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Two-time Giro d’Italia winner Ivan Basso announces retirement as race’s 2016 route revealed (+ videos)

Tinkoff-Saxo rider to move into managerial and technical role with team

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London top city (out of 12) for number of journeys logged on Strava

But they cycle further in Milan and faster in Amsterdam

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Video: Man solves Rubik’s Cube one-handed in 40 seconds – while riding Boris Bike

Simone Santarsiero cracked 3D puzzle while cycling in Hyde Park

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#mycyclingweekend – Your bikes are special, and here’s why

Your bikes aren't just any old bikes! You showed us why your trusty steeds are more than just cranks and forks

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Video: Is this the world’s smallest ‘velodrome’?

French youths ride in circles round ornamental feature in park

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Put autumn on hold for one more summer #mycyclingweekend

Is autumn here? Or isn't it? We're not sure, and it doesn't look like you lot are either!

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Woman aims sights at Billie Fleming’s most miles cycled in a year record

Kajsa Tylen will cycle the equivalent of 1.5 times around the globe to claim the women's title for most miles cycled in a year

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#mycyclingweekend – Autumn’s here, how’s your ride changing?

Are you sticking with your summer jersey? Are you avoiding attaching your mudguards? Has your winter bike emerged from exile?

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Videos: London cyclist Everests hill with 18 per cent gradient – riding it 134 times

Mat Ilic of Regent's Park Rouleurs took on Swain's Lane in Highgate to raise awareness of charity he works for

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6 reasons to try cyclocross

It's fun, exciting and is great for your fitness, we look at why you should try cyclocross this winter

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Why do cyclists wear gloves?

Comfort, sweaty palms, snotty nose, crash protection, there are many good reasons for wearing cycling gloves

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South African cycles more than 25,000 miles to Rugby World Cup – then sees his team lose

Ron Rutland was inspired to get in the saddle by friend who died of cancer

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#mycyclingweekend – Bike beds under the stairs & on the wall

If your bike could talk, what would it have to say about sleeping under the stairs? Would it prefer to be displayed on the living room wall?

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Video: Kenny Belaey rides on a slackline – more than 100 metres above the ground

Belgian trials rider pulled off stunt 2,700 metres up in French Alps

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#mycyclingweekend – where’s your bike when it’s at home?

We've seen your bikes flying over mountains, through cities, and outside coffee shops. But where do they live when they're at home?

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Bike shop allegedly offering “spouse receipt”

According to one Twitter user a small bike shop is offering to doctor receipts to take home to spouses with new purchases

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Formula 1 driver breaks hand after crashing while cycling

Kevin Magnussen not the only keen cyclist at McLaren-Honda - his team mates are Fernando Alonso and Jenson Button

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Middlesbrough’s new outdoor velodrome opens this Friday

New facility complements existing closed road circuit at Middlesbrough Sports Village

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How trying to pedal like a pro can be a waste of energy

Oxford researchers find that higher cadences are inefficient at lower power outputs

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Your Tour of Britain photos + massive #mycyclingweekend rides

Catch your photos from an incredible weekend of racing up in East Anglia, London, and Madrid + mountains and more

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Entries open 9am Monday for 2016 Dragon Ride – be quick or miss out!

New 100km route option next year in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support plus return of three day Dragon Tour

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MAMILs deter would-be cyclists says adventurer Mark Beaumont

Endurance cyclist was promoting British Cycling’s Ride Social initiative

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Send us your photos of the Tour of Britain finale & WIN

This #mycyclingweekend we want to see how you're celebrating the finale the ToB and the Vuelta - or just show us your rides!

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Honda unveils cyclist-friendly concept car (+ picture gallery)

Civic Tourer Active Life can stow two road bikes inside and doubles as mobile workshop

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Woman charges cyclist £3 after filling water bottle – then tips it out when he can’t pay

Yorkshire rider says he got a bit of a shock after asking stranger for help

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Dragon Ride entries open on Monday – here’s Stephen Roche’s riding tips

His son Nico won today's Vuelta stage ... Now, Triple Crown winner shares his thoughts with sportive entrants

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Specialized apologises for anti-social cycling by its staff on company rides

Open letter published in local newspaper of brand's home town says employees will be reminded of the law

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6 last minute cycling events – Ride with Francesco Moser

Ride over Essex roads with the Italian cycling legend, fly through a Scottish forest on a cyclo cross adventure + loads more

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Near Miss Project to continue for a second year – cyclists urged to sign up

More than 1,500 cyclists signed up for first year; report now published

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Here are 7 reasons you cycled this #mycyclingweekend

A slightly delayed round-up of the seven reasons why you got in the saddle this weekend - expect loads of cows, smiles, and bikes

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