Miscellaneous

Frothing Facebook group dedicated to 20mph speed limit bashing learns of time trial ban in 20 zones — and the reaction is as bizarre as you’d expect; Santander Cycles Hour Record; Soudal Quick-Step tease Man United for latest loss + more on the live blog

It's the Thursday live blog, your one-stop shop for all the news, reaction and more from the cycling world... Dan Alexander is on duty this week...

“What a load of BS”: Former pro ridicules Chris Froome’s claim that bike set-up was “centimetres” off from Tour-winning position; Tour of Britain organisers “in discussion with lawyers” over British Cycling contract termination + more on the live blog

The middle of the week is looming large, and Ryan Mallon’s here with all the latest cycling updates (and maybe a few silly saddles) on your Wednesday live blog

“Is it April already?” Internet baffled by “eye-watering” new bike saddle; Government “shamefully slow” on dangerous junctions for cyclists; King’s Speech a “missed opportunity”; 25-year doping ban for DS; Bike racks or skatepark? + more on the live blog

It’s Tuesday and Ryan Mallon is back in the live blog hotseat for your daily dose of cycling news, views, and some random things he found on the internet…

Bike shed planning appeal lost as inspector rules wooden structure “harmful” to Grade II listed building

Despite a council member initially walking "past the bike storage without even noticing it", the local authority asked the resident to apply for retrospective planning permission which was denied

“Method actor or just all in on cycling?”: Pogačar celebrates with a vegetable as a trophy after winning a crit race; Cameron Mason and Zoe Bäckstedt shine in gnarly European cyclocross champs; “How is this is an okay cycle lane?” + more on the live blog

It’s a new week and Adwitiya is here to kick off the road.cc live blog with all the breaking news from the cycling world

Shimano allegedly hit by massive ransomware attack threatening to release confidential data

The ransomware attackers claim to be in possession of 4.5TB of data belonging to the Japanese components giant, including information including factory inspection results, lab tests and financial documents

Hill-climbing king Andrew Feather amazes the world again… by riding a bike with bar tape; “It’s totally possible to enable driving, active and public transport together”: Tales from the Netherlands + more on the live blog

It's the Friday live blog with Dan Alexander in the hotseat, bringing you all the news, reaction and more from the world of cycling

Broken bikes, riding the wrong way, and losing track of time: The final finisher from the 2023 Transcontinental Race recounts her epic ride across Europe

Ryan catches up with the intrepid and indefatigable Han Lu, who has many a story to tell from her month-long Transcontinental adventure

Challenge dangerous driving or silently report? Driving instructor Ashley Neal weighs in on cyclist debate; Local angered by parking tickets vows not to drive, starts cycling; Bike lane removal protest; Cyclocross in a nutshell + more on the live blog

It’s been a while but Adwitiya is back on the road.cc live blog this Thursday, trying his best to jog his memory and remember how to bring you all the latest talk from the cycling world

How fast could you ride one kilometre? Jeffrey Hoogland breaks world record with blistering 55.433, vomits afterwards; “You can taste the fumes”: cycling group blasts night park closure; Remco’s morning jog; £20k Lotus e-road bike + more on the live blog

It's the Wednesday live blog back in town for another week... Dan Alexander will be kicking things off this morning before some updates from editor Jack later on

“We can’t distinguish between good and bad cyclists”: Cycling activists blast “absurd” city centre bike ban; Calls for “safe cycling town” for kids – but councillor says “unpopular schemes” make life “harder for working people” + more on the live blog

Happy Halloween, everyone! And to celebrate, Ryan Mallon is here for a special spooky edition of the road.cc live blog (though it’ll probably be the usual old nonsense, if I’m honest…)

“A dark day for hill climbing”: Widespread horror as British hill climb champs won on disc brakes for first time; Scenes on the Struggle; Worst bike rack ever; Third Cav burglar convicted + more on the live blog

It’s Monday and Ryan Mallon’s here to brighten up your start to the week with all the latest cycling news, views, and nonsense on the live blog. Just don’t tell Mr Blobby…

“I’ll miss the convenience… but time to give independent bike shops some patronage”: Cyclists react to Wiggle Chain Reaction in administration (+ Islabikes ceasing production); Monster 105km hill climb; Hi-vis silliness + more on the live blog

It's the final live blog of the week, Dan Alexander on duty for Friday's round-up of everything going on in the world of cycling

Jason Donovan, Jeremy Vine, and the Amazing Close Passing Bus Driver; Déjà vu as Ineos and Jumbo-Visma involved in plans for new cycling breakaway league, reports suggest; Jan Ullrich launches aftershave and roll-on deodorant range + more on the live blog

It’s Thursday and Ryan Mallon is back, labouring in a massive gear towards the weekend, with all the latest cycling news, views, and reaction on the road.cc live blog

Video of “busiest cycle path in the Netherlands” goes viral, where “private cars are not allowed”… and there’s “no congestion”; Police Scotland called out for “incorrect” cycling advice; Magistrate resigns over 20mph speed limits + more on the live blog

Dan Alexander is here for all the all the news, reaction and more on this Wednesday's road.cc live blog, your one-stop shop for everything that's happening in the world of cycling today

“Meanwhile, in the Netherlands”: Cyclists react to police “safety” advice to man and granddaughter, 8, stopped for cycling without helmets; Dan Martin’s bike industry musings; Lime warns vandals after hire bikes dumped in river + more on the live blog

The week is underway! Dan Alexander here to keep things ticking along with your Tuesday live blog

“One of the worst MGIF pieces of cycling I’ve ever seen”: Driving instructor Ashley Neal slated for “dangerous” manoeuvre while testing e-bike; Scrapping safe streets “an attack on children’s futures”; Thomas signs new Ineos deal + more on the live blog

It’s Monday and, after a weekend out on his bike enjoying the sunshine (while it lasts), Ryan Mallon is back at the keyboard to kick off another week of cycling news and views on the live blog

“A cycling coach?”: Confused Manchester United fans in meltdown as Sir Dave Brailsford rumoured for major club role

The former British Cycling performance director and Ineos cycling team boss can reportedly expect to be on a three-man football committee if Sir Jim Ratcliffe's latest bid to buy part of the Premier League club is successful

What the hell is going on in the bike industry? Wiggle Chain Reaction turmoil discussed plus pro cycling’s idiot problem on the road.cc Podcast

As rumours swirl that Wiggle Chain Reaction has stopped paying its suppliers, we break down what's happening with bike industry stalwart Rory Hitchens

“I love you guys, but come on”: Jeremy Vine films bin lorry blocking cycle lane AGAIN, as company promises to “keep all road users safe”; Black Friday comes early to Chain Reaction; Helmets and hi-vis, Dutch style; Kuss homecoming + more on the live blog

It may be dark and gloomy outside, but at least it’s Friday, right? And even better, Ryan Mallon is here to ease you into the weekend with the latest cycling news, views, and usual old nonsense on the live blog

“Many won’t want to pay for a bike they have to walk”: Proposed cycle hire scheme “won’t work” due to city centre ban, local cyclists say; Cyclist “blindly” follows satnav onto M4; Safety ad “allows drivers to behave like children” + more on the live blog

Don’t worry, the weekend is almost here… And Ryan Mallon is back to (hopefully) brighten up a dark and stormy Thursday with all the latest cycling news and views on the live blog

Cycling lawyer’s tongue-in-cheek post suggesting cars should be high-vis goes viral; “Even decent(ish) cycle infrastructure can’t protect you fully from lazy, inattentive driving”; Timmy Mallett’s cycle travels; Alpe d’Huez rumours + more on the live blog

It's been almost two weeks since Dan Alexander did one of these (lucky you)... he'll be trying to remember how to live blog this Wednesday, bringing you all the news and more from the world of cycling

“Pretty crazy” moment grizzly bear charges just past cyclist

"Dude on the bike has never pedalled harder"

Cycling, rather than driving, linked to pursuing “common good” and neighbourliness, study finds; “Push bikes go past you” on 20mph roads, say Welsh residents; Cyclists blast “victim-blaming worst road safety ad ever”; Running pros + more on the live blog

It’s Tuesday and, just like Ineos and Jim Ratcliffe’s bid for Manchester United, Ryan Mallon is here to give at least 25 percent effort on today’s live blog

Sticky bumper cyclist hanging onto back of bus by his feet divides internet; Britain’s worst bike path? Cyclist reports neglected cycle route; Josh Tarling goes wrong way at roundabout during time trial – and still beats Evenepoel + more on the live blog

It’s Monday, and that means only one thing – another week on the live blog! Ryan Mallon is here to blow away the cobwebs and kickstart the week with all your essential cycling new and views

“It’s a bit of a mess”: A solicitor’s take on Shimano crankgate + the history of road.cc on our latest Podcast

For episode 62 of the road.cc Podcast, we speak to Thomas Jervis of Leigh Day Solicitors about Shimano's snapping cranks, and the road.cc founding fathers talk about the site's 15-year history

“E-Bikes are bicycles, not motorbikes”: EU Court rules e-bikes as not capable of causing “damage comparable to motorcycles”; Chris Froome’s new bike with disc brakes; £32k karma for not restoring cycle path; Penny-farthing stunts + more on the live blog

It’s Friday the 13th, let’s hope nothing spooky finds its way to this cycling live blog with all the latest news, Adwitiya will be your host for the day…

Cyclists and pedestrians should be given priority at roadworks – even if it delays motorists and takes up road space, says roadworks commissioner; Autumn leaf-covered cycle lane or gravel route?; Reclaim the Bike Path + more on the live blog

It’s Thursday and Ryan Mallon is back in the hotseat for another day of cycling new and views on the live blog

New Cycle to Work ‘Flexi Voucher’ founder claims to offer “better experience for cyclists”… but existing provider says it “mimics” its own scheme and is not the “real thing”

The new scheme allows customers to spread their purchases over a year at different shops, and accused “legacy” providers such as Cyclescheme and Halfords of “profiting whilst damaging independent retailers”

Campaigners say Labour’s new homes plan “shouldn’t be granted” without cycling measures; Pro cyclist kicked off race for racist gesture; National road safety group slammed for “dangerous” mandatory bike helmet poll; Crocodile Ewan + more on the live blog

If you’re struggling through the week like a pro cyclist on a stupidly steep Turkish mountain, why not while away your Wednesday with Ryan Mallon on the road.cc live blog?