Autumn in the Peak: a 105 km ride through autumn
A 105 km audax ride starts from Marple on 24 October and crosses the Peak District. The route combines hills, reservoirs and about 12 km of gravel.
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VeloDunajec: ride from the Tatras to the Vistula in stages
The 237-kilometre Polish route follows the Dunajec valley from Zakopane to the Vistula. Its mountainous southern section and unfinished stretches call for separate planning.
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Brake lever reach and contact point are two different adjustments
Reach adjustment moves the lever closer to or farther from your hand. Contact point adjustment changes when the pads meet the rotor. Not every brake offers both.
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UCI forms steering group for professional road cycling reform
Cycling’s governing body has brought organisers, teams and riders into a new steering group. The first changes could arrive from the 2029 season.
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Finding an adapted cycle begins with a chance to try one
A UK inclusive cycling programme offers adapted cycles, support and loans. Its centres recorded 4,879 participant engagements through January 2026.
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Anna Morris takes three golds at Shanghai track worlds
Welsh rider Anna Morris won the omnium, Madison and team pursuit at the world championships in Shanghai. Her three titles show her range across very different track disciplines.
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Cycle-friendly workplaces now span 17 European countries
Europe’s cycle-friendly employer scheme operates in 17 countries and recognises more than 2,000 employers. Secure parking and changing facilities can make commuting by bike easier.
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At Durham Bike Co-op, people repair bicycles together
The Durham Bike Co-op in North Carolina combines refurbished bicycles with hands-on learning. Volunteers help riders take part in the repair of their own bikes.
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Utrecht conference puts connected routes at the heart of cycle tourism
More than 220 delegates at the EuroVelo and Cycling Tourism Conference in Utrecht discussed how routes connect regions, transport and local services.
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Why new bicycle disc brakes need bedding in
New pads or rotors need a controlled bed-in period. Gradual braking helps create an even contact surface and makes braking feel more consistent.
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