Miscellaneous

“Glad a real person put thought and effort into this picture”: American outdoor shop under fire for AI-generated image in bike ad… with drop bars beneath the saddle + more on the live blog

Rounding up all the weekend's nonsense, Callum is here, although he 's got a sneaking suspicion events in Whitehall might interrupt his Tour de Suisse summary. So inconsiderate...

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“Where’s your hi-vis?” Transport secretary praised for “brilliant” bike commute video in “normal clothes”… but angry drivers accuse her of dressing “dangerously”; 20mph zones “make drivers play with phones”; Boulting on 5 Tour deal + more on the live blog

It’s finally here… It’s Friday, Scotland are playing tonight, and Ryan Mallon’s here to ease you gently into the weekend with all the usual cycling news, reaction, and general silliness on your favourite live blog

Could this be the safest road bike ever built? Canyon thinks so

Canyon's futuristic Predict prototype uses a 360° sensor network, on-bike AI processing and an augmented-reality helmet system to spot dangers before you do, offering a glimpse into the future of connected cycling

“Instant karma”: Driver close passes cyclist on blind bend towards oncoming car… and immediately gets pulled over by police officer, who asks him: “What’s your problem?”; Cycling’s boring war: Is Tadej Pogačar “destroying” racing? + more on the live blog

It’s Thursday and Ryan Mallon’s back with your daily dose of cycling news, views, and general nonsense on the live blog. Unless someone mentions the England match, then he’s off…

“Residents deserve better than panic headlines and half-understood claims ricocheting around Facebook”: Councillors launch defence of “Quiet Lanes”; Chris Froome’s retirement shenanigans suggest TdF return; Pogačar dominant + more on the live blog

The weather may be overcast, the summer a distant thought, but Callum would still rather be here talking bicycles than in Dallas. Until 9pm of course...

“You’re on a red light, you idiot!” Cyclist almost crashes into Michael Gove on crossing, slamming politician for “ignoring Highway Code”; Driver with “observational skills of garden gnome” doors cyclist; Pidcock Tour plans changed + more on the live blog

The Tour de France is just 18 days away (I know, where’s the year gone?), and to pass the time, Ryan Mallon’s back with all the latest cycling news, views, and reaction on the Tuesday live blog

“Use COMMON SENSE”: Woman on mobility scooter hit by onrushing peloton, causing spectacular crash + more on the live blog

Whilst summer seems non-committal to its own arrival for now, Callum is here in a vain attempt to bring some sunshine to your day. Or some bike-related content at the very least...

Telegraph claim Jeremy Vine’s “favourite” cycle lane is controversial… for making drivers look both ways at junction; Cabbies welcome free Boris bikes for Knowledge candidates; GC action expected at Dauphiné + more on the live blog

Callum is here, slightly bleary-eyed after abortively trying to watch South Korea-Czech Republic. At least his sleep schedule is now braced for Scotland-Haiti

Police launch road safety operation… by clamping down on cyclists using footbridge; Reaction to government’s Active Travel Strategy; Dauphiné sprint + more on the live blog

Callum is here, pondering how to manage his football viewing habits, his sleep and work schedules and his loathing for Gianni Infantino over the next month. And there'll be cycling too...

“It looks like it’d fail to meet the minimum handlebar width for the UCI”: bike lane narrower than its own cycle symbol branded “absurd”; Vauquelin suggests Netcompany Ineos sacrificed stage win to wait for Oscar Onley + more on the live blog

Happy Wednesday! Megan Huws is here to bring you all the cycle news and views from across the internet

Pedestrian annoyed by cyclists not using “well-designed” cycle lane… despite no signage or physical separation; “Wild West” e-bikes in London could be capped under new TfL powers; TTT day at Dauphiné + more on the live blog

Callum is back, having spent his weekend in London and actually not been swamped by poorly parked e-bikes as you might have expected...

“How traumatic”: Drivers fume at cyclist for ignoring new cycle lane… blocked by barriers because motorist drove into bollard; BBC answers three “biggest cycling questions” and two are about helmets; Fancy staying at Pinot’s farm? + more on the live blog

After a rainy weekend spent watching bike racing on the telly, Ryan Mallon’s back to kick off the new week in style with your daily dose of cycling news, views, and silliness on the Monday live blog

“These are not bikes”: Peter Hitchens sparks e-bike misinformation row after accusing cargo bike families of riding illegal “heavy electric motorcycles”, claiming they aren’t “proper cyclists” and have “invaded” bike lanes + more on the live blog

It’s Friday, believe it or not, and Ryan Mallon’s here to help you hurtle headfirst towards the weekend with all the latest news, views, and general silliness on your favourite cycling live blog

“They’re toddlers!”: Cyclist injured by teen motorcyclists left waiting for an hour by police, despite filming the bikers who hit-and-ran; Independence protests planned for Catalan Grand Depart; Sprint stage likely at women’s Giro + more on the live blog

Happy Thursday to all who celebrate, Callum is here to mark the occasion with you...

“Did they cut through the bike to steal the lock?”: Bike frame snapped in half after years of use; World bicycle day favourites; Mountain battle at the Giro + more on the live blog

Happy world bicycle day! Megan Huws is back again to give you all the news and dramas from the cycling world this Wednesday

Pub which “survived two world wars, the Sheffield floods, and the pandemic” risks “almost certain closure” due to active travel plans, according to owner; Managerial merry-go-round; Giro d’Italia Women Mountain TT + more on the live blog

Megan Huws is back this very grey Tuesday to bring you all the cycling news and views, and complaints about cycle lanes, from across the internet

“People don’t drive short journeys because they like sitting in traffic”: Fuel price crisis could be UK’s Dutch cycling moment, reckons Chris Boardman; Wiebes’ bike weight controversy rumbles on; Bus crash behind Narváez Giro DNF + more on the live blog

Where’s the sun gone? It’s supposed to be summer now, right? Anyway, I suppose you’re just going to have to spend the day with Ryan Mallon as he catches up on all the cycling news on the first live blog of June

“I fell in Regent’s canal path, and nobody helped me”: Cyclist claims they were knocked into canal and ignored by passersby; Queen stage at the Giro + more on the live blog

With the end of the Giro in sight, Megan Huws is back on the live blog to cover the latest from the cycling world, as she enjoys the cooler temperatures

Cinelli and Omnium launch limited-edition Supercargo bike ahead of Cycle Messenger World Championships

Just 120 of the steel Omnium x Cinelli Supercargo bikes will be made, combining Danish cargo-bike practicality with classic Italian design

“I don’t understand what the problem is” says pavement-blocking driver; Sprinters vs breakaway battle at Giro + more on the live blog

The temperatures are steadily dropping, and the Giro is approaching an end. Callum is here at least, attempting to keep the energy and enthusiasm running high!

Cyclists appalled as BT ad screen sits in middle of bike lane (never mind the helter skelter); Vingegaard admits defeat; More hills at the Giro + more on the live blog

Megan Huws is back on the live blog today to bring you all the cycling news from across the internet, and attempting to distract you from another day of sweltering heat

“You can build the worst cycle lane in the world and still smash cycling records”: Locals shocked as numbers of cyclists using “transport hell” bike path surges and injuries fall; “Unfair” Giro headbutt DSQ “based on short clip” + more on the live blog

It’s one of those days when you just want to be outside, riding your bike. But if, like Ryan Mallon, you’re being forced to work today, you might as well spend it procrastinating and reading cycling stories on the Tuesday live blog, right?

“Free, fun and legal”: Details announced for 2026 London Naked Bike ride following extra security measures; New Tour de France film to be streamed on Amazon; Giro stage for the breakaway + more on the live blog

The sun is shining, the birds are singing, and the people of Greenock are complaining. Callum's got the latest

“The accusation I’m the inventor might be right, but it won’t happen again”: Campenaerts confesses over ‘pee-gate’; Segaert wins Giro stage with late flyer; Tour de France cauliflower driver wanted + more on the live blog

Callum is here, and starting to get a bit tired of Jhonatan Narváez and UAE winning stages at the Giro. Here's hoping for a last-minute script change...

“I don’t need a new tyre”: customer insists shredded tyre “has another 1,000 miles in it” and “just needs a tube”; Giro + more on the live blog

Megan Huws is back with more cycling news, silliness, and, of course, the Giro, to carry you through this Wednesday

Estarli launches 250kg-capacity E-cargo Longtail 2.0 with lower-step frame and sub-£3,000 price

Updated e-cargo bike gets a larger load-carrying capacity, lower-step frame, improved practicality and optional 820Wh battery – while retaining the mid-drive motor setup we’ve praised for its “awesome climbing power”

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Driver with 44 driving convictions given 3 month disqualification for “deliberate punishment pass”… after cyclist uses bike box on the road; Albert Einstein’s saddle up for auction; Giro TT coverage + more on the live blog

Happy pan-flat Giro time trial day to all who celebrate! Callum is here riding the Afonso Eulalio hype train...

“Everybody hates you!” Fuming phone driver abandons car in traffic and confronts Cycling Mikey; Aggressive car culture putting women off cycling, report finds; Stop peeing in bottles, Giro warns riders; Mallet’s mechanical mayhem + more on the live blog

Rest day? What rest day? There’ll be no sponsor duties, coffee stops, or recovery rides while wearing suspiciously long sleeves for Ryan Mallon today. Instead, he’ll be busy bringing you all the latest cycling news and views on the Monday live blog. The Giro peloton has it so easy…