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Horror crash that left track cycling spectator with “machete-like” injury prompts London velodrome to install Perspex barrier, two years after rider catapulted into crowd, “almost killing” children

The shocking collision at the 2022 Commonwealth Games led to calls from Chris Hoy and Laura Kenny to introduce a protective safety screen, which Lee Valley VeloPark now says is “a UK first for an existing velodrome”

Tue, Aug 13, 2024 10:26
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“I should have done it sooner”: Cyclist turns heads with “no regrets” handlebar set-up, cutting off drops because “it just feels perfect”; TWO Tour de France Femmes stages in one day + more on the live blog

It's another sunny day with the Tour de France on the telly... what more could you want? Oh, right, you're all at work... anyway, Dan Alexander is on live blog duty keeping you on top of all the cycling-related news, reaction and more this Tuesday

Tue, Aug 13, 2024 08:11
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Raleigh relocates to historic Nottinghamshire site as iconic British brand promises “ambitious plans” for future growth, months after job cuts and move away from previous headquarters

“Raleigh’s rich heritage is deeply intertwined with Eastwood, making it essential for us to stay connected to our local roots,” the company said as it announced its move to Durban House

Mon, Aug 12, 2024 17:10
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“Why do cyclists believe that they have a right to endanger pedestrians?” Council promises to install anti-bike barriers in foot tunnel, as locals and politicians claim “speeding” cyclists are “almost hitting” families and “abusing” pedestrians

“We take people’s safety extremely seriously and recognise that some cyclists are making pedestrians feel unsafe,” a Greenwich Council spokesperson said in response to the latest complaints

Mon, Aug 12, 2024 14:59
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Distracted, phone-using, uninsured driver jailed for six years after killing cyclist in hit-and-run collision

Phone records show that Terry Varndell had made a call on his phone seconds before hitting and killing David Breen, with a police officer describing the case as “demonstrating the devastating consequences of being distracted behind the wheel”

Mon, Aug 12, 2024 11:42
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Five cool bits of cycling tech coming soon from Garmin, Trek, Insta360, Coros and Life360

It's a tech-packed edition of cycling tech products that we're testing right now, with full reviews coming soon

Mon, Aug 12, 2024 09:59
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Inverness e-bike scheme restarts with smaller baskets to stop them being used to carry passengers

The bikes are being reintroduced gradually, so more are available in case any need to be substituted

Mon, Aug 12, 2024 08:43
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“Disgraceful stupid little cupboards”: CyclingMikey left with “utter disgust” for UK trains’ dreaded upright bike storage; Tour de France Femmes gets underway; Remco’s victory tour (+ a golden S-Works Tarmac SL8) + more on the live blog

Happy Tour de France Femmes Monday... Dan Alexander is back in the hot seat as we kick off a new week on the live blog

Mon, Aug 12, 2024 08:17
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Drug-driving dad jailed for three years nine months was taking kids to football when he killed cyclist in “utterly avoidable” collision

Matthew Bates initially claimed the cyclist hit the kerb and swerved in front of him, crash investigators refuting the claim and police discovering mobile phone usage after one of the driver's children said he was changing songs and "didn't see a bike"

Sun, Aug 11, 2024 08:00
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Will robotic exoskeleton legs soon be powering our cycling? Plus “the first razor for men’s leg shaving”, new Bianchi Oltre colourways, Vittoria’s tyres measured in CO2 + more

You've heard of e-bikes, now get ready for e-hikes... and we're told these robo legs could also work for cycling in the not-too-distant future. We've also got tech news from Elite, Vittoria, Stolen Goat and Saris

Sat, Aug 10, 2024 10:59
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Cyclist in “never-ending” pain after suffering life-changing injuries in pothole crash told he has no grounds for compensation as hole was 13mm too shallow

Paul Humphries hit a 4.7cm-deep pothole and suffered two cardiac arrests, a broken spine in two places, a severed spinal cord, a puncture to both lungs, numerous fractures and needed his leg amputated below the knee after getting sepsis

Fri, Aug 09, 2024 16:01
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“People won’t bother reading the truth, the damage is done”: Cyclists frustrated Telegraph newspaper not required to put “52mph cyclists creating death traps” correction on front page like original headline

Press regulator IPSO ruled the inaccurate piece, which claimed London cyclists hit speeds of 52mph while chasing Strava segments, was in breach of the Editors' Code

Fri, Aug 09, 2024 12:18
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Tadej Pogačar’s power numbers are “mind boggling”, says Chris Froome; Cyclist photographs “things destroyed by drivers” on cycleway “not fit for purpose”; Dairy-free diet for Tour de France team; Olympic drama; Brutal Basque climb + more on the live blog

It’s Friday, the Olympics are drawing to a close, but the action is still fast and frenetic in both the velodrome and the live blog, where Ryan Mallon will be keeping you updated with all the latest cycling news and views before the weekend

Fri, Aug 09, 2024 08:49
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Press regulator rules Telegraph breached Editors’ Code with inaccurate claim cyclists hit 52mph chasing London Strava segments

The Independent Press Standards Organisation said it received almost 100 complaints and "further steps should have been taken to either verify the figure – for instance, by contacting Strava – or to appropriately distinguish it as an unverified figure"

Thu, Aug 08, 2024 16:13
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Can 50% of Brits really not afford to buy a bike? Cycling and affordability discussed, plus how to make a new bike computer with Hammerhead

We assess the recent claim, made in a survey conduced by Cycle to Work provider Cyclescheme, that almost half of Brits believe a bike is out of their financial reach and ask what we can do to change public perceptions of cycling and the bike industry

Thu, Aug 08, 2024 16:02
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An Italian all-road ripper, a 10/10 frame bag and a double Canyon: road.cc recommends updated with 11 top cycling products

It's road bikes and e-bikes galore plus a perfect 10 for Tailfin in our latest update to the road.cc Recommends section, with both of Canyon's latest performance road bikes picking up 9/10 scores

Thu, Aug 08, 2024 12:34
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Evans Cycles blames “supply chain issues” for £22.8m loss, as 70% sale sees bike prices slashed online

The accounts are for the financial year before the purchase of Wiggle Chain Reaction and suggest Evans was hit hard during the bike industry's struggles, the loss significantly worse than the £5m reported a year earlier

Thu, Aug 08, 2024 10:33
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“I said mountain biking looks quite easy, but of course it’s not”: Tom Pidcock endures excruciating interview with Ed Balls on Good Morning Britain after winning Olympic gold; More Olympic track cycling bell chaos + more on the live blog

All this drama at the Olympic velodrome is becoming too much for Ryan Mallon – but don’t worry, he’ll bravely soldier on to keep you up-to-speed with all the latest goings-on in the cycling world on the Thursday live blog

Thu, Aug 08, 2024 08:48
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TweedLove to end enduro MTB, road and gravel events after 2024

Iconic events organiser says dwindling interest in enduro has influenced the decision.

Wed, Aug 07, 2024 13:40
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Rim brakes aren’t (quite) dead after all — Colnago launches new C68 Rim Brake frameset

The latest C-series bike from the Italians embraces tech some of us (most of us) thought was just about at the end of its lifespan. Interestingly, the frameset is slightly heavier than its disc brake-ready counterpart

Wed, Aug 07, 2024 12:26
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City of London Police claim 1,200 cyclists fined in a year is “great result” for “Cycle Response Unit” tackling “road safety and anti-social behaviour”

The force revealed it had issued 1,229 fixed penalty notices to bicycle riders who ran red lights or "put themselves, other cyclists and pedestrians at risk"

Wed, Aug 07, 2024 11:07
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Drivers ask “Where do we park now?” as new bollards installed on bike lane always blocked by cars; Police fine cyclist for “flagrantly” jumping two red lights, but some say move “should be legal”; Olympic team pursuit drama for GB + more on the live blog

Like a good team pursuiter, Ryan Mallon is dialled in, focused, and as aerodynamic as possible for another day of cycling news and views on the Wednesday live blog… When he’s not distracted by all the track cycling on TV, that is

Wed, Aug 07, 2024 08:44
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‘Are e-bikes safe?’ now a more common question from the public than whether they’re ‘cheating’ according to retailers

Energise E-bikes says it will not work on DIY e-bikes, or any e-bike that has been modified or tampered with

Tue, Aug 06, 2024 21:15
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Ebco launches sub £1,500 Adventure e-bike with Bafang rear hub motor

It will be the entry-level option in the Adventure range, designed for commuting and leisurely gravel rides

Tue, Aug 06, 2024 17:15
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Fuming former Conservative MP says cyclists “must dismount” on paths and slams “dangerous, irresponsible, and unnecessary” decision to protect cyclists with bollards on busy road – weeks after calling for all bikes to have number plates

Cones and bollards have been put in place on the busy carriageway following the collapse of a nearby bridge used by cyclists and pedestrians – but one outspoken councillor is worried about removing “essential road space” for lorry drivers

Tue, Aug 06, 2024 16:26
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