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“People will come up to me and say: ‘Yeah, f*** cycling!’ No, that’s not the message!” Comedian Kathy Maniura on creating ‘The Cycling Man’, your local bike lane’s worst nightmare

Do you know the Cycling Man? If not, that’s because you might well be the Cycling Man. Or, at the very least, you may share a few traits with him.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 Cycling Man, the … Read more

The best and worst gravel bike upgrades (according to Liam)

I quite like upgrading my gravel bike, and I bet you do too. Whether you’re chasing a faster average speed, trying to make the bike more “sendy,” or just looking to carry more snacks, the aftermarket is a goldmine (or minefield).But let’s be honest: some upgrades make a massive difference, while others are just a … Read more

Cow dung blamed as diarrhoea, fever, and vomiting hit the peloton ahead of the Giro d’Italia

If you were drawing up a list of factors that could influence this year’s Giro d’Italia, Belgian cattle probably wouldn’t be one of them. But a herd of Walloon cows have, bizarrely, already had an impact on this year’s race, with manure on the roads at the Famenne Ardenne Classic believed to be behind a … Read more

Virtual cyclists set to face random drug tests as MyWhoosh launches first ever anti-doping programme for e-cycling

When it comes to virtual racing, discussions around cheating tend to focus on tech-based shortcuts like data hacking, bots, or even carbon fibre exoskeletons. But the brave new world of e-cycling has gone decidedly old school this week, with the news that MyWhoosh is introducing random drug tests for racers on its platform.MyWhoosh, which has … Read more

Test of Time: Bont Vaypor S shoes

I’ve been using Bont cycling shoes for many years now and the Vaypor S is possibly my all-time favourite for combining stiffness, comfort and a big scoop of durability. Here are five reasons why it has stood the test of time.Google says that I was writing about Bont shoes as far back as 2011 – when Bradley … Read more

Selle San Marco’s gravel-specific Shortfit Allroad saddles bring new levels of comfort to your cycling adventures

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Pakbrite PakLite Mini rear light

The Pakbrite Paklite Mini is a bright, long-lasting rear light with smart features that you can use on its own or as part of the brand’s modular accessory system.The Paklite Mini’s strong spec and high 220-lumen maximum output don’t come cheap. At £66.65, it is one of the most expensive options out there. Indeed, it’s … Read more

“Everything is being made for cyclists but you don’t see many of them”: Locals claim “nightmare” cycle lanes forcing drivers to rat-run; Bikes at polling stations; Delgado weighs in on Seixas; + more on the live blog

The missing Lynskey? US titanium specialist is latest bike brand to file for bankruptcy

Lynskey, the US-based bike manufacturer that’s helped bring the benefits of titanium to cyclists around the world, has filed for bankruptcy. The voluntary petition was filed in the US Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee on 30 April 2026.According to the filings, the company has liabilities between $1 million and $10 million, but … Read more

Brompton unveils P Line Mk II folding bike

Brompton has launched a new generation of its P Line folding bike, the Mk II version coming with a new aluminium crankset and handlebar with ergonomic grips and a carbon fork. It also has Brompton’s existing Superlight Saddle. The P Line – which evolved from the Brompton Superlight in 2021 – is designed as a lightweight … Read more