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Near Miss of the Day 901: Taxi driver gets police warning letter over close pass that cyclist “nearly felt the wing mirror”

The cyclist said incidents like this are "pretty common on my commute" so he tries to stick to off-road routes

Wed, Apr 24, 2024 13:04
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FSA recalls Gossamer Pro AGX+ cranksets due to potential detachment risk

The recall affects over 12,000 gravel cranksets sold between January 2022 and December 2022

Wed, Apr 24, 2024 12:07
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Stages has ceased operations and laid off all its staff, say reports, while UK consumers reassured that warranty claims will be covered

US power meter and indoor bike brand appears to be the latest victim in the cycling industry’s economic crisis

Wed, Apr 24, 2024 11:50
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Cyclists to be allowed to ride on popular shopping street pedestrianised for 30 years as police say it will “split opinion”… and Conservative councillor concerned about “abuse by vehicles”

A cycling campaign group believes "many of the concerns raised will prove unfounded", with the current cycling ban ignored by those likely to cause pedestrians danger anyway and the layout allowing "space for all users to circulate in safety"

Wed, Apr 24, 2024 09:53
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Aero bikes, disc brakes, and bigger gears making pro cycling more dangerous and causing crashes, says Sean Kelly; Locals slam money spent on “pointless” cycle lanes over fixing potholes; Women more likely to commute by bike + more on the live blog

It’s Wednesday (I know, I don’t fully believe it either) and Ryan Mallon’s back with more cycling news, views, and the occasional spot of nonsense on the middle-of-the-week live blog

Wed, Apr 24, 2024 08:38
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Business booming at Colnago since Abu Dhabi investment, bike brand states — with sales “more than tripled”

The Italian bike manufacturer was sold to a UAE-based investment firm that is part of Abu Dhabi's Royal Group in 2020, Colnago saying that sales have tripled to £48 million since

Tue, Apr 23, 2024 16:48
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Specialized slashes mountain and gravel bike prices by up to 50 per cent

Now is the best time to buy a new Specialized bike!

Tue, Apr 23, 2024 15:27
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Shimano suffers huge fall in sales, down a quarter in first months of 2024 amid continued bike industry troubles

Despite insisting "interest in bicycles remained high as a long-term trend", Shimano reported a drop in sales of 22.6 per cent in the first quarter of the year

Tue, Apr 23, 2024 14:10
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New SRAM Red AXS leaked again? Best look yet at (what we think is) SRAM’s new 2024 top-end road groupset

More photos of what we think is the new SRAM Red chainring and front mech complete the previously-leaked pics of SRAM's top-of-the-range road groupset

Tue, Apr 23, 2024 11:57
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Bike shed row erupts as “ugly” cycle shelter “ruins” sea view, according to some furious locals… although others tell critics to get their “priorities straight” as “it’s hardly the end of the world”

The "absolute carbuncle of a shed" has attracted the ire of some seaside residents, a councillor claiming the installation of seven bike parking shelters "boggles the mind" — even if some more relaxed locals have told the ranting critics to "chill out"

Tue, Apr 23, 2024 10:46
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Government’s 500W and throttle e-bike proposals are ‘unnecessary, risky and the wrong approach’ say UK trade bodies

BA and ACT say safer infrastructure and purchase incentives are needed for 'real' e-bike growth

Tue, Apr 23, 2024 10:45
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All political parties (except the Conservatives) agree “children’s safety should be prioritised over motorists’ convenience”; Cycling with pets advice branded “just cruel”; Anti-cycling seagulls; Bike Path Near Miss of the Day + more on the live blog

It’s Tuesday and Ryan Mallon – who, like Dan yesterday, is also daydreaming of riding his bike now it’s finally stopped raining – is back with more cycling news and views on the live blog

Tue, Apr 23, 2024 08:55
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The Moustache J says it’s not a bike… but it absolutely is – it’s an urban e-bike, now with automatic gears

"J'm not a bike but a brand-new day" claims the French bike which apparently can articulate on its own

Mon, Apr 22, 2024 17:25
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Cyclists slam report by “notorious anti-cycling group” claiming proposed bike lane on “one of the most dangerous junctions” will lead to more collisions and 800% increase in congestion

The scheme’s opponents also questioned Transport for London’s findings that 14 cyclists and pedestrians were injured at the roundabout in the past three years – but cyclists have dismissed the opposition as “faux outrage”

Mon, Apr 22, 2024 16:26
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Bristol man accused of ‘holding e-bikes to ransom’ after Tier mistakenly designated his firm’s car park an official hire zone

"I run a self-storage business. Someone came and left their property at my business, and I’m storing it. They have to pay for that - that’s how it works."

Mon, Apr 22, 2024 14:05
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“Are there so many cyclists to warrant such disruption?” Locals blame new cycle lane for “horrendous” congestion and motorists driving on wrong side of the road – despite “being all in for vulnerable road users and a green planet”

“This is going to cause more congestion and more toxic fumes in the atmosphere, all for one or two cyclists,” one local lorry driver said – but the council have responded by pointing out that once the bike lane is completed, traffic “won’t be as bad”

Mon, Apr 22, 2024 13:58
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Knife-wielding moped muggers assault cyclist in latest “very targeted” attack at bikejacking hotspot

The 6ft 7in cyclist was pushed into a fence and held down with a knife during the early morning attack last week

Mon, Apr 22, 2024 10:59
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Tadej Pogačar crushes Côte de la Redoute Strava KOM during Liège–Bastogne–Liège domination; “A real shame” as Kona troubles come out; Low entries threaten race’s future; Don’t try this at home! Pro remounts chain on the fly + more on the live blog

Welcome to a new week on the road.cc live blog... it's still chilly but we're creeping (slowly) towards those sunny summer rides... Dan Alexander will stop daydreaming about ditching the winter kit to bring you all your news, reaction and more this Monday

Mon, Apr 22, 2024 08:12
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Death, taxes, and Tadej Pogačar dominating a bike race: What we learned as Pogačar and Grace Brown win Liège-Bastogne-Liège

From 35km solo attacks and unflinching dominance to a dramatic, nail-biting sprint finish, the men’s and women’s editions of La Doyenne served up two very different storylines this year

Sun, Apr 21, 2024 18:30
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“Long lines” of cyclists arriving on cruise ships – including groups containing 50 riders – causing havoc for drivers on roads, locals claim

A Shetland Islands councillor said cyclists should be encouraged to explore the archipelago by bike, “but ensuring that this doesn’t unacceptably impact on other road users is important”

Sun, Apr 21, 2024 15:19
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Kona Bicycles winding down and up for sale as parent company abandons struggling bike market

Days after staff were spotted taking the brand’s stall down at the Sea Otter Classic, extensive job cuts have been reported – though one UK distributor says they will continue to import Kona stock

Sun, Apr 21, 2024 12:48
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“They would never block a whole road without permission”: London Marathon organisers slammed for blocking cycle lane, forcing cyclists “into oncoming traffic”

“Cycle infrastructure is still considered second class. It’s obvious they didn’t care,” the cyclist said

Sun, Apr 21, 2024 11:01
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“A car parking permit is cheaper!” Cyclists slam “shameful” council for cutting bike hangar subsidy – as prices set to rise six-fold

“For all the cycle lanes and LTNs to encourage people like me to cycle, and then raise the price, I can’t afford it frankly,” one cyclist said, after Cyclehoop announced that the price of storing a bike in its hangars will rise from £12 to £72 a year

Sat, Apr 20, 2024 16:01
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“Close passes are a manifestation of driver entitlement”: Cyclist receives barely any close passes while riding with ‘Don’t drive so close to me’ poster on bike – but claims “everything went back to normal” once sign was removed

“It’s a minority on the roads who are consciously or unconsciously vile to cyclists,” says Tim Devereux

Sat, Apr 20, 2024 15:20
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Delays to new bike lane spark safety fears family cycle event could lead to “conflict with pedestrians” – but council ensures ride can go ahead

The Kidical Mass ride will now take place on its originally planned route, “using a combination of the brand-new cycleway and safe on-road sections” which will be coned off to motor traffic

Sat, Apr 20, 2024 12:16
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