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“Disaster” as lorry driver gets stuck in cycle lane planters… on first day of new ‘rain garden’

“He said he thought it was tarmacked. He got quite animated and agitated,” a former councillor said following the motorist’s parking mishap

Mon, Oct 26, 2026 19:32
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Two cyclists killed as alleged hit-and-run drink driver ploughs head-on into US group ride, dragging one victim for “at least a mile”

According to local reports, the motorist crashed into a group of 30 cyclists on a Halloween-themed ride in California, killing two and seriously injuring one, before ditching his “blood-stained” car and fleeing on foot

Mon, Oct 26, 2026 16:46
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Work on controversial Bath cycle lane delayed after council admits it forgot to respond to formal objection

It's unclear what the new timescale would be for the council to respond to the objections, which were originally submitted in 2024

Mon, Oct 26, 2026 12:18
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Tadej Pogačar filmed “recklessly” veering into oncoming traffic and overtaking cars on bends riding in Monaco; Junior prodigy Ezra Bateman wins British hill climb champs but denied national title after not entering open category + more on the live blog

It's raining, it's pouring, but Callum's jolted awake by possiblt the most road.cc-coded story he could imagine

Mon, Oct 26, 2026 10:28
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Hit-and-run motorist who drove into group of cyclists whilst blaring horn insists he did nothing wrong and the riders “just did what they want”

In an interview with driver Jerry Ross, which described him as a “fragile man”, a Georgia-based reporter claimed that “in the court of public opinion, the cyclists have not been found entirely innocent”

Fri, Oct 23, 2026 13:45
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Tickets for Edinburgh Tour de France opening ceremony on sale for as much as £99, despite previous team presentations being free of charge

Tickets for the event, which will be held within the grounds of Edinburgh Castle, will be available for £27, £59, and £79, with ‘premier’ seats selling for £99

Fri, Oct 23, 2026 12:12
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“An illegal e-bike is rational response to that pay model”: Deliveroo ‘congratulated’ for being “last people to notice 30mph delivery bikes”; Restore Britain’s “racist” e-bike policy slammed; Trump v cycle lanes; Tour name debate + more on the live blog

It’s dull, it’s raining, and it’s blowing an absolute Gail Platt. But at least Ryan Mallon’s here to brighten up your Friday with some classic cycling live blogging. That’s something, right? Right?

Fri, Oct 23, 2026 09:59
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Coros Dura 2 Solar GPS computer gets larger touchscreen, voice control and off-line rerouting

New model comes with a 3.5in touchscreen and an aluminium/carbon new look, with prices from £429

Thu, Oct 22, 2026 14:00
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“Common sense” bike ban introduced in Tour de France host city, as campaigners warn cyclists are being pushed towards “unsuitable and unsafe” roads

“Forcing cyclists to push their bikes discourages them from making the journey in the first place,” campaign group Vélo-Cité 63 said after cyclists were banned from pedestrian zones in Clermont-Ferrand

Thu, Oct 22, 2026 13:56
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“Our pavements are not racetracks for young foreign men,” declares Rupert Lowe as Restore Britain leader vows to “take back our streets” in bizarre new e-bike policy… that doesn’t make any sense and targets legal electric bikes

Restore Britain criticised the government’s “failure” to distinguish between e-bikes used for leisure and commercial riding – despite its new policy failing to make the distinction between legal electric bikes and their high-speed illegal counterparts

Thu, Oct 22, 2026 11:42
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“Systematic erosion”: 143 jobs lost at Cannondale as brand’s parent company closes Connecticut headquarters to restructure North American operations

Cannondale insists the change will "strengthen its North American operations" as its new US HQ will be on the West Coast where other brands belonging to its parent company are based, such as Cervelo and Santa Cruz

Thu, Oct 22, 2026 11:35
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Active travel minister criticises Reform Council abandoning free parking after it didn’t improve footfall; Obstructive lorries and careless driving captured on Cycleway; London TTT confirmed as Tour de France routes revealed + more on the live blog

A Thursday live blog peaks when Callum has the delightful sight of Christian Prudhomme striding across a stage talking earnestly of sporting legends and the wonders of various tourist boards

Thu, Oct 22, 2026 10:00
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“Get on the floor now!” Violent e-bike thieves stopped and tasered by police in dramatic chase after threatening cyclist with angle grinder

The two 18-year-old thieves, who stole the cyclist’s e-mountain bike after approaching him with an angle grinder, have since been charged with robbery and possession of an offensive weapon

Thu, Oct 22, 2026 07:50
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Halfords’ summer cycling sales surge by over 8% as retailer focuses on growing e-bike offering

Shares in the retailer dropped sharply, however, amid concerns over falling consumer spending this winter

Wed, Oct 21, 2026 16:35
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“Every off-road discipline deserves real suspension”: Öhlins unveils its first ever suspension fork for gravel bikes

With only 300 units available worldwide, Öhlins has stepped into the gravel suspension game

Wed, Oct 21, 2026 15:00
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Redundancies expected at British Cycling as governing body aims for “stronger organisation” amid “toxic” culture claims

17 employees are reportedly at risk of losing their jobs at British Cycling, the Guardian has reported

Wed, Oct 21, 2026 12:20
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“One-sided” ITV story on Oxford Street pedestrianisation features 7 seconds on cyclists; Council unveils major cycle lane plans… supported by Facebook comments! Merida replace Specialized after 18 years at Soudal-Quick Step + more on the live blog

Fresh from meeting medium-sized fish in the Welsh government, Callum has returned to the holy grail of the mid-week live blog

Wed, Oct 21, 2026 10:16
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Active travel has been weaponised claims Welsh transport minister, who criticises lack of strategy behind previous government cycling funding

Mark Hooper also tells road.cc, "It’s not about how many miles of cycle path we lay it’s about how many people utilise it who weren’t previously"

Tue, Oct 20, 2026 16:49
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Garmin launches new Tacx Nēra smart trainer with built-in motion pods and WiFi connectivity

Priced at £859.99, the Nēra removes the need for an expensive extra adapter to connect over WiFi - but the additional movement while you pedal is now not optional as it was on the Tacx Neo 3M

Tue, Oct 20, 2026 13:48
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Garmin launches Edge 1060 GPS bike computer with voice control, alongside new Edge Explore 3

The new flagship Edge 1060 adds hands-free voice commands, smarter navigation and a larger touchscreen, while the Edge Explore 3 and Explore 3 Plus offer more accessible options, priced from £349.99

Tue, Oct 20, 2026 12:43
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“I had f**king fantasies of running them all over – and maybe one of these days I will”: Clip resurfaces of Republican candidate’s horrifying anti-cyclist rant; Lime says its bikes are for cycling not jousting; Picnic licence delay + more on the live blog

It’s Tuesday, it’s cold, and Ryan Mallon’s dusted off the overshoes and mudguards for another autumnal edition of your favourite cycling live blog

Tue, Oct 20, 2026 09:59
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Three quarters of cycle lane users are male, local taskforce finds as Cycling UK urges Andy Burnham to support safer cycling for women

"As Mayor of Greater Manchester, you made bold changes to give people more ways to travel and create a fairer transport system. We urge you to bring that same ambition to the whole country"

Tue, Oct 20, 2026 08:42
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Poorly parked and unlicensed e-bikes to be seized and impounded in council garage to curb “Wild West” operators

Ealing Council's actions are the latest in the saga of attempting to curb rogue e-bike operators in the capital whilst no city-wide rules are implemented

Mon, Oct 19, 2026 16:02
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TNT Sports extends broadcast deal for Tour de France to 2032, ruling out full free-to-air live coverage for six years

Following price rises, a new highlights programme and the addition of a multi-screen option at the expense of an ad-free stream, the 'Home of Cycling' is here to stay

Mon, Oct 19, 2026 12:26
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“Look, there’s speed bumps now. What more do you want?” Angry drivers target family of 11-year-old cyclist killed in hit-and-run with hate messages, forcing them to call off ghost bike plans; John Degenkolb defends Picnic PostNL + more on the live blog

After his weekend ride was rudely interrupted by a running race on his local roads, Ryan Mallon’s back to kick off a brand-new week with all the latest cycling news and views on the Monday live blog. As long as the running club doesn’t get involved again…

Mon, Oct 19, 2026 10:39
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