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Should you worry about a SRAM shifter stoppage after Tom Pidcock's Tour de France mishap?The Brit's shifter became jammed on stage nine of the Tour de France, potentially costing him the win, but our expert called it a 'freak' occurrence
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How to watch Stage 12 of the Tour de France 2026: Everything you need to live stream the French Grand Tour
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Should you worry about a SRAM shifter stoppage after Tom Pidcock's Tour de France mishap?
The Brit's shifter became jammed on stage nine of the Tour de France, potentially costing him the win, but our expert called it a 'freak' occurrence
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'This is the new normal' – how the Tour de France fastest speed record was shattered on stage 11
Søren Wærenskjold won with an average speed of 50.91kph, but why was the day so fast?
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'I didn't do anything on purpose or anything wrong' – Jasper Philipsen relegated then reinstated at Tour de France after jury flip-flop
Alpecin-Premier Tech rider finished third behind Søren Wærenskjold
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'It means everything' – Søren Wærenskjold powers to record-breaking Tour de France win on stage 11The Uno-X Mobility rider sprints to fastest ever Tour de France stage
Gravel Cycling
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The Pirelli Cinturato SmartEVO GR Gravel H: a racing tyre for hard-packed gravel and dirt that performs on pavement tooA fast-rolling, light gravel tyre that does well on road and off, but is it a Goldilocks option or an unhappy medium?
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Former Olympian and returning riders earn Life Time Grand Prix Wild Card spotsThe final seven riders of the 2026 Life Time Grand Prix have been decided after Sea Otter and a mud-sodden Unbound Gravel
Latest Reviews
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2026 Cannondale SuperSix Evo 2 review: a brilliantly balanced road bike worthy of challenging for segment honours, even in mid-spec guiseThe fifth-generation Cannondale SuperSix Evo marks a notable boost in ride quality and overall dynamics over its forebear – it’s one of the best road bikes we’ve tested this year
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‘It’s like a stripped-out track car with all driver aids turned off’ – 1,300km and counting on the Factor One aero road bikeFast, furious, and unforgiving at times – the Factor One has all the markings of a champion, but you’ll need to ride it hard to truly appreciate it
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Rapha Pro Team Ghost Air Jersey Review: the best jersey for humid conditions with some clever features, but at a costSmart construction features make this the ideal jersey for hot and humid conditions, but it's one of the most expensive on the market
Group Tests
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I tested 6 of the latest and best radar bike lights in 2026 to see if any can topple the market leader: GarminAs a long-time Varia user, I’m no stranger to rearview radars - but can the likes of Wahoo, Lezyne, and Magicshine finally beat the category creator at its own game?
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Best cycling shoes 2026: Our top 6 expert-rated shoes for road cycling based on their comfort, performance and styleThe best cycling shoes will make your rides more comfortable, more efficient and more enjoyable
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Best Exercise Bikes 2026: Stay fit at home all year, fully tested and reviewed by our expertsImprove your warm-up, get your legs spinning or add cardio to your training with the best exercise bikes that are always ready to ride. All tested and rated by our team of experts
Latest Deals
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Get the Paul Seixas look: The youngest rider to start the Tour de France in 89 years, and with arguably the most affordable setupDeals Decathlon has been making waves in the pro peloton with its affordable gear, and now the company has Paul Seixas to show it off at the head of the race
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Could this be the best bike deal of the summer? Now just £2,599, the Merida Scultura 6000 comes highly rated from our experts, packs a carbon frame, wheels & 105 Di2—a massive saving of £1,151Deals Tech contributor Rachel loved the Merida Scultura 6000 Di2 when she put it through its paces, and it's now an absolute steal at Tredz
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As heatwaves and forest fires hit the Tour de France — here’s my guide to high- and low-tech gear that can help to make extreme temperatures more bearable this SummerDeals 11 Tour de France peloton-inspired high- and low-tech gear solutions for beating heatwaves as a solo, unsupported rider this summer
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