Tour winner Chris Froome, appeared today to have deleted her X (formerly Twitter) account, only to reinstate it hours later – two days after publishing a series of inflammatory posts claiming that Muslims are “here to take over” and are a “drain on modern society”, and … Read more

Aldi apologises after bike racks blocked with compost left customer asking “why do you hate cyclists so much?”

Aldi has apologised and promised to ensure cycle parking racks are free from supermarket stock in future after one customer found themselves unable to lock their bike due to a pile of compost grow bags outside their local store.Simon Colley took to social media to raise the issue with the bargain supermarket chain, questioning: “Why … Read more

New bike day! We preview Pinarello, Scott, Giant and Van Rysel bikes + some funky bars from Redshift

In the last fortnight, the road.cc office has become more akin to a bike shop, as new bikes have been rolling in left right and centre… but we’re not complaining, it is spring after all and that’s when we all want to ride more! So with that, we have a quartet of new bikes in this edition of … Read more

A history of folding bikes with Mark Bickerton (and the story behind THAT very 80s TV ad) plus tales from Paris-Roubaix on the road.cc Podcast

It’s time for episode 75 of the road.cc Podcast, a two-parter that is as chalk and cheese as we’ve ever recorded in cycling terms… but that’s how we like it! Listen to the road.cc Podcast on Apple Podcasts Listen to the road.cc Podcast on Spotify Listen to the road.cc Podcast on Amazon MusicThe gloriously retro ‘Go … Read more

Contraflow cycling confusion as council paints bike markings on “narrow one-way” streets, raising fears over “accident waiting to happen” layout

The introduction of contraflow cycling markings on a series of narrow one-way streets in Bournemouth has raised questions among residents and active travel groups about what the benefit of opening the route up to two-way cycling is and whether the site is suitable and safe to do so.While the initial reports of community concern were … Read more

Alpkit Toploader

The Alpkit Toploader handlebar bag is great – a very useful size, easy to access and impressively weatherproof. It’s built very tough in the UK, too. It’s easy to recommend.For more options, check out our guide to the best bikepacking bags – and our feature 15 easy ways to carry stuff on your bike for … Read more

“He’s a Yorkshireman and that’s not beer”: Tom Pidcock STILL unimpressed with Amstel’s offering – even after finally winning the beer’s race; Why don’t cyclists use the cycle lanes? Because they’re “constantly blocked” by vehicles + more on the live blog

Tom Pidcock overcomes brutal blisters to win Amstel Gold Race, jokes “for a second time” after previous photo finish drama

Tom Pidcock’s Paris-Roubaix war wounds, namely some eye-watering blisters on his hands, were shown off in his post-race interview moments after winning Amstel Gold Race, the British rider joking “for a second time” having previously been on the losing end of photo finish drama at the 2021 edition.The victory was a display of class from the … Read more

Boardman SLR 8.6

The Boardman SLR 8.6 is one of the very best entry-level bikes around. It’s light for the price, has a very good range of gearing – and a lively and comfortable ride. The components are well chosen, mudguard and rear rack fittings add real-world practicality, and it’s one of the least expensive bikes out there I’d … Read more

“Steals it on the line!”: Lorena Wiebes left red-faced as early celebration lets Marianne Vos snatch Amstel Gold Race win

Lorena Wiebes today became the latest professional cyclist to learn the harsh lesson that you should never celebrate your victory too early, the Dutch sprinter raising her arms prematurely and opening the door to compatriot Marianne Vos’ bike-throw victory at Amstel Gold Race.Many will have sympathy for the SD Worx rider, who was seen disconsolate … Read more