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Thinner tyres, massive chainrings, special-edition paint and 3D-printing galore: All the TT and road bike tech from the Tour de France Grand Depart -
Remco Evenepoel spotted on an unreleased Specialized S-Works Shiv TT at the opening team time trial of the Tour de France -
Temperatures set to soar at the Tour de France as UCI clamps down on ice socks -
25mm tyres, golden titanium bolts and glued-on shifter buttons: Tadej Pogačar's Colnago TT2 is ready to do battle on the streets of Barcelona -
Who is leading the Tour de France 2026 after stage two?
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Latest News
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'Now I feel I can close this chapter' – Tour de France yellow jersey is a 'dream come true' for Jonas Vingegaard after two tough yearsThe Dane took a long awaited yellow jersey on stage one, and it's lost none of its shine for him
By James Shrubsall Published
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Paul Seixas and Tom Pidcock on the backfoot after Tour de France stage oneDebutant Paul Seixas lost time to all of his expected podium contenders in Barcelona.
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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'It'll never go to plan' – Netcompany-Ineos begin Tour de France with bittersweet second in team time trialGeraint Thomas praises team for improvising after Kévin Vauquelin puncture
By Tom Davidson Published
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'We will fight for yellow': Tadej Pogačar plotting immediate comeback after losing time on Tour de France stage oneThe reigning Tour de France champion is leading a classification after stage one – but it's the mountains', not the general
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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Visma-Lease a Bike win team time trial on Tour de France stage 1 as Jonas Vingegaard roars into the yellow jerseyTour de France Dane lands first blow in the battle for yellow as Tadej Pogačar has to settle for third place
By Dan Challis Published
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Latest Features
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Shouldering the hopes of a win-starved nation, can Paul Seixas bring home the yellow jersey at the Tour de France?Meet the 19-year-old debutant already tipped as a future winner
By Tom Davidson Published
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3D-printed blip mounts and 160mm cranks: Tom Pidcock’s Pinarello Bolide F time trial bike primed and ready to roll ahead of the Tour de France TTTA 60T chainring, 28mm tyres, and a host of 3D-printed goodies headline the Yorkshireman's go-faster machine
By Aaron Borrill Published
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Forget the Tour - the toughest ride in France doesn't even have a winnerParis-Brest-Paris has been humbling cyclists since 1891. Your shot at it starts now.
By Lisa Charlebois Published
Latest Tech
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3D printing and spacers below stems: Six tech trends we expect to see at the 2026 Tour de FranceA return of 28mm tyres, modified skinsuits, vented aero helmets and more
By Aaron Borrill Published
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Orbea Orca Aero gets a major overhaul to make it faster and more competitive in the mountains - just in time for the Tour de FranceA radically lighter system weight, enhanced aerodynamics, and wider tyre clearance have brought the Orbea Orca Aero back into the conversation
By Aaron Borrill Published
Latest Fitness
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‘How do cyclists pee whilst racing the Tour de France?’ – you asked Google and we’ve got the answerSometimes they just need a little push from a team-mate to keep rolling...
By Simon Richardson Last updated
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"Riding in the WorldTour is a big step up physically": Oliver Peace takes us through his trainingPicnic Post NL's young Yorkshireman takes us through a training week as he prepared for short, early season stage races
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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"Training adaptation thrives on challenge, but only when recovery keeps pace"; how everyday stressors can affect your ridingTraining, racing, work stress, travel and lack of sleep all require your body to adjust; here's how to deal with it
By Rob Kemp Published
Latest Racing
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'Now I feel I can close this chapter' – Tour de France yellow jersey is a 'dream come true' for Jonas Vingegaard after two tough yearsThe Dane took a long awaited yellow jersey on stage one, and it's lost none of its shine for him
By James Shrubsall Published
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Paul Seixas and Tom Pidcock on the backfoot after Tour de France stage oneDebutant Paul Seixas lost time to all of his expected podium contenders in Barcelona.
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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'It'll never go to plan' – Netcompany-Ineos begin Tour de France with bittersweet second in team time trialGeraint Thomas praises team for improvising after Kévin Vauquelin puncture
By Tom Davidson Published
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'We will fight for yellow': Tadej Pogačar plotting immediate comeback after losing time on Tour de France stage oneThe reigning Tour de France champion is leading a classification after stage one – but it's the mountains', not the general
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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Visma-Lease a Bike win team time trial on Tour de France stage 1 as Jonas Vingegaard roars into the yellow jerseyTour de France Dane lands first blow in the battle for yellow as Tadej Pogačar has to settle for third place
By Dan Challis Published
4 CommentsTour de France
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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?
By Tyler Boucher Published
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14 things you didn’t know about Mads Würtz Schmidt, currently the best gravel racer in the WorldFrom his superstitions around salt and even numbers to his favourite Lego set and his secret mullet-growing project
By James Ion Published
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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
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
Latest Reviews
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Nimbl Urano Review: The 'must have' lightweight road racing shoe enters the gravel sceneWhile the super lightweight construction and monstrous power transfer remains it does, in places, lack refinement
By Andy Turner Published
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Is there a place for an all-rounder in today’s gravel world? Look’s G85 Cezal says yesWhile every other brand is becoming increasingly specialised, Look ‘moves away from the white lines and marginal gains’ and it does so very, very well
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Rapha Pro Team Cargo Bib Short Review: a comfortable all-day riding bib, but with areas for improvementThe side pockets are spacious and great; however, some rear pockets would have been a very useful addition to bring them in-line with competitors.
By Andy Turner Published
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?
By Simon Fellows Published
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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
By Hannah Bussey Last updated
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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
By Hannah Bussey Last updated
Latest Deals
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The Tour de France 2026 is here, and you can grab these TDF stage-winning tyres with up to 38% offDeals Tadej Pogačar starts his Tour de France title defence in Barcelona this weekend, and one of his favourite tyres – the Continental GP5000 S TR road tyre has huge reductions
By Paul Brett Published
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'It truly shines in helping optimise rest, recovery, and women's health' – and with 50% off the Oura Ring 4, you too can track your wellness for significantly less.Deals North American Editor Rook called the Oura Ring a brilliant alternative to a bulky smartwatch, especially for tracking her menstrual cycle and fertility. Secure yours now while it's a rare 50% off
By Paul Brett Published
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What’s 4 watts between friends? Specialized Tarmac SL8 now discounted after the launch of new SL9 modelDeals The Specialized Tarmac SL9 broke cover earlier this week, and UK retailers Balfe's Bikes and Sigma Sports are already offering up to 16% off select SL8 models
By Matt Ischt-Barnard Published
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Harder than the big climbs of the Tour de France - we ride deep into Austria's unknown AlpsSearching for some new climbs to ride in 2026? We went to Austria to search out some of the most beautiful and challenging climbs you've never heard of
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Should the UCI ban WorldTour bikes from the public? Why this could save pro cycling in the long runPro cycling is funded by selling extremely expensive products to ordinary riders — but as those products move out of reach, is the model eating itself?
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