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Children cycling “wrong way around roundabout” latest target of ex-Reform councillor who claimed cyclists should give way to cars – but critics argue he’s delayed safety scheme; Regent’s Park bike jam splits opinion; Cyclist v Tank + more on the live blog

It’s Wednesday and Ryan Mallon’s back from the Côte d'Azur to keep you up-to-speed with the latest cycling news on the live blog, as all you solar eclipse fans dig out your colanders and pinhole projectors ahead of tonight’s big event

Wed, Aug 12, 2026 10:55
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Cube unveils 2027 range with lighter Litening Aero C:68X leading the charge

Flagship race bike gets more aero too, while new range also brings fresh Attain, Nuroad, and electric options at tempting prices

Wed, Aug 12, 2026 06:00
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Tipper truck driver with previous motoring convictions who killed cyclist in London avoids prison ‘by the skin of his teeth’ after trial that took more than three years to reach court

Tristan Renshaw - who has driving convictions dating back almost 30 years for dangerous driving and driving without a licence - was sentenced to an 18-month suspended sentence, a 12-month driving ban and 150 hours of unpaid work after being convicted of causing death by careless driving

Tue, Aug 11, 2026 17:27
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“Representation matters”: America’s only black female pro cyclist calls out lack of diversity at Tour de France Femmes; Cyclist riding through Norway slams drivers for “near-death encounters”; AI cyclist Mercedes/Canyon nightmare + more on the live blog

It's Tuesday, and both Ryan and Callum are taking a well-earned break... which means the B Team in the form of Jack Sexty will be blogging you through the day

Tue, Aug 11, 2026 09:56
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Cycle path “creating a constant stream of arguments between drivers and cyclists” should be altered “so cyclists give way to vehicles”, demands councillor expelled from Reform UK

The section of cycle path in Exeter should have give way markings on it so cyclists must give way to traffic turning into the side road from the main carriageway, according to Councillor Ed Hill

Mon, Aug 10, 2026 16:28
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“Why don’t you apologise? Don’t be so selfish”: CyclingMikey’s latest argument with pedestrian on shared use path sparks discussion; Local angry with cyclist “holding up the road” despite not being in lane; TdF Femmes debrief + more on the live blog

It's a rare team effort on the live blog today, with everyone decompressing from a very dramatic final stage of the Femmes...

Mon, Aug 10, 2026 09:25
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“When I crashed two years ago, she pulled full gas”: Demi Vollering and Kasia Niewiadoma’s “beef” over – but Tour de France Femmes winner hits out at public attack and online abuse

“First of all, we are riders, but next to that, we are human beings, we’re a real person. And if you say someone’s name or really attack somebody like this, it really hurts somebody”

Mon, Aug 10, 2026 09:21
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It’s all about the process: Demi Vollering’s second Tour de France Femmes win cements her status as the star of women’s cycling’s greatest generation

The Dutch superstar became the first rider to win the modern iteration of the Tour de France Femmes twice after a swashbuckling performance in Nice

Mon, Aug 10, 2026 07:17
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“It’s so childish, I lost all respect for them”: Furious Kasia Niewiadoma claims Demi Vollering’s teammate forced her into barriers as “part of the plan”, team complains to UCI

“I feel like if they want to compete, they should compete fair,” the Canyon-SRAM rider said, after losing the yellow jersey to Vollering, who claimed the incident was accidental and the “shit part of racing”

Sat, Aug 08, 2026 19:40
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This derailleur cage has almost zero friction (but will cost you at least £630) – plus, SpongeBob goes aero, new shoes from Sidi and Giant, and loads more from Bianchi, 3T, Silca…

Kogel claims its latest oversized pulley system is its fastest ever, while elsewhere there’s a new way to battle your mates for cycling territory, Silca upgrades its lube game, Bianchi gets colourful and SpongeBob lands in the pro peloton

Sat, Aug 08, 2026 12:00
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“You’re the strongest. I believe in you, you’re the queen”: How Kasia Niewiadoma pulled off the greatest ride in Tour de France Femmes history on Mont Ventoux

“Always keep pushing and believing, because anything is possible. This win is like I’ve paid back all of the second and third places I got in my life”

Sat, Aug 08, 2026 10:49
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Iconic Bristol bike shop Mud Dock to close after 32 years, with café set to continue trading

Owners Jerry and Beverly Arron said it’s time to “swap selling bikes for spending more time riding them” after more than three decades running the Bristol harbourside institution

Fri, Aug 07, 2026 14:14
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The chance to create new myths: Why the Tour de France Femmes’ visit to Mont Ventoux is so important

20 years on from Nicole Cooke’s spectacular solo ride on the Giant of Provence, the modern peloton is ready to write its own chapter on one of cycling’s most legendary climbs

Fri, Aug 07, 2026 11:37
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“Safer, less polluted, easier to cross”: Campaigners call for blanket 20mph speeds divides city residents; Kasia Niewiadoma snatches Tour de France Femmes yellow jersey on Ventoux + more on the live blog

Today's live blog is a distinctly more morning-focused affair, but Callum won't let that deter him from the cycling causes that matter most... or his impending holiday

Fri, Aug 07, 2026 09:22
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“One of the best aero race machines” from Merida, special tyres from Specialized and a glorious Gloria gravel bike: road.cc Recommends updated with 11 top products

Five bikes from Cube, Merida, Gloria, Spa Cycles and Moustache, top-tier tech from Specialized and some seriously impressive riding gear from Castelli and Gobik have all earned our coveted road.cc Recommends badge in July

Thu, Aug 06, 2026 14:04
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Raleigh faces administration after parent company starts insolvency proceedings

Dutch group Accell has been granted a “suspension of payments” while its UK and Ireland wing has filed a notice of intention to appoint administrators

Thu, Aug 06, 2026 10:31
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Auction house criticised for anti-cycling comments announces spin-off channel for manager’s opinions; Dumped building materials block cycle lane; Vernon Kay upset by Raleigh’s administration; More punchy hills await TdF Femmes + more on the live blo

With a little summer holiday just around the corner for him, Callum is here topping up on his quota of cycle lane madness so he doesn't run dry whilst he's away...

Thu, Aug 06, 2026 09:48
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“Everything can still happen”: Tour de France Femmes poised for epic finale after big GC three emerge in thriller

“Bike racing, right?” Kasia Niewiadoma laughed after being pipped by Demi Vollering at the end of a chaotic, race-defining stage

Thu, Aug 06, 2026 09:11
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London e-bike hire operator Forest to provide third-party insurance for riders following compensation controversies

Forest refused to comment further when asked about the finer details of its insurance rollout first reported by the Times, but the move follows a widely publicised story about a pedestrian who was unable to claim compensation after she was injured by a Forest bike rider

Wed, Aug 05, 2026 17:42
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“The women deserve it”: Tour de France Femmes race director says full TV coverage being given “serious consideration” – but warns about “rushing things”

“We’re currently giving it real consideration, which is a step forward. Things are moving in the right direction,” Marion Rousse said

Wed, Aug 05, 2026 16:20
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“Drag-reducing” cycling backpack actually makes you slower, says AeroCoach wind tunnel test

The air-filled Ram Air Fairing RAF1 claimed it would “significantly reduce air drag”, but independent wind tunnel testing found it did the opposite

Wed, Aug 05, 2026 15:56
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“It’s perverse”: National Highways closing cycle paths – because the roads beside them are too heavily polluted

“It’s perverse that people who want to walk and cycle are penalised because the motor traffic is too polluting,” one cycling campaigner said

Wed, Aug 05, 2026 15:32
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Shimano 13-speed leak on retail website suggests a possible new freehub standard

The listing for a set of DT Swiss wheels on the Bike Discount website, originally spotted by a Reddit user, had a Shimano 13-speed option before being removed yesterday evening

Wed, Aug 05, 2026 11:50
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“No idea how he hadn’t seen him”: Van driver avoids jail after killing cyclist riding with two rear lights

The motorist, who had previously received penalty points for using his phone at the wheel, was banned from driving for three years

Wed, Aug 05, 2026 11:03
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“Bizarre planning”: Cyclists annoyed at “car-brained” council after locked gate placed in middle of cycle path; Work to connect Jacob Rees-Mogg’s favourite cycle lane delayed; Mr Loophole returns; Punchy hills await in TdF Femmes + more on the live blog

Callum is here, and has somewhat inexplicably decided to reference a Bolton comedian one of his blog entries...

Wed, Aug 05, 2026 10:00
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