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Aerobag airbag tech unveiled at 2026 Velofollies

UCI calls for “clear regulatory framework” to govern rider airbags

Cycling’s governing body says it is aiming to broaden the development of the safety tech to the “greatest number of manufacturers possible”, after Aerobag unveiled their system last month

Fri, Feb 20, 2026 11:17

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What are the UCI Snow Bike World Championships about, and why are they so controversial?

With 2026 UCI Snow Bike World Championships coming up we take a look at what they’re all about, and ponder on why some people take objection to their existence.

Fri, Feb 06, 2026 13:26

“Gear restrictions are a no-brainer”: Cadel Evans and Stuart O’Grady on cycling’s safety debate, how the sport has changed, protests, and why fans should “just enjoy watching Pogačar’s greatness”

The 2011 Tour de France winner and the 2007 Paris-Roubaix conqueror join the road.cc Podcast to discuss their shifting perspectives on the sport since retiring and why Tadej Pogačar isn’t boring, he’s just a “freak”

Sat, Dec 13, 2025 12:15

Does the pro mountain bike circuit really need more World Cup venues? The pros and cons of branching out beyond top level MTB’s European base

Ahead of the biggest season in racing history, we look at the new South Korean and North American venues, and ask whether it's too much, or a much-needed expansion

Tue, Dec 09, 2025 14:00

Mark Cavendish Giro d’Italia stage five crash 2023

Should all cyclists require a ‘bike handling licence’ to race? Retired pro calls for proficiency test and “crash course” to ride in peloton, as Tom Dumoulin says protective clothing should be “normalised”

“Cycling is the only sport where you go downhill at 100 kilometres per hour without any protection,” 2017 Giro d’Italia winner Dumoulin, who has previously called for padded kit, said

Sun, Nov 30, 2025 19:37

Toot Engineering takes on controversial UCI bar width rules with fully compliant “radical handlebar system”

The M3 bars start at €539, a custom 3D-printed version also available on request, Toot Engineering now bringing the product to market and calling it "a paradigm shift" from fitting riders to components to "designing an athlete-bike specific system"

Wed, Nov 26, 2025 15:52

“Good news for MAMILs”: Cycle to Work cap’s omission from Budget sparks “Big Bike conspiracy” jokes, after rumours “did wonders for bike shops pre-Christmas”; UAE building mountains for Pogačar?; Froome back on the road after crash + more on the live blog

It’s Budget Day! And Ryan Mallon’s back to keep your mind off all the economic doom and gloom by delving into his own red leather box, packed with all the latest cycling news and views on the Wednesday live blog

Wed, Nov 26, 2025 09:58

Cyclists riding cargo bike and horse and cart in BYD SUV ad

“Stupid, arrogant, and tone-deaf”: Car brand’s SUV advert accused of “punching down” at cyclists by comparing cargo bikes to “old-fashioned chaos” of horse and cart; Can cycling lead to divorce?; Budget cap debate; MVDP Ironman bet + more on the live blog

The week’s just trundling along, the sun’s back out (kind of), and Ryan Mallon’s back with more cycling news, views, and questionable opinions on the Wednesday live blog

Wed, Nov 12, 2025 09:58

Unbound Gravel 2025 nighttime shot – Unbound Gravel

The UCI needs to steer clear of ‘true’ gravel races

Almost a month on from the UCI Gravel World Championships, and with other races on the gravel circuit attracting serious names and fierce competition, Steve is left questioning if the 'official' way is the best way to go for the burgeoning discipline

Fri, Nov 07, 2025 16:39

Wilier ups the aero with Filante SLR ID2: “It’s a new benchmark”

Italian brand says updated model has a far lower drag than its predecessor thanks to tweaks all round, including a new bottle and mount system that “functions as a veritable spoiler”

Fri, Oct 24, 2025 09:00