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“An everyday occurrence”: Driver pulls out on cyclist in very relatable clip; DIY cycle lane pops up after council removes segregated infra; G’s Cycling Trust; BathLive readers LOVE active travel; Alt Tour film; Strange kit release + more on the live blog

It's Tuesday live blog time! Dan Alexander is the man behind the keyboard for today's action

Tue, Oct 26, 2021 08:04

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Canyon Sram in TTT at 2017 World Road Championships

Singapore to ban cyclists from riding in groups longer than 5 bike lengths

New law follows report containing a number of recommendations designed “to enhance road safety”

Mon, Oct 25, 2021 16:40

UK e-bike retailers hit by port delays and parts shortages

“The shipping time used to take about five weeks but it’s three months from the factory to our warehouse at the moment”

Mon, Oct 25, 2021 15:58

Five cool things coming soon from Wilier, Camelbak, Topeak, Effetto and Pactimo

Here's a selection of some of the coolest stuff we're testing at the moment. Full reviews are on the way, but here are some previews for the time being...

Mon, Oct 25, 2021 15:30

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What are your options when you can’t find the bike component you’re looking for?

Bike shops are running short of some parts and accessories; here's what you can do...

Mon, Oct 25, 2021 14:05

Near Miss of the Day 647: Driver squeezes cyclist into kerb

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

Mon, Oct 25, 2021 13:01

Cyclist in Alaska survives being charged and mauled by brown bear

Victim kicked out at animal during attack thought to have been sparked by bike’s motion

Mon, Oct 25, 2021 12:03

The Magicshine Monteer competition is now closed and a winner has been chosen

The Magicshine competition is now closed and a winner has been chosen

Mon, Oct 25, 2021 11:14

Scam alert! Shimano issues warning saying that ‘shimano-clearance.store’ is a fake site

SPD-SL and SPD pedals are being 'sold' at highly discounted rates on the website, with Shimano itself quickly warning potential buyers that the site isn't genuine

Mon, Oct 25, 2021 11:06

Insulate Britain confirms protesters sat in major London bike lane to stop motorists using it; Cav calls fan with Manx Missile tattoo; What does it take to be a pro?; Marginal pains; Belgian beef; Follow the sign; Pic of the week + more on the live blog

Hope everyone had a nice weekend...it's time for another week of live blog action, starting with Dan Alexander in the hotseat

Mon, Oct 25, 2021 07:58

As you’d expect, the Whippet is one of the lighter e-bikes around

13.9kg urban bike the latest creation from Revolutionworks who came up with the Revos e-bike conversion kit

Mon, Oct 25, 2021 07:37

Cycle to work to reduce coronavirus risk, says Government adviser

'The sooner we all act, the sooner we can get this transmission rate down, and the greater the prospect of having a Christmas with our families'

Sun, Oct 24, 2021 14:38

Paris to become ‘100 per cent cycling city’ within next four years

Plan Velo: Act 2 will boost secure cycle parking in the city, provide funding to maintain cycle paths, and encourage more children to ride

Sun, Oct 24, 2021 13:01

Cyclist taken to hospital after collision with police car responding to emergency

The 27-year-old cyclist suffered only minor injuries...

Sun, Oct 24, 2021 10:58

Police tape (CC licensed by freefotouk on Flickr)

Cyclist killed after crash on ‘inadequately marked crossing’

A coroner said the markings on the crossing gave 'no warning of the approaching danger'...

Sat, Oct 23, 2021 15:59

RGT Cycling to give out NFTs as prizes to virtual race winners

The indoor cycling platform revealed it would be giving controversial NFTs to race winners...

Sat, Oct 23, 2021 13:35

Wiggle launch pop up cafe where customers pay with ‘miles travelled’

The cafe will be open to the public from 8am-3pm on Wednesday 3rd November..

Sat, Oct 23, 2021 11:53

Parents of cyclist killed on charity ride told to remove ‘distracting’ roadside tribute

“Safety is always of paramount importance, so we had no option but to ask the family to remove the memorial so it can be placed elsewhere"

Sat, Oct 23, 2021 09:33

Bike ride based chat show coming to Channel 4

"Now it's time for quite out-of-shape people getting lost as they pedal towards a beautiful landmark that’s supposed to be just over there."

Sat, Oct 23, 2021 08:57

Aussie police hunt ‘poo cyclist’ who took a dump in Melbourne driveway (+ video)

She took the expression ‘Leaving it all out on the road’ a bit too literally

Fri, Oct 22, 2021 16:24

Michael Broadwith on Edinburgh to London ride

Michael Broadwith breaks Edinburgh to London record in very close-run effort

“Incredible” support hailed as ultracyclist beats Pete Wells’ 1989 time by a little over 5 minutes

Fri, Oct 22, 2021 14:26

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“The justice system has let my beloved Lorraine down,” says widower after speeding driver who killed his wife given suspended sentence

“Why does society in general think that speeding is a low-level crime?” asks Chris Barrow as motorist who caused his wife’s death is sentenced

Fri, Oct 22, 2021 11:24

Autoglass repair, Autoglass disgrace: why cyclists don’t use cycle lanes; Max Stedman goes Everesting; Walmart sponsors CX worlds; Slippery cyclists; Wicker baskets beat bar bags; Jeremy Vine talks LTNs; Pog transfer rumour + more on the live blog

Happy Friday! You can almost smell the weekend...Dan Alexander will be bringing it home with the final live blog of the week

Fri, Oct 22, 2021 07:27

Near Miss of the Day 646: Cyclist wonders whether police force “just supports aggressive and inconsiderate driving”

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

Thu, Oct 21, 2021 18:09

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Road pricing “inevitable,” MPs are told as switch to electric vehicles hits tax revenues

Transport Select Committee urged to recommend development and trial of how to get drivers to pay for their journeys

Thu, Oct 21, 2021 15:15