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Dr Hutch: Folding bike riders know it's about the size of the watts, not the wheels
Riding a folding bike marks you out as a crank, especially with the addition of a monocle and dinner jacket, recalls the Doc
By Michael Hutchinson Published
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Sleepless in the saddle: Is ultra-racing taking sleep deprivation to dangerous levels?
As ultra-racing’s popularity grows, so do the risks some competitors are willing to take. Has the situation gone too far?
By Adam Becket Published
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Tweets of the week: Jonas Vingegaard as Steve Jobs and Julian Alaphilippe gets some new shoes
Just how many Pizza Hut pizzas do you think Remco Evenepoel has ever actually eaten? And other questions
By Adam Becket Published
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Bike shops fear 'turmoil' if Wiggle floods market with discounted stock
As online retailer enters administration, smaller businesses are both concerned and optimistic
By Tom Davidson Published
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Is it risky buying from Wiggle as it enters administration?
Should you buy in the firm's Black Friday sale or should you wait for the situation to become clearer?
By Adam Becket Published
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Wiggle Chain Reaction Cycles put up for sale as it enters administration
Online retail chain had had a troubled couple of weeks as parent company prepares insolvency filings
By Tom Davidson Published
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A modern era: E-bikes are replacing horse and buggy for some Amish communities
Although typically non-adopters of new technology, some Amish communities are embracing e-bikes for transportation.
By Kristin Jenny Published
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Leading children’s bike brand halts production in ‘turbulent and difficult time’ for cycling industry
The company says 'there are still lots of models available to buy while remaining stocks last'
By Tom Davidson Published
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Knee pain from cycling: tips on how to fix it, from a bike fitter and osteopath
Knee pain is common among cyclists - we explain some of the causes and how to address them with help from a coach, bike fitter and osteopath
By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Last updated
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‘I’m in serious danger’ - Alpe d’Huez QOM holder reacts to climb’s Tour de France Femmes inclusion
Illi Gardner has the best time on over 8,000 Strava climb segments
By Tom Davidson Published
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UCI hails 20% emissions reduction as it lays out sustainability plan
Report is part of world governing body’s commitment to reduce impact of its operations on environment
By Tom Thewlis Published
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Ineos Grenadiers and Jumbo-Visma among teams working on new pro racing league
According to Reuters, around five teams are in the early talks for a new competition
By Adam Becket Published
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New British women's team is aiming for the Tour de France Femmes - with a budget to match its ambitions
Hess Cycling will have a "core focus" on developing British riders, and has already signed 17-year-old Holly Ramsey
By Tom Davidson Published
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Tadej Pogačar: The end of the 2024 Tour de France route 'makes me smile'
Two-time champion will be looking to bounce back on tough 2024 course after finishing second two years running
By Adam Becket Published
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Zwift opens up new, formerly-hidden parts of Watopia
Riders can now access 19 kilometers of never-before-seen locales and settlements in Watopia
By Kristin Jenny Published
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Mark Cavendish 'in shock' at 'toughest' Tour de France route
Astana Qazaqstan rider will have to tackle "hard" race if he wants to break the stage win record
By Adam Becket Published
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Jonas Vingegaard looks forward to 'super hard' Tour de France 2024 after route revealed
Defending champion thinks the course is good for him, but reserves judgement on gravel sectors
By Adam Becket Published
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18-year-old American becomes Ineos Grenadiers first signing for 2024
AJ August will turn pro with British team next season
By Tom Thewlis Published
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Tour de France 2024 route: Two individual time trials, five summit finishes and gravel sectors
Tour de France 2024 route totals 3,492km of racing with 52,320 metres of overall elevation across 21 stages
By Adam Becket Published
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Tour de France Femmes 2024 route: Alpe d'Huez finale confirmed
Race to take place 12-18 August, with eight stages over seven days
By Tom Davidson Published
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Exclusive: British Cycling axes jobs amid sponsorship shortfall and waning membership
Redundancies made following 7% drop in membership and sponsorship struggle
By Tom Thewlis Published
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Demi Vollering and Jonas Vingegaard crowned as best riders in the world for 2023 at Vélo d'Or awards
Mathieu van der Poel and Lotte Kopecky named as best Classics riders at French awards ceremony
By Adam Becket Published
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A love letter to my Castelli Gabba jacket
The Gabba is the holy grail of cycling kit. That's why I have three
By Vern Pitt Published
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Racers now required to qualify for US National Esports Championships
USA Cycling launches six-race series to serve as qualifiers for championship hopefuls
By Kristin Jenny Published
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This British firm has a higher bike theft recovery rate than the police - and they've only just begun
BackPedal offer 24/7 bike recovery with an 85 per cent success rate so far - and insurance if they don't manage it, too
By Adam Becket Published
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Lotte Kopecky spotted on recon of Paris Olympics road race route
World champion kits up to ride key street in Montmartre circuit
By Tom Davidson Published
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Opinion: Cycling has an inclusivity problem
The abuse of an American crit rider shows just how far we have to go as a sport to be more equitable and open
By Adam Becket Published
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Forty-year-old Esports racer suspended after anti-doping test
The Italian represented Italy in the 2023 Esports World Championships
By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Published
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Tech Question: Should cyclists be using daytime running lights?
We shed some light on a trend that has made its way from Volvos to velos, is backed up by accident data and now has a pro cyclist-led campaign behind it
By Simon Smythe Published