Latest Pro Cycling News
September 25, 2025
The UCI has just announced rule updates from helmets to handlebar widths – here’s everything you need to know
Bans on certain helmets for road racing, concessions on limits for handlebar widths and points meaning more across disciplines are among updates on UCI rules that were announced on Thursday morning. CYCLING WEEKLY
September 24, 2025
US Customs detaining bikes made by Giant over forced-labor allegations
Customs and Border Protection on Wednesday said it is detaining bikes, bike parts and accessories made by Giant in Taiwan because of allegations of forced-labor use. The ruling appears to apply to products sold under Giant's brands or produced by Giant in Taiwan for other brands. Bicycle Retailer
September 23, 2025
Wahoo patent suggests plan for new ‘side-to-side’ tilting exercise bike
Indoor riding might be about to get even more realistic, with a new Wahoo patent suggesting ‘side-to-side’ leaning might soon be a feature on an upcoming smart bike from the brand. The patent, filed earlier this year and published last month, is for an ‘exercise bike with side-to-side motion mechanism’, and appears to be an...
September 17, 2025
Fresh Off $2.2B Valuation, Strava Said To Be Prepping for IPO
Strava is gearing up for a U.S. initial public offering, with the San Francisco-based social fitness platform said to have invited Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan and Morgan Stanley to pitch for roles, according to a report. The move comes just months after Strava closed a fundraising round valuing the platform at $2.2...
September 16, 2025
Why are some pro cyclists using nicotine?
Professional cyclists are among the fittest, most health-conscious athletes in the world. Tobacco and nicotine, two of the most addictive legal substances, are more commonly associated with cancer warnings and long-term health risks than elite performance. So you’d be forgiven for thinking the pro peloton would be the last place...
September 16, 2025
CUBE expands partnership with Continental for 2026 lineup
CUBE has expanded its partnership with Continental to fit its 2026 models with Continental’s premium performance tyres. The collaboration also extends beyond mountain bikes into the gravel segment. CYCLING INDUSTRY NEWS
September 15, 2025
Zwift cancels elite racing for good
In a September 12 email seen by Escape Collective, Zwift director of racing Sean Parry informed racers that there are no plans for elite racing in the foreseeable future. escape
September 14, 2025
Final stage of Spain’s Vuelta cycling race suspended following pro-Palestinian protests
The final stage of the Vuelta a Espana was suspended on Sunday after several large pro-Palestinian protests disrupted the premier cycling event in the Spanish capital Madrid, according to organizers. CNN
September 10, 2025
EXEC: Giant Bicycle Continues Strong DD Sales Declines in August 2025
Giant Group’s monthly revenue fell 26.7 percent to NT$5.0 billion, marking the company’s fifth consecutive double-digit decline and the fourth straight month of strong double-digit decreases. The sharp drop for the month was offset by a 2.0 percent increase in the August 2024 period. SGB MEDIA
September 8, 2025
Woom reports 41% revenue increase
Woom, the Austrian kids bike brand, has said its revenue for the first half of 2025 was its best yet, rising 41% to €90.1 million (about US$106 million) compared to the previous year. escape
