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Review: Really good trainer at a really good price, but the app means the user experience isn't yet as smooth as it could be #cycling
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Wahoo Kickr Core 2 trainer - Cycling News | Bike Reviews | road.cc
We’ve come a long way from the expensive early days of smart trainers and the Wahoo Kickr Core 2 comes with some super practical updates, which could well make it the most popular trainer on the…
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February 16, 2026 at 11:12 AM
Review: Really good trainer at a really good price, but the app means the user experience isn't yet as smooth as it could be #cycling
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“If you cannot stop looking at your phone in traffic, you need to keep it out of reach”
Are phone-using motorists ‘acting like sociopaths’? Cyclist slams “slow reactions” of selfish distracted drivers who “see nothing wrong with their actions” and tells them: “Just put your phone away”; ...
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February 16, 2026 at 10:48 AM
“If you cannot stop looking at your phone in traffic, you need to keep it out of reach”
The Mason Cycles Bokeh turns 10 years old, so let's check out this do-it-all model that's built to be fast across multiple surfaces – and refuses to be just a ‘gravel bike’
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February 15, 2026 at 9:46 PM
The Mason Cycles Bokeh turns 10 years old, so let's check out this do-it-all model that's built to be fast across multiple surfaces – and refuses to be just a ‘gravel bike’
A cyclist spent 15 days in hospital with serious injuries after a collision with an elderly driver.
“A moment of carelessness can change lives”: driver told he will ‘effectively not drive again’ after collision left cyclist in medically induced coma - Cycling News | Bike Reviews | road.cc
A 77-year-old driver who left a cyclist in a medically induced coma after colliding with him on the A82 has been banned from driving for three years and told he is unlikely to return to the road.At Du...
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February 15, 2026 at 8:43 AM
A cyclist spent 15 days in hospital with serious injuries after a collision with an elderly driver.
There’s plenty of new tech to tell you about this week, both from our inbox and from IceBike, one of the UK’s biggest cycling trade shows...
"The bike you'll reach for most" (if you can afford it): Ventum claims its revamped NS1 is the ultimate all-rounder; plus a 109g Selle Italia saddle, a cargo bike for kids + more - Cycling News | Bike...
It’s wet, it’s miserable, and we’re severely lacking in vitamin D here in the UK (particularly residents of Aberdeen)… but bluer skies are hopefully around the corner, by which time you might be able ...
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February 14, 2026 at 3:08 PM
There’s plenty of new tech to tell you about this week, both from our inbox and from IceBike, one of the UK’s biggest cycling trade shows...
The rise of electric bikes in the Netherlands has clear benefits for older people and those with health conditions, but may be reducing overall fitness among young riders.
Sharp rise in e-bike use may reduce fitness among young riders, review finds - Cycling News | Bike Reviews | road.cc
A new review from the Netherlands’ National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM) has found that the rise of electric bikes in the Netherlands has clear benefits for older people and ...
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February 14, 2026 at 11:26 AM
The rise of electric bikes in the Netherlands has clear benefits for older people and those with health conditions, but may be reducing overall fitness among young riders.
The scheme “continues to support everyday commuting” and reports modest year-on-year growth, despite political scrutiny over the spending cap.
Cycle to Work scheme uptake remains steady despite political scrutiny - Cycling News | Bike Reviews | road.cc
The Cycle to Work Alliance has reported signs of “market stabilisation” in the UK’s Cycle to Work sector, with participation holding steady through the final quarter of 2025 despite political scrutiny...
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February 14, 2026 at 9:54 AM
The scheme “continues to support everyday commuting” and reports modest year-on-year growth, despite political scrutiny over the spending cap.
The Brits were at it again today in Spain, with Cat Ferguson claiming her second win of the season, whilst Tom Pidcock started his season with a third place behind a UAE Emirates 1-2.
Read the full racing round-up here: road.cc/news/an-abso...
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February 13, 2026 at 5:21 PM
The Brits were at it again today in Spain, with Cat Ferguson claiming her second win of the season, whilst Tom Pidcock started his season with a third place behind a UAE Emirates 1-2.
Read the full racing round-up here: road.cc/news/an-abso...
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Read the full racing round-up here: road.cc/news/an-abso...
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We’ve also spotted Lizard Skins saddle bags with 70% off, a Park Tool hex wrench set for £8.50 and a fancy Rapha case for 20 quid. Go forth and grab some deals...
road.cc Dealclincher takeover: Half-price Scope wheelsets, last chance to stock up on discounted Gore kit, Bontrager shoes + Shimano pedals for £115 + more - Cycling News | Bike Reviews | road.cc
We may earn affiliate commission from some of the links included on this pageIf you’re UK-based like us, it’s extremely miserable out there right now… but when it comes to stonking cycling discounts o...
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February 13, 2026 at 4:53 PM
We’ve also spotted Lizard Skins saddle bags with 70% off, a Park Tool hex wrench set for £8.50 and a fancy Rapha case for 20 quid. Go forth and grab some deals...
Surprise surprise: locals angry at the installation of a cycle lane in Middlesborough are now upset at the work being done to dig it up...
Read more here: road.cc/news/an-abso...
Read more here: road.cc/news/an-abso...
February 13, 2026 at 3:28 PM
Surprise surprise: locals angry at the installation of a cycle lane in Middlesborough are now upset at the work being done to dig it up...
Read more here: road.cc/news/an-abso...
Read more here: road.cc/news/an-abso...
Pidcock, primary schools and solid Boston grit populate the final live blog of the week...
"An absolute disgrace": Paris-Roubaix moves women's race to clash with men's edition and changes name; Amateurs won't be deterred by snow, pros deterred by wind + more on the live blog - Cycling News ...
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February 13, 2026 at 12:59 PM
Pidcock, primary schools and solid Boston grit populate the final live blog of the week...
The holiest day of cycling's 'Holy Week' isn't as precious after all...
"An absolute disgrace": Paris-Roubaix changes name and moves women's race to clash with men's edition + more on the live blog - Cycling News | Bike Reviews | road.cc
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February 13, 2026 at 10:07 AM
The holiest day of cycling's 'Holy Week' isn't as precious after all...
On the live blog today...
"Make selfish cyclists wear a licence plate," says frothing Telegraph columnist in bizarre piece claiming drivers are terrified by "egomaniac" cyclists going against Margaret Thatcher with "absolutist...
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February 12, 2026 at 5:10 PM
On the live blog today...
It’s unusual for a Grand Tour contender to be this open about their numbers – what’s Pogacar’s game here, then? We asked a coach to offer some possible explanations #cycling
Why did Tadej Pogačar share his power data on his latest Strava upload? Won't it help his rivals? - Cycling News | Bike Reviews | road.cc
Tadej Pogačar has been training in Spain this week, and as he urged selfie-hunting fans for patience in his Wednesday ride post on Strava, he also chose to share the ride’s power data. Sharing power d...
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February 12, 2026 at 2:44 PM
It’s unusual for a Grand Tour contender to be this open about their numbers – what’s Pogacar’s game here, then? We asked a coach to offer some possible explanations #cycling
Ineos Grenadiers stay silent as owner Jim Ratcliffe comes under fire after “inflammatory and divisive” comments about immigrants… But the petrochemicals tycoon is sorry if you were offended
Jim Ratcliffe “sorry” claim that UK is “being colonised” by immigrants “offended some people” – as Ineos Grenadiers stay silent on owner’s controversial comments - Cycling News | Bike Reviews | road.c...
Sir Jim Ratcliffe, the owner of the Ineos Grenadiers cycling team, has responded to the backlash which greeted his recent claim that the UK is being “colonised” by immigrants, apologising that his “ch...
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February 12, 2026 at 1:55 PM
Ineos Grenadiers stay silent as owner Jim Ratcliffe comes under fire after “inflammatory and divisive” comments about immigrants… But the petrochemicals tycoon is sorry if you were offended
The newspaper scolded by the press regulator for wrongly claiming London cyclists hit 52mph in search of Strava segments is at it again...
"Make selfish cyclists wear a licence plate," says frothing Telegraph columnist in bizarre piece claiming drivers are terrified by "egomaniac" cyclists going against Margaret Thatcher with "absolutist...
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February 12, 2026 at 12:17 PM
The newspaper scolded by the press regulator for wrongly claiming London cyclists hit 52mph in search of Strava segments is at it again...
One of cycling’s longest-running patent sagas is finally over…
SRAM drops appeal against Zipp aero wheel patent infringement ruling, as Princeton Carbon Works “validated” over wavy rim design - Cycling News | Bike Reviews | road.cc
Princeton Carbon Works says it feels “validated” after SRAM dropped its appeal against a court’s ruling that the performance wheel brand’s aero design does not infringe the component giant’s patents, ...
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February 12, 2026 at 11:27 AM
One of cycling’s longest-running patent sagas is finally over…
Mission = complete for Dave: a 200km ride every month for 12 months!
Can I ride a 200km Audax 12 months in a row? Ride #12 - Cycling News | Bike Reviews | road.cc
Dave faces the final hurdle in his 200km-a-month Audax cycling challenge. Can he finish the job? Find out here
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February 12, 2026 at 10:55 AM
Mission = complete for Dave: a 200km ride every month for 12 months!
“I love you all. Heck, I even like the fans that are not my supporters but don’t have the attitude of a spoiled teenager”
“Do you wait two minutes or show me the middle finger?”: Tadej Pogačar hits out at “spoiled” fans after bizarre confrontation – and reveals rare glimpse at power data - Cycling News | Bike Reviews | r...
What do Tadej Pogačar, Jonas Vingegaard, and Remco Evenepoel all have in common? Well, apart from being the big three favourites for this year’s Tour de France, they’ve all been in the news in 2026 fo...
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February 12, 2026 at 10:14 AM
“I love you all. Heck, I even like the fans that are not my supporters but don’t have the attitude of a spoiled teenager”
Ineos boss Jim Ratcliffe told to apologise by PM for saying UK 'colonised by immigrants'
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February 12, 2026 at 9:45 AM
Ineos boss Jim Ratcliffe told to apologise by PM for saying UK 'colonised by immigrants'
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It's bad news for the Japanese brand...
Shimano profits slashed in half despite slight sales rise as company blames "weak demand" and rising geopolitical risks - Cycling News | Bike Reviews | road.cc
The Japanese manufacturer's fortunes echo those seen across the bicycle industry.
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February 11, 2026 at 5:40 PM
It's bad news for the Japanese brand...