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'Many routes need to be improved' – British government hands active-travel charity £104 million to fix the National Cycle NetworkThe Walk Wheel Cycle Trust wants to make routes better and safer, especially for women and girls, but is the funding anywhere near enough?
By Pat Kinsella Published
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'Significant potential for further international growth' – Bikepacking innovator Tailfin bought out by Italian holding companyThe Bristol brand is famous for its fits-all-bikes luggage systems
By James Shrubsall Published
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'It's wild, I don't think you'd write a better movie script' – Michael Woods completes the circle with 'crazy' Worlds comebackThe Canadian retired and became an ultra-rider last year but will ride in Montréal on Sunday
By James Shrubsall Published
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'A tremendous catalyst for competitive cycling and everyday bike riding' – India to host UCI Road World Championships for first time in 20322034 Worlds also handed to Groningen and Drenthe in the Netherlands
By Adam Becket Published
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How to watch the UCI Road World Championships 2026: Everything you need to live stream the road races in Canada — minor road races begin todayAll the information on broadcasters and live streams for the UCI Road World Championships from 21-28 September, so you can watch all the action online, on TV, anywhere.
By Adam Becket Last updated
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I'm a freelance photographer who's obsessed with Drones – these early Prime Day deals on DJI caught my attentionDeals A drone will deliver dynamic, pro-level footage and stills that bring every ride to life, turning routine training loops into cinematic masterpieces
By Paul Brett Published
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'A bit of a sh*tshow': What recon day looks like at the UCI Road World ChampionshipsTwo hours, hundreds of riders, one crowded circuit. I did the course recon at Worlds – here's what I saw
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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'Organisational restructure' expected as Rapha reveals details of deepening lossesFran Millar's departure as CEO comes as trading loss increases by £3m
By Adam Becket Published
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'A positive year' – UK cycling retailer Sigma Sports returns to profit after three years in the redCompany's newly published 2025 accounts point to a wider industry recovery
By Tom Davidson Published
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All the pro cycling transfers for 2027: Kaden Groves leaves WorldTour for Tudor Pro CyclingKeep up to date with all the latest confirmed transfers with Cycling Weekly
By Adam Becket Last updated
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'I cannot not break this' – ultra-distance 'Side to Side' record falls against all the oddsKim Barfoot-Brace faced tech gremlins and unforseen detours on her way to the coast to coast record
By James Shrubsall Published
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Fran Millar resigns as Rapha CEO ahead of 'significant organisational changes to reduce cost and drive efficiency'Millar steps away after two years in role
By Adam Becket Published
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'My end goal is to ride with the WorldTour team' – young star of a viral 2021 Tour of Britain clip signs for Visma-Lease a Bike talent development teamFrom fearless young fan to academy rider – Xander Graham is living the dream
By Pat Kinsella Published
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'Pretty unexpected' - British junior time trial champion Aalia Clay clinches Worlds bronze by just 0.07 secondsThe 17-year-old adds a world championship medal to her national title, and is already eyeing rainbows for next year
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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'I'm not going to let that bring me down' – Enzo Hincapie turns to road race after 12th in junior Worlds time trialThe American had hoped to challenge for a medal in Montréal, but Thursday’s road race remains his main target
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Major retailer Backcountry acquires mobile bike shop franchise VelofixWith the acquisition, Backcountry gains a network of 96 certified technicians, with plans to integrate at-home service into bike purchases
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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2026 UCI Road World Championships: Race schedule, route information and riders to watch13 world titles will be awarded in Montréal, Canada this month: here's your guide to the week of racing
By Simon Richardson Last updated
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'This sport is brutal' – Australian time triallist on disastrous Worlds mechanical that caused angry outburstCameron Rogers finished 3:24 behind U23 winner Ryan Gal after losing three minutes due to broken derailleur
By Adam Becket Published
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‘There are no race radios, because any kind of organisation would be too normal’: The World Championships road races are joyously anarchic, that’s why we love themIt feels trite to say anyone could win them, but they are open races
By Adam Becket Published
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Cameron Rogers suffers indignity of equipment rage being captured: 9 of the best bike tantrums in pro cycling historyCycling Weekly looks back at some of the most memorable bike throws of all time, from Bradley Wiggins's stylish Trentino effort to Dumoulin's hissy fit.
By Alex Ballinger Last updated
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'People don't join the cycle industry to get rich' – Wiggle might be gone, but are bike shops finally bouncing back?Quality and passion prevailing over price wars, as the cycling industry returns to growth
By Pat Kinsella Published
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'I came here for gold. I don't know what happened' - Ben Wiggins misses Top 10 at U23 Worlds TTDespite reporting some of his best-ever power numbers, the British hopeful finished 11th, 1:07 behind winner Ryan Gal
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Unbound 100 winner and Canadian twins set sights on U23 Worlds road race after time trial testAva Holmgren finds momentum after a difficult year, while US time trial champion Hanel balances late-season fatigue with a breakthrough season on road and gravel
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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This unreleased Canyon TT bike won gold and silver at the women’s time trial: We photographed it – here are all the detailsSeveral riders, including Marlen Reusser and Zoe Bäckstedt, rode the new TT bike in Montréal
By Simon Smythe Published
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Miguel Ángel López doping ban upheld and case 'definitely closed'The Colombian rider's second appeal failed
By James Shrubsall Published
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'I really think that is disgraceful' – Matthew Brennan calls for new safety body as 'nothing has changed' following Finlay Tarling's deathVisma-Lease a Bike rider says 'it feels the world has moved on' from the tragedy
By Tom Davidson Published
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'It's the star of the show' – the famous bike with two chains just got an upgradeThe updated Buffalo Pro and One bikes are built for hard-wearing use
By Tom Davidson Published
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'Riding my old long-sleeved jersey was like riding in a dressing gown - but in a good way'Tired of punching himself in the face when trying to pull on arm-warmers, Dr Hutch dug out an old jersey, only to be surprised by the fit
By Michael Hutchinson Published
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'My bike broke yesterday': Worlds TT opener raced on her team manager’s ageing bikeZimbabwe's Skye Davidson opened the 2026 UCI Road World Championships on an ageing Cervélo P3, after her own bike failed during course practice
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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