Alba Development Road Team
@albaroadteam.bsky.social
🏴 Scottish based women's UCI Continental cycling team.
We’re happy to be riding with Shimano for 2026.
The Ultegra R8170 Di2 groupset gives our riders the confidence to race hard and focus on the road ahead.
The Ultegra R8170 Di2 groupset gives our riders the confidence to race hard and focus on the road ahead.
January 6, 2026 at 7:15 PM
We’re happy to be riding with Shimano for 2026.
The Ultegra R8170 Di2 groupset gives our riders the confidence to race hard and focus on the road ahead.
The Ultegra R8170 Di2 groupset gives our riders the confidence to race hard and focus on the road ahead.
We’re proud to continue with Parcours as wheel sponsor and Vittoria as tyre sponsor for 2026.
The Strade all-rounder aero wheelset paired with Vittoria Corsa Pro tyres delivers speed, control, and confidence. Built on the shared innovation of the #ThinkWider project. Engineered to win.
The Strade all-rounder aero wheelset paired with Vittoria Corsa Pro tyres delivers speed, control, and confidence. Built on the shared innovation of the #ThinkWider project. Engineered to win.
January 5, 2026 at 3:05 PM
We’re proud to continue with Parcours as wheel sponsor and Vittoria as tyre sponsor for 2026.
The Strade all-rounder aero wheelset paired with Vittoria Corsa Pro tyres delivers speed, control, and confidence. Built on the shared innovation of the #ThinkWider project. Engineered to win.
The Strade all-rounder aero wheelset paired with Vittoria Corsa Pro tyres delivers speed, control, and confidence. Built on the shared innovation of the #ThinkWider project. Engineered to win.
We’re pleased to confirm OTE will continue as our official nutrition sponsor, alongside performance fuelling platform Hexis Live.
From training through to race day, our riders are fuelled with precision using trusted on-bike nutrition and data-led insights to perform when it matters most.
From training through to race day, our riders are fuelled with precision using trusted on-bike nutrition and data-led insights to perform when it matters most.
January 5, 2026 at 2:14 PM
We’re pleased to confirm OTE will continue as our official nutrition sponsor, alongside performance fuelling platform Hexis Live.
From training through to race day, our riders are fuelled with precision using trusted on-bike nutrition and data-led insights to perform when it matters most.
From training through to race day, our riders are fuelled with precision using trusted on-bike nutrition and data-led insights to perform when it matters most.
We’re delighted to continue our partnership with Handsling Bikes as the team’s bike sponsor for 2026. The stunning A1R0evo has already proven itself at the highest level, delivering wins and strong results across top-tier UCI races.
January 2, 2026 at 10:00 AM
We’re delighted to continue our partnership with Handsling Bikes as the team’s bike sponsor for 2026. The stunning A1R0evo has already proven itself at the highest level, delivering wins and strong results across top-tier UCI races.
We’re excited to start the year of with the launch of our 2026 jersey design! Big thanks to Impsport Apparel for making it happen!
January 1, 2026 at 6:44 AM
We’re excited to start the year of with the launch of our 2026 jersey design! Big thanks to Impsport Apparel for making it happen!
As 2025 wraps up, the team would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New year! 🎄✨
To our sponsors, fans and supporters - we’d like to say a massive thank you to everyone who helped the team this year, your commitment is very much valued.
On to 2026 for another year of racing!
To our sponsors, fans and supporters - we’d like to say a massive thank you to everyone who helped the team this year, your commitment is very much valued.
On to 2026 for another year of racing!
December 24, 2025 at 8:01 AM
As 2025 wraps up, the team would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New year! 🎄✨
To our sponsors, fans and supporters - we’d like to say a massive thank you to everyone who helped the team this year, your commitment is very much valued.
On to 2026 for another year of racing!
To our sponsors, fans and supporters - we’d like to say a massive thank you to everyone who helped the team this year, your commitment is very much valued.
On to 2026 for another year of racing!
December 17, 2025 at 10:33 PM
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"Road racing in the UK — it’s withering on the vine a bit"
A standout season for Handsling-Alba — built on a development-first ethos — yet Bob Lyons warns that without urgent reform, British racing will struggle to keep the talent it produces.
thebritishcontinental.co.uk/2025/11/17/b...
A standout season for Handsling-Alba — built on a development-first ethos — yet Bob Lyons warns that without urgent reform, British racing will struggle to keep the talent it produces.
thebritishcontinental.co.uk/2025/11/17/b...
November 17, 2025 at 11:26 AM
"Road racing in the UK — it’s withering on the vine a bit"
A standout season for Handsling-Alba — built on a development-first ethos — yet Bob Lyons warns that without urgent reform, British racing will struggle to keep the talent it produces.
thebritishcontinental.co.uk/2025/11/17/b...
A standout season for Handsling-Alba — built on a development-first ethos — yet Bob Lyons warns that without urgent reform, British racing will struggle to keep the talent it produces.
thebritishcontinental.co.uk/2025/11/17/b...
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After UCI wins, a national title and a WorldTour graduation, @albaroadteam.bsky.social adds six new riders to form its strongest line-up yet. Read the full story - with exclusive insight from team manager Bob Lyons.
thebritishcontinental.co.uk/2025/10/27/h...
thebritishcontinental.co.uk/2025/10/27/h...
Handsling Alba reveal powerhouse 2026 squad after landmark year
The Scottish-based Continental team adds strength in depth with six new signings as it builds on a breakout 2025 season.
thebritishcontinental.co.uk
October 27, 2025 at 11:19 AM
After UCI wins, a national title and a WorldTour graduation, @albaroadteam.bsky.social adds six new riders to form its strongest line-up yet. Read the full story - with exclusive insight from team manager Bob Lyons.
thebritishcontinental.co.uk/2025/10/27/h...
thebritishcontinental.co.uk/2025/10/27/h...
World Champions! 🌈 🥇
Maddie Leech and her teammate Katie Archibald stormed to victory last night in the Madison at the @uci_cycling track world championships! Massive well done to both in. hectic race, especially to Maddie for winning her first ever rainbow jersey!
📸 @swpix_cycling
Maddie Leech and her teammate Katie Archibald stormed to victory last night in the Madison at the @uci_cycling track world championships! Massive well done to both in. hectic race, especially to Maddie for winning her first ever rainbow jersey!
📸 @swpix_cycling
October 26, 2025 at 8:12 AM
World Champions! 🌈 🥇
Maddie Leech and her teammate Katie Archibald stormed to victory last night in the Madison at the @uci_cycling track world championships! Massive well done to both in. hectic race, especially to Maddie for winning her first ever rainbow jersey!
📸 @swpix_cycling
Maddie Leech and her teammate Katie Archibald stormed to victory last night in the Madison at the @uci_cycling track world championships! Massive well done to both in. hectic race, especially to Maddie for winning her first ever rainbow jersey!
📸 @swpix_cycling
That’s a wrap on our team announcements for 2026!
We’re proud to confirm an exciting mix of experience and fresh talent as we look ahead to another big year for Alba.
See you all on the road next year! 💙
📸: Andy Smith & Murdo MacGillivray
We’re proud to confirm an exciting mix of experience and fresh talent as we look ahead to another big year for Alba.
See you all on the road next year! 💙
📸: Andy Smith & Murdo MacGillivray
October 21, 2025 at 11:40 AM
That’s a wrap on our team announcements for 2026!
We’re proud to confirm an exciting mix of experience and fresh talent as we look ahead to another big year for Alba.
See you all on the road next year! 💙
📸: Andy Smith & Murdo MacGillivray
We’re proud to confirm an exciting mix of experience and fresh talent as we look ahead to another big year for Alba.
See you all on the road next year! 💙
📸: Andy Smith & Murdo MacGillivray
End of Season 2025!
That’s a wrap on the racing for 2025 and what a season it has been. The team continue to build on earlier foundations and its development ethos, which continues to provide the platform for both individual and team progression.
That’s a wrap on the racing for 2025 and what a season it has been. The team continue to build on earlier foundations and its development ethos, which continues to provide the platform for both individual and team progression.
October 13, 2025 at 3:18 PM
End of Season 2025!
That’s a wrap on the racing for 2025 and what a season it has been. The team continue to build on earlier foundations and its development ethos, which continues to provide the platform for both individual and team progression.
That’s a wrap on the racing for 2025 and what a season it has been. The team continue to build on earlier foundations and its development ethos, which continues to provide the platform for both individual and team progression.
The team are delighted to announce that Lauren Dickson has signed a two year contract with the Women’s World Tour team @fdj_suez !
Read more below:
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August 27, 2025 at 4:01 PM
The team are delighted to announce that Lauren Dickson has signed a two year contract with the Women’s World Tour team @fdj_suez !
Read more below:
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It has been a very busy week - straight back from La Perigord in France on Sunday, to the penultimate round of the National Circuit Series in Colne last night. A tough week with injuries and illness compounding the challenging travel schedule, but the team have ridden extremely well.
July 23, 2025 at 8:19 AM
It has been a very busy week - straight back from La Perigord in France on Sunday, to the penultimate round of the National Circuit Series in Colne last night. A tough week with injuries and illness compounding the challenging travel schedule, but the team have ridden extremely well.
So, yet again Hess cycling team withdraw at short notice from a race, citing funding difficulties. This is totally unacceptable to riders/staff and race organisers, but above all it is unacceptable and damaging to teams like us, who are denied invitations to key races by their behaviour.
July 15, 2025 at 6:13 AM
So, yet again Hess cycling team withdraw at short notice from a race, citing funding difficulties. This is totally unacceptable to riders/staff and race organisers, but above all it is unacceptable and damaging to teams like us, who are denied invitations to key races by their behaviour.
Stunning day in Belgium, GP Beveren tomorrow.
July 12, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Stunning day in Belgium, GP Beveren tomorrow.
July has begun and so has Crit season! Another packed month of racing around the UK and Europe, including 5 rounds of the National Circuit series - where Kate will get to wear her new championship stripes!
First stop is Otley town centre tomorrow evening!
First stop is Otley town centre tomorrow evening!
July 2, 2025 at 8:06 AM
July has begun and so has Crit season! Another packed month of racing around the UK and Europe, including 5 rounds of the National Circuit series - where Kate will get to wear her new championship stripes!
First stop is Otley town centre tomorrow evening!
First stop is Otley town centre tomorrow evening!
Fresh stripes for Kate!
@kate_richardson__ took the win in Aberystwyth this evening - earning her the title of National Champion! The damp course made for tricky racing conditions but Kate put the power down all the way to the line. What a ride and what a result. 🏆
📸 @andy.smith_photo
@kate_richardson__ took the win in Aberystwyth this evening - earning her the title of National Champion! The damp course made for tricky racing conditions but Kate put the power down all the way to the line. What a ride and what a result. 🏆
📸 @andy.smith_photo
June 27, 2025 at 8:38 PM
Fresh stripes for Kate!
@kate_richardson__ took the win in Aberystwyth this evening - earning her the title of National Champion! The damp course made for tricky racing conditions but Kate put the power down all the way to the line. What a ride and what a result. 🏆
📸 @andy.smith_photo
@kate_richardson__ took the win in Aberystwyth this evening - earning her the title of National Champion! The damp course made for tricky racing conditions but Kate put the power down all the way to the line. What a ride and what a result. 🏆
📸 @andy.smith_photo
Day 1 at National Champs is a wrap!
An all round successful day on the TT bikes, with Maddie taking 3rd in the U23, and top 10 results for Mari, Kate and Lauren too!
Results:
Maddie - 🥉(u23)
Mari - 8th (u23)
Lauren - 7th (Elite)
Kate - 8th (Elite)
Arianne - 13th (Elite)
📸 @swpix.bsky.social
An all round successful day on the TT bikes, with Maddie taking 3rd in the U23, and top 10 results for Mari, Kate and Lauren too!
Results:
Maddie - 🥉(u23)
Mari - 8th (u23)
Lauren - 7th (Elite)
Kate - 8th (Elite)
Arianne - 13th (Elite)
📸 @swpix.bsky.social
June 27, 2025 at 7:01 AM
Day 1 at National Champs is a wrap!
An all round successful day on the TT bikes, with Maddie taking 3rd in the U23, and top 10 results for Mari, Kate and Lauren too!
Results:
Maddie - 🥉(u23)
Mari - 8th (u23)
Lauren - 7th (Elite)
Kate - 8th (Elite)
Arianne - 13th (Elite)
📸 @swpix.bsky.social
An all round successful day on the TT bikes, with Maddie taking 3rd in the U23, and top 10 results for Mari, Kate and Lauren too!
Results:
Maddie - 🥉(u23)
Mari - 8th (u23)
Lauren - 7th (Elite)
Kate - 8th (Elite)
Arianne - 13th (Elite)
📸 @swpix.bsky.social
It’s great to have the Tour of the Reservoir back on the calendar.
Another great team effort, perhaps not the result on paper we would have liked, but could not of asked for anything more from anyone.
On to Wales now for the British Championships this week.
Another great team effort, perhaps not the result on paper we would have liked, but could not of asked for anything more from anyone.
On to Wales now for the British Championships this week.
June 23, 2025 at 8:47 AM
It’s great to have the Tour of the Reservoir back on the calendar.
Another great team effort, perhaps not the result on paper we would have liked, but could not of asked for anything more from anyone.
On to Wales now for the British Championships this week.
Another great team effort, perhaps not the result on paper we would have liked, but could not of asked for anything more from anyone.
On to Wales now for the British Championships this week.
We're back racing this weekend at the Tour of the Reservoir!
A 133km course will see the riders take on some punchy climbs around the Derwent Reservoir, County Durham. Sunday will also be the 4th race in the National Women's Series, where valuable points will be on the table.
A 133km course will see the riders take on some punchy climbs around the Derwent Reservoir, County Durham. Sunday will also be the 4th race in the National Women's Series, where valuable points will be on the table.
June 19, 2025 at 6:54 PM
We're back racing this weekend at the Tour of the Reservoir!
A 133km course will see the riders take on some punchy climbs around the Derwent Reservoir, County Durham. Sunday will also be the 4th race in the National Women's Series, where valuable points will be on the table.
A 133km course will see the riders take on some punchy climbs around the Derwent Reservoir, County Durham. Sunday will also be the 4th race in the National Women's Series, where valuable points will be on the table.
We were rolling strong at the Tour of Britain last week with the Strade wheelset from Parcours and Vittoria Corsa Pro tyres - speed, grip, and style dialled in.
June 16, 2025 at 6:06 AM
We were rolling strong at the Tour of Britain last week with the Strade wheelset from Parcours and Vittoria Corsa Pro tyres - speed, grip, and style dialled in.
Following a crash in stage 2 of the Tour of Norway, and major surgery on her hand and wrist, Amelia has now been discharged from hospital in Stavanger.
Recover fast Amelia, we are with you every step of the way, and are sure you will be back even stronger. 💙💙💙🦄
Recover fast Amelia, we are with you every step of the way, and are sure you will be back even stronger. 💙💙💙🦄
June 10, 2025 at 12:04 PM
Following a crash in stage 2 of the Tour of Norway, and major surgery on her hand and wrist, Amelia has now been discharged from hospital in Stavanger.
Recover fast Amelia, we are with you every step of the way, and are sure you will be back even stronger. 💙💙💙🦄
Recover fast Amelia, we are with you every step of the way, and are sure you will be back even stronger. 💙💙💙🦄
What a week, that was at the Tour of Britain Women. Incredible to race in front of huge crowds, particularly on home roads in Scotland.
Thank you @tourofbritain for a superb week, looking forward to 2026.
Get well soon Kate and Maddie.
📸 @swpix_cycling
📸 @bob.macgregor.31
📸 Billy Knox Photography
Thank you @tourofbritain for a superb week, looking forward to 2026.
Get well soon Kate and Maddie.
📸 @swpix_cycling
📸 @bob.macgregor.31
📸 Billy Knox Photography
June 9, 2025 at 11:11 AM
What a week, that was at the Tour of Britain Women. Incredible to race in front of huge crowds, particularly on home roads in Scotland.
Thank you @tourofbritain for a superb week, looking forward to 2026.
Get well soon Kate and Maddie.
📸 @swpix_cycling
📸 @bob.macgregor.31
📸 Billy Knox Photography
Thank you @tourofbritain for a superb week, looking forward to 2026.
Get well soon Kate and Maddie.
📸 @swpix_cycling
📸 @bob.macgregor.31
📸 Billy Knox Photography
Lauren has a very exciting future ahead of her.
Last April, Lauren Dickson had never even ridden a road race - now she is on the cusp of a WorldTour contract
www.cyclingweekly.com/racing/first...
www.cyclingweekly.com/racing/first...
First road race to taking on the WorldTour in 14 months - this is Britain’s fastest rising star
Lauren Dickson could be heading for the WorldTour in 2026
www.cyclingweekly.com
June 9, 2025 at 9:02 AM
Lauren has a very exciting future ahead of her.