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Genesis switches Croix de Fer from Shimano GRX to CUES in bid to “boost ride ability, durability and serviceability” 

There are also spec updates for the Tour de Fer and Vagabond
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Fuel price surge prompts 28% of drivers to cycle or walk more, according to Cycling UK survey

Cycling body calls for government support to promote journeys by bike
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Bird Aeris 9 Shimano 12-speed full suspension mountain bike

A whole new drivetrain for only £249? Last season’s Shimano XT has a massive 61% off now

Grab Shimano's mechanical XT drivetrain for £249 from Merlin Cycles
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Aldi Tru-Tension bike cleaner

I tested Aldi's bargain bike cleaning products – here's how they compare to the mainstream alternatives

Supermarket adds bike-cleaning essentials to Specialbuy, but be quick because when they're gone, they're gone
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Amstel Gold Race 2025

How to watch the Amstel Gold Race 2026 | Global options for live TV and streaming

Start and finish times and viewing information for this year's Amstel Gold race
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Man cycling Lime Bike in City of London.

City of London Police doubles fixed penalty notices for cyclists who “gamble” and jump red lights 

More than 1,300 fixed penalty notices issued as cycling across capital surges
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IceTrike launches chainless tricycle where “pedalling is seamlessly converted into electrical propulsion”

Recumbent tricycle turns pedal power into electricity to power your ride
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British Cycling Foundation teams up with Parkinson’s UK as research shows 2.5 hours a week of physical activity can reduce symptoms

Pilot scheme intended to provide cycling activities tailored to those with Parkinson’s
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Rider jumping Specialized Levo 4 EVO on an open hillside and kicking up dust.

New Specialized Levo 4 EVO is built for rough, steep terrain – is it the eMTB you've been waiting for?

Gravity-focused Levo 4 EVO gets 170mm travel, mixed-sized wheels and 810W motor
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Polygon's new trail bike looks like one of the bargains of the year – big brands should pay attention

The new Colossus T5 Aluminium is priced under $2,400 and has many of the features of the carbon version
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Maxxis New MaxTerra tyre in dirt

Maxxis' most popular compound is now 30% more durable with 15% more grip

Taiwanese tyre brand updates its MaxxTerra compound
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Maxxis 32in range

Maxxis says 32in tyres bring "measurable gains" as it expands its range beyond cross-country

Taiwanese tyre brand opens up more aggressive riding with Aspen AT and wider 32in offering
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SANREMO, ITALY - MARCH 21: Tadej Pogacar of Slovenia and UAE Team Emirates - XRG celebrates at finish line as race winner during the 117th Milano-Sanremo 2026, Men's Elite a 298km one day race from Pavia to Sanremo / #UCIWT / on March 21, 2026 in Sanremo, Italy. (Photo by Tim de Waele/Getty Images)

Revealed: the American buyer who paid €95,100 for Tadej Pogačar’s jersey

Winning bid to be matched by Pogačar, with proceeds going to his foundation
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Tune Nano Gravel 45 wheels

Tune launches lightweight gravel wheels for big tyres and big riders

The new Nano Gravel 45 is optimised for tyres up to 66mm, and safe for riders up to 120kg.
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Continental Dubnital 50mm / 2in gravel tyre

Continental’s new 50mm Dubnital plugs the gaping hole in its gravel tyre range

Conti downsizes its XC race tyre for gravel bikes
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Colnago C72 road bike in red and black with Shimano Dura–Ace groupset and ENVE wheels.

New Colnago C72 is an ode to the brand's "essence" with a hyper-exclusive build available at launch

The latest addition to Colnago’s C Series is handmade in Italy and is said to have an "all-road soul"
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Visualisation of Bristol Regional Cycling Hub

Bristol approves £15m regional cycling centre despite objections

Bristol cycling hub receives planning despite local resistance
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GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - AUGUST 07: Local children enjoying the Drumchapel Cycle Hub as Shanaze Reade joins families in Glasgow who have been inspired to get active by Team GB's cyclists, ahead of the UCI World Championships in Scotland 2023 at Drumchapel Cycle Hub on August 7, 2021 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images for National Lottery)

Children across England to receive free cycle training under £108m plan designed to change the school run

Major active travel boost also aims to improve health
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Shimano CUES RD U6040 11 speed rear derailleur.

Shimano CUES update fixes problem with the groupset for road cyclists – and could benefit entry-level bikes 

With a new rear derailleur and Hyperglide compatibility, CUES finally has a worthy road option.
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Shimano adds shorter crank and larger chainring options to its 12-speed GRX gravel groupset

New shorter cranks designed for easier long-distance pedalling and larger rings for higher-speed riding
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Close-up of Specialized Butcher Grid Gravity Radial T9 mountain bike tyre mounted on a front wheel

New Specialized MTB tyres feature radial casing for more grip and comfort – here's how the technology works 

New Grid Gravity Radial tyres target trail riders on natural terrain, but won’t suit everyone
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Tadej Pogačar on Shimano neutral service bike at Paris–Roubaix 2026.

Pogačar used Shimano's neutral service at Paris–Roubaix, but who makes the blue bikes?

Slovenian ace rode the blue bike for 5km after puncturing
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