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Crashes, controversy, compatibility issues: What is the hookless rim debate, and how do we solve it?

By Dan Cavallari published 22 May 26

Member Exclusive Cycling isn't short on technology that has divided opinions over the years, and hookless rims are certainly among them. But why has this innovation drawn such heat? And have we been looking for answers in all the right places? Cyclingnews takes a comprehensive look at the hookless rim debate so far and the potential solutions

Misspelt brands, dubious deals, and no safety guarantees in sight – Welcome to the Wild West of AliExpress bike parts

By Matthew Loveridge published 21 May 26

Member Exclusive Given the cost of new components and gear, cycling's well-established black market can tempt many riders with cut-price deals. But is it all too good to be true? Matthew Loveridge delves down the rabbit hole of fake bike parts, the safety risks some pose, and where he believes the line should be drawn

'A level of service that can't be boxed and shipped' - How brick and mortar bike shops are redefining success in an online world

By Neal Hunt published 20 February 26

Member Exclusive Independent retailers aren't just hanging on, they're evolving. Amidst the bike industry's sense of doom, some shops have discovered a formula not reliant on low prices, and it's paying off

From Gabba-gate to the wrong energy gels – Why teams stray from their official sponsors, and what happens when they do

By Ollie Smith published 26 January 26

Member Exclusive Professional cyclists and teams have sponsors for everything from clothing and wheels to gels and supplements, but does that mean that they stay brand loyal 100% of the time? From blatantly using rival products to more subtle strays, using the 'wrong' equipment does happen. We found out why – and what the consequences can be

100 years of manufacturing - Miche factory tour gallery

By Tom Wieckowski published 21 October 25

A techy look inside the Miche factory in Northern Italy's cycling heartland

Illegal cycling streaming is on the rise – is premium broadcasting helping the sport or driving piracy?

By Emma Cole published 1 September 25

Member Exclusive After recent changes in broadcast rights and price increases, fans are turning to illegal methods to watch cycling. But is it harming the sport?

Build it and they will come - How China's high-end bike brands are taking over the US market

By Dan Cavallari published 31 July 25

Carbon bikes made in the factories that produce major brand names, groupset disruptors like L-Twoo, and a different world of labour and material are preparing to transform the bike market

Where bikes are made: The silent manufacturers at the helm of the industry

By Emma Cole published 14 March 25

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Bike brands don't want you to know that your bike was likely made by a company you've never heard of, far, far away

'Collateral damage' - What impact could Donald Trump’s tariffs have on the bike industry?

By Emma Cole published 20 November 24

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How the newly elected President’s proposed tariffs may affect U.S. bike brands, consumers and the wider industry