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School bike racks hit by speeding motorist in Oxford

School bike racks destroyed by speeding, out-of-control motorist, as pupils and teachers stage protest demanding introduction of 20mph limit

Since September there have been three crashes involving drivers outside the school, prompting the headteacher to ask, “How long is it going to take to make the road safe?”

Fri, Nov 24, 2023 13:09

“Hi-vis distracts from the real issues on our roads,” says makers of bike camera warning signs; “Tedious” number plate debate follows former Met chief’s comments; Friday Facebook Fancy; A front light with a difference; Mythbusting + more on the live blog

Welcome to the Friday live blog everybody! Dan Alexander will be taking you through to the weekend with everything you need to know (and plenty you don't) from the world of cycling

Fri, Nov 24, 2023 09:13

“Dangerous” cyclists “entirely unaccountable” and should have number plates, argues former Met Police chief

The Met's former commissioner told the House of Lords: "I fear that cyclists, particularly in London, seem to be entirely unaccountable."

Thu, Nov 23, 2023 17:25

“A light-hearted joke”: Labour shadow transport secretary addresses backlash over cycling comments

Louise Haigh has revisited her controversial comments about cycling, 20mph speed limits and low-traffic neighbourhoods, days after saying Rishi Sunak "demeaned himself" by suggesting Labour would pursue a war on motorists

Thu, Nov 23, 2023 16:32

You can now ride a Brompton electric bike for £125 a month, courtesy of Blike

Two new additions to the subscription service, which allows users to lease e-bikes rather than owning them outright

Thu, Nov 23, 2023 15:02

Linthorpe Road, Middlesbrough (Kevin Marks, Twitter)

Under-fire mayor accused of “abysmal failure” to rip out “disastrous” cycle lane insists works will go ahead once council can afford it

During his May election campaign Chris Cooke branded the infrastructure an "absolute disaster" after it was condemned for causing injuries to cyclists and pedestrians while also failing to deter motorists from driving or parking in it

Thu, Nov 23, 2023 13:07

Looking for a flat pack e-cargo bike made from bamboo? Well great news…

Aimed at making e-cargo options more accessible to businesses, could flat pack be the next big e-bike trend?

Thu, Nov 23, 2023 11:38

Western Distributor Road, Galway (Google Maps)

“We’ve been calling for a safe cycle lane for six years”: Lack of protected cycling infrastructure putting schoolchildren in danger, councillor argues

"I won't let my kids cycle to school alone; it's just too risky," the local politician said of the road which currently has a painted cycle lane that "does not offer the protection our children need"

Thu, Nov 23, 2023 11:11

Oxford Police stopping cyclists with no lights

Police issue lights and hi-vis to cyclists instead of a fine to get home “safely”; Jeremy Vine says red-light jumping cyclists are “great adverts for cycling”; CyclingMikey blasts “psychopaths” gleeing at cyclist being run over + more on the live blog

It’s Thanksgiving Thursday, but there will be no fowl play on the cycling live blog with Adwitiya... Hop on and stuff yourself with all the latest news and non-sense from cycling world!

Thu, Nov 23, 2023 09:49

2024 Giant Defy Advanced SL 0 – front.jpg

“Weak demand” in Europe and US sees Giant’s profits fall by 49%, as Merida’s profits drop by 26%

The Taiwanese manufacturer says that, despite short-term challenges, demand for performance-level products “remains strong”

Wed, Nov 22, 2023 18:54

Bianchi unveils Impulso RC – an aero-inspired gravel bike

Forget cargo mounts, this gravel race bike is all about aero and efficiency

Wed, Nov 22, 2023 16:38

Cyclists fear heavy fines for drinking from water bottles if “draconian” careless cycling laws are introduced in Queensland

The state government insists that riders will not be penalised for “everyday” cycling behaviours, though campaigners say the laws could be open to interpretation by police officers

Wed, Nov 22, 2023 16:32

Llandrindod to Howey Active Travel Route

Residents brand walking and cycling path extension an “unforgivable waste of money” – when “the NHS is in need and families are going hungry”

Another local claimed that, due to the road narrowing during an earlier phase of the project, one driver “has lost three wing mirrors already”

Wed, Nov 22, 2023 13:11

Volunteer speed monitors call out “group of cyclists at 44 mph” in “speed track” 30mph zone (that doesn’t apply to cyclists); Reaction to Labour shadow transport secretary’s “disappointing” cycling comments; Froome’s dodgy bike + more on the live blog

It's Wednesday and a week off work since Dan Alexander did one of these... what could possibly go wrong?

Wed, Nov 22, 2023 09:27

Concern as Labour shadow transport secretary comments on plans for cycling, 20mph speed limits and active travel schemes

Asked if she's a cyclist Louise Haigh replied: "God no, have you been to Sheffield?"

Tue, Nov 21, 2023 17:35

Swytch secures more funding in bid to offer “near-instant delivery”

The e-bike conversion kit startup says the £3.4m funding will help cut delivery times and aid the company's expansion

Tue, Nov 21, 2023 14:38

Clevedon seafront’s ‘wavy’ one-way street (credit – Save Our Seafront)

Controversial wiggly cycle lane with “Mickey Mouse” layout recommended to be ripped out following independent review

Anti-cycle lane campaigners said the cycling infrastructure made the seaside town the "laughing stock of the nation", the council's leader now saying "big mistakes" were made and "we got it wrong"

Tue, Nov 21, 2023 13:05

“There’s always money to make life harder for cyclists”: New gates block cargo bike family from using cycle route

"Forcing me and the kids back onto the road for my commute. Genius."

Tue, Nov 21, 2023 11:11

“What kind of society do we live in that criticises children cycling?” Community bike ride branded “insensitive” and “entitled”; Cycle lane plans “recipe for disaster” for reversing drivers; Claims bike lane made road “too narrow” + more on the live blog

It’s Tuesday and Ryan Mallon is back in the live blog hot seat for another helping of cycling news, views, and funny videos

Tue, Nov 21, 2023 09:47

Driver cutting off cyclists (Twitter: @pedalmania1)

“When will drivers treat cyclists as humans?”: Cyclist riding with his kids gets cut off before a roundabout… and then gets close-passed by a van driver

"Unfortunately, it is not his only experience of this nature. He doesn't like it, but it doesn't stop him from going out on the road with us," the cyclist said about his son's reaction to poor driving

Mon, Nov 20, 2023 16:04

Light up those dark evenings on your ride (with up to a whopping 2,600 lumens) — five bike lights we’re testing from Lezyne, Trek, Moon, Magicshine + Gaciron

We're testing these 5 bike lights featuring smart sensors and powerful beams

Mon, Nov 20, 2023 15:31

VanMoof bike by Geo Chierchia on Unsplash

New VanMoof owners working to make servicing easier and say e-bike sales will recommence ‘soon’

McLaren Applied-backed Lavoie acquired the e-bike brand earlier this year

Mon, Nov 20, 2023 14:45

Cowboy adds raft of anti-theft features to its e-bikes

The over-the-air update will be available for all Cowboy e-bikes via the app

Mon, Nov 20, 2023 12:19

COMPETITION NOW CLOSED WIN! Ultimate Bike Care Kit from Gtechniq worth £139 to keep your steed spick and span!

There are THREE chances to win in our latest huge competition, with the grand prize winner bagging the Ultimate kit and runner-up prizes including Gtechniq's Bike Ceramic, Bike Clean and degreaser

Mon, Nov 20, 2023 12:00

Halfords ‘Who has right of way post?’ (Halfords, Facebook)

Cyclists blast Halfords for “antagonistic” cyclist v motorist ‘who has right of way?’ post; How to crash on a mountain bike, Peter Sagan style; Road safety “bare minimum” to expect; Fishing worms: the new doping trend?; Pog dancing + more on the live blog

While the rest of the country debates the finer points of Nigel Farage eating kangaroo anus on national TV, Ryan Mallon is spending his Monday keeping you up to speed with the latest updates from the cycling world. I think I know who’s winning…

Mon, Nov 20, 2023 10:11