Other Voices

Other Voices

Hats off to this generation’s ideas for positive cycling change.


“We need to make cycling more normal for everybody – for all races, all genders – and to see it as a more normal way of transport for everyone.”

Thea, IslingtonThea, Islington

“Our road architecture is pretty poor, and our cycling routes are potholed. We need people to cycle more to make for a better world.”

Desmond, LondonDesmond, London

“Make it more inclusive, encourage more women to cycle and make infrastructure better – repair the roads and make proper segregated cycle lanes that are clearly marked.”

Rose, KentRose, Kent

“Better promotion and understanding for drivers to give cyclists more space on the road.”

Said, SpainSaid, Spain

“I think trans-inclusion in cycling would make the sport better. I want everybody to be able to race and ride with whatever category they see fit and feel comfortable with.”

Bailey, NebraskaBailey, Nebraska

“Implement and improve sustainable transport infrastructure so people can cycle safely and ensure it is acceptable for disabled cyclists.”

Aisling, BelfastAisling, Belfast

“Create more of a platform for young people to get into the sport competitively – anything from recreational club cycling to giving more options if they want to progress it further.”

Tim, LondonTim, London

“Increase representation across the board – more black and brown people and more opportunities for women.”

Lewis, NottinghamLewis, Nottingham

“You’ve just got to show people how much joy cycling can bring to your life.”

Harriet, LondonHarriet, London

READ MORE

Business as usual: Does the Tour de France ever get old for riders or their families?

Business as usual: Does the Tour de France ever get old for riders or their families?

The average number of Tour de France appearances per rider this year is approximately 3.4 participations. Bright-eyed and bushy-tailed debutants have been making headlines enough...

Read more
'Haters gonna hate': Pogačar steals the show on Bastille Day

'Haters gonna hate': Pogačar steals the show on Bastille Day

France dreamed of a local victor on its national day. Instead, Tadej Pogačar lit up stage 10 with another trademark attack. Begrudged 'chapeaus' abound in...

Read more
Tadej Pogačar celebrates on the podium in the yellow jersey during the 2026 Tour de France.

'It's not Pogačar's fault he's so good' - Eddy Merckx on the Tour de France's current generation of GC stars

The five-time yellow jersey winner is still an avid watcher of the sport – he tells Rouleur his thoughts on the Pogačar-era of bike racing

Read more
Bastille Day at the Tour: can a Frenchman end the wait?

Bastille Day at the Tour: can a Frenchman end the wait?

Bastille Day is the biggest day of the year for French cycling fans, and the wait for a home winner has dragged on since Warren...

Read more
Reflections of the Tour de France peloton, including the yellow jersey group, in a shopfront window

Heat, hierarchy and a hotly contested green jersey: what we learnt from the Tour's first week

Rouleur breaks down the heatwaves, the sprint points battle, and UAE's grip on week one of the Tour de France.

Read more
Tom Pidcock rides through a gravel sector for Q36.5 Pinarello during stage nine of the 2026 Tour de France

Pidcock's redemption arc: Brit content in defeat after refinding his love of Le Tour

A jammed shifter and a third place in Ussel would once have wrecked Tom Pidcock's Tour. Free of pressure and riding for a team on...

Read more

READ RIDE REPEAT

JOIN ROULEUR TODAY

Get closer to the sport than ever before.

Enjoy a digital subscription to Rouleur for just £4 per month and get access to our award-winning magazines.

SUBSCRIBE