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“This is not who we are”: locals scrubbed ‘Covidiot’ graffiti off Somerset road; New London Bike Show dates; Italy + Spain lifting exercise restrictions; ‘LaserTour’ Zwift precursor cost $20k; New La Passione jerseys + more on the live blog

Welcome to Monday's live blog. Jack Sexty is your blogger-in-chief today, with Simon MacMichael taking over later this evening.

Mon, Apr 27, 2020 08:33

Cyclist spotted on M25 motorway on Surrey – the second one seen there during lockdown

“He kind of looked surprised and pulled off on to the hard shoulder”

Sun, Apr 26, 2020 17:40

Police tape (CC licensed by freefotouk on Flickr)

Cyclist suffers broken pelvis in ‘deliberate’ hit and run assault

Northumbria Police appeal for information regarding incident in Gateshead last Sunday

Sun, Apr 26, 2020 16:25

broken-bike (CC BY 2.) by Garry McKnight on Flickr)

15 cyclists killed on UK roads in first month of lockdown – here’s what we know so far

Two incidents appear not to have involved another vehicle; arrests made in three cases but investigations continue

Sun, Apr 26, 2020 13:51

‘If you want streets that allow social distancing, tell your council’ – Cycling UK

With more space needed for walking and cycling for the foreseeable future, online tool will help you get in touch

Sat, Apr 25, 2020 15:33

Evans Cycles workshop – via Evans Cycles

There’s an urgent need for bike builders – could you help?

There are currently around 20,000 bicycles awaiting delivery and building for UK customers

Sat, Apr 25, 2020 14:26

Hour record holder asks for doping test – but is told he can’t have one

Victor Campenaerts wanted to talk up current testing regime

Sat, Apr 25, 2020 12:49

Pierre Latour dematerialises while leading Virtual Tour de Suisse

“I told myself that I was going to leave like a moron”

Sat, Apr 25, 2020 11:04

road.cc Quiz Corner – What do these Giro d’Italia words and phrases mean?

Test your cycling knowledge is today's quiz

Fri, Apr 24, 2020 15:21

Cycle thefts down by 25% during COVID-19 lockdown

Early figures show drop in cycle thefts, with 78% reduction across transport network alone - but new cyclists warned to protect bikes

Fri, Apr 24, 2020 15:05

Welsh Government says you can only cycle within walking distance of home

Updated guidance on exercise during lockdown issued

Fri, Apr 24, 2020 14:36

Cyclist deaths double during lockdown – at twice the average for the time of year

Short -term anomaly or longer-term trend due to changes in our lives, travel habits and more speeding drivers on the roads? It's too soon to say, but worth reflecting upon

Fri, Apr 24, 2020 12:05

Muc-Off Launches range of antibacterial sanitisers & cleaners

Anit-bac spray, gel and other cleaners on sale now

Fri, Apr 24, 2020 10:22

rubbish trainer set up 4 – via twitter.PNG

Cyclist in Italy knocked off bike, gets fined in A&E for breaking lockdown; Riders celebrate rubbish home trainer set-ups; Backlash vs lockdown op piece; Hoy accused of making ‘unnecessary journey’… on Zwift; Van Avermaet’s Virtual NMOTD + more

Friday's live blog is brought to you by Jack Sexty, with the odd contribution from the rest of the team.

Fri, Apr 24, 2020 08:41

As UK bike sales boom… Maybe bicycles REALLY ARE “the new toilet paper”

Demand at pre-Christmas levels in some places - but just remember, like the Andrex puppy, a bike is for life

Thu, Apr 23, 2020 17:23

Chinese bike share firm Hellobike update tech to help riders maintain social distancing

Hellobike's new shared e-bike model has built-in smart voice navigation, which can help users maintain social distancing while the country emerges from its strict lockdown

Thu, Apr 23, 2020 16:19

Near Miss of the Day 400: Aggressive drivers in the North Downs

Our regular series featuring close passes from around the country - today it's Kent and Surrey

Thu, Apr 23, 2020 11:19

Nominations wanted: 13 bikes for “incredible individuals” helping others during pandemic from Cyclescheme and partner brands

We're close to finalising our incredible 13, but are still looking for you to nominate your heroes so they have the chance to win one of two handsome Marin Lombard bikes!

Thu, Apr 23, 2020 10:54

SCAM ALERT – This Lotus Sport 110 TT bike isn’t all that it seems

Safe to say we fell for this one...

Thu, Apr 23, 2020 10:19

Mudhugger release the Gravelhugger – new front and rear gravel bike specific mudguards

MTB brand launch gravel bike specific mudguards

Thu, Apr 23, 2020 10:01

Turbo Trainer Thursdays for the NHS; ‘The worst drivers are now back on our roads’ says Jeremy Vine; Rescheduled Tour de France already in doubt; Cycling providing people with vital mental break; Bicycle Traffic degree offered by German unis + more

Today's live blog with Alex Bowden (daytime) and Simon MacMichael (evening)

Thu, Apr 23, 2020 08:09

Rapha adds new Lightweight Jersey to its Core range

The new Lightweight Core jersey is £60 and features lighter fabrics for better warm-weather performance

Thu, Apr 23, 2020 07:31

Wetherby wire on path (via West Yorkshire Police).PNG

Cyclist injured by wire stretched across West Yorkshire trail

Police appeal for information after incident near Wetherby on Monday

Wed, Apr 22, 2020 14:53

As bike sales surge Evans slammed for not telling customers about delays on ‘in stock’ bikes before they buy

Retailer says it can take up to 18 working days to deliver bikes ordered online - but customers say they weren't warned at checkout or at any point before

Wed, Apr 22, 2020 13:09

Rural groups say ‘Get orf our land’ for your exercise; Monster Zwift rides keeping Brailsford fit in lockdown; Bikes “the new toilet paper”; UCI signs up to save planet; Govt accused of “gaslighting” over car-free street claims; + more on the live blog

Welcome to Wednesday's live blog, with Jack Sexty in charge and Simon MacMichael adding some pearls of wisdom later this evening

Wed, Apr 22, 2020 08:49