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Cycling is being made “more dangerous by design”, claim campaigners after cyclists refused infrastructure and told to avoid busy junction by council

The council said there was “insufficient space” to provide additional infrastructure without introducing unacceptable levels of traffic congestion

Sun, Mar 17, 2024 15:02
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Government continues “angry rhetoric” against low traffic neighbourhoods despite its own report showing more people support LTNs than oppose them

Rishi Sunak’s Government was previously accused of attempting to bury the report which shows that LTNs have proven to be popular and largely effective

Sun, Mar 17, 2024 12:27
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“Thieves 0 – Team 1”: Bahrain Victorious hit with bike theft attempt on Milan-San Remo’s eve, but Sonny Colbrelli came to the rescue

The former Italian pro chased the thieves down in a car, as the staff ended up having to sleep with the riders’ bikes in their rooms

Sat, Mar 16, 2024 16:59
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“Fining is one of the few options left”: Council proposes charging cyclists £100 for riding on High Street

“I am a keen cyclist and am pro-cycling but I walk my bike through the high street,” said Southend Council’s deputy leader

Sat, Mar 16, 2024 14:53
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AI light vs bad drivers: meet the new device designed to keep you safe on the road + “the ultimate cockpit” and more tech news from Bianchi, Santini, Fizik, Silca, Vision…

Would you trust the 30g thru-axles that are a “weight weenie's wet dream”? We introduce you to ‘fastpacking’, plus the rest of the week’s top bike tech stories

Sat, Mar 16, 2024 12:00
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“Every single pedal hurts”: Mollie King raises over £1.1 million for Comic Relief with epic 500km London to Hull cycle – despite never riding on the road before

The BBC Radio 1 DJ and former Saturdays star says she was “completely overwhelmed” after crossing the finish line in Hull on Friday afternoon after five “tough” days in the saddle

Fri, Mar 15, 2024 17:20
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Is Labour’s shadow transport secretary cycling’s latest convert? Louise Haigh says e-bikes “make all the difference”, months after backlash over controversial cycling comments

The Labour MP claimed in November that she never cycles due to Sheffield’s hills, but joined Ed Clancy this month for an e-cycle around the city, where she praised e-bike schemes for making cycling “more accessible”

Fri, Mar 15, 2024 15:37
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“Strava’s ‘Weekly Snapshot’ makes me feel bad”: should you be able to turn it off?

New feature tots up how much exercise you've done this week or, if your glass is half empty, the amount you haven't done… As you'd expect, Strava users have something to say about that

Fri, Mar 15, 2024 14:33
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Dual battery folding e-bike with belt drive launches on Indiegogo

The PVY Libon features a dual battery and carbon belt drive

Fri, Mar 15, 2024 14:15
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Regulator looking at 60 UK e-bike and e-scooter firms to assess safety compliance

“Initial discussions” held with British Standards Institution on introduction of new safety standards for e-bike conversion kits

Fri, Mar 15, 2024 12:36
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“Close your eyes and hope for the best”: Riders’ union president slams cobbled race organisers after pros complain “thick layers of mud” caused crashes

CPA president Adam Hansen branded two of the cobbled sectors at the GP de Denain “extreme” and more akin to a cyclocross race, after the entire chasing group, including Stefan Küng, crashed out of contention with 12km to go

Fri, Mar 15, 2024 12:14
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Onguza proves Namibian steel is real

Namibian brand is trying to alter the perception of African handbuilt all-terrain bicycle frames.

Fri, Mar 15, 2024 12:00
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“They’re f****** hugging it out”: Lance Armstrong takes swipe at current era of pro cyclists that “do not compete like we did” and “high five” after losing races; “Who’s wrong? Me”: Cyclist shares painful crash footage + more on the live blog

Happy Friday! It's the final live blog of the week, Dan Alexander in the hot seat for all your news, reaction and more as we head into the weekend...

Fri, Mar 15, 2024 09:20
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“At the end of the year we’ll have a fantastic bit of road”: Councillor cools criticism of “utter waste of time and money” cycle lane “making it impossible for motorists to move around freely”

The £1.7 million scheme has come in for criticism from a Conservative councillor and some outspoken locals, the one-year construction length causing frustration

Thu, Mar 14, 2024 18:08
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The Ado Air 28 is now available with a heftier motor

Latest model features Bafang 2-speed automatic gear system

Thu, Mar 14, 2024 18:00
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The Diodra S3: an e-bike made from bamboo (it’s light too …for an e-bike)

It also has an all-in-one hub motor and battery, boasts automatic shifting and weighs just 15kg

Thu, Mar 14, 2024 15:00
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Patrick Lefevere sanctioned by UCI for “disparaging” comments “towards women”

The controversial Soudal Quick-Step team boss will be required to make a public statement apologising or pay a fine of 20,000 Swiss francs (£17,800)

Thu, Mar 14, 2024 13:55
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Basso’s new Venta R “is set to revolutionise the cycling landscape” (says Basso)

Getting max bang for min buck has never been more important and Basso could be on to something with new all-rounder bike promising premium performance for under £3K

Thu, Mar 14, 2024 12:00
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Jeremy Vine sues ex-footballer Joey Barton over “bike nonce” tweet

Legal action follows numerous exchanges on social media, the presenter filing a defamation claim last week

Thu, Mar 14, 2024 11:31
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Giant predicts continued short-term “challenge” for bike industry as profits almost halved and sales down 16% last year

Taiwan-based bike brand saw pre-tax profits fall 45% in 2023, but remains "optimistic" with long-term prospects and believes e-bikes are key opportunity to "broaden global cycling population"

Thu, Mar 14, 2024 10:10
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“When Wiggle launches an 80% off sale, we can’t compete”: British cycling brand highlights knock-on effect of retailer’s demise; Bonkers crash on Paris-Roubaix cobbles; Cavendish’s Tour de France shot in disarray due to illness + more on the live blog

It’s Thursday and Adwitiya is back, pedalling through a monster gear towards the weekend, with all the latest cycling news, views, and reaction on the road.cc live blog

Thu, Mar 14, 2024 09:51
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“Arrogant” driver who reversed into cyclist on protected bike lane, before accusing him of trying to “break” his car, offered educational course

“I think they got off lightly, and I’m not even sure which rule of the Highway Code applies here. I have a feeling that the educational course will have little effect”

Wed, Mar 13, 2024 19:23
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Final clear out as Wiggle Chain Reaction Cycles invites bids for remaining warehouse stock

The retailer, which appointed a liquidator this week, has invited interested parties to enter a sales process, with “best and final offers on the stock and assets of the business” expected by 22 March

Wed, Mar 13, 2024 18:17
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Ribble Cycles halves losses to £2.3m as bike brand says “very positive step” result of better delivery times and restructuring

The Preston-based manufacturer says stronger supply chain performance has helped ease much-discussed delivery issues, giving customers “confidence to buy” with “robust” 2-3 week targets

Wed, Mar 13, 2024 16:39
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“We do not want revenge, but justice”: Plea deal for lorry driver accused of killing Davide Rebellin rejected by Italian court

The driver had requested a plea bargain which would have seen his sentence halved to three years, but will now face trial in May, as the classics star’s family described the verdict as a “nice surprise”

Wed, Mar 13, 2024 13:16
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