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Stage 10 resumed after the rest day with a hilly route across Albacete province and three category 3 climbs. A seven-rider break went clear early, while Visma and Cofidis controlled much of the chase. The finale turned chaotic on the uphill run to Elche de la Sierra after late attacks split the front. Bastien Tronchon timed his sprint best and edged clear in the closing metres for his first WorldTour victory.

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The best bike floor pumps in 2026: How to choose and five models worth buying

From road precision to tubeless setup, here's how to choose the right floor pump – plus the five best models for fast, accurate, drama-free inflation

Best Bike Travel Cases 2026 – What 40 flights and 2 snapped levers taught me about packing

I’ve flown with a bike over 40 times and learned the hard way, so you don’t have to. From Evoc to Buxumbox, here is the definitive hard vs. soft case verdict for the best 6 cases in 2026.

Best road bikes under £3000: Finding the high-performance sweet spot

Looking for pro-level performance without the pro-level debt? We break down the best road bikes under £3000, from carbon endurance machines to high-spec 'alloy superbikes'.

The best bike computer mounts of 2026: Top picks for Garmin and Wahoo

The best TPU inner tubes in 2026: Our guide to the fast, light and packable alternative

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Cycplus AS2 Ultra long-term review: 12 months with the 88g e-pump that makes you forget hand pumps existed

After a year of rides, tours and roadside repairs, this e-pump has proved itself as a worthy replacement for the old school hand pump. I never ride without it.

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L’Étape du Tour de France 2026: Everything you need to know about the Alpine epic

A 170km, 5,400m Alpine monster over Croix de Fer, Télégraphe, Galibier and Col de Sarenne before finishing above Alpe d’Huez – one of the hardest Étape du Tour editions ever.

Marmotte Granfondo Alpes 2026, 177km and 5,000m of climbing across four cols ending atop Alpe d'Huez: everything you need to know

Europe’s iconic bucket‑list sportive returns to Bourg d’Oisans with a colossal route over the Glandon, Télégraphe–Galibier and Alpe d’Huez. Expect 175–185 km, ~5,000–5,500 m climbing, huge scenery and an unforgettable finish.

GFNY Punta del Este 2026: wind, punchy climbs and 124km through Uruguay's Atlantic coast

GFNY Punta del Este delivers 124.2km of coastal crosswinds and short, sharp climbs through Uruguay's Maldonado hinterland. Here is everything you need to know before race day on March 15.

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Road Bikes

Is a £3,000 road bike better value now than it was a decade ago?

Shimano 105 replaced Ultegra at this price point, tyres nearly doubled in width, and rim brakes vanished entirely. A spec-level analysis of whether the 2026 buyer is actually getting more for the money.

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From steel stacks to 117 grams: Trace Velo on the wild evolution of AliExpress bike cassettes

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Butyl, latex, TPU or sealant: The complete guide to inner tubes and tubeless tyres

'Most gravel bikes are built down to a price point', Bastion launches $27,000 Panterra with Archetype aero DNA and 50mm clearance

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La Vuelta 2026

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La Vuelta a España 2026 stage guide: How to watch, live streams and the key mountain stages still to come

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News Stream

From speed skating to SD Worx, Eline Jansen follows a proven path into the WorldTour

Cycling teams spend months finding sponsors. This tech founder raised $5,125 in 15 hours selling ad space on a bike she doesn't yet own

‘I'm not going to create any false mystery' – Thomas Voeckler names Paul Seixas, 19, as France's leader for Montréal Worlds

Justinas Leveika conquers one of cycling’s hardest challenges, winning 2,052km Silk Road Mountain Race by a day

Cian Uijtdebroeks withdraws from La Vuelta after tearful finish, crash injury worse than first thought

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Cycplus AS2 Ultra long-term review: 12 months with the 88g e-pump that makes you forget hand pumps existed

Live rider power comes to women’s Tour of Britain broadcast in WorldTour first

The IsoSpeed era is over for Trek road bikes, and wider tyres explain why

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Training & Gear

Is a £3,000 road bike better value now than it was a decade ago?

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From steel stacks to 117 grams: Trace Velo on the wild evolution of AliExpress bike cassettes

Butyl, latex, TPU or sealant: The complete guide to inner tubes and tubeless tyres

Women

From speed skating to SD Worx, Eline Jansen follows a proven path into the WorldTour

Lorena Wiebes won four stages, and her Tour of Britain rivals helped make it happen

'We've got to get there in one piece', Kim Le Court targets Tour of Britain Women GC redemption

'The spring was a bit underwhelming', Pfeiffer Georgi embraces freedom to attack at Tour of Britain Women

Gravel

Justinas Leveika conquers one of cycling’s hardest challenges, winning 2,052km Silk Road Mountain Race by a day

'I want to go all in', Van Aert resets season around Vuelta, gravel and Montréal after Denmark hat-trick

'Most gravel bikes are built down to a price point', Bastion launches $27,000 Panterra with Archetype aero DNA and 50mm clearance

'I have never recovered so smoothly from a Classic', Wout van Aert makes surprise return at Marly Grav gravel race

Tour de France

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'He needs a breather' - Brian Holm questions collarbone explanation for Vingegaard ending 2026 season

'Never, never going full gas', Bruyneel claims Pogačar saved energy for Vuelta during Tour

Tour de France Femmes passes 100 million European viewing hours as digital records tumble

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Cycplus AS2 Ultra long-term review: 12 months with the 88g e-pump that makes you forget hand pumps existed

Live rider power comes to women’s Tour of Britain broadcast in WorldTour first

The IsoSpeed era is over for Trek road bikes, and wider tyres explain why

Tesla's first bike has no pedals or brakes, and costs $225

Sidi's new Wire 3 weighs 230g, has a stunning fluoro theme and costs €399

Featured Events

L’Étape du Tour de France 2026: Everything you need to know about the Alpine epic

Marmotte Granfondo Alpes 2026, 177km and 5,000m of climbing across four cols ending atop Alpe d'Huez: everything you need to know

GFNY Punta del Este 2026: wind, punchy climbs and 124km through Uruguay's Atlantic coast