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10,000 people have reserved VanMoof’s 50km/h e-bike

Top speed exceeds current limits for both e-bikes and S-pedelecs

Mon, Jan 24, 2022 15:40
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Expect carnage and more danger…Mr Loophole rants about Highway Code changes to talkRadio’s Mike Graham

Nick Freeman, the lawyer notorious for obtaining not guilty verdicts for celebrities charged with motoring offences, slammed the changes as "ill-conceived"

Mon, Jan 24, 2022 13:31
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COMPETITION NOW CLOSED! Three winners have been chosen and will bag a road or gravel package from Ere Research

The three winners of this great competition have now been chosen and will be contacted shortly. Thanks for your entries!

Mon, Jan 24, 2022 12:00
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Pit bull owner jailed after cycle commuter seriously injured in “vicious attack”

Shaun Dwyer was jailed for 28 months over the incident which left Mark McDuff needing surgery

Mon, Jan 24, 2022 11:09
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Highway Code changes: “Cycling in the UK is doomed,” says pro; Road safety and the media: are Highway Code news articles designed to inform or anger readers?; Wave or no wave; Road racing is back; Roche for 007? + more on the live blog

It’s Monday and the sun is shining (at least where I am) – so why not grab a coffee and join Ryan Mallon for the first live blog of the week?

Mon, Jan 24, 2022 09:50
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Cyclist sues driver who left him with brain injury after crash on roundabout

Insurers for Jack Harris have admitted liability but are unable to agree compensation with victim Philip Smnith, who is seeking £200,000

Sun, Jan 23, 2022 18:43
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Press misrepresents Highway Code changes – just days before they come into force

Two major newspapers wrongly claim drivers face fines if they don’t use Dutch Reach technique when opening door

Sun, Jan 23, 2022 16:08
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Near Miss of the Day 703: Very close pass at pinch point (video includes swearing)

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

Sun, Jan 23, 2022 13:32
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Bikes are often more valuable than cars, says judge as he jails thieves

Two bike thieves in Bristol have been sent down

Sat, Jan 22, 2022 18:59
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Government slammed for not informing public of Highway Code changes aimed at protecting cyclists and pedestrians just days before they come into effect

AA says poll of its members finds that one in three are still unaware of new rules – and shadow minister says they will be “totally meaningless” if people are unaware

Sat, Jan 22, 2022 13:57
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Near Miss of the Day 702: Must Get In Front lorry driver goes wrong way round pedestrian island

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

Sat, Jan 22, 2022 11:40
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Chris Boardman heads newly-launched government body Active Travel England

“It’s time for a quiet revolution,” says champion cyclist turned campaigner who will lead body tasked with implementing goverment‘s Gear Change strategy

Sat, Jan 22, 2022 00:01
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Camden Council announces permanent safety changes to protect cyclists at Holborn “killer junction”

Emergency measures were first introduced in September following the death of children’s doctor Marta Krawiec, the fourth cyclist since 2008 to have been killed at the Southampton Row and Theobald’s Road junction

Fri, Jan 21, 2022 17:34
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Conservative MSP questions whether Scottish government’s Access Bikes scheme represents “value for money”

The scheme, devised by Cycling UK, aims to help people on low incomes and with limited transport options purchase a bike by providing interest-free loans of up to £500

Fri, Jan 21, 2022 16:58
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Stages will retrofit a power meter to your existing cranks

If supply chain issues are hampering your search for a power meter, here’s a new – and cheap – solution

Fri, Jan 21, 2022 15:14
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Swiss Side says new Gravon aero gravel wheels offer “up to 5W aero drag savings”

Wheel brand also offers insight into the importance of aerodynamics in gravel riding and reveals the tyre widths and treads that'll reduce drag

Fri, Jan 21, 2022 12:20
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Cyclists urged to reclaim bikes left at Bristol Temple Meads ahead of “annual cull”

Network Rail says any abandoned bikes will be donated to charity as part of its bid to ensure adequate cycle storage at the station

Fri, Jan 21, 2022 11:20
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Retired pro Andrew Talansky under fire for Covid rant (Pogačar + De Gendt join in); Pidcock’s Pinarello; CyclingMikey road.cc Podcast; Barriers to disabled cyclists; Trek raises $1.8M for World Bicycle Relief; Wheelbarrow fun + more on the live blog

Friday has arrived! The weekend is just around the corner, so kick back, relax and let Dan Alexander guide you home with the final live blog of the week

Fri, Jan 21, 2022 09:11
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Near Miss of the Day 701: Speeding bus driver “very lucky” to avoid prosecution for close pass (includes swearing)

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

Thu, Jan 20, 2022 17:51
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“Tired of road crime”: CyclingMikey on episode 16 of the road.cc Podcast, plus how to make the most of your lunchbreak

The now-famous camera cyclist tells us about how and why he is making a difference to road safety. We also talk making the most of your lunchbreak, and Mike explains why you need a £165 bar bag…

Thu, Jan 20, 2022 16:35
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Cyclist accused of punching delivery driver who “cut him up”

Driver was treated in hospital for a black eye and cut lip after alleged assault

Thu, Jan 20, 2022 15:54
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Manchester e-cargo bike hire will cost just £12 a day

Bikes from the Manchester and Salford E-Cargo Bike Library will be available from the start of February

Thu, Jan 20, 2022 14:15
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TV surgeon and cyclist killed after collision with motorist in Essex

Niall Kirkpatrick, one of the world’s leading plastic surgeons, was known for his appearances on Channel 5’s Botched Up Bodies

Thu, Jan 20, 2022 13:31
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I’m not cycling’s Novak Djokovic: Greg Van Avermaet defends plan to delay Covid-19 booster

The AG2R Citroën rider blamed the vaccinations for his poor form in the second half of 2021

Thu, Jan 20, 2022 12:02
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Canyon launches all-new Endurace CF and updates AL model

Starting at £1,399 for the aluminium model and £1,949 for the carbon version, Canyon’s endurance road bike comes with a new “stiffer, more precise fork” while staying affordable

Thu, Jan 20, 2022 10:00
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