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Muc-Off making sanitisers and donating anti-bac products to NHS; Piers Morgan slams “moron cyclist”; Bardet against lockdown exception for pros; Paris outdoor exercise ban; Ineos hosting Zwift ride on Sunday; Froome joins Tik Tok + 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 08, 2020 08:26

Rose reveal updated Backroad gravel bike

There's a re-designed geometry, front-end integration and more mounting options.

Wed, Apr 08, 2020 07:43

Video: MP calls on cycling minister to implement temporary segregated cycle lanes – but is told government not actively encouraging them

Ruth Cadbury also asks Chris Heaton-Harris to support key workers riding to work

Tue, Apr 07, 2020 16:23

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Giant launch 2021 TCR Advanced – the “fastest TCR ever”

New bikes are lighter, stiffer, and more aero than key rivals, according to Giant – range also includes new wheels and saddles too

Tue, Apr 07, 2020 15:59

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First Ride Review: Giant TCR Advanced SL 0 Disc

A lightweight and stiff race bike that's now been given the aero treatment

Tue, Apr 07, 2020 15:59

Late July start for Tour de France according to latest reports

Organisers ASO tight-lipped for now, but no logistics problem forecast if race is delayed

Tue, Apr 07, 2020 15:01

North Circular Road, lunchtime 7 April 2020 (copyright Simon MacMichael)

UK road traffic falls to lowest levels in 65 years due to lockdown

Traffic returns to levels last seen in 1955 – when there were more than seven times fewer licensed motor vehicles

Tue, Apr 07, 2020 11:49

Starting bid is £16,000 as Passoni auction Limited Edition bike for charity

The Italian brand aims to raise £20,000 to help fight Coronavirus in their home region of Lombardy

Tue, Apr 07, 2020 10:59

Canyon offer free shipping on all bikes and new 0% finance option

The German direct sales giant have now added a slightly different spin on the 0% finance option allowing you to choose how long you want to spread the cost over between two and six months

Tue, Apr 07, 2020 10:59

Boy, 5, given breath test in Taiwan after crashing bike into a Tesla; Lazer’s design-your-own lid comp; Straight Outta Brompton; Triathlete loses virtual race because husband tripped over trainer cable; Cyclist caught riding on M69 + more on the live blog

Tuesday's live blog is brought to you courtesy of Jack Sexty, with Simon MacMichael making some contributions later this evening

Tue, Apr 07, 2020 08:45

Where’s Cavvy? (copyright Simon MacMichael)

Times latest newspaper accused of trying to shame cyclists with dodgy telephoto pics

Thunderer joins Mail and Sun on media list of shame for misrepresenting cyclists social distancing

Mon, Apr 06, 2020 16:50

Strava launches NHS Active challenge and it raises £80k before it even starts

The challenge asks Strava users to give a fiver (or more) and get active for 12 days in a row

Mon, Apr 06, 2020 15:10

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Mark Cavendish reveals “dark” struggle with depression

Bahrain-McLaren sprinter says he is "on the other side" now after August 2018 diagnosis

Mon, Apr 06, 2020 13:39

Near Miss of the Day 394: Bendy bus driver gets close on quiet road

Our regular feature showing close passes from around the country - today it's Hertfordshire

Mon, Apr 06, 2020 10:44

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Ricky Gervais goes cycling, says stop “acting like t*wats” (no, not you); Zwift peaks at 35,000 users… but are pros spoiling the fun?; Motorbiking Zwifter goes viral; ‘Coolest car in cycling’ stolen; Kitchen CX with Frank Schleck +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 06, 2020 08:23

Cyclist inHyde Park (picture copyright Britishcycling.org_.uk)

Updated: Health secretary says no plans to ban cycling and other exercise – after suggesting earlier that it might be

Matt Hancock says "the current rules must be followed"

Sun, Apr 05, 2020 20:30

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Luke Rowe buys new bike for Cardiff doctor whose bike was stolen

Team Ineos star steps in after seeing intensive care medic's Twitter post

Sun, Apr 05, 2020 19:24

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Oldest Tour of Flanders winner Andrei Tchmil reveals he has been operated on for cancer

Former Lotto rider who was 37 when he won race 20 years ago had surgery in Italian city of Brescia

Sun, Apr 05, 2020 16:42

Full Kit Ranker quarter finals: your chance to vote for the greatest cycling jersey of all time

Some absolute classics were knocked out of our initial 16-jersey shortlist... which four will make it through to the semi-finals? Be sure to cast your votes so your fave has the best possible chance of winning!

Sun, Apr 05, 2020 15:32

Some of cycling’s top stars to ride Tour of Flanders – Lockdown Edition this afternoon

There's also a bizarre Officially Unbelievable Ronde Van Vlaanderen tokeep you entertained,.featuring legends of the sport

Sun, Apr 05, 2020 13:17

Virtual Race Across America to take place in custom Zwift environment

Riders will have a 12-day time limit to ride 3,000 miles on a turbo trainer

Sat, Apr 04, 2020 15:53

Mail accused of distorting truth in “MAMIL madness” Regents Park cyclists story

Newspaper claims Regent’s Park cyclists are ignoring Government advice and riding in groups

Sat, Apr 04, 2020 13:49

CCC Team slashes rider wages and suspends support staff contracts in battle to survive

With no racing on the horizon, title sponsors are looking to pull out

Sat, Apr 04, 2020 11:56

Zwift adds second daily guest world due to congestion

Also announces the return of the Zwift Classics

Sat, Apr 04, 2020 10:21

2,000+ sign petition accusing Vélo Birmingham & Midlands owners of “profiteering” by not offering refunds for cancellation

Anger at lack of refunds for cancelled sportive, and only partial refund for sister event Vélo Essex

Fri, Apr 03, 2020 17:25