Few categories reflect the heart of British road racing quite like this one. TheDomestic Team of the Year award at the 2025 British Conti Awards recognises the squads who shaped the rhythm of the season – through results, racing identity, rider development, and their commitment to keeping Britain’s racing calendar alive.
In 2024, this award went to Shibden Apex RT; in 2025, three teams stood out above the rest.
Shortlist
DAS–Hutchinson
The benchmark in British women’s racing, DAS–Hutchinson built on years of dominance with one of their strongest seasons yet. They completed a clean sweep: winning the National Road Series, the National Circuit Series, both individually and team-wise, and the Rapha Super-League. Their depth was extraordinary – four different riders won rounds of the National Road Series – while still supporting a broad domestic programme and an impressive international calendar. Their consistency, adaptability across terrains, and commitment to providing race opportunities for British riders have cemented their status as the leading force in UK women’s road racing. In 2025, they once again set the standard everyone else had to chase.
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Wheelbase CabTech Castelli
One of the longest-running and most dependable teams on the British scene, Wheelbase CabTech Castelli enjoyed a landmark 2025. They won the National Circuit Series through Tom Armstrong – a breakthrough moment for the squad – and delivered significant international success courtesy of Tim Shoreman, who won two stages of the Rás Tailteann, and Tom Martin, overall winner of Rás Mumhan. At home, they added major one-day victories with James McKay at both the Rapha Lincoln Grand Prix and the Wentworth Woodhouse Grand Prix, underlining their ability to win across formats and terrains. A team built on continuity, culture and rider development, Wheelbase once again proved why they remain a cornerstone of elite development racing in the UK.
Image: Olly Hassell/SWpix.com
Muc-Off–SRCT–Storck
On paper, Muc-Off–SRCT–Storck’s 2025 season was a masterclass in efficiency, talent development and results. Operating on a modest budget – around £8,000 – with just seven riders, the team still managed to sweep both individual and team honours in the National Road Series, and claim the top four spots in The British Continental national road-race rankings. Their season also delivered big wins via key riders – and they supported a wider international programme, with competitors racing in France and beyond to gain exposure. But crucially, as they announced in November 2025, this standout year will also be their last: despite the sporting success, sponsorship efforts failed, and the team will disband at season’s end. Their nomination for Domestic Team of the Year is more than just recognition of a dominant season – it honours a quietly brilliant project, and shines a light on the fragility of funding at the heart of British domestic cycling.
Image: Craig Zadoroznyj/SWpix.com
What’s Next
Three teams, three distinct identities, three exceptional seasons.
The winner of Domestic Team of the Year will be revealed next week.
Few categories reflect the heart of British road racing quite like this one. The Domestic Team of the Year award at the 2025 British Conti Awards recognises the squads who shaped the rhythm of the season – through results, racing identity, rider development, and their commitment to keeping Britain’s racing calendar alive.
In 2024, this award went to Shibden Apex RT; in 2025, three teams stood out above the rest.
Shortlist
DAS–Hutchinson
The benchmark in British women’s racing, DAS–Hutchinson built on years of dominance with one of their strongest seasons yet. They completed a clean sweep: winning the National Road Series, the National Circuit Series, both individually and team-wise, and the Rapha Super-League. Their depth was extraordinary – four different riders won rounds of the National Road Series – while still supporting a broad domestic programme and an impressive international calendar. Their consistency, adaptability across terrains, and commitment to providing race opportunities for British riders have cemented their status as the leading force in UK women’s road racing. In 2025, they once again set the standard everyone else had to chase.
Wheelbase CabTech Castelli
One of the longest-running and most dependable teams on the British scene, Wheelbase CabTech Castelli enjoyed a landmark 2025. They won the National Circuit Series through Tom Armstrong – a breakthrough moment for the squad – and delivered significant international success courtesy of Tim Shoreman, who won two stages of the Rás Tailteann, and Tom Martin, overall winner of Rás Mumhan. At home, they added major one-day victories with James McKay at both the Rapha Lincoln Grand Prix and the Wentworth Woodhouse Grand Prix, underlining their ability to win across formats and terrains. A team built on continuity, culture and rider development, Wheelbase once again proved why they remain a cornerstone of elite development racing in the UK.
Muc-Off–SRCT–Storck
On paper, Muc-Off–SRCT–Storck’s 2025 season was a masterclass in efficiency, talent development and results. Operating on a modest budget – around £8,000 – with just seven riders, the team still managed to sweep both individual and team honours in the National Road Series, and claim the top four spots in The British Continental national road-race rankings. Their season also delivered big wins via key riders – and they supported a wider international programme, with competitors racing in France and beyond to gain exposure. But crucially, as they announced in November 2025, this standout year will also be their last: despite the sporting success, sponsorship efforts failed, and the team will disband at season’s end. Their nomination for Domestic Team of the Year is more than just recognition of a dominant season – it honours a quietly brilliant project, and shines a light on the fragility of funding at the heart of British domestic cycling.
What’s Next
Three teams, three distinct identities, three exceptional seasons.
The winner of Domestic Team of the Year will be revealed next week.
Featured image: SWpix.com
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