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Velocio’s “compostable” cycling socks, plus more cool socks + mitts from Castelli, GripGrab, Maap and Galibier

Summer socks and mitts are now hot commodities, and we’re testing out these five to see if they're any good

Mon, Jun 12, 2023 14:37
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Government will struggle to introduce ‘death by dangerous cycling’ law before next general election, report suggests

The Department for Transport has admitted to campaigners there is a lack of parliamentary time, although ministers may now turn attention to a private member's bill

Mon, Jun 12, 2023 12:12
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“Complex rope rescue” after cyclist crashes from bridge into river

A large emergency service presence attended the incident in Greater Manchester on Sunday afternoon, the fire service called to help the man in the river "inaccessible to paramedics"

Mon, Jun 12, 2023 10:09
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“Cyclists are running riot!” Richard Madeley, Timmy Mallett, and Howard Cox ‘debate’ bike number plates on Good Morning Britain; Backlash against “sexist” race organiser who called pro riders “spoiled children” over safety fears + more on the live blog

It’s Monday, and after a weekend spent watching the Netflix Tour de France doc (I mean, riding his bike), Ryan Mallon’s back for another sunny, and hopefully entertaining, week on the live blog

Mon, Jun 12, 2023 08:55
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Can Facebook and Fortnite make you ride faster? Mentally fatiguing tasks after training could boost cycling performance, says researcher

Engaging in social media or playing a computer game is an example of BET, or brain endurance training, and studies show that it could even lead to an overall improvement in road cyclists’ performance

Sun, Jun 11, 2023 16:22
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Jonas Vingegaard wins Critérium du Dauphiné as Tour de France looms large, Giulio Ciccone wins final stage

The reigning Tour champion lay down a marker for his rivals before the Grand Départ in Bilbao next month

Sun, Jun 11, 2023 14:50
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Campaigners call for an “end to road violence” after three cyclists, including a 12-year-old boy “killed by motorists” in three weeks in Birmingham

"Reckless driving is endemic in our city," said a campaigner after people gathered at a vigil where one of the cyclists lost his life watched in horror as drivers jumped red lights and sped

Sun, Jun 11, 2023 13:35
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Tour Féminin des Pyrénées stopped amidst rider safety issues

After riders' protest against oncoming traffic and parked cars, the UCI has scrapped the final stage of the three-day women's stage race

Sun, Jun 11, 2023 10:10
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Cyclists’ widows to sue driver who walked out of court free after running both over and killing them instantly

The two cyclists were struck from behind by the driver, who is being sued for £200,000 in damages after his two-year prison sentence was suspended by the judge for not driving at "excessive speed"

Sat, Jun 10, 2023 17:53
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Richmond Park’s Lib Dem MP blames Tory Government for “effectively decriminalising bike theft”

The MP said the Government was “content to let tens of thousands of thefts go unsolved every year”, after the party’s data showed 90% of bicycle thefts were closed by police with no suspect identified

Sat, Jun 10, 2023 16:03
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Police warn they will keep fining cyclists who ride in town centre after arrest escalates into violence

Staffordshire Police defended their actions after a video showed them manhandling a cyclist in the town of Stafford for refusing to cooperate

Sat, Jun 10, 2023 13:05
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Could these “intelligent beads” really revolutionise bike design? Plus more tech news from Michelin, Wahoo, Cannondale, Cafe du Cycliste and loads more

We have loads of new products to tell you about, including tyres, helmets and clothing, and the shiniest cycling shoes you’ll ever see

Sat, Jun 10, 2023 11:00
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Pogačar gets green light from doctors to train for Tour de France after broken wrist

The Slovenian’s wrist has “almost healed” after seven weeks of recovery from his crash at Liège-Bastogne-Liège

Sat, Jun 10, 2023 10:56
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“Future of Planet X secured” as cycling retailer sold following fears for its future

The jobs of all 33 employees at the Rotherham-based retailer have been secured following its sale according to Planet X

Fri, Jun 09, 2023 19:07
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Pinarello set to be sold to South African mining billionaire, reports suggest

Former Glencore CEO Ivan Glasenberg is in the final stages of acquiring an 80 percent stake in the iconic Italian brand, according to sources close to the company

Fri, Jun 09, 2023 16:09
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Italy’s Deputy PM Salvini backpedals on number plates for cyclists – “It’s just for scooters”

Lega politician – who in 2015 said it was “mad” to consider taxing cyclists and making them wear helmets – makes U-turn on similar measures he outlined in Parliament this week

Fri, Jun 09, 2023 16:03
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Angry residents who slammed “ridiculous” traffic restrictions ahead of UCI Cycling World Championships secure compromise from council

The council has tweaked its plans to allow residents, who claimed the upcoming para-cycling time trials would “lock down Dumfries”, to access their street by car through a supermarket carpark

Fri, Jun 09, 2023 14:52
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Swapfiets and Cyclesheme – quality e-bikes from £27.50 per month

Tax free scheme means a good deal for London's e-bikers

Fri, Jun 09, 2023 13:15
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Just Stop Oil begin slow cycling protests

“We are happy to show solidarity with cyclists everywhere and ask them to join us in civil resistance,” the group said

Fri, Jun 09, 2023 12:29
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Cyclists blast Italian government’s “extremely worrying” plans to introduce bike registration plates and insurance

But manufacturers say the reforms, which also include making helmets and bike indicators mandatory, are “more about stopping the spread of bicycles than increasing safety on the roads”

Fri, Jun 09, 2023 11:25
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Zoomo adds Urban Arrow e-cargo bikes to its subscription packages

Urban Arrow’s e-cargo bikes, including the Cargo L and XL Cargo Line Rohloff, will integrate into the Zoomo platform

Fri, Jun 09, 2023 10:34
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“What a mess”: Chaos as live traffic passes metres from peloton; Mr Loophole weighs in on bike theft stats; Cyclists react to Just Stop Oil turning to pedal-powered protest; Close pass op attracts attention; Commuter counting + more on the live blog

One more day until the weekend, hold on in there... Dan Alexander will be doing his best to make your Friday fly by on the live blog

Fri, Jun 09, 2023 08:25
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“What will it take?”: Residents hit out at council for ignoring dangerous driving warnings as 64-year-old cyclist dies in fatal collision

Locals have blamed the council for failing to curb speeding motorists which could have saved the cyclist’s life, despite warning them five years ago

Thu, Jun 08, 2023 16:04
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Specialized says new Roval Rapide Cockpit is the fastest bar it has ever made

Does the introduction of new one-piece handlebar and stem suggest a Specialized Tarmac SL8 is on the horizon?

Thu, Jun 08, 2023 16:00
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Have pro cyclists ‘gone soft’? Perceptions of elite sport (and us mortals) discussed + Simon samples Drum & Bass On The Bike!

On the latest episode of the road.cc Podcast we’re chatting about one of the hot debates from the Giro, while Simon enjoys the “carnival atmosphere” of a two-wheeled rave through London

Thu, Jun 08, 2023 15:22
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