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“Cyclists think they can do whatever they want”: Viral video shows moment driver uses bike lane to queue-jump gridlocked traffic; Wout van Aert’s “calculated risk” for classics; DJ Dom Whiting announces first cycling event of 2024 + more on the live blog

Join Dan Alexander for all the news, reaction and more on the road.cc live blog this (leap year special) Thursday, your one-stop shop for everything that's happening in the world of cycling today.

Thu, Feb 29, 2024 09:13
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Irish cycling great Stephen Roche expected to repay €380,000 as appeal partially upheld over cycle tourism business insolvency

Judges ruled the insolvency was rightfully declared "culpable", although the 1987 Tour de France winner's lawyers were successful in reducing the total sum he will have to repay from €733,866

Wed, Feb 28, 2024 18:09
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Vittoria says Thomas De Gendt crash “unrelated to hookless rim design” and caused by “impact with rock”

Tyre brand insists UAE Tour crash ⁠— which prompted CPA riders' union to say it is "not happy" with increased use of hookless rims in the pro peloton ⁠— was due to "intensity of the impact" and not "compatibility issues" or "design"

Wed, Feb 28, 2024 14:18
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“Others have promised and failed”: Controversial cycle lane becomes battleground for rival mayors

As one local mayor made removing the cycle lane a pledge ahead of an election in May, another mayor elected for a nearby town last year has penned an open letter to residents claiming it was his "pressure" that will lead to its removal

Wed, Feb 28, 2024 13:28
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Halfords share price plunges 25% as retailer downgrades profit forecast amid continued weak cycling demand

The cycling giant blamed poor weather for a slow start to 2024, with cycle sales dropping eight per cent on last year's January numbers and the business's profit forecast downgraded by at least 17 per cent

Wed, Feb 28, 2024 10:05
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“Point of infrastructure is to make cycling easier, NOT keep cyclists out of the way of drivers”: Council plan slammed for lack of protected direct bike routes; Pro cyclist says organiser “stole victory”; Football pitch v bike path + more on the live blog

Three more days ‘til Strade Bianche, and only four until Paris-Nice… Well, Ryan Mallon has to do something to cheer himself up during the dreaded rainy Wednesday live blog, doesn’t he?

Wed, Feb 28, 2024 09:39
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Unreleased Canyon helmet that ditches traditional helmet straps in favour of new mono-strap leaked

The unreleased helmet was spotted on the heads of Canyon's gravel racers. Will this new approach to road cycling lids (that may involve having the arms of your shades UNDER the helmet straps) take off?

Tue, Feb 27, 2024 17:10
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Police force that prosecuted one driver from 286 close pass reports now taking action in 97% of cyclist submissions

Six months on from admitting the need to review how reports are managed, the latest West Midlands Police figures show the force did not take further action of some form in just three of 356 reports made by cyclists during January

Tue, Feb 27, 2024 13:07
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Dial closure bottle cages? Plus Vittoria’s new ‘Gatorskin killer’ tyres for the toughest conditions, Shimano’s special new shoes, Finish Line’s faff-free hot wax system + more

We also saw the most comprehensive toolbox you’ve ever seen from Park Tool, Lazer’s sleekest helmet, very cool new clothing, and a smart tracker from Knog at iceBike 2024

Tue, Feb 27, 2024 12:56
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Cycling group’s “real concern” over “minor lake” and huge puddles on city cycle lanes

"Poorly maintained and neglected infrastructure discourages people from using active travel"

Tue, Feb 27, 2024 10:59
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“We don’t even have half a field”: Another British bike race cancelled due to “big downturn” in entries – as local cyclists blame early payment system and rising fees; Geraint Thomas slams “bonkers” Lefevere; Coach AI Alex Dowsett + more on the live blog

After watching his team lose the live blog derby at the weekend (that’s Manchester United v Fulham, in case you were wondering), Ryan Mallon’s back with your Tuesday helping of cycling news and views – while trying to avoid eye contact with Dan…

Tue, Feb 27, 2024 10:13
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Riders in disguise: Women’s cycling team suspended by UCI for “fraudulent actions” of dressing mechanic as rider to avoid disqualification

Cynisca Cycling’s now-suspended sports director had instructed the four riders to lie about the missing fifth rider, whose place was taken by the team mechanic

Mon, Feb 26, 2024 17:53
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Brose has beefed up its cyber security to prevent people hacking its e-bike motors for more speed

Derestricted e-bikes are widely considered a major threat to the industry

Mon, Feb 26, 2024 17:03
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British Cycling, Rapha and Brompton join call for more police action for cyclists being “systematically targeted by criminals” in violent bikejackings

“These attacks should not be thought of as simple ‘bike theft’; they are violent crimes which leave victims physically injured and mentally traumatised, often unable to feel safe cycling in London again”

Mon, Feb 26, 2024 16:35
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Want to ride the same e-bike as Fernando Alonso? Discover the e-bikes of the Formula 1 world

As the 2024 Formula 1 season beckons, we take a look at some of the team's electric bikes

Mon, Feb 26, 2024 14:16
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Cyclist to be prosecuted for “riding in the middle of the road” after filming a driver using mobile phone

The cyclist is set to face trial for “riding without due care and attention”, while the driver has received a police “advisory letter” but faced no criminal case.

Mon, Feb 26, 2024 14:12
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Five smart cycling tech pieces: The ‘lightest GPS watch on the market’ from Coros, ‘Open Wearable’ headphones from Oladance + more from Mobvai, Polar + JLab

These five nifty tech products are currently being tested by our experts, with full reviews landing on road.cc soon

Mon, Feb 26, 2024 13:58
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Fancy a new pair of kicks for when the weather improves? Enter our latest competition for THREE chances to win a pair of Van Rysel's carbon-soled RCR road shoes

Mon, Feb 26, 2024 12:00
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“Benefit of removing barriers far outweighs anti-social motorbike behaviour”: Cyclist calls for removal of barriers from cycle paths for greater accessibility

“They're not preventing the motorbike use where it is prevailing, but what they are doing is preventing people who have adapted bikes, mobility aids, prams and other legitimate uses from accessing what is rightfully a community path”

Mon, Feb 26, 2024 11:25
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Amateur cyclist insists he was “completely unaware” he’d gatecrashed Omloop Het Nieuwsblad — as organiser criticises Muur “stunt”; Pub fills car park with bike racks; How to keep up with Wout; Podium beer skills; A very steep climb + more on the live blog

Welcome to a new week on the live blog, Dan Alexander on duty for your Monday round-up of everything that's happening in the world of cycling today

Mon, Feb 26, 2024 09:10
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Pro cyclist misses opening classics due to “quite extensive damage to private parts” following dog attack

“The pain has become somewhat bearable,” says Q36.5 rider Frederik Frison, who required surgery after being bitten by an acquaintance’s family pet

Sun, Feb 25, 2024 20:18
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Pro cyclists’ union “not happy” with hookless wheels after “freak” blowout causes Thomas De Gendt crash – but team defends tyre system as “100% within the rules”

“There are a lot of people who want this banned out of the peloton… One day there will be a mass crash as a result,” CPA president Adam Hansen said

Sun, Feb 25, 2024 18:36
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“Any road which isn’t safe for pedestrians and cyclists should be 20mph”: Cycling Rebellion says speed limit plan “doesn’t go far enough”, as council urged to “be brave” and introduce default 20mph zones

Council officers have claimed that a blanket 20mph limit on residential roads will cost £300m to implement – but campaigners say it “feels silly to halt progress this much”

Sun, Feb 25, 2024 15:06
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Brighton & Hove City Council rejects Tory demand for five-fold increase in cycle hangar fees

Conservative councillors claimed subsidy for bike parking facilities would be better spent on frontline services.

Sat, Feb 24, 2024 17:00
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Jail for hit-and-run driver who killed cyclist while racing another car

Fatal crash was captured on victim Stewart Grainger’s helmet camera, with judge telling driver Muniir Ali that “his last moments would have been those of sheer terror.”

Sat, Feb 24, 2024 13:11
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