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"I reject any stereotyping of cyclists": Irish prime minister condemns judge's 'nightmare cyclists' comments, as Labour makes formal complaint to judicial standards body

https://road.cc/content/news/taoiseach-criticises-judge-over-comments-317655

Published: January 14, 2026 15:11

The Taoiseach's comments join a chorus of dismay following judge James O'Donohue's remarks in civil court during a case which saw damages paid to an injured cyclist reduced by 80%

"This story was one-sided": Cycling campaigners criticise BBC coverage of "irresponsible e-bike users"

https://road.cc/content/news/bbc-e-bike-parking-story-criticised-317647

Published: January 14, 2026 12:10

The BBC's coverage was based on a complaint about hire bikes blocking footways raised by one elderly couple and did not investigate other pavement infringements such as parked cars

The best cycling bargains: check out the road.cc Recommends Bargain Buys of the Year 2025/26

https://road.cc/content/feature/roadcc-recommends-bargain-buys-year-202526-317089

Published: January 14, 2026 12:00

After 12 months of reviewing, it’s time to unveil the bikes, components, accessories and clothing that deliver genuinely outstanding value, culminating in our Bargain Buy of the Year

Universal Colours Deep Winter Gloves

https://road.cc/content/review/universal-colours-deep-winter-gloves-317627

Published: January 14, 2026 09:45

Premium gloves for all but the coldest winter days 8/10

"Motorists don't pay for roads any more than anybody else": Council hits back at backlash over 20mph speed limit to "support new cycling route" + more on the live blog

https://road.cc/content/news/cycling-live-blog-14-january-2026-317641

Published: January 14, 2026 08:41

By lunchtime you'll be closer to the weekend than the start of the week, so join Dan Alexander in the live blog procrastination station as he distracts you with another eclectic mix of news, views, reaction, silliness and more

Owner of Ridley and Eddy Merckx brands introduces 'transferable lifetime warranty' to cover second owners

https://road.cc/content/tech-news/owner-ridley-eddy-merckx-lifetime-warranty-317621

Published: January 13, 2026 18:20

It's the products lifetime, not yours! It's still a good thing compared to now though

Coroner highlights lack of "comprehensive cycle path network" during inquest into cyclist's death, as cycling charity warns collision site "long been regarded as unsafe"

https://road.cc/content/news/lack-cycle-infrastructure-raised-collision-inquest-317639

Published: January 13, 2026 17:16

Calls for increased HGV safety measures in Northern Ireland following fatal blind spot collision

Fuming politicians claim "ridiculous" new cycle lane scheme is "crackpot stuff", but council encourages residents to "ditch the car for some shorter journeys"

https://road.cc/content/news/fuming-politicians-brand-cycle-lane-plan-crackpot-stuff-317635

Published: January 13, 2026 14:45

Proposal for active travel infrastructure has sparked row over cycling data, as local authority insists scheme will make area "healthier and safer"

Hunt’s recyclable gravel wheelset, a Huawei smartwatch with cycling power plus more cool things from Assos, Milo and FixPlus

https://road.cc/content/tech-news/five-cool-things-coming-soon-roadcc-hunt-huawei-assos-milo-317631

Published: January 13, 2026 12:16

The latest cycling tech, clothing and accessories have arrived at road.cc HQ. Here’s a sneak peek before full reviews land soon

Hunt’s recyclable gravel wheelset, a Huawei smartwatch with cycling power plus more cool things from Assos, Milo and FixPlus

https://road.cc/content/tech-news/five-cool-things-coming-soon-roadcc-317629

Published: January 13, 2026 12:16

The latest cycling tech, clothing and accessories have arrived at road.cc HQ. Here’s a sneak peek before full reviews land soon

reTyre lands €7m investment and partners with Vittoria on low-carbon, fully recyclable bike tyres

https://road.cc/content/tech-news/retyre-partners-vittoria-low-carbon-bike-tyres-317615

Published: January 13, 2026 12:00

Norwegian brand will work with Vittoria to bring “next generation of sustainable tyres to market,” promising 80% lower CO₂ emissions and 100% recyclability

Judge criticised for extraordinary 'nightmare cyclists' comments after slashing damages by 80% for Dublin rider who suffered brain injury in collision

https://road.cc/content/news/judge-criticised-nightmare-cyclists-comments-317625

Published: January 13, 2026 11:29

Cycling campaign groups "deeply concerned" by court remarks, as report suggests same judge was previously fined €600 after pleading guilty to refusing a breathalyser test

“That’s weird, he didn’t cut you off the road”: When you think you’re being speedy on a descent… and then Jasper Philipsen flies past; Is this the greatest punctuation-free anti-cycling rant in the history of the internet? + more on the live blog

https://road.cc/content/news/cycling-live-blog-13-january-2026-317617

Published: January 13, 2026 09:56

You may have noticed some technical glitches on the site this morning, but don’t worry, because normal service will now resume on the Tuesday live blog… which means Ryan Mallon’s here with lots of news, views, and silly stuff he found on the internet

Fizik Vento Proxy Wide Shoes

https://road.cc/content/review/fizik-vento-proxy-wide-shoes-317525

Published: January 13, 2026 09:45

Comfortable, cool and well-fitting with adequate performance for most gravel riders, but less suitable for other off-roading 7/10

Y-Mount reckons its new mounting system "revolutionises bikepacking" by tackling saddlebag sway

https://road.cc/content/tech-news/y-mount-revolutionise-bike-packing-saddle-sway-317609

Published: January 12, 2026 17:15

The Y-Mount is designed to stabilise your bikepacking setup on road and gravel bikes, though a few additional components are required to achieve full stability. There's also attachments for smaller bags and bottle cages

Pro cyclists urge Tour Down Under to drop “embarrassing” oil and gas sponsor

https://road.cc/content/news/pro-cyclist-urge-tour-down-under-sponsor-be-dropped-317613

Published: January 12, 2026 16:59

Riders say energy giant Santos, which holds naming rights until 2028, does not align with “the values of the modern world”

Regent Park to get new pedestrian crossings as part of crackdown on ‘dangerous’ cyclists

https://road.cc/content/news/regent-park-get-new-pedestrian-crossings-317611

Published: January 12, 2026 14:35

The crossings form part of Royal Parks’ new ‘considerate cycling campaign’, which it says will “enhance safety for all visitors” by forcing cyclists to adhere to a code of conduct and speed limits

The road.cc Recommends Wheels of the Year 2025/26

https://road.cc/content/feature/roadcc-recommends-wheels-year-202526-316599

Published: January 12, 2026 12:00

Buckle up! It’s time to reveal the road and gravel wheels that most impressed our reviewers over the past 12 months, from Hunt, DT Swiss, Fulcrum, Van Rysel and more…

Get ready to roll with the road.cc Recommends Tyres of the Year 2025/26

https://road.cc/content/feature/roadcc-recommends-tyres-year-202526-316623

Published: January 12, 2026 12:00

Check out the best road and gravel tyres we’ve reviewed over the past 12 months – from Continental, Pirelli, Schwalbe and more

Cyclists raise safety concerns after slips and near misses on new cycle lane

https://road.cc/content/news/slips-and-near-misses-new-cycle-lane-317607

Published: January 12, 2026 10:39

The council has urged cyclists using the route to take extra care during bad weather

“If you’re famous, you should go in the bike lane in your car”: Jeremy Kyle and Terry Wogan’s son claim Sadiq Khan’s cycle paths have “ruined London” – and suggest motorists could use them as pre-paid ‘fast lanes’ + more on the live blog

https://road.cc/content/news/cycling-live-blog-12-january-2026-317605

Published: January 12, 2026 10:10

It’s Monday, and after a weekend spent fixing things around his house (yes, really), Ryan Mallon’s back on the live blog, ready to attack the week like a cyclocrosser on a dodgy stream

Rapha Pro Team Shadow Winter Jacket

https://road.cc/content/review/rapha-pro-team-shadow-winter-jacket-317529

Published: January 12, 2026 09:45

Quietly warm and strikingly windproof without ever quite feeling as extraordinary as its price 8/10

Lazer introduce their KinetiCore safety feature to the Sphere road helmet

https://road.cc/content/tech-news/lazer-sphere-kineticore-317509

Published: January 12, 2026 08:00

The new helmet model has the frequent road rider firmly in mind

Engineering works on road.cc!

https://road.cc/content/news/engineering-works-roadcc-317593

Published: January 12, 2026 00:01

Bear with us as we move to all-new versions of road.cc, ebiketips and off.road.cc this week, hopefully you won't notice a thing… unless you want to comment on Monday

Check out Cannondale’s first-ever bike: the ST-500 from 1983

https://road.cc/content/feature/check-out-cannondales-first-ever-bike-1983-st-500-317553

Published: January 11, 2026 21:45

Joe Montgomery, the driving force behind Cannondale’s leap into bike manufacturing, has just passed on, so let’s look back at the brand’s very first bike

Roval Rapide CL III

https://road.cc/content/review/roval-rapide-cl-iii-317513

Published: January 11, 2026 15:45

Very good wheels for fast group rides, though you can spend less 8/10

"For cyclists, potholes are far more than an annoyance": British Cycling welcomes government's new pothole traffic light ratings showing which counties "are fixing potholes effectively"

https://road.cc/content/news/british-cycling-welcomes-governments-new-pothole-ratings-317601

Published: January 11, 2026 08:00

Government says new ratings follow "record" £7.3 billion funding for pothole repairs announced at most recent Budget

"Probably wouldn't be possible with a bunch of climbers": Soudal Quick-Step push car free after motorist somehow managed to get vehicle stuck on roadside wall

https://road.cc/content/news/soudal-quick-step-push-car-free-317603

Published: January 10, 2026 17:07

Some unexpected mid-ride strength training...

Birzman Hydraulic Hose Cutter

https://road.cc/content/review/birzman-hydraulic-hose-cutter-317445

Published: January 10, 2026 12:45

Super little tool works well and is priced very competitively against the alternatives 9/10

British bike component manufacturer accuses Hong Kong brand behind viral aero front mech cover of "blatant copy"

https://road.cc/content/news/british-bike-component-manufacturer-accuses-rival-copy-317599

Published: January 10, 2026 12:27

"It does make me feel a little bit bitter because they haven't seen the blood, sweat and tears that have gone into the product"

Just when you though Remco couldn't get more aero — Specialized reckons its new kit can save 25w (but there's a catch), plus MyWhoosh wants to give riders Bitcoin rewards

https://road.cc/content/tech-news/can-specializeds-new-kit-really-save-25w-317589

Published: January 10, 2026 12:00

Aero claims, new kits and a whole load of tech news to kick off 2026

Mayor who knocked cyclist off bike after "four or five pints of Stella" resigns

https://road.cc/content/news/drink-driving-mayor-who-hit-cyclist-resigns-317597

Published: January 10, 2026 09:16

Local politician was banned from driving for 20 months and ordered to pay £3,000 at court in November

Is Keir Starmer ignoring cycling? Labour’s Road Safety Strategy discussed + Simon Yates’ shock retirement, British Cycling’s cyclocross paywall, and we rank the 2026 peloton’s new kits

https://road.cc/content/feature/keir-starmer-ignoring-cycling-317591

Published: January 9, 2026 17:10

2026 hasn’t taken its time, has it? Which at least means there’s plenty to discuss on the first podcast episode of the year

Rapha to shut Manchester clubhouse and half of its American branches – week before unveiling new USA Cycling team kit

https://road.cc/content/news/rapha-shuts-manchester-clubhouse-and-four-us-branches-317587

Published: January 9, 2026 16:19

The brand’s CEO Fran Millar said the “painful decision” forms part of a host of changes “to bring greater focus” at Rapha following eight straight years in the red

“I was treated as someone not entitled to use the road”: Cyclist injured after “aggressive” road rage driver brake checks group – for riding two abreast towards oncoming traffic

https://road.cc/content/news/cyclist-injured-driver-brake-checks-two-abreast-group-317585

Published: January 9, 2026 14:58

The motorist, sentenced to 150 hours of unpaid work, also blasted his horn continuously before passing the cyclists, but denied braking deliberately

Could an electric bike be the ultimate rapid response unit? Ambulance service to trial using e-bikes to respond to medical emergencies

https://road.cc/content/news/could-electric-bike-be-ultimate-rapid-response-unit-317583

Published: January 9, 2026 13:55

Acute Ambulance & Medical Services in Milton Keynes will trial using electric bikes as part of their ambulance fleet

road.cc Recommends Components of the Year 2025/26: the best groupsets, pedals, saddles and more

https://road.cc/content/feature/roadcc-recommends-components-year-202526-316589

Published: January 9, 2026 12:00

We add the best components we've reviewed to road.cc Recommends every month, and now it’s time to reveal the best of the best from Shimano, SRAM, Look, Time...

Cyclocross star told by doctors to stop cycling completely after blood flow problems force early retirement

https://road.cc/content/news/cyclocross-star-told-stop-cycling-completely-317581

Published: January 9, 2026 11:59

Former European champion Eli Iserbyt revealed that it is “no longer medically advisable for me to ride my bike recreationally and competitively” in an emotional Instagram video

E-bikes could be classified as mobility devices in drive to modernise “outdated rules”

https://road.cc/content/news/e-bikes-could-be-classified-mobility-devices-317579

Published: January 9, 2026 11:46

12-week DfT review could scrap 40-year-old laws and legalise e-bikes for disabled riders

Galibier Colombiere Pro Jacket

https://road.cc/content/review/galibier-colombiere-pro-jacket-317431

Published: January 9, 2026 09:45

Hugely comfortable insulated jacket that works equally well on and off the bike 8/10

"I am appalled": Reform UK councillors blast new cycle lane plans as "disastrous" despite increases in cycle users; OS Maps track cycle lane data + more on the live blog

https://road.cc/content/news/cycling-live-blog-9-january-2026-317573

Published: January 9, 2026 09:40

Callum is back on the blog for the first time this year, milking every last "Happy New Year" he can get and wondering how he could sleep without the Ashes last night...

How to keep your feet warm cycling - beat cold feet on the bike with these toasty tips

https://road.cc/content/feature/how-keep-your-feet-warm-cycling-299163

Published: January 8, 2026 17:22

Do your feet get cold when cycling? Here are a few top tips to keep your toes toasty

Indoor cycling is a fitness hack, not a soft option

https://road.cc/content/feature/indoor-cycling-fitness-hack-not-soft-option-317523

Published: January 8, 2026 17:19

Far from being just for winter, turbo training's efficiency unlock fitness gains all year round

Brompton “optimistic” as cycling industry “normalises” – despite folding bike brand’s post-tax losses doubling

https://road.cc/content/news/brompton-optimistic-post-tax-losses-double-317569

Published: January 8, 2026 14:40

The British company’s sales also dropped by 7.5 per cent, though pre-tax profits rose by almost £126,000 last year

Nigel Farage claims plan to lower drink drive limit “designed by the Islington cycling classes” – as Reform UK leader says: “We’re now incredibly safe on our roads”

https://road.cc/content/news/farage-drink-drive-limit-designed-cycling-elite-317557

Published: January 8, 2026 12:51

Labour’s plans to consult on lowering the drink drive limit in England and Wales were branded “absolutely ridiculous and wholly unnecessary” by Farage, who said the current laws have worked “pretty effectively”

Rose Bikes returns to the UK, six years after halting deliveries due to Brexit... with just one gravel bike for sale

https://road.cc/content/tech-news/rose-returns-uk-brexit-one-gravel-bike-sale-317549

Published: January 8, 2026 12:01

After more than half of the decade away, Rose is set to return to the UK, with a £3,500 gravel race bike now available to buy for UK customers. We presume more will follow

road.cc Recommends Cycle Clothing of the Year 2025/26: the best jerseys, jackets, shorts, tights, shoes & more

https://road.cc/content/feature/roadcc-recommends-cycle-clothing-year-202526-316649

Published: January 8, 2026 12:00

Check out the most impressive clothing that we’ve reviewed over the past year, from the likes of Castelli, Santini, Assos…

Multiple long-serving Endura employees announce redundancies amid reports troubled cycling apparel brand is “leaving Scotland”

https://road.cc/content/news/redundancies-endura-reports-brand-leaving-scotland-317551

Published: January 8, 2026 10:30

Reports of “many” job losses and a “total relocation” of the Scottish brand come after Endura posted two consecutive losses, totalling over £18m, since 2023

Continental eContact Plus tyre

https://road.cc/content/review/continental-econtact-plus-tyre-317417

Published: January 8, 2026 09:45

Premium e-bike/commuting tyre for carrying heavy loads with excellent puncture resistance and durability 8/10

"I really hope they didn't ride it": Cyclists baffled by £100 Facebook Marketplace bike with "razor-sharp handling"... thanks to mind-boggling front end + more on the live blog

https://road.cc/content/news/cycling-live-blog-8-january-2026-317545

Published: January 8, 2026 09:02

Welcome back to another day of live blog action, Dan Alexander with you throughout Thursday and keeping you up to date with all the goings on from the world of cycling today

I did the UK's most expensive cafe ride

https://road.cc/content/feature/i-did-uks-most-expensive-cafe-ride-317543

Published: January 7, 2026 16:01

£265 for a coffee. Yes, you read that correctly.

Simon Yates announces retirement with immediate effect

https://road.cc/content/news/simon-yates-retirement-317537

Published: January 7, 2026 13:40

The 33-year-old defending Giro d'Italia champion said "it is not a decision I have made lightly"

Wheelchairs and mobility scooters could be allowed in cycle lanes under new government proposals

https://road.cc/content/news/wheelchair-mobility-scooter-cycle-lane-proposal-317535

Published: January 7, 2026 12:58

The three month consultation is also gauging proposals that would legalise privately-owned e-scooters in public spaces

Leaked pics suggest Cannondale CAAD 14 is coming – and it looks like a return to classic CAAD roots

https://road.cc/content/tech-news/leaked-pics-suggest-cannondale-caad-14-coming-317531

Published: January 7, 2026 12:10

Images show an unreleased Cannondale CAAD 14 alloy race bike, hinting at a more traditional frame silhouette paired with fully internal cable routing. It could mark a stylistic shift away from the CAAD 13 – but it all comes with an asterisk

Here are the road.cc Recommends Accessories of the Year 2025/26: the best helmets, glasses, lights, locks and more

https://road.cc/content/feature/roadcc-recommends-accessories-year-202526-best-cycling-products-316731

Published: January 7, 2026 12:00

It’s time to reveal the best cycling accessories that we’ve reviewed on road.cc over the past year

Ebi’s new "modular urban tandem" e-bike, that can switch between tandem and cargo modes without tools, set for Kickstarter launch

https://road.cc/content/news/ebis-new-modular-e-bike-set-kickstarter-launch-317527

Published: January 7, 2026 10:29

Versatile urban electric bike said to switch between tandem, pet and, cargo bike modes in seconds

Trek Aeolus RSL AirLoom Bike Saddle

https://road.cc/content/review/trek-aeolus-rsl-airloom-bike-saddle-317407

Published: January 7, 2026 09:45

Great value, great comfort and lightweight 9/10

"Why do certain MAMILs think they're too important to use the cycle path?" asks fuming driver... only to get told to have some "patience and self control" rather than "coming on Facebook to cry about it" + more on the live blog

https://road.cc/content/news/cycling-live-blog-7-january-2026-317521

Published: January 7, 2026 09:00

It's cold, snowy and you're probably absolutely sick of the sight of the turbo trainer, but Dan Alexander will be doing his best to keep you entertained as we pass the midway point of the week

"Putting in a cycleway isn't a 'war on motorists', it's a space to keep children safe": Fears "hostile" media coverage is stopping parents let their kids cycle

https://road.cc/content/news/fears-hostile-media-coverage-stopping-kids-cycling-317519

Published: January 6, 2026 17:31

Bikeability has seen numbers at national cycle training scheme for children fall in the West Midlands, but reports things remain "on target" nationally

"I'm thinking someone's done some proper research on this": Cyclist fears thieves used Strava to plan burglary and steal bikes worth £30,000

https://road.cc/content/news/cyclist-fears-thieves-used-strava-plan-ps30000-burglary-317517

Published: January 6, 2026 16:12

Cyclist devastated after thieves climb into garden, block lights, pick lock on shed and steal three high-value bikes during evening when owner was in the house metres away