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Cycling UK accuse police of “victim shaming” for urging cyclists to avoid Taff Trail at night

Force denies accusation and emphasises that it has ‘stepped up patrols’

Fri, Feb 28, 2020 15:02

#MyCyclingWeekend with Decathlon – Not another storm…

Storm Jorge is set to bring more terrible weather

Fri, Feb 28, 2020 14:43

Ford’s come up with these anti-dooring wing mirrors – what do you make of them?

Engineers currently working on system that would prevent car doors from being fully opened when cyclists are passing

Fri, Feb 28, 2020 13:28

Khan triples cycle tracks, calls cycling a social justice issue

London mayor tells road.cc cycling is a social justice issue, criticises 'bad councils' and calls on Londoners to lobby politicians

Fri, Feb 28, 2020 12:27

Garmin introduces repair option following complaints from Tacx Neo smart trainer owners

Customer was only offered discount on a new product after software download broke his

Fri, Feb 28, 2020 11:09

Lidl to sell waterproof bikepacking bags for gravel and adventure bikes in March

Range of three bags to cost less than a tenner each

Fri, Feb 28, 2020 09:13

Wiggins’ motorhome on sale for £50k… but sold for £47k at auction in 2017; Ganna breaks pursuit WR; ‘Confirmed’ UAE Tour coronavirus cases… not confirmed; Cycle scheme halts Sophos sale; Pothole gets birthday cake + candles + more on the live blog

Jack Sexty is blogging you into the weekend, with occasional contributions from other members of the road.cc team

Fri, Feb 28, 2020 09:08

Coronavirus: Final stages of Tour of UAE cancelled as two Italian team workers test positive for COVID-19

Riders and team staff including Chris Froome being tested in their hotels for the virus

Thu, Feb 27, 2020 23:45

Sainsbury’s lorry driver jailed for killing Berkshire cyclist

Stephen Gibbons was killed as he rode to work near Bracknell in August 2018

Thu, Feb 27, 2020 16:26

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Fizik’s 3D printed saddle is now available for £370

If you've been waiting for this wonder saddle, it's now available

Thu, Feb 27, 2020 15:43

Richard Carapaz with the Giro d’Italia trophy in Verona (picture RCS Sport, LaPresse)

UCI monitoring coronavirus outbreak amid concerns whether Giro d’Italia can go ahead

Governing body says it is working with race organisers and public health bodies

Thu, Feb 27, 2020 14:40

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E-bike rider on trial for causing death by careless driving in landmark case

Thomas Hanlon's bike didn't comply with rules meaning it should be classified as motorcycle, jury told

Thu, Feb 27, 2020 11:50

Shimano Dura-Ace R9200 coming soon? Wireless? 12-speed? New freehub standard?

Is this the year when we finally see 12-speed Dura-Ace? And what about wireless

Thu, Feb 27, 2020 11:32

Video – “Rentacop” armed NYC security guard wrestles cyclist to ground; Paris-Brest-Paris rider posts terrific ABC guide to event; Danish men smash team pursuit world record again; Top Candid Camera bike prank + more on live blog

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

Thu, Feb 27, 2020 08:56

“Mob-like” teen cyclists get visit from police and council officers

Youths branded as "intimidating" - but often, bikes keep them away from gangs and crime

Wed, Feb 26, 2020 19:39

Near Miss of the Day 381: Overtaking van driver almost hits cyclist head-on

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

Wed, Feb 26, 2020 15:14

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Research finds councils spend average of £2 per person per year on cycling infrastructure

Academics from Nottingham Trent University crucnhed numbers from 25 unitary authorities across England

Wed, Feb 26, 2020 14:36

Vitus goes big on electronic shifting in 2020 road bike range

Expanded line-up includes SRAM AXS wireless shifting options for the first time

Wed, Feb 26, 2020 12:44

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Group of 10 cyclists assaulted and robbed by gang of youths in Reading

Seven arrests made following incident on Sunday evening; police appeal for information

Wed, Feb 26, 2020 12:08

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UPDATED: Rose Reveal endurance bike revealed – with 900g frame and 1.5in non-tapered head tube

New Reveal endurance bike packs in the tech details and comes with rim or disc brakes

Wed, Feb 26, 2020 09:43

11-year-old has ridden bike to school every day for 6 years; Promising U23 pro’s statement on quitting; Team car runs over bottle + sprays rider; Aus bike lane ripped up for ‘causing congestion’; Driver says cyclist was doing 60mph + more on the live blog

Wednesday's live blog is served to you by Jack Sexty this morning and through the afternoon, with Simon MacMichael rustling up your evening course later on

Wed, Feb 26, 2020 09:04

Armed Bristol motorbike muggers strike again – but this time the cyclist got away

E-bike rider managed to escape in incident similar to recent knifepoint robbery in which £5,500 bike was taken

Tue, Feb 25, 2020 17:18

Specialized launches the new Recon gravel shoe range

Brand new gravel and XC shoes specifically designed for mud

Tue, Feb 25, 2020 17:03

Blow to British Cycling as it confirms HSBC UK to end sponsorship four years early

Bank with "Together we thrive" corporate slogan invokes break clause as governing body starts search for new backing

Tue, Feb 25, 2020 13:14

(Not so) Near Miss of the Day 380: Driver deliberately clips cyclist (includes swearing)

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

Tue, Feb 25, 2020 11:12