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Near Miss of the Day 868: Warning for driver who mounted pavement and drove into cyclist after rider’s emergency stop to avoid collision

"As you can imagine I am not happy with that outcome [...] he drove a car at me, hit me, mounted the pavement, drove off and has escaped any form of criminal sanction whatsoever"

Wed, Jun 21, 2023 13:54
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Merida introduces speed-focused Scultura Endurance GR gravel bike

New model – available in both carbon and aluminium – is based on the existing Scultura Endurance road bike and sits alongside the adventure-minded Silex in Merida’s range

Wed, Jun 21, 2023 10:52
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Judges told killing a cyclist now an ‘aggravating factor’ for driving offences, could lead to longer sentences

Cycling UK welcomed the longer sentences "needed in some fatal driving cases", but has also called for longer driving bans in other cases of careless and dangerous driving to "act as a deterrent and therefore help protect the public"

Wed, Jun 21, 2023 10:45
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Look unveils lightened 795 Blade RS road bike and disc brake-equipped 796 Monoblade RS time trial bike

French brand gives road bike a complete redesign aimed at balancing aerodynamics, stiffness and low weight, and adds disc brakes to its time trial/triathlon bike

Wed, Jun 21, 2023 10:00
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Cyclists blast new cycling “stairway to A&E”… seemingly “commissioned by Danny MacAskill”; Plans to “dismantle” cycling infrastructure in Spanish cities an act of “political revenge”; Jonas Vingegaard’s ‘acting’ debut + more on the live blog

It’s the longest day of the year, the national champs are starting, and Ryan Mallon’s back with all the latest news and nonsense on the live blog. What more could you want?

Wed, Jun 21, 2023 09:19
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Orbea’s Oquo brand launches its first road and gravel wheel range using ‘mini hook’ system

‘Mini hook’ design is intended to keep tyres securely in place while improving aerodynamics

Tue, Jun 20, 2023 14:00
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Swapfiets launches ‘bike amnesty’ – swap your old bike for a first-month-free e-bike subscription

Bikes that are handed in will be recycled and turned into new bike racks across London, Amsterdam, Paris, Berlin, and Copenhagen

Tue, Jun 20, 2023 10:32
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Suspended sentence for road rage driver who assaulted cyclist after making death threats

A later test showed Edward Shane was over the legal blood alcohol limit. He avoided jail after admitting making threats to kill, dangerous driving, assault by beating, driving with excess alcohol, and failing to provide a specimen for analysis

Tue, Jun 20, 2023 10:20
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Rotor launches “the lightest dual-sided power meter on the market”

2INpower SL Road crank-based power meter weighs just 530g, according to Rotor

Tue, Jun 20, 2023 09:00
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Sick of close passes from drivers? Create your own ‘laser’ cycle lane; Urška Žigart goes agonisingly close at Tour de Suisse… only to be referred to as “Pogačar’s girlfriend” by Belgian newspaper; Cycle lane double parking + more on the live blog

It’s Tuesday and Ryan Mallon’s back with all the latest cycling news, views, and nonsense on the live blog

Tue, Jun 20, 2023 08:34
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Bicycle racks in pub loading bays causing “unnecessary stress”, businesses claim

Last week one Dublin pub called the council's decision to rapidly replace its outdoor seating area with bike racks "a joke"

Mon, Jun 19, 2023 16:19
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Raleigh Chopper now available in 70s-inspired colourways

Everyone's childhood bike gets the reissue it deserves

Mon, Jun 19, 2023 14:55
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Bosch announce new drive system and expansion to Smart System for 2024

New Performance Line SX motor, new batteries and more updates for eBike Flow app users amongst announcements

Mon, Jun 19, 2023 14:48
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“What if a cyclist hits this?”: Councillor raises alarm over enormous pothole big enough to stand waist-deep in

"There are potholes, then there are potmonsters... my feet weren't even touching the bottom!"

Mon, Jun 19, 2023 14:35
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Five cool bikes from Specialized, Trek, Marin and Merida

These bikes, including Specialized's Sirrusly different hybrid and Trek's alloy Emonda, are currently being tested to the max with full reviews coming soon

Mon, Jun 19, 2023 14:09
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Alberto Contador left bloodied and needing stitches after crash in China

"Despite the images, fortunately it's not as bad as it looks... we'll keep on going"

Mon, Jun 19, 2023 11:02
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Bike thieves target pro teams at Tour of Slovenia and Baloise Belgium Tour

Euskaltel-Euskadi and Baloise Trek Lions did not take part in yesterday's racing, both suffering overnight break-ins

Mon, Jun 19, 2023 09:40
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“Angry and frightened”: Could Birmingham safer roads protests inspire Dutch-style cycling revolution in Britain?; Primož Roglič to skip Tour de France and target Vuelta; Are 15-minute cities a “working class nightmare”?;+ more on the live blog

It's Monday and Adwitiya is here to face the headwinds and get this week's live blog rolling

Mon, Jun 19, 2023 09:20
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“I wanted to win for Gino, everyone today raced for him”: Mattias Skjelmose dedicates Tour de Suisse victory to “wonderful” Gino Mäder

“I wanted to give something back to him because he gave so much to a lot of other people”

Sun, Jun 18, 2023 18:37
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Cyclist dies during London to Brighton charity ride

Surrey Police has launched an appeal for witnesses after the rider sadly died in the Smallfield area of Surrey during today’s 54-mile event

Sun, Jun 18, 2023 17:05
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“The fella was so pissed he couldn’t even stand up”: British bike race cancelled after “heavily drunk driver” collides with family car on course

The Upton 200, a National B-level race in Yorkshire, was called off after three laps following the crash, though no cyclists were involved

Sun, Jun 18, 2023 15:39
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Oops! Teammates celebrate ‘victory’ arm in arm… only to be pipped by rival right at the finish

Not quite LeMond and Hinault… Is this the worst premature celebration in cycling history?

Sun, Jun 18, 2023 13:18
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New cycle paths “like putting a motorway down the high street”, say residents

The Cambridge-based cycling group Camcycle has also argued that the proposed greenways represent a missed opportunity for “game-changing” active travel improvements

Sun, Jun 18, 2023 11:34
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“Cycling is wonderful, but it is a very fragile sport”: Controversial organiser says the Tour des Pyrénées “is over”, after stage race marred by safety “chaos”

Pascal Baudron also apologised for calling the women’s peloton “spoiled children” for refusing to ride last weekend’s final stage

Sat, Jun 17, 2023 19:01
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Bike check: Nino Schurter’s Scott Spark RC 34 Edition

Scott releases the 34 edition in celebration of Nino Schurter's 34th World Cup win

Sat, Jun 17, 2023 17:34
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