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WiggleCRC owed Haribo £20,000, plus millions of pounds to other cycling brands, administrator’s proposal document reveals

Figures published by the beleaguered online cycling retailer's administrator suggest £1 million was owed to two major cycling distributors, although some debts listed have now been paid

Wed, Jan 03, 2024 14:50
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Battle on the Beach sells out in record time

The 10th edition of the sandy gravel race attracted over 1,000 participants in 24h

Wed, Jan 03, 2024 14:44
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Scott Frontier 300 introduces two-day ride option

And encourages more women to take part in 2024

Wed, Jan 03, 2024 12:53
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Cyclist threatened with legal action for posting video of close pass by driver in company-branded van

The company claimed the video and information posted on YouTube amounted to trademark infringement and said it was "prepared to take legal action if necessary" unless the content was removed

Wed, Jan 03, 2024 11:44
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National Swimming Network? Council slammed for slow response to cycle tunnel flooding; Red Bull moves into cycling with Bora; Waterlogged bike paths; Carrying two fridges by bike (and on head); Cyclocross police presence boosted + more on the live blog

It’s Wednesday, 2024 is in full swing, and Ryan Mallon is back for another helping of cycling news and views on the live blog

Wed, Jan 03, 2024 10:19
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The Dolas Defender 250 e-bike has three wheels, three motors and a colossal battery

Want a new way to travel in tandem? This triple-wheeled beast could be the answer

Tue, Jan 02, 2024 18:15
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Will we finally see a new Trek Emonda and updated SRAM Red groupset in 2024? Pro riders spotted on potential new climbing bike, plus unidentified SRAM callipers

What appears to be an unreleased Trek Emonda has been leaked as well as images that strongly suggest the imminent launch of SRAM Red

Tue, Jan 02, 2024 15:28
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The upcoming Volt Lite electric folding bike has a mid-drive motor, hub gears and a belt drive

Will cost under £3,000 and comes with a powerful Bafang mid-motor

Tue, Jan 02, 2024 13:15
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Stagecoach bus company reports no offence committed after cyclist made “citizen’s arrest” on driver over alleged close pass which “nearly wiped him out”

Following an investigation and review of CCTV footage, Stagecoach concluded "the driver did not put the cyclist at risk in any way", a breathalyser also disproving the allegation the driver must have been "under the influence"

Tue, Jan 02, 2024 13:05
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Warning that bike theft has been “decriminalised” as stats show 89% of reported cases unsolved

Liberal Democrat analysis of Home Office figures found that more than 365,000 reported bike thefts have gone unsolved since 2019

Tue, Jan 02, 2024 11:22
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“Stop victim blaming”: Government’s New Year’s call for all road users to “share responsibility” for safety slammed; Ganna teases new Kask ear-o helmet; Larry Warbasse bags “ultimate” 89.5km Strava KOM; Mud bath bike tests + more on the live blog

The Quality Street tin is empty, the Hootenanny is now a distant memory, and Mathieu van der Poel’s spit has finally dried on that cyclocross spectator’s coat – which must mean it’s time for Ryan Mallon to bring you the first live blog of the year

Tue, Jan 02, 2024 09:50
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“An athlete of rare prowess” – AusCycling leads tributes to Melissa Dennis, née Hoskins

Reports detail police allegations over role of husband Rohan Dennis in her death

Mon, Jan 01, 2024 17:53
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Uno-X pro cyclists hospitalised due to carbon monoxide poisoning after team bonding session

Team doctor found rider in a state of drowsiness after he raised alarm following visit to kart track

Mon, Jan 01, 2024 14:15
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New figures reveal two bike-jackings a day now taking place in London

Recent incidents target riders in and around Regent’s Park in the early morning

Sun, Dec 31, 2023 15:41
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Rohan Dennis reportedly charged with killing his wife Melissa after she was struck by pick-up truck

Media outlets in Australia name cyclist as driver and his wife as victim of incident in Adelaide yesterday evening

Sun, Dec 31, 2023 10:39
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Mathieu van der Poel spits at “booing” spectator on way to 7th straight win (+ video)

Incident overshadows extension of winning streak – but world champ says he’s had enough of the boos (and worse?)

Sat, Dec 30, 2023 17:49
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Derbyshire potholes claimed to be caused by cycle lane works – but council says they are due to extreme weather

Local resident claims workers installing active travel infrasturcture are making the holes and leaving them unfilled

Sat, Dec 30, 2023 15:43
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Cycling stalwarts recognised in New Year Honours List

Cyclox chair Dr Alison Hill made an MBE while Betty Philipson, President of City Road Club (Hull), receives British Empire Medal

Sat, Dec 30, 2023 12:45
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Calls for tougher action against people who drive while banned

FoI request reveals nearly 10,000 people annually are convicted of driving while disqualified

Fri, Dec 29, 2023 17:09
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Crowdfunder set up to save bike shop from closure after Christmas Day burglary

More than £5,000 has been raised by well-wishers after 10 bikes were stolen in Bikemaker break-in

Fri, Dec 29, 2023 12:10
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Shocking footage released by police shows driver crashing into cyclist, catapulting her into the air (+ video)

Thomas Freeman has been jailed for a year after admitting causing serious injury through careless driving

Fri, Dec 29, 2023 10:52
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“You must stop driving and surrender your licence to the authorities”: Jeremy Vine in disbelief at people blaming cyclist for shocking crash which saw driver jailed; Pidcock’s bike-handling masterclass; Richie Porte’s new bike day + more on the live blog

The final live blog of the year! Apparently it's a Friday, but by this point who knows? What we do know is that Dan Alexander is here, full of Quality Street, Baileys and roast potatoes, and ready for a day of live blogging

Fri, Dec 29, 2023 09:13
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The year in cycling — all the biggest and best moments from the past 12 months

Join us as we turn the clock back to this time last year and relive yet another wild year in the world of cycling

Thu, Dec 28, 2023 16:34
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“Cyclists only permitted users of the road, not intended”: US Court shirks pothole responsibilities and claims no liability for cyclists; Christmas jumper-wearing Tadej Pogačar does wheelies in the middle of the road + more on the live blog

The penultimate live blog for 2023! Grab a (pint-sized) bottle of the drink of your choice and join as Adwitiya steers this ship one last time this year, bringing to you your daily dose of silly cycling news needs

Thu, Dec 28, 2023 10:18
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Government touts Frog Bikes as post-Brexit “success” story, just months on from company blaming Brexit “friction” for £500,000 losses

In February, Frog Bikes said "the day to day issues in fulfilling orders have dominated most of our trade relationships with the EU", but the bike brand has now spoken of being able to "envision expanded exports to countries like Singapore and Canada"

Wed, Dec 27, 2023 17:35
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