This week's cycling tech news highlights a range of new products and updates, including SKS's premium Smartgrab 360 smartphone mount, 4iiii's Viiiiva Heart Rate Monitor with extended battery life, and the Sans self-cleaning water bottle. Continental introduces the Terra Competition tire, designed for versatile road and gravel use, while Knog upgrades its Blinder light series for enhanced visibility. Additionally, Met launches limited edition helmets endorsed by Tadej Pogačar, and Garmin rolls out significant software updates for its smartwatches, improving tracking and accessibility.

The Metropolitan Police's decision to disband its specialized cycling and motorbike safety units has sparked considerable debate. While initially perceived as a step backward for cyclist safety, a deeper analysis suggests that improvements in cycling infrastructure, rather than police presence, have been the primary driver of enhanced safety. This article explores the evolving landscape of London's cycling environment and questions the necessity of such dedicated police units in an era of advanced urban planning.

A look back at the most visually unappealing professional cycling team kits throughout history, from the 1990s to the present day. Inspired by the controversial 2026 Ineos Grenadiers' orange and grey design, this article compiles a list of twelve notoriously unsightly cycling uniforms, highlighting their design flaws and the public's reactions. It explores how various teams, despite their athletic prowess, have sometimes fallen short in sartorial judgment, sparking debates and leaving a memorable, albeit aesthetically challenging, mark on the sport's visual legacy.