road.cc is the website for people who like to ride bikes, giving you all the latest cycling news, reviews and buying advice. https://bsky.app/profile/roadcc.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/roadcc.bsky.social/post/3mlqupkis4c2zOne councillor blamed a "Hunger Games-style" funding process for the cycle lane's perceived failure https://road.cc/news/sidmouth-street-shortening13 May 2026 17:54 +0000at://did:plc:d6hgtena453f3tpskdrprvyr/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlqupkis4c2zhttps://bsky.app/profile/roadcc.bsky.social/post/3mlqkr7ykpk2eThe rising popularity in e-bikes is also affecting people's bike storage habits... https://road.cc/news/bike-storage-obstacles13 May 2026 14:56 +0000at://did:plc:d6hgtena453f3tpskdrprvyr/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlqkr7ykpk2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/roadcc.bsky.social/post/3mlqgddwzmu2qReview: A bit more grip, but they’re expensive - and only for Look Keo pedals #cycling buff.ly/8YHPhBv https://road.cc/review_v2/vibram-xs-road-cleat13 May 2026 13:36 +0000at://did:plc:d6hgtena453f3tpskdrprvyr/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlqgddwzmu2qhttps://bsky.app/profile/roadcc.bsky.social/post/3mlqaqt3tw22c“They aren’t breaking any laws, in fact they are following them” https://road.cc/news/cycling-live-blog-13-may-202613 May 2026 11:57 +0000at://did:plc:d6hgtena453f3tpskdrprvyr/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlqaqt3tw22chttps://bsky.app/profile/roadcc.bsky.social/post/3mlq3r3o5es27The assault caps an emotional whirlwind of a year for the sprinter... https://road.cc/news/pro-cyclist-left-unconscious-with-broken-nose-after-being-beaten-up-by-teenagers-during-training-ride13 May 2026 10:27 +0000at://did:plc:d6hgtena453f3tpskdrprvyr/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlq3r3o5es27https://bsky.app/profile/roadcc.bsky.social/post/3mlpydywsk22iViral outrage at cyclists riding two abreast accidentally makes the case for protected cycle lanes. https://road.cc/news/cycling-live-blog-13-may-202613 May 2026 09:26 +0000at://did:plc:d6hgtena453f3tpskdrprvyr/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlpydywsk22ihttps://bsky.app/profile/roadcc.bsky.social/post/3mlpyd2uqfs24After a rather long hiatus, it’s time to revive the big road.cc Rideout! If you’re a road.cc reader or just fancy a nice day out with your fellow cyclists, riders of all abilities are very welcome to join us for a ride and refreshments on Friday 3rd July 2026, from 10am outside our offices in Bath. https://road.cc/news/the-road-cc-rideout-is-back-book-your-free-place-now13 May 2026 09:26 +0000at://did:plc:d6hgtena453f3tpskdrprvyr/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlpyd2uqfs24https://bsky.app/profile/roadcc.bsky.social/post/3mlo6a7a2yi2xReview: High-performing and comfortable rain coat for those who aren't focused on aerodynamics #cycling https://buff.ly/ezHzrKg12 May 2026 16:06 +0000at://did:plc:d6hgtena453f3tpskdrprvyr/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlo6a7a2yi2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/roadcc.bsky.social/post/3mlo5xzxyzc24There was a dramatic finale to today's Giro stage that you can catch up on on today's live blog: https://road.cc/news/cycling-live-blog-12-may-202612 May 2026 16:02 +0000at://did:plc:d6hgtena453f3tpskdrprvyr/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlo5xzxyzc24https://bsky.app/profile/roadcc.bsky.social/post/3mlo3qco2lc2gA Middlesbrough cycle lane has been ripped out at the cost of £2.7 million, in a move which the mayor has called “righting a wrong”. https://road.cc/news/2-7-million-removal-of-cycle-lane-complete12 May 2026 15:21 +0000at://did:plc:d6hgtena453f3tpskdrprvyr/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlo3qco2lc2ghttps://bsky.app/profile/roadcc.bsky.social/post/3mlnt7ihrus2r“I want to warn others to stay vigilant — these scams are getting more convincing and sophisticated.” https://road.cc/news/three-bikes-worth-thousands-stolen-in-facebook-marketplace-scam12 May 2026 12:49 +0000at://did:plc:d6hgtena453f3tpskdrprvyr/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlnt7ihrus2rhttps://bsky.app/profile/roadcc.bsky.social/post/3mlnrwp7xks24Katie Archibald tributes, Giro previews and a very poor pun about the Prime Minister on today's lunchtime live blog... https://road.cc/news/cycling-live-blog-12-may-202612 May 2026 12:26 +0000at://did:plc:d6hgtena453f3tpskdrprvyr/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlnrwp7xks24https://bsky.app/profile/roadcc.bsky.social/post/3mlnm3gxmek2bMr Loophole's latest proposal? "All bikes, e bikes and e scooters have exactly the same laws as motorists, ie reg plates, insurance, helmets , speed limits etc etc." https://road.cc/news/cycling-live-blog-12-may-202612 May 2026 10:41 +0000at://did:plc:d6hgtena453f3tpskdrprvyr/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlnm3gxmek2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/roadcc.bsky.social/post/3mlngk2bepq2jReview: Very impressive high-end, rugged smartwatch - but impressive tech and build quality comes at a high price #cycling buff.ly/GwDMCvn https://road.cc/review_v2/garmin-fenix-8-pro-smartwatch12 May 2026 09:02 +0000at://did:plc:d6hgtena453f3tpskdrprvyr/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlngk2bepq2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/roadcc.bsky.social/post/3mlngivirhc2bThe pro-level Canyon Endurace CFR is already official, and now the more affordable versions have followed suit. Find out everything you need to know, plus our chief reviewer’s first ride impressions of the CF SLX 8 model with Ultegra Di2. https://road.cc/feature/canyons-brand-new-endurace-cf-slx-8-is-150-cheaper-than-the-outgoing-model-could-it-set-the-new-fast-and-comfortable-road-bike-standard12 May 2026 09:02 +0000at://did:plc:d6hgtena453f3tpskdrprvyr/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlngivirhc2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/roadcc.bsky.social/post/3mlnaigpvks2xIt's an end of an era... https://road.cc/news/katie-archibald-retirement12 May 2026 07:14 +0000at://did:plc:d6hgtena453f3tpskdrprvyr/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlnaigpvks2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/roadcc.bsky.social/post/3mlloa35ufs2r“You do know you should check it’s safe to exit a car? If you don’t then you shouldn’t be allowed to roam the streets with free will” https://road.cc/news/cycling-live-blog-11-may-202611 May 2026 16:14 +0000at://did:plc:d6hgtena453f3tpskdrprvyr/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlloa35ufs2rhttps://bsky.app/profile/roadcc.bsky.social/post/3mllmllmgl32jReview: Warm, comfortable and versatile, though not all of its features are truly reversible #cycling buff.ly/ExBZ6LZ https://road.cc/review_v2/galibier-izoard-insulated-reversible-gilet11 May 2026 15:45 +0000at://did:plc:d6hgtena453f3tpskdrprvyr/app.bsky.feed.post/3mllmllmgl32jhttps://bsky.app/profile/roadcc.bsky.social/post/3mllmej6qrw2hReview: Versatile, powerful and well focused on everyday riding (if not all-night epics) #cycling buff.ly/IdUih8X https://road.cc/review_v2/ravemen-k1400-smart-bike-headlight11 May 2026 15:41 +0000at://did:plc:d6hgtena453f3tpskdrprvyr/app.bsky.feed.post/3mllmej6qrw2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/roadcc.bsky.social/post/3mllibjrwh22tFrom aero-optimised helmets and smart cooling systems to on-bike storage and budget-friendly bib shorts, here’s the latest new cycling tech in for review #cycling https://road.cc/tech-news/f1-inspired-aero-helmet-tech-smart-cooling-innovation-for-your-indoor-training-fan-plus-more-cool-things-from-scicon-sports-altura-and-nook-hack11 May 2026 14:28 +0000at://did:plc:d6hgtena453f3tpskdrprvyr/app.bsky.feed.post/3mllibjrwh22thttps://bsky.app/profile/roadcc.bsky.social/post/3mllfvnlxln2iReview: Unique UK-made smart bike with excellent accuracy and good ride feel #cycling buff.ly/IyGnyF7 https://road.cc/review_v2/muov-road-bike11 May 2026 13:45 +0000at://did:plc:d6hgtena453f3tpskdrprvyr/app.bsky.feed.post/3mllfvnlxln2ihttps://bsky.app/profile/roadcc.bsky.social/post/3mllcrja36s2tOrganisers hope the event can be rescheduled for later in the year... https://road.cc/news/brighton-naked-bike-ride-postponed11 May 2026 12:49 +0000at://did:plc:d6hgtena453f3tpskdrprvyr/app.bsky.feed.post/3mllcrja36s2thttps://bsky.app/profile/roadcc.bsky.social/post/3mllb7nni6s2t“He stuck his head out of the car like a frightened dog, started waving his flag, and shouted ‘race’” Chaos, carnage, and criticism as the Giro d’Italia heads back to Italy after Bulgarian Grande Partenza https://road.cc/news/cycling-live-blog-11-may-202611 May 2026 12:22 +0000at://did:plc:d6hgtena453f3tpskdrprvyr/app.bsky.feed.post/3mllb7nni6s2thttps://bsky.app/profile/roadcc.bsky.social/post/3mll5j3o4zs2iSinn Féin’s finance spokesperson has been accused of “toxic populism” by cyclists after arguing that a new “luxury” bike shed at a hospital was a “slap in the race to ordinary workers” https://road.cc/news/cycling-live-blog-11-may-202611 May 2026 11:15 +0000at://did:plc:d6hgtena453f3tpskdrprvyr/app.bsky.feed.post/3mll5j3o4zs2ihttps://bsky.app/profile/roadcc.bsky.social/post/3mll2akkubc2bBizarrely, this is not Cumberbatch's first 'strange' interaction with a cyclist, having previously been slapped by a cyclist after hitting him with his Lamborghini, and prevented a mugging. https://road.cc/news/cumberbatch-accused-of-red-light-jumping11 May 2026 10:17 +0000at://did:plc:d6hgtena453f3tpskdrprvyr/app.bsky.feed.post/3mll2akkubc2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/roadcc.bsky.social/post/3mlidcgpgus2iEvery month we collate the things that have impressed our expert reviewers the most, and nine products have made the most recent cut. https://road.cc/tech-news/gravel-bike-faultless-performance-best-bike-computer-road-cc-recommends-updated10 May 2026 08:21 +0000at://did:plc:d6hgtena453f3tpskdrprvyr/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlidcgpgus2ihttps://bsky.app/profile/roadcc.bsky.social/post/3mlid34am2k2i While regaining his fitness following a shocking crash, Paul discovered the club camaraderie he never knew he wanted... https://road.cc/blog/i-dont-want-to-belong-to-any-club-that-will-accept-me-as-a-member-why-i-changed-my-mind-about-cycling-clubs10 May 2026 08:17 +0000at://did:plc:d6hgtena453f3tpskdrprvyr/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlid34am2k2ihttps://bsky.app/profile/roadcc.bsky.social/post/3mlic2y7jys2iSome of the innovation on show at the 30th China Cycle show suggested that Chinese bike brands are no longer just competing with more established names, but are ahead of the curve when it comes to cutting-edge tech... https://road.cc/feature/chinese-bikes-are-still-coming-for-the-big-western-brands-and-the-designs-are-getting-wilder-highlights-from-the-2026-china-cycle-show-in-shanghai10 May 2026 07:59 +0000at://did:plc:d6hgtena453f3tpskdrprvyr/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlic2y7jys2ihttps://bsky.app/profile/roadcc.bsky.social/post/3mlg4k4b76u2sCheck out the most radical bike you'll see this week, Assos clothing that's out of this world, Pogacar’s Colnago that's up for auction, and the rest of this week's hottest new tech09 May 2026 11:15 +0000at://did:plc:d6hgtena453f3tpskdrprvyr/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlg4k4b76u2shttps://bsky.app/profile/roadcc.bsky.social/post/3mle6dun4qs2s“All day I was fighting”: Anna van der Breggen wins stage 6 of the Vuelta Femenina and more on the live blog. https://road.cc/news/cycling-live-blog-8-may-202608 May 2026 16:42 +0000at://did:plc:d6hgtena453f3tpskdrprvyr/app.bsky.feed.post/3mle6dun4qs2s