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What was the biggest cycling story of 2025?

Trump tariffs, more industry woes, ITV's farewell, anti-Israel protests and eye-watering fines for cyclists — it was another busy year in 2025

Sat, Dec 27, 2025 10:00

A rear light designed to reduce close passes, an electric mini pump from Truflo + more cool stuff from Rapha, Ortlieb and Pragmasis

A close-pass rear light, electric pump, rain jacket, wall anchor and two-in-one backpack feature in our latest round-up of products in for review

Mon, Dec 15, 2025 14:19

Garmin’s latest power meter pedals, a £325 front light from Exposure + more cool things from Rapha, Oquo and Magicshine

This week’s line-up includes a £325 smart front light, updated Rapha winter tights, pro-level Oquo wheels and Magicshine’s photochromic glasses

Mon, Dec 08, 2025 16:30

A helmet with a crash detection system from Lumos, plus more cool things for urban riding from Shimano, Rapha, Merida + Michelin

From smart helmets and reflective gear to tyres, bikes, and drivetrains, here's some of the latest and greatest kit to land at road.cc HQ

Mon, Oct 27, 2025 13:15

Rapha slashes valuation by £102m amid £15m loss and eighth straight year in the red, but insists “great work being done” to turn business around

Premium cycling clothing brand has lost £35m in the past two years, with turnover dropping by £14m in 2024 — but new CEO Fran Millar insists "we know the things we need to change and we are already making bold moves in the right direction"

Mon, Oct 20, 2025 14:00

Should roads be ‘no cycle zones’? Drivers call for cyclists to be fined for not using cycle lanes; Dumoulin’s superfast marathon; Seixas’ epic 323km ride; Andorra’s ‘real’ race; No Vuelta for Pogačar; Rapha x USA; Q36.5-Pinarello? + more on the live blog

The 2025 road season may finally be over and done with, but Ryan Mallon’s still here to bring you all the latest mudguard-sporting cycling news, views, and silly videos on the Monday live blog

Mon, Oct 20, 2025 08:59

Rapha ends partnership with EF teams; Tadej Pogačar wins again; Israeli pro hits back as Israel-Premier Tech announce identity change; Tour of Britain Men & Women announce equal 5-day races for 2026; + more on the live blog

It's Tuesday, and some stories just won't go away. Callum is here to keep you updated on all things two-wheels

Tue, Oct 07, 2025 08:57

2025 Rapha Pro Team Shadow Collection riding shot

Rapha launches PFAS-free Pro Team Shadow range for rough weather conditions, claiming that it hits “the sweetspot between protection and breathability”

British brand promises its new Pro Team Shadow collection offers high levels of windproofing, water resistance and breathability, plus plenty of stretch, that will suit riders regularly putting in the hard yards this winter

Mon, Sep 29, 2025 10:58

“We messed up”: Rapha issues refunds after major typo spotted on 10-year anniversary kit

Premium cycling clothing brand "owns up to mistake" after confused customers reported a rather large error on several items from the new Rapha Cycling Club x David Carson collection

Fri, Aug 29, 2025 08:58

Local paper accuses British Cycling of “censoring” village named Three Cocks; Never ask ‘why is Tadej Pogačar going so slow?’; Down the Koppenberg at 70km/h; Jockey wheels have left the chat; Vuelta S6; 20-year wait for cycle path + more on the live blog

We've got all your cycling news, reaction, silliness and more on our Thursday live blog, Dan Alexander taking over from Ryan and promising not to make too many Grimsby Town jokes...

Thu, Aug 28, 2025 08:07