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“For the city and beyond” – Brompton Electric G Line rolls in on 20-inch wheels

Folding brand’s latest electric model promises greater versatility than its smaller-wheeled siblings

Tue, Sep 17, 2024 14:20

2024 AbsoluteBlack Hollowcage Titanium oversized pulley cage 2

AbsoluteBlack will only let you buy its “extraordinary” titanium oversized pulley cage if your bike is good enough

Priced at £839, the Hollowcage Titanium is for Shimano Dura-Ace 9250 groupsets and "the finest bicycles" only

Tue, Sep 17, 2024 13:53

Machete-wielding men on electric motorbikes attack teenage cyclist, chasing him into “busy” Tesco in attempted bikejacking

The 16-year-old cyclist suffered cuts to his arm and was chased into the store which had several customers in it, with the police issuing an appeal for witnesses

Tue, Sep 17, 2024 12:42

Locals call for “immediate pause” to “completely bonkers” 5-mile cycle lane that will threaten the area’s “unique aesthetic and character”, while raising questions over “need for the bike route”

Concerns have been raised over the degradation of ecology and the lack of consultation by the council, but the council claims to have conducted plenty of consultation and considered the potential impact on the environment

Tue, Sep 17, 2024 10:34

Sainsbury’s bike parking stand, Alder Hills, Dorset

“Hey Sainsbury’s, what kind of hell is this?” Cyclist slams supermarket’s “impossible” new cycle parking; Lime bikes ban backlash; Wiggins back on his bike for first time in 3 years; Council throws party for unfinished cycle lane + more on the live blog

It’s Tuesday, the sun’s out, and Ryan Mallon’s back with your daily helping of cycling news, views, and general silliness on the live blog

Tue, Sep 17, 2024 08:53

Cyclists in London at traffic lights in cycle lane – copyright Simon MacMichael

Almost 2 million people on low income or not in employment want to cycle, but are “effectively excluded” due to high costs and lack of discounts like Cycle to Work, finds Sustrans research

“To include those at all economic levels in this is a priority, or we risk leaving two million people to the dangers of transport poverty,” said the Sustrans CEO, calling for a new voucher scheme to end “cycling inequality”

Mon, Sep 16, 2024 15:32

2024 Ram Air Fairing Pioneering Bike Backpack

An air-filled cycling backpack to “reduce drag and “enhance safety” is about to hit Kickstarter

The “next level of cycling safety and performance” weighs under 300g and even has an integrated airbag, claim its ambitious creators

Mon, Sep 16, 2024 12:58

Man pushes cyclist off bike in Nottingham

“This is why we run cameras”: Cyclists share horrifying stories of assault after rider pushed off bike by man in passing van, as police label act as “despicable random attack”

The “nasty unprovoked assault” took place in Nottingham in March, leading to cyclists questioning why the driver and the passenger haven’t been arrested yet

Mon, Sep 16, 2024 10:35

Are the “world’s first” wrapper-free bars the ultimate jersey-friendly fuel for cyclists? Plus more cool stuff from Oakley, Kask, Coros + Connex

These five cycling accessories are currently being tested by our experts, with full reviews landing on road.cc soon

Mon, Sep 16, 2024 10:24

Is Jespr’s cycling computer set to disrupt the market leaders?

New cycling computer promises best in-class screen with real-time wind data.

Mon, Sep 16, 2024 10:22

Illi Gardner sets Strava QOM on Monte Zoncolan (Illi Gardner, Strava)

It’s the rim brakes that done it! Illi Gardner smashes Annemiek van Vleuten’s Monte Zoncolan QOM by 86 seconds – and secures tenth-fastest Strava time ever on 14% Italian monster; “Is a bit less dangerous for cyclists enough?” + more on the live blog

Like the crushing inevitability of a Tadej Pogačar rainbow jersey win, it’s Monday – but don’t worry, Ryan Mallon’s back with more cycling news and views on the live blog to keep you all entertained at the start of the week

Mon, Sep 16, 2024 09:42

Gorilla Firm Cycling, Oundle, Northamptonshire

Are bike shop burglaries becoming more professional? Owner says shop was hit four times by “Mission Impossible-style” raids – and claims police asked if break-in was “inside job”

Brazen reconnaissance, cutting through ceilings and walls, crawling across floors, and ineffectual policing – are bike thieves becoming more sophisticated and persistent?

Sun, Sep 15, 2024 15:11

No progress made on more than half of British Cycling’s recommendations to revitalise UK racing scene amid harsh reality of “delivering races on the highway” – but governing body says it will “embrace” difficulties

The Elite Road Racing Task Force’s progress report, which highlighted British Cycling’s success in “safeguarding” the Tour of Britain, comes in the same week that the demise of the Ryedale Grasscrete Grand Prix was announced

Sat, Sep 14, 2024 15:17

Bike lock weighing you down? Try this folding one that stashes inside your seatpost… plus “the world’s greatest bike light”, a bike computer with bonus mobile data + more

It's time for Tech of the Week again, and we have news from Le Col, Storck, Uplock and plenty more!

Sat, Sep 14, 2024 11:00

“If you’re not wearing aero socks, you’re not getting a KOM”: The painstaking prep that went into bagging the ultimate Box Hill Strava KOM

How hard is it to secure the KOM on one of Britain’s most famous climbs? According to Dom Jackson and Tobias Dahlhaus, two of the cyclists behind one of the most ambitious (and successful) Strava KOM attempts of all time, very hard indeed…

Fri, Sep 13, 2024 17:09

Swiss e-bike share scheme trials different speed restrictions for different users

Maximum speed can be adjusted from 45km/h to 25km/h via remote access

Fri, Sep 13, 2024 08:46

Cyclists horrified at “dehumanising” language in House of Lords debate, including comparing cyclists to “plague of mosquitos”; Mix-up at mixed relay time trial; Why should two people with two bikes need 30+ train tickets? + more on the live blog

Welcome to the Friday live blog one and all, where Adwitiya will have all the cycling news, views and reaction as you daydream about your weekend rides

Fri, Sep 13, 2024 08:42

Moment before shocking crash which left cyclist needing leg amputated in Cardiff

Hit-and-run driver who left cyclist begging for help and needing his leg amputated, before selling car to cover up role in crash, jailed for three years and nine months

Savannah Roberts was traced by police after CCTV footage showed her driving through a red light shortly after the collision

Fri, Sep 13, 2024 06:50

Lael Wilcox completes Around the World record ride

Lael Wilcox smashes women’s Around the World cycling record – But what does ‘circumnavigating the globe by bike’ actually entail?

American ultra-endurance rider Wilcox covered 18,125 miles, across 22 countries and four continents, in 108 days and 12 hours to break Jenny Graham’s record. But why did her around the world route miss out so much of the world?

Thu, Sep 12, 2024 19:17

Is this the new Cannondale Synapse? After Lachlan Morton’s most astonishing ‘Lap of Australia’ effort yet, here’s what we know about his new bike so far

Spoiler alert: very little... but with the Australian most recently ticking off 583km/362 miles of the Outback at a ridiculous 36.6km/h/22.7mph as part of his 'Lap of Australia' record, the mysterious bike certainly seems built for endurance

Thu, Sep 12, 2024 17:35

Over half of Londoners think councils prefer improving roads for drivers over safety of cyclists and pedestrians, as majority call for more Low Traffic Neighbourhoods and 20mph limits, new study finds

The survey also found that 88 per cent of the capital’s residents believe that cycle lanes should be compulsory when one is available

Thu, Sep 12, 2024 13:49

Police in Ireland stop cyclist for not having front or rear lights (Garda Traffic, Twitter)

Off-duty police officer filmed “dangerously” overtaking Irish cyclist, before flashing badge and “threatening” them, escapes prosecution but docked pay for “abuse of authority”

The officer, who allegedly spoke to the cyclist in a “discourteous manner” after the close pass, “received a temporary reduction in pay”, according to police records

Thu, Sep 12, 2024 11:49

2025 Scott Addict RC leaked 2 Weight Weenies @Esbeny

New unreleased Scott Addict RC breaks cover — take a closer look at this refreshed climbing bike ahead of its official release

The Swiss brand's updated climbing bike finally appears to be on the way after being on the UCI list for some time

Thu, Sep 12, 2024 11:44

Cyclist-specific traffic light (copyright Simon MacMichael)

Latest Telegraph column claims AI traffic lights prioritising “small, angry minority” over drivers will make “entitled cyclists even more insufferable”; Tadej Pogačar doesn’t want five Tours de France, but five monuments (+ Vuelta) + more on the live blog

It’s Thursday and Adwitiya’s back on the not-so-hot-anymore seat for today’s roundup of all the latest cycling news and views

Thu, Sep 12, 2024 09:00

“Disappointed” cyclists forced to lock bikes on outdoor railings as Belfast’s new Grand Central Station opens with no cycle parking provisions

“This suggests that active travel is not a central part of this new transport hub,” said Belfast Cycling Campaign, as Translink confirms that it’s “sourcing” temporary cycle parking to install

Wed, Sep 11, 2024 17:15