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Dublin cyclists allowed to ride through red lights when turning left

Pilot project will let cyclists turn left at one trial junction in the south of the city, even if the traffic lights are red, providing they yield to other road users who have a green light

Tue, Feb 10, 2026 12:53
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Frog Bikes files to appoint administrators amid “series of significant challenges”

Popular children's bike brand insists "all parties are committed to securing a positive outcome for the business" and remain hopeful of attracting investment

Tue, Feb 10, 2026 11:03
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Young cyclist chases “idol” Remco Evenepoel through bike paths of Valencia… but cycling club unhappy Belgian star “didn’t stop to sign any autographs”; Crumbling bike lane sparks “mountain bike route” jokes; RideLondon reaction + more on the live blog

Welcome to the Tuesday live blog, where Ryan Mallon is on duty to keep you distracted with your daily round-up of all the latest news, views, and general silliness from the world of cycling

Tue, Feb 10, 2026 09:34
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Cycling coverage set to move (again) in UK and Ireland from Discovery+ to HBO Max – but it won’t get any cheaper to watch

TNT Sports will be absorbed into the new HBO Max service in March, marking the third time cycling has moved to a different streaming service in just over two years

Mon, Feb 09, 2026 18:51
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Bradley Wiggins launches AI coaching app (complete with AI-generated portrait), allowing cyclists to “learn from legends”… kind of

For £22 a month, users can ask questions and get AI-generated responses based on “deep and wide-ranging” interviews from six high-profile athletes, including Paralympian Dame Sarah Storey and cricketer Sir Alastair Cook

Mon, Feb 09, 2026 15:56
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Minimum passing distance laws don’t (really) work, new study claims

Research from Western Australia shows that protected infrastructure is far more effective at keeping people safe

Mon, Feb 09, 2026 13:44
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“I hope fewer people see it than Melania”: Austin Butler to play Lance Armstrong in new film… and cycling fans aren’t happy as “rehabilitation continues”; Remco’s on fire – but is Pogačar terrified?; Simon Yates “not feeling it” + more on the live blog

After a weekend packed with world-class sport (and whatever that American nonsense was last night), Ryan Mallon’s back to kick off another week of cycling news and views on the Monday live blog

Mon, Feb 09, 2026 10:06
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“Fear of bike theft puts too many people off”: MP campaigns for secure bicycle lockers at all railway stations

"Cycling to the station makes sense, but only if your bike is there when you return"

Sun, Feb 08, 2026 10:07
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Giro reckons new Eclipse Pro is “most advanced aero road” lid, plus Pas Normal Studios’ new off-bike range includes £60 bucket hat and £190 “tech skirt”

Our regular tech round-up, this week featuring new stuff from Giro, Pas Normal Studios, Canyon, Chris King, L'Étape du Tour and more

Sat, Feb 07, 2026 11:04
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Judge rejects claim Irish track cyclist missed Olympics because of collision with driver, but rider to receive £55,000 damages for injuries

Marc Potts was hit by a driver two years before the Tokyo Olympics, a judge ruling he is entitled to damages but did not miss the Games because of the collision

Sat, Feb 07, 2026 11:02
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Taxi association boss blames “white, middle-class cycling lobby” for “farcical” idea to prioritise cyclists at traffic lights

Hire bike operator Lime this week suggested traffic lights could automatically prioritise cyclists to improve safety and reduce red light jumping

Sat, Feb 07, 2026 08:51
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No plans for compulsory helmets and hi-vis for cyclists, Irish government confirms… 24 hours after saying the exact opposite

The introduction of “mandatory PPE for users of bicycles is outside the scope of the current measures” focused on e-scooter and e-bike users, the Department of Transport clarified

Fri, Feb 06, 2026 16:57
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“This is a footpath completely unsuitable for cyclists”: Councillor criticised for ‘disrespectful’ post about mountain biker killed after hitting low-hanging branch at night

The cyclist was tragically killed in January when he collided with a tree stretching across an Oxfordshire trail

Fri, Feb 06, 2026 15:58
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British Cycling “reviewing” £2.99 YouTube subscription after controversial trial at cyclocross national championships, with all memberships cancelled until plans confirmed

The pilot broadcast was introduced, to a mixed reception, as part of British Cycling’s “dynamic new approach to domestic sports coverage” designed to “inspire new fans and deepen engagement”

Fri, Feb 06, 2026 13:38
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Campagnolo rules out “any form of layoffs” and hits out at “inaccurate” media reports on troubles – but admits “deep internal reorganisation” is taking place

“The goal is to simplify, reduce decision-making layers, speed up processes, and give space to the young talents who are already part of the organisation. This is not a cosmetic change,” the iconic Italian brand said

Fri, Feb 06, 2026 11:00
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If it ain’t on Strava… Tadej Pogačar secretly “blew up Strava” with “mind-blowing” Col de la Madone effort 45 seconds faster than current KOM, according to Michael Matthews; Humiliating marginal gains + more on the live blog

Welcome back, everyone! Thanks for bearing with us through the disruption this week, Megan is here to round off another week of live blog action with your Friday updates

Fri, Feb 06, 2026 09:53
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“You’re going to reduce cycling deaths by reducing cycling itself”: Confusion as plan to fine all cyclists not wearing helmets or hi-vis ‘confirmed’ by Irish government – but deputy PM insists “no plans to change law” for ‘push bikes’

Helmets and hi-vis could be made mandatory for e-scooters, e-bikes, and bicycles without a motor, the Department of Transport clarified on Wednesday… only to be contradicted a day later by Tánaiste Simon Harris

Thu, Feb 05, 2026 17:42
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Rose Bikes launches Shave aero platform promising “high-end performance for everyone” with a super light 740g frameset and prices starting from €3,600

The flagship FFX is said to be 4.7% faster than its predecessor, has space for tyres up to 35mm and a complete bike weighs 6.7kg... but if you're in the UK, you'll have to wait a while before you can buy one

Thu, Feb 05, 2026 17:24
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British cycling clothing brand Le Col bought by Head Group, months on from founder’s departure following years of heavy losses

The brand will now be based in Milan, forming part of tennis giant Head’s “continued expansion of its sportswear and apparel division”

Thu, Feb 05, 2026 14:12
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Pro cyclist struck by speeding 100kph driver in alleged hit and run – despite being “perfectly visible” with hi-vis jersey and flashing light

“He left me on the pavement, as if my life didn’t matter to him,” Soudal Quick-Step rider Gianmarco Garofoli said after the training crash, which left him feeling “helpless, fragile, and completely overwhelmed”

Thu, Feb 05, 2026 10:49
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“Completely made up”: Cycling page with thousands of followers spreads bizarre fake stories, including one claiming Tadej Pogačar confronted by Greta Thunberg during TV interview; Incredibly serious Zwift safety concerns… (not) + more on the live blog

Welcome back, everyone! Dan Alexander is on duty for your latest daily round-up of all the goings on in the world of cycling this Thursday

Thu, Feb 05, 2026 09:02
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The DealClincher x Zwift end of season sale has just got even better: Get the Wahoo Kickr Core 2 with Zwift Cog and Click for just £399.99, now with FREE shipping!

Now is the time to upgrade your indoor trainer with big savings on the Wahoo Kickr Core 2 with Zwift Cog and Click from Zwift

Thu, Feb 05, 2026 06:05
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Lime bike boss proposes adjusting traffic lights “to reward safe cyclists”

Hal Stevenson's comments came in an opinion piece where he also argued London should embrace "green wave" technology

Wed, Feb 04, 2026 17:43
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Ex-MP’s “bonkers” video denouncing cycle lane proposals criticised by residents and campaigners

The Westminster Cycle Campaign also accused Felicity Buchan of "fearmongering"

Wed, Feb 04, 2026 16:15
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“Is he delivering pizza?”: New Jersey cycle courier taking shortcut across frozen river makes the news; “It’s lighter without grease”: Cyclist who pressure washes bike after every ride divides opinion + more on the live blog

We've got some fairly major stuff going on behind the scenes at road.cc today so cut Dan Alexander some slack if your Wednesday live blog isn't quite up to the usual silly standards

Wed, Feb 04, 2026 09:19
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