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Pedestrianisation considered to address safety concerns about “optical illusion” cycle lane that caused 59 injuries in a year

It has been reported the infrastructure has caused at least 76 injuries since it was installed in March 2022, Jacob Rees-Mogg branding it a "failed experiment" after numerous reports of pedestrians tripping

Tue, Nov 14, 2023 12:33

Rotwild’s R.R275 – the slickest e-gravel bike ever?

A carbon-framed e-gravel offering with lightweight TQ mid-drive

Tue, Nov 14, 2023 10:49

Rats spotted on Edinburgh cycle path (Ragged Trousered Philanderer, Twitter/X)

Cycle paths “teeming” with dozens of “brazen” rats, say locals; Cyclist “appalled” at Sainsbury’s driver parking on bike lane – right next to empty spots; Signposted bike path or river? UK’s most waterlogged cycle route contender + more on the live blog

It’s Tuesday and Ryan Mallon is back at the keyboard for more cycling-related shenanigans on the road.cc live blog

Tue, Nov 14, 2023 10:07

Hit-and-run driver admits being high and drunk before leaving cyclist with severed foot in “unforgivable and incomprehensible” collision

Niamh McDonnell pleaded guilty to the charges, the court hearing her partner alerted the authorities after finding the cyclist's "ripped off" foot wedged into the front of the car when she arrived home

Tue, Nov 14, 2023 10:05

Cool kit for cold days coming soon to road.cc from: Pas Normal Studios, dhb, Rapha and more

No such thing as the wrong weather if you've got the right kit… here's a selection what 'might' be right for winter 2023 currently being put through its paces by our reviewers

Mon, Nov 13, 2023 17:40

Gabriele Glodenyte wins a stage of the Newry Three Day in 2022 (credit – Sharon McFarland)

Bereaved partner of rising cycling star killed in collision warns roads are “like a war zone” for cyclists

Seán Landers has spoken about the devastating impact of Gabriele Glodenyte's death, the 24-year-old hit by an oncoming driver while the pair were on a training ride in May

Mon, Nov 13, 2023 12:57

Fire service calls for tighter regulation of online marketplaces after e-bike battery fire caused death of mother and two children

Cambridge fire believed to have been caused by an electric bike that was left charging overnight

Mon, Nov 13, 2023 12:23

Council insists cycle lane extension will make “popular route” safer, as resident accuses local authority of misleading usage figures

The £1 million project is subject to a public consultation, one resident undertaking his own cyclist count and claiming the council has artificially inflated the numbers

Mon, Nov 13, 2023 10:57

Geraint Thomas Charitable Trust (Press release)

“I’ve been drunk 12 out of the last 14 nights”: Geraint Thomas on winter “blowouts” and “avoiding the scales”; Cyclocross rider casually pops his shoulder back in after crash; UCI threatens worlds ban for World Cup skipping riders + more on the live blog

It’s a stormy start to the week for many of us, so why not settle in alongside Ryan Mallon for a cosy day of cycling news and views on the Monday live blog?

Mon, Nov 13, 2023 09:52

“This is exactly why we set up the Trust” – Geraint Thomas’s charity aims to get thousands of kids on bikes

Charity set up by 2018 yellow jersey winner helps children from disadvantaged backgrounds get involved in cycling

Sun, Nov 12, 2023 12:26

Tractor driver who was using social media app when he killed cyclist jailed for more than eight years

Police officer says Jonathan Sumner “was essentially driving a lethal weapon” when he crashed into Helen Wickham and her son, who sustained life-changing injuries

Sat, Nov 11, 2023 14:57

Angle grinders? Pah! Has Hiplok invented the ultimate bike lock system? Plus tech news from Zwift, Trek, Shimano, Northwave, Ass Savers and more

Check out shoes designed to increase your power, a beautiful new steel road bike, the action camera that’s set to challenge Insta360, and “the biggest cycling esports competition ever”

Sat, Nov 11, 2023 12:00

Teen cyclist rides across level crossing in Belgium

Dramatic video captures moment teen cyclist rides over level crossing in Belgium – and gets knocked off bike by train (+ link to video)

Luckily, the youngster came away with nothing more than a minor head injury

Sat, Nov 11, 2023 09:57

Sir Bradley Wiggins and Andrew Marr (picture credit BBC).PNG

Sir Bradley Wiggins reportedly facing bankruptcy over £1 million debts

Five-time Olympic champion and 2012 Tour de France winner disputes claims

Fri, Nov 10, 2023 15:07

Coroner orders council to act over parked lorries after cyclist killed

Hertfordshire County Council confirms it plans to ban lorry drivers from loading and unloading at location where David Andrews was fatally injured

Fri, Nov 10, 2023 13:49

Bristol Remembrance Sunday bike removal warning

Police force tells cyclists to remove bikes ahead of Remembrance Sunday

The force warned that locks will be cut and bikes removed from area where commemorative events are being held this weekend

Fri, Nov 10, 2023 12:39

UK bike trade backs ESF e-bike fire safety recommendations – but action “must address high risk imports”

Bicycle Association is also proposing "more practical arrangements" for mandatory approval of e-bikes and batteries

Fri, Nov 10, 2023 11:56

Thirlmere protest (@Niallsspence/Twitter)

“Beyond credulity” – Cycling UK slams council’s assertion that busy Lake District road is safe alternative to closed National Cycle Network route

Charity invites members of Cumberland Council to join it for a ride on the A591 to experience road first-hand

Fri, Nov 10, 2023 11:24

Police force warns “reckless and dangerous” cycling in city centre could land £2,500 fine; Zwift at the Olympics?; Friday Facebook Fancy: Marketplace bikes; Bring a boat to use these cycle lanes; Wout watches a Colombian soap + more on the live blog

Happy Friday one and all... the road.cc live blog is careering towards the weekend, Dan Alexander tasked with bringing you all your end of the week news, reaction and more...

Fri, Nov 10, 2023 09:04

2023 world road race championships stopped following protest (Alex Broadway/SWpix.com)

Protestor who blocked UCI Worlds road race accuses cycling community of being complicit in climate crisis

One of the four climate activists who glued their hands to the road claimed that the cycling community was ignorant about “oil and gas companies sponsoring their races”

Thu, Nov 09, 2023 18:28

Wiggle Chain Reaction’s sales process launched by administrators, with “considerable interest” shown by potential buyers

The sale process is expected to gather pace rapidly, as Hotlines, also owned by WiggleCRC’s parent company, has also entered administration

Thu, Nov 09, 2023 15:38

Job cuts and restructuring to take place at Raleigh Bikes as it deals with a “challenging market”

The bike manufacturer is also shutting its Parts and Accessories division and will be outsourcing warehousing and logistics to third-party contractors

Thu, Nov 09, 2023 13:54

Bluetooth could help police spot e-bikes hacked for higher speeds

German expert says a Bluetooth accessible speed history on pedelecs would be an important safety feature

Thu, Nov 09, 2023 11:59

Cyclist catches driver watching adult film and ‘spanking the monkey’ in heavy London traffic

“How is this one for a ‘distracted’ driver... We have to share the roads with these people FFS!”

Thu, Nov 09, 2023 11:31

20mph sign (CC licensed by EdinburghGreens via Flickr)

Frothing Facebook group dedicated to 20mph speed limit bashing learns of time trial ban in 20 zones — and the reaction is as bizarre as you’d expect; Santander Cycles Hour Record; Soudal Quick-Step tease Man United for latest loss + more on the live blog

It's the Thursday live blog, your one-stop shop for all the news, reaction and more from the cycling world... Dan Alexander is on duty this week...

Thu, Nov 09, 2023 09:14