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24 potential buyers show interest in WiggleCRC as offers deadline closes
Administrators say they are “optimistic” the retailer will be sold
By Tom Davidson Published
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Jenny Graham Q&A: ‘I’ve stayed in more public toilets than I care to admit’
The Scottish ultra-endurance cyclist talks about bikepacking, hiding from bears in Alaska, and writing a book
By Tom Davidson Published
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UCI rules new track cycling series a ‘forbidden event’ and threatens to fine riders
Riders are at risk of fines and suspension if they compete in the planned DerbyWheel
By Tom Davidson Published
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Looking for a cheap winter sportive? Try a reliability ride
This traditional winter warmer can offer a cheap and friendly way to test your off-season fitness
By James Shrubsall Published
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Vuelta a España 2024 route: Sprinters beware, there is just one flat stage
Climbs of Lagos de Covadonga, Cuitu Negru and Picón Blanco star in typically mountainous route
By Tom Davidson Published
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A love letter to my Rapha winter socks
They’re so good that I went back and bought two more pairs
By Tom Thewlis Published
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Zwift cyclist climbs equivalent of 138 Everests in a year
Keith Roy has broken an unofficial climbing record, totting up over 4 million feet this year
By Tom Davidson Published
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'We are paying commission to a company which is actively trying to harm our business': Retailers rally against 'outrageous' Cycle to Work fees
Customers might not notice the commission charged, but bike shops certainly do
By Adam Becket Published
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How to save money (and the planet) by buying secondhand, without experiencing buyer's regret
Buying a used bike needn’t be a risk, can save you a lot of money and is good for the environment
By Paul Norman Published
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Mark Cavendish: Altitude training is essential in order to stay at the top of modern cycling
British sprinter will start 2024 season at Tour Colombia in February and will also include two altitude camps in plan
By Tom Thewlis Published
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The Tour/Giro double could mean more conservative racing from Tadej Pogačar - does anyone want to see that?
The Slovenian is set to tackle both Grand Tours in 2024. Will he be able to emulate Marco Pantani?
By Adam Becket Published
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Price slashing sees Canyon make losses
Profits are down for the German bike brand, despite an increase in sales volume
By Tom Davidson Published
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Evans Cycles boosts online offerings by 68% as cycling industry struggles
More stores and new dropship strategy for Evans as it expands apace in the face of industry tough times
By James Shrubsall Published
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My best winter ever: My new coach is a three-time Olympic champion - I’m guaranteed to win my first Zwift race
There have been ups and downs in my training for the 10-mile time trial. It turns out I groan when I dig deep
By Tom Davidson Published
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In search of the world's best club jersey: Halesowen CC v 3C Cycling Club
Every week we pit two club kits against each other and you get to vote on the best designs
By James Shrubsall Published
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Tadej Pogačar to ride Giro d'Italia in 2024
Slovenian set to challenge for maglia rosa in May, the race's organisers RCS confirm
By Adam Becket Published
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Seven things that happen on a winter group ride
Seven things you'll definitely see on every winter club run
By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Published
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I never thought the next breakthrough in doping would be fishing worms, they don’t even go very quickly
The performance-enhancing properties of the humble lugworm get the Doc wondering whether cyclists are going to dig for victory
By Michael Hutchinson Published
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'I had to set two alarms at night to check my glucose to make sure I wouldn’t die': meet the revolutionary who won't stop until cycling is safer
The UCI banned his technology from races, yet Supersapiens boss Phil Southerland tells Chris Marshall-Bell he is still dead set on changing the sport in the most profound way for decades
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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Retro cycling jersey brand Prendas seeks £75,000 in crowdfunding
Investors in Cycling Brands will get lifetime 20% discount off Shutt Velo Rapide and Prendas kit
By Adam Becket Published
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Mark Cavendish reveals details of first race in 2024
Astana Qazaqstan rider will line up at the Tour Colombia after altitude camp in country
By Tom Thewlis Published
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Perfs Pedal race saved, becomes Portsdown Classic for 2024
The future of the race was in doubt after former organiser stepped down in October
By Tom Thewlis Published
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Tweets of the week: Julian Alaphilippe sings Celine Dion, Lotte Kopecky skis and Cian Uijtdebroeks nonsense
Soudal Quick-Step show others how to do a kit announcement, and is downhill skiing safe for professional cyclists?
By Adam Becket Published
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Specialized-owned training app Today's Plan to shut down in 2024
The platform was founded in 2014 and has been used by multiple pro teams across a ten year period
By Tom Thewlis Published
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Shimano teases 2024 line-up of its popular S-PHYRE performance shoes
Shimano's new collection of S-PHYRE shoes promises 'unmatched performance' and includes the line's first-ever triathlon shoe
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Outdoor Alliance proposes legislation to create long-distance, nationwide bike trails
The Biking on Long Distance Trails Act (BOLT Act), if passed, will require lawmakers to identify and create at least 10 bike trails that are at least 80 miles long, nationwide.
By Kristin Jenny Published
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Max streaming service to replace GCN+ for US cycling fans
Warner Bros. Discovery announce successor to GCN+ as an option for viewers in the USA
By Adam Becket Published
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UCI to clamp down on extreme brake lever position
The angle of riders’ brake levers will be closely monitored from next season
By Tom Davidson Published
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How to watch live cycling once GCN+ closes down: in the UK, Europe, North America and Canada and Rest of World
The streaming service will close on December 19, so how will you watch cyclo-cross and the Tour Down Under?
By Adam Becket Published