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“Tone deaf”: Cyclists slam NSPCC Land Rover giveaway; Timmy Mallett finds “new bike trap” on National Cycle Network route; First summit finish of the Giro won by Davide Bais; Anti-cycling story coming to a national paper near you? + more on the live blog

It's almost the weekend... rudely just a two-day break this week... Dan Alexander is on duty for your final live blog of the week

Fri, May 12, 2023 08:08
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British racing scene is “a real struggle”, says Ineos Grenadiers manager Rod Ellingworth

“You look at British talent at the moment… it’s pretty strong, but the racing is a real struggle”

Thu, May 11, 2023 17:47
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Women’s cycling team sacks former pro and director who urged riders to “take a knee” in protest against trans cyclists

Cynisca Cycling says Tour de France podium finisher Inga Thompson’s “methods and personal attacks are inconsistent” with the team’s mission to “advance opportunities for women”

Thu, May 11, 2023 15:46
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Cube introduces Bosch-powered Trike Hybrid with tilting tech from BMW

Cube introduces Bosch-powered Trike Hybrid with tilting tech

Thu, May 11, 2023 14:22
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“In the middle of the road!” Motorist berates children cycling “harmlessly home from school” on empty cul-de-sac

“Nobody took a bit of notice of her… You have to laugh really”

Thu, May 11, 2023 12:54
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Van Rysel launches do-it-all NCR CF carbon road bike, and it looks like great value

Carbon-framed all-rounder from Decathlon-owned brand comes with a Shimano Tiagra groupset for £1,700… and you can take part in an online competition to win one

Thu, May 11, 2023 10:40
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Pinarello Dogma XC mountain bike breaks cover

New Dogma is Pinarello’s first cross-country MTB in over a decade

Thu, May 11, 2023 08:51
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Yamaha’s moped style e-bike and s-pedelec on sale soon

Japanese giant continues own-brand electric two-wheeled rollout

Thu, May 11, 2023 08:28
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Bicycle frame making moved to endangered ‘Red List’ by Heritage Crafts; BMX jump cycle lane — cycling route has the mother of all speed bumps installed; Cav crashes AGAIN (+ stunning Amalfi scenery & breakaway heartbreak in Naples) + more on the live blog

Just two days until the weekend... we could definitely get used to this four-day week lark. Dan Alexander is on live blog duty for you this Thursday, on what promises to be another jam-packed day of cycling action

Thu, May 11, 2023 07:57
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How fast?! New road bike 10-mile time trial record set at 51.6km/h average speed for 18:41 clocking

George Fox set a time of 18:41 on the F11/10 course in Hertfordshire on Sunday

Wed, May 10, 2023 16:09
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Remco Evenepoel crashes after loose dog runs into Giro d’Italia peloton

One of the world champion's Soudal Quick-Step teammates was the first to hit the deck as the animal ran out into the rain-soaked road

Wed, May 10, 2023 11:49
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Increased sentence for hit-and-run driver who killed cyclist while speeding at 80mph in 30mph zone before torching car

Lee Beevers was already banned from driving when he hit and killed cyclist Alan Tankard as the rider crossed the road on his bike wearing hi-vis clothing in West Yorkshire last year

Wed, May 10, 2023 11:37
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Cycling UK criticises imminent Department for Transport plan for “longer and more hazardous lorries” on Britain’s roads

Lorries up to 18.55 metres in length could be allowed from as soon as the end of the month, raising safety concerns for vulnerable road users

Wed, May 10, 2023 09:29
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Mark Cavendish slides across the finish line after Giro sprint crash chaos; Driver crashes into “cursed” Velorution bike shop AGAIN; Mr Loophole says plan to allow longer lorries “a really bad idea”; Genius congestion-tackling + more on the live blog

You're not the only one still reeling from the after-effects of the long weekend, but Adwitiya's on live blog duty again to help you find your feet

Wed, May 10, 2023 09:21
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Near Miss of the Day 864: Bus driver squeezes cyclist towards kerb at stop

"The driver just blanked me – no recognition of me or the incident at all"

Tue, May 09, 2023 16:10
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Specialized launches S-Works Mondo as “the fastest endurance all-road tyre ever”

New tyre also promises durability, all-weather traction, and puncture protection; there’s a new 3D-printed saddle too

Tue, May 09, 2023 16:00
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Air ambulance called to Fred Whitton incident on Hardknott Pass

Police and the event organisers confirmed the injuries were not as bad as first feared, with a rider kept in hospital overnight

Tue, May 09, 2023 14:39
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Chris King unveils ARD44: “the world’s first and only recyclable aero wheelset”

US brand says new wheels reduce fatigue and strain on the rider thanks to nylon fibre bonding process which absorbs vibration

Tue, May 09, 2023 13:00
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Mallorca motorcyclist under influence of drugs who killed cyclist after hitting group ride head-on released with charges

UPDATED: Suspect released on charges by a court in Inca in relation to the incident which saw a group of Polish cyclists hit by a motorcyclist

Tue, May 09, 2023 12:14
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E-bike sales thrive throughout Europe’s main markets – except the UK

According to 2022 sales statistics, e-bike sales volumes increased by double digits in many European countries

Tue, May 09, 2023 11:05
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The wheelset edition! Five cool things coming soon from Campagnolo, Roval, Prime, Black Inc and Parcours

Check out the latest and coolest gear we have on test right now, with full reports on the way…

Tue, May 09, 2023 10:41
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Cyclist tests World Championships route’s pothole-repaired roads… snaps saddle and limps home; Leknessund takes the pink jersey from Evenepoel at Giro d’Italia ; Cycling’s last-minute Eurovision entry?; Weekend round-up + more on the live blog

After another healthy dosing of a Bank Holiday, Adwitiya's here to paddle you through the much-missed road.cc live blog

Tue, May 09, 2023 09:46
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Sir Bradley Wiggins names cycling coach who sexually abused him and other young cyclists at club

Stan Knight "went way beyond the boundaries", according to another rider who was, like Wiggins, abused during training camps in Dorset

Tue, May 09, 2023 09:44
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Jersey e-bike incentive scheme aiming to reduce carbon emissions with grants of up to £600

£300,000 has been allocated to the scheme for its two-year duration

Tue, May 09, 2023 08:47
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Pub owner who blocked cycle lane says he’s “being punished” after council asks to remove all barriers

The Harrogate publican had earlier labelled the controversial pedestrian and bike path a “disaster waiting to happen”, has called the council’s demands “unreasonable”

Mon, May 08, 2023 17:24
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