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Cycling UK prepares for legal challenge against “knee jerk” removal of cycle lanes

‘Who shouts loudest’ should not be basis of evaluation says charity

Fri, Dec 11, 2020 14:04

Highland Perthshire Cycling secures investment for the Gravel Trails Project

Update - Report shows resounding success of the Gravel Trails Project

Fri, Dec 11, 2020 13:55

Five cyclists killed and four injured after truck driver hits group ride in Nevada

Retirement ride accompanied by ‘safety car’ was hit from behind

Fri, Dec 11, 2020 11:17

Have you been saying ‘Tao Geoghegan Hart’ wrong?; Friday funny: Watt saving aero winter gloves; Pantani’s Tour de France bike auctions for €66k; Kids riding bikes to school fill the cycle lane; Dangerous pass on the school run + more on the live blog

It's Friday and Dan Alexander will be taking you through to the weekend on the live blog

Fri, Dec 11, 2020 09:09

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Tailfin increases versatility with modularly designed Cargo Cage

Two sizes are available, and it comes with a load chip that can be added and removed to boost its range of uses

Fri, Dec 11, 2020 09:00

Hammersmith Bridge on evening of full closure

“National disaster” may have been averted by closing Hammersmith Bridge in August says council as government urges reopening it to cyclists and pedestrians

Minister accuses Hammersmith & Fulham of overreacting to safety concerns as row over Thames crossing rumbles on

Thu, Dec 10, 2020 19:31

#TDF2020 – Stage 13 – Romain Bardet crash

UCI publishes new concussion protocol as other sports face lawsuits from retired athletes

Governing body acts as brain injury charity warns that “cycling is lagging miles behind other sports”

Thu, Dec 10, 2020 15:34

Merida launches 2021 road e-bike range

Range comprises the eSCULTURA, eSPEEDER and eSILEX

Thu, Dec 10, 2020 13:37

UK port delays hit Brompton production as parts for its bikes get held up or cancelled

Folding bike firm warns that “implications are huge” as supply chain problems mount up for British businesses and end of Brexit transition looms

Thu, Dec 10, 2020 13:10

Parcours Alta gravel wheelset now offered in a 650b option

The 1,360g build promises to “liven up your next gravel adventure” with its increased versatility

Thu, Dec 10, 2020 10:59

‘The world’s most comfortable bike seat cushion’ hits Kickstarter; Tao’s route: Giro winner has London cycleway named after him; Bora-Hansgrohe sign ‘new Roglič’; 47m bike breaks Guinness World Record; Still pro aged 50 + more on the live blog

It's Thursday and Dan Alexander is in the hot seat for all your live blog needs

Thu, Dec 10, 2020 09:11

EU anti-dumping rules on cheap Chinese bikes to stay post-Brexit after government U-turn

Bicycle Association welcomes “certainty” given by continuing EU measures aimed at preventing market being flooded with cheap imports

Wed, Dec 09, 2020 20:39

Marble Arch cycle lane (copyright Simon MacMichael)

Cycling UK accuse Fair Fuel UK of running ‘how much do you hate cycling’ survey

Charity says 'rigged' poll contains 'leading questions' on cycle lanes and low traffic neighbourhoods

Wed, Dec 09, 2020 17:01

Gore brings to its products ‘wash and care awareness’ in new sustainability drive

Benefitting both consumers and the environment, the brand has issued a reminder that better care will increase the lifetime of product performance

Wed, Dec 09, 2020 13:09

Cyclist killed after brakes on e-bike failed on notorious North Yorkshire descent, inquest hears

Craig Barnhart, the third cyclist in six years to die at Dibbles Bridge, had planned to have his disc brakes serviced after lockdown

Wed, Dec 09, 2020 13:03

Halo launches new gravel tyre line for 2021 – Three new road, gravel and adventure tyres.

New tyre range covers all drop-bar bases

Wed, Dec 09, 2020 12:31

Cyclist leaves homemade parking tickets on cars in the bike lane…gets told to f*&! off; Rower wins men’s cycling esports champs; Kid drops roadies on steep climb; Doctor responds to councillor; Cyclist survives 100ft fall + 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, Dec 09, 2020 09:09

Amazon e-cargo bike (picture credit Amazon)

City of London set to replace car park spaces with last-mile cargo bike delivery hub

Amazon Logistics chosen to operate first hub which will remove 85 vans a day from Square Mile's streets

Tue, Dec 08, 2020 17:45

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The Shift Smart Trainer, that allows Peloton owners to use Zwift, launches on Kickstarter

Costing £199, the creators of this smart device claim it will provide the flexibility to move seamlessly between Peloton classes and the virtual roads of Zwift

Tue, Dec 08, 2020 16:50

UK bike sales up 60 per cent from March to October – and growth would have been higher still but for supply issues says trade body

Bicycle Association says e-bikes accounted for one pound in every five spent on cycling, with year on year sales more than doubling

Tue, Dec 08, 2020 14:48

Judge commends cyclist for his bravery in clinging onto car door to stop drunk driver

Fabio Veracruz sustained minor injuries after motorist Martin Davis crashed into a post

Tue, Dec 08, 2020 12:37

Team Ineos boss Jim Ratcliffe scraps plan to build Grenadier car in the UK; Everesting just got 86cm harder; MailOnline brags that cars have reclaimed Kensington High Street; So near yet sofa-r; Cops find rare Colnago Ferrari + more on the live blog

It's Tuesday and Dan Alexander is in the saddle for another day on the live blog

Tue, Dec 08, 2020 09:14

Kensington High Street protest (copyright Simon MacMichael)

Nigel Farage’s Reform UK party to target pro-cycling councils in next year’s local elections

Cycleways and low traffic neighbourhoods to become battleground for votes next May, with Tory candidate for London Mayor also pledging to halt active travel initiatives

Mon, Dec 07, 2020 17:45

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Five cool things coming soon from Specialized, Fizik, SKS, Lusso and La Passione

Another fine selection of bikes, gear and clothing that we're testing at the moment, with full reviews coming soon...

Mon, Dec 07, 2020 16:30

Rondo increases versatility of Ruut gravel range with 2x models

The Ruut off-road adventurer, the CF2, and the road to gravel all-rounder, the AL1, now have a greater gear selection to complement the adjustable fork design.

Mon, Dec 07, 2020 16:10