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Questions remain over death of cyclist in Oxfordshire, says coroner

Police said Simon Richardson collided with tree – but top lawyer tells inquest he believes a close passing driver was responsible

Thu, Mar 10, 2022 14:27
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SRAM acquires cycling apparel brand Velocio

American bicycle component manufacturer keeps on adding to its portfolio, with the cycle apparel brand coming on board just after the recent Hammerhead acquisition

Thu, Mar 10, 2022 12:48
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Michelin launches ‘fastest ever road tyre’, the Power Cup

Independent testing for grip and puncture protection also found the Power Cup is competitive in the road race category, but not class-leading

Thu, Mar 10, 2022 12:00
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Remco Evenepoel gets driving ban for speeding

Quick Step-Alpha Vinyl star will also have to retake theory test after doing 125 km/h in 70 km/h zone

Thu, Mar 10, 2022 10:41
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Snake Pass: Cycling UK to challenge council decision; Cyclists – defeating traffic; ‘If you have to ring your bell too much, you’re in the wrong place for bikes’; Remco and the peloton’s law-breaking motorists; The cost of cycling + more on the live blog

The weekend’s almost in sight – and Ryan Mallon is here to round up the latest news and views on Thursday’s live blog

Thu, Mar 10, 2022 09:37
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Udog’s lightweight Cima shoe comes with one-piece knitted upper

The ends of the laces are hidden in a pocket on the tongue of this breathable new design

Thu, Mar 10, 2022 09:00
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£116,000 worth of bikes stolen in pre-planned raid on family-run shop

Jonathan Smyth says he is devastated after 13 high-end bikes and five frames were stolen from his Co Derry business

Wed, Mar 09, 2022 19:22
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Closure of Snake Pass to bike riders described as an ‘anti-cyclist decision dressed up cheaply as Health and Safety’

Derbyshire County Council announced that cyclists and walkers would also be banned from the Peak District climb after it was temporarily closed to motorists last month due to landslides

Wed, Mar 09, 2022 16:43
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4iiii makes new Precision 3 power meter slimmer for better frame compatibility

The latest in 4iiii’s Precision range claims a weight of just 9g, an 800-hour battery life, +/-1% accuracy and backwards compatibility with the current Precision drive-side power meter

Wed, Mar 09, 2022 15:00
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Rule-breaking cyclists ‘treated the same as drug dealers, street drinkers and prostitutes’, says councillor

Dorset councillor Roland Tarr called for a ban on cycling along Weymouth’s esplanade to be dropped and for bike lanes to be introduced

Wed, Mar 09, 2022 13:32
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Reaction to government shutting down calls for mandatory bells (+ Poll); Exercise bike…in the cycle lane; Pidcock to the Tour?; Wout wins; Pedal Me rescues family stranded by puncture; Terrible infra; Cycling in the UK is… + more on the live blog

It's Wednesday and Dan Alexander is here to take you through the middle of the week on the live blog

Wed, Mar 09, 2022 09:05
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Motorist drives into cyclist moments after shouting abuse for not using cycle lane

UPDATED: Thames Valley Police insist driver would have been prosecuted, but "due to staff absences", two-week deadline was missed

Tue, Mar 08, 2022 17:31
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Ampler releases two lightweight urban e-bikes: the Juna and the Axel

Estonian direct-to-consumer brand is also overhauling its existing line-up

Tue, Mar 08, 2022 16:39
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Government rejects calls for cyclists to be required to use a bell

The Department for Transport stressed, while using a bell is recommended, there are other ways for cyclists to make their presence known

Tue, Mar 08, 2022 15:57
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Canyon’s Ultimate is about to be updated and here’s what you can expect

Will Canyon trickle over features from the Aeroad? Will rim brakes remain an option? How about a non-slammed geometry option for those who simply want to ease their way up the climbs?

Tue, Mar 08, 2022 14:20
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Near Miss of the Day 730: ScS driver narrowly avoids oncoming vehicle during close pass on 50mph road (video includes swearing)

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

Tue, Mar 08, 2022 12:52
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“One month, two dead cyclists”: Oxford’s cycling city sign defaced after second death

Last week, campaigners demanded urgent action following the second cyclist death on the city's roads in three weeks

Tue, Mar 08, 2022 11:30
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‘We need to stop finger-wagging about helmets’; Paradise Lost: Snake Pass no longer open to cyclists; Ganna’s not-so-marginal gains; Puerile puns at Paris-Nice; Prog and the Peloton; Cycling > convoluted petrol-saving tips+ more on the live blog

It’s as windy as a Paris-Nice stage today, so join Ryan Mallon for all the latest updates on Tuesday’s live blog – the cycling news equivalent of the fourth echelon on the road…

Tue, Mar 08, 2022 09:58
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Near Miss of the Day 729: ‘Must Get In Front’ driver almost left-hooks cyclist

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

Mon, Mar 07, 2022 20:26
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“Fight Putin – Ride a Bike” meme in support of Ukraine goes viral

Graphic on background of Ukraine flag urges to hit Russia through curbing its oil exports

Mon, Mar 07, 2022 18:33
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Five cool things coming soon from Basso, Silca, Pas Normal Studios, Easton and Sundried

Here are the best bits we're testing right now including gravel bikes, road shoes and bars, with full reviews coming soon....

Mon, Mar 07, 2022 16:30
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Gianni Bugno knocked over by Harley-Davidson rider

Nothing worse than stitches for ex-world champion following collision as he crossed road in Monza

Mon, Mar 07, 2022 15:46
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Netflix Tour de France documentary could take sport “to next level” says Patrick Lefevere

Quick Step-Alpha Vinyl boss says filming to start as early as next week, but adds that money currently on offer to teams is “peanuts”

Mon, Mar 07, 2022 13:10
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Ducati’s first pedal-assisted road bike doesn’t look much like an e-bike

Italian motorcycle brand updates range with Futa e-bike for the road featuring a 250W motor; there’s even a Campagnolo Super Record model if you’re willing to dig deep

Mon, Mar 07, 2022 12:56
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The Citroën ë-Tour virtual cycling stage race begins today on the Bkool indoor training app

The virtual race consists of four stages of between 14km and 25km, with prize draws for Zycle smart trainers for all who complete a stage

Mon, Mar 07, 2022 12:40
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