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“This green initiative ensures that I now drive around to avoid it”: Revamped roundabout leaves residents baffled by a segregated bike lane; Movistar man plays the bicycle; Brennan signs Visma contract extension + more on the live blog

It's Friday and Callum has decided there are better things to be doing than spending his wage and queuing for World Cup tickets, so he's here instead...

Fri, Dec 12, 2025 09:36
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“The path to nowhere”: Ministry of Defence accused of “pettiness” for blocking completion of new cycling and walking route to school – and threatening to fence off 15-metre section if children use it in “nonsensical” row

The government department claims the shared-use path could have a “detrimental impact” on local families, though the MOD’s decision to reopen discussions with Fife Council has been hailed as a “return to commonsense”

Thu, Dec 11, 2025 17:16
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900 cyclists caught drunk cycling banned from driving cars in Japan, as authorities say offenders “likely to pose a significant danger when driving”

The clampdown on cycling while drunk in Japan comes after stricter laws were introduced concerning phone and alcohol use by cyclists, with more measures, including a ban on holding an umbrella on a bike, set to come into force next year

Thu, Dec 11, 2025 13:38
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Sir Chris Hoy suffers “worst crash I’ve ever had” – but hopes to recover from “smashed up” leg in time to watch the darts

The six-time Olympic champion, who revealed last year that he has been diagnosed with terminal prostate cancer, broke his leg while riding his mountain bike and is currently on crutches

Thu, Dec 11, 2025 10:41
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“Great! So much more dangerous for pedestrians”: New segregated cycle lane brings internet outrage; Boris Bike Scheme secured for five more years + more on the live blog

Megan Huws is back to try to brighten up this very grey Thursday with all of today’s cycling news and views

Thu, Dec 11, 2025 09:42
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Factor officially unveils all-new One aero bike, declaring it “the fastest UCI-legal road bike in the world”

The radical aero bike was first spotted winning a Dauphiné stage under Jake Stewart. With its huge bayonet fork, ‘chin’ fairing and V-shaped cockpit, Factor says it’s “22% faster than the Specialized Tarmac SL8”. Prices start at £10,899 for a full bike

Thu, Dec 11, 2025 09:00
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MotoGP World Champion has custom Pinarello stolen by thief dressed as team mechanic

The customised €20,000 Dogma F was stolen during the Valencia Grand Prix weekend, but Spanish Police returned the bike and have arrested a suspect

Wed, Dec 10, 2025 13:34
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“These bikes get hammered, and they have the scars to prove it”: Tern’s cargo fleet hits million-mile milestone in New York, claiming its bikes can match vans for delivery speed and volume

Research into the effectiveness of Tern’s cargo bikes in the Big Apple point to big cost savings with no effect on efficiency compared to vans, plus environmental benefits such as better traffic flow on busy city streets

Wed, Dec 10, 2025 13:12
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Government must “move from good intentions to a clear long-term plan” for cycling, campaigners warn, as £626 million active travel investment announced

British Cycling and Cycling UK are among the signatories calling for "predictable cycles and transparent reporting" of infrastructure investment

Wed, Dec 10, 2025 11:18
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World’s fastest descender hits 65mph on bike… in the dark, complete with terrifying speed wobble; Red Bull riders tow plane to take-off; Pogačar snubbed (again) by BBC SPOTY; Movistar pro’s bizarre teacup injury; Picnic problems + more on the live blog

It’s Wednesday, it’s still windy, and Ryan Mallon’s back, one eye on Friday afternoon, with all the latest cycling news, views, and nonsense on the midweek live blog. Is it Christmas yet?

Wed, Dec 10, 2025 09:59
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Prendas Ciclismo owner returns to profit and “proud to have stabilised” despite heavy bike industry downturn

Cycling Brands Ltd, which also owns custom-clothing maker Shutt Velo Rapide, said they "are not complacent" despite the upturn in fortunes.

Tue, Dec 09, 2025 17:51
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Seven people arrested after counterfeit Specialized manufacturers busted in Chinese police raid

Chinese tech giant Alibaba say the seizure of fraudulent goods was the largest anti-counterfeit measure in Specialized's history, with over £1 million worth of goods seized

Tue, Dec 09, 2025 14:32
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British Cycling brings in corporate finance consultants and creates new events wing to “supercharge commercial growth” amid declining membership figures

British Cycling says separating their commercial businesses into a new entity can "grow events and new digital revenue streams"

Tue, Dec 09, 2025 12:13
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“Entitled” driver moans about “extremely irritating” children cycling to school “chatting” and taking up “whole road”; Endura launches ‘Don’t be a helmet. Wear one’ campaign… with fake crash; NSN’s Barca kit; Mini G; Hideous Ineos? + more on the live blog

Still drying off from your stormy morning commute? Don’t worry, Ryan Mallon’s here to brighten up your day (kind of) with all the latest cycling news, views, and silliness on the wet and windy Tuesday live blog

Tue, Dec 09, 2025 10:03
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Garmin’s latest power meter pedals, a £325 front light from Exposure + more cool things from Rapha, Oquo and Magicshine

This week’s line-up includes a £325 smart front light, updated Rapha winter tights, pro-level Oquo wheels and Magicshine’s photochromic glasses

Mon, Dec 08, 2025 16:30
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Councillor raising funds for legal battle against congestion charge… by cycling

Councillor David Henwood - who was found to have harassed a Labour councillor in online spats over traffic measures in Oxford - plans to cycle every day until Christmas to raise money for Open Roads in a legal challenge against Oxfordshire Council

Mon, Dec 08, 2025 15:44
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Amsterdam mulls over ‘fat bike’ ban — but will tyre width restriction really help protect city’s famous bike lanes from threat of illegally modified e-bikes?

The Dutch cycling utopia is under threat from modified e-bikes. Is a ban based on tyre width really the best compromise? It's a little complicated, as we've been finding out

Mon, Dec 08, 2025 15:41
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“It shouldn’t be a taboo. It belongs in the sport”: Lotte Kopecky pushes to remove shame around menstruation in cycling

The two-time world champion spoke about stigma surrounding menstruation, saying male coaches should “immerse” themselves in it, as “it’s part of the job”

Mon, Dec 08, 2025 12:20
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“Zig zag lines, parallel crossing, I have no idea what any of it means”: Cyclists call for “regular compulsory retests” for motorists after driver ignores bike crossing; Onley/Ineos rumours; Bouhanni’s fast marathon; ‘Cross glamour + more on the live blog

After finally (and rather reluctantly) putting his Christmas tree up at the weekend, road.cc’s resident Grinch Ryan is back enjoying his own version of some proper festive fun: droning on about cycling on the Monday live blog

Mon, Dec 08, 2025 10:03
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Scribe claims new Ultra wheels are “the fastest UCI road compliant wheelset currently available”

Scribe reckons the new wheels push the boundaries of speed, low weight and high-tech, featuring a wavy spoke design and claimed weights from 1,150g per pair

Mon, Dec 08, 2025 09:50
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Are cyclists in Scotland any closer to being able to submit dangerous driving footage to an online police portal?

After years of delays and inaction, cyclists in Scotland feel left behind England and Wales and fear the lack of an online reporting portal has put lives at risk

Sun, Dec 07, 2025 12:35
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How did he keep that up?! Mathieu van der Poel’s incredible crash save caught on camera

Training sprint almost ends in disaster...

Sun, Dec 07, 2025 10:08
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Could your next road bike be… a Ducati?! Plus new range from budget bike specialst Polygon, Giant is the most popular bike brand on the planet (according to Strava) + more

All the hottest new tech we've spotted this week, including stuff from Ducati, Polygon, Muc-Off, Strava, Bianchi and more

Sat, Dec 06, 2025 12:00
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Driver who hit group of cyclists on country lane cleared of causing death by careless driving, after defence lawyer argues “position of cyclists” was cause of crash

Jury found accountancy chief Thomas Gibbs not guilty following just over an hour of deliberation, the trial having previously heard he had told the cyclists he was 'late for his children's nanny'

Sat, Dec 06, 2025 10:07
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Giant finalises refunds to migrant workers, after Trump administration blocked imports of brand’s bikes over forced labour allegations

Giant says corrective plan "on schedule" and it "remains committed to further strengthening systems that protect migrant worker rights"

Sat, Dec 06, 2025 08:34
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