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Hornets attack group of cyclists in France with one rushed to hospital

Worst-affected rider was stung around 50 times but his life is no longer in danger

Tue, Aug 23, 2022 18:35

Bike theft victim blames “bizarre” GDPR rules preventing security staff from revealing who the culprit is

Theft in Ireland captured on CCTV but while security staff believe they know thief, Gardai have not followed up

Tue, Aug 23, 2022 17:06

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Community order for hit-and-run driver who left cyclist with broken pelvis

James McIntyre also escaped driving ban following incident in Derbyshire earlier this year

Tue, Aug 23, 2022 15:03

Car involved in fatal crash in Catalonia

Two killed as hit-and-run driver crashes into group of cyclists near Barcelona

Police later arrested motorist who was said to have veered onto wrong side of road before hitting riders

Tue, Aug 23, 2022 12:03

Rad Power’s RadExpand 5 is now on sale in the UK

Fat-tyred e-folder is available for £1,349

Tue, Aug 23, 2022 10:55

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Appendicitis, fewer marriages + increase in women smoking — strangest things people blamed on bikes; Wout van Aert & Red Bull clock fastest wheel change; Jeremy Vine orders cycling number plate; Quintana’s lawyer attacks; Vuelta + more on the live blog

Happy Tuesday! The live blog is back for another day of action with Dan Alexander at the helm

Tue, Aug 23, 2022 08:10

How to lose an argument — baffled shop caretaker schooled by cyclists over bike parking

Entertaining scenes unfolded when a man took issue with cyclists locking their bikes to... a PlantLock bike parking unit

Mon, Aug 22, 2022 16:24

What’s brighter, this jersey or rear light? This week’s five cool things coming soon from Santini, Ravemen, HJC, Zefal and TICCC

A 500 lumen rear light and all the latest and coolest gear we have on test right now, with full reviews on the way…

Mon, Aug 22, 2022 16:00

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GPs to prescribe cycling to “ease the burden” on NHS

£12.7 million funding will go towards adult cycling training, free bike loans, as well as walking and cycling mental health groups

Mon, Aug 22, 2022 13:44

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Ride of the year? Cyclist completes Transcontinental on Brompton folding bike

"It's just the bike I've got — enjoy it!": James Houston overcomes aggressive dogs, melted rim tape, numerous punctures and walking up (and down) mountains... all while wearing sandals

Mon, Aug 22, 2022 11:23

Tom Pidcock wins 2022 European XC Mountain Bike Championships

Pidcock becomes first Briton to win the title

Mon, Aug 22, 2022 10:42

How do you solve a problem like close passes?; “Battle of Britain’s cycle lanes”? More anti-cycling nonsense in the Times; Cycle like the Dutch and save the planet; Bike lane or picnic spot?; Jumbo-Visma play swapsies at the Vuelta + more on the live blog

Happy Monday everyone! Ryan Mallon’s here with all the latest cycling news and views on the live blog, so you can start your week with the furious momentum of a Danny van Poppel lead out…

Mon, Aug 22, 2022 08:46

Team GB decathlete fighting for his life after serious crash while riding bike

Ben Gregory, who has competed in three Commonwealth Games for Wales, is in a coma after suffering brain haemorrhages and a fractured skull and neck

Sun, Aug 21, 2022 16:49

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Boy impaled on bike handlebars told to wait two hours for an ambulance

Doctors later said it was a “miracle” that the 11-year-old survived, while his mother blamed the government for “all the cuts they have been making”

Sun, Aug 21, 2022 14:47

Random bloke says Grant Shapps stole his compulsory insurance for cyclists idea

Bizarre claim comes as one bike insurer backs idea of compulsory third party cover for bike riders

Sat, Aug 20, 2022 19:44

Cyclist breaks pelvis in Richmond Park crash with off-lead dog

Incident happened on same day crackdown was announced on ‘speeding’ bike riders in the SW London park

Sat, Aug 20, 2022 17:16

Southfields LTN in LB Ealing (picture Simon MacMichael)

Rishi Sunak pledges to “stop war on motorists” and review LTNs

Tory leadership contender’s supporters applaud him as the “most pro-driver chancellor in history”

Sat, Aug 20, 2022 13:34

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Near Miss of the Day 814: Coach driver nearly hits cyclist (includes swearing)

Our regular series featuring close passes from around the country - today it's Staffordshire

Sat, Aug 20, 2022 11:10

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Cyclists in Richmond Park face crackdown for ‘speeding’ – even though limits do not apply to them

The Royal Parks acknowledges bike riders aren’t subject to same rules as motorists, but says action will be taken against those riding “recklessly”

Fri, Aug 19, 2022 18:52

Dan Bigham UCI Hour Record August 2022 – Ineos Grenadiers

“Mind-blowing” and “pretty epic” – Dan Bigham sets new UCI Hour Record of 55.548km

New record holder says “ungodly level of support” from his Ineos team led to “step-change” in performance

Fri, Aug 19, 2022 13:30

Viva la Vuelta! The third Grand Tour of the season kicks off on Friday – keep up with the action on GCN+ Sponsored

As Primož Roglič aims for an unprecedented fourth straight Vuelta a España title, make sure you catch all the brutally steep climbs and exhilarating sprints over the next three weeks with a GCN+ subscription

Fri, Aug 19, 2022 13:22

Cycling licences? Cycling number plates?? Grant Shapps’ silly suggestions slammed plus tales from LEL on the road.cc Podcast

We talk about the hottest and most disappointing topic of the week, and check in with Matt Page after his mammoth effort at London Edinburgh London

Fri, Aug 19, 2022 12:51

“No plans to introduce registration plates” for cyclists, insists Grant Shapps

“This is not a plan which is somehow going after cyclists,” Transport Secretary maintains

Fri, Aug 19, 2022 12:00

France is now offering a €4,000 e-bike subsidy to people who trade in their car

No car, new bike – you can also get €300 for an e-bike even if you keep your car

Fri, Aug 19, 2022 11:21

Big Issue ‘pauses’ Bristol e-bike share scheme due to “relentless” vandalism

Not-for-profit says 10 per cent of its fleet is being vandalised every day

Fri, Aug 19, 2022 08:21