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Near Miss of the Day 353: Driver fined for pinch point close pass

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

Sun, Jan 12, 2020 13:53

New app will crowdsource data about bad drivers from cyclists

Data from users in Washington DC is redirected to city transportation departments

Sat, Jan 11, 2020 16:38

Police tape (CC licensed by freefotouk on Flickr)

“You think police would take a hit and run quite seriously” says disappointed Bristol cyclist who caught collision on camera

Police say six-month statute of limitations expired “because of the time taken to make appropriate and necessary checks”

Sat, Jan 11, 2020 15:27

Deceunick – Quick-Step carbon neutral campaign

Deceuninck – Quick-Step aiming to become first carbon neutral professional cycling team

“Cycling has a unique relationship with the environment in that it is our stadium and, like any stadium, it needs to be cared for and looked after”

Sat, Jan 11, 2020 13:27

Rapha to close two ‘archive stores’ as firm reverts to direct to consumer model

Outlet stores in Kilver Court and Bicester Village will close this year

Sat, Jan 11, 2020 12:17

chris froome training camp 2020 – via Chris Froome on twitter.PNG

Live blog: Chris Froome shares photo from training camp; Someone is trying to sell this ‘bike stand’ on Facebook Marketplace; Derry judge says some roundabouts “too big and complicated” to man who hit cyclist; Gino D’Acampo rides Bianchi e-road bike +more

All today's news from the site and beyond...

Fri, Jan 10, 2020 22:55

Over 10,000 cyclists used Tyne Tunnels in first two months after they reopened

Tunnels were used by 20,000 people a day in their heyday

Fri, Jan 10, 2020 16:39

Campaigners say close passes are ‘frequent’ after bus driver is banned for nearly crushing cyclist against wall during overtake

When he couldn’t see the cyclist in his mirror, he presumed he was behind him

Fri, Jan 10, 2020 15:22

#MyCyclingWeekend with Decthlon – Thermal socks to be won

Bag a pair of B'Twin winter socks

Fri, Jan 10, 2020 14:58

Lincoln Grand Prix organiser says Brexit to blame if event doesn’t go ahead this year

With several races struggling, British Cycling has appointed Erick Rowsell to help develop a sustainable domestic road racing calendar

Fri, Jan 10, 2020 14:25

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

HGV driver who killed cyclist denies charges after telling police he believed he had left enough room to pass

Richard Merris hit two cyclists from behind in 2018

Fri, Jan 10, 2020 12:02

Near Miss of the Day 352: Driver swerves round cyclist waiting to turn right, another hits bollard while overtaking rider at pedestrian island

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

Thu, Jan 09, 2020 20:38

Live blog: “Selfish” cyclist ‘holds up’ truck driver; Bike clamping in London Bridge City; Crap bike lanes; Watch a handcycling LEJOG world record attempt documentary; a near miss for a pro + more

All the cycling news from this site and beyond...

Thu, Jan 09, 2020 18:37

8 cycling gadgets from the CES tech show 2020

Some of these products look really cool, others are just waaaay out there.

Thu, Jan 09, 2020 18:29

Lithium-sulfur batteries could lead to a fivefold increase in your e-bike’s battery life

A team of scientists claim that they've created a battery that offers five times more energy than a lithium-ion battery, and they've also cracked how to increase its lifespan

Thu, Jan 09, 2020 17:26

Kangaroo sign, Tour Down Under 2015 (picture credit Regallo)

Tour Down Under will help boost Adelaide Hills bush fire recovery, says mayor

South Australia region hit by natural disaster emphasises it’s “open for business” ahead of WorldTour opener

Thu, Jan 09, 2020 17:09

Evans Cycles branch in Chiswick, now closed

Evans Cycles branch closures fewer than expected at time of Sports Direct takeover

Sports Direct owner Mike Ashley had warned half of Evans' stores would have to close when he bought it in October 2018

Thu, Jan 09, 2020 12:18

Hunt launches Carbon Aerodynamicist rim brake wheel range

British brand offers aero carbon hoops in three different rim depths

Thu, Jan 09, 2020 09:00

Three weird and wonderful (?) things from CES; GFNY sponsor pulls out after Alejandro Valverde ad refused; Bjarne Riis named NTT manager (and part-owner); Durbridge beats world champ Dennis to Aussie TT title _ more on the live blog

All today's news from the site and beyond...

Wed, Jan 08, 2020 21:55

Near Miss of the Day 351: Electric cab driver makes very close pass

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

Wed, Jan 08, 2020 20:51

Evans Cycles, Manchester (CC BY 2.0 Smabs Sputzer:Flickr)

Make Evans Great Again: Evans Cycles investigating “re-purposed” Instagram account (plus exclusive Q+A)

Retailer believes lone wolf ex-employee is behind recent posts - but road.cc has been told otherwise by person involved, who gave us more details in an exclusive interview

Wed, Jan 08, 2020 20:50

Taxi and Cyclist copyright Simon MacMichael.jpg

Danger deters one in three Britons from riding bikes, according to new survey

Latest research reinforces perception of road danger as top reason people don’t ride

Wed, Jan 08, 2020 19:39

‘World’s first hydrofoil e-bike’ the Manta5 appears at the CES Show 2020

After years of fine-tuning, Manta5's bike that can ride on water is in production and is being showcased at the CES Show this week

Wed, Jan 08, 2020 16:45

Ban on cars could treble levels of cycling in York, say campaigners (+ video)

York Cycle Campaign points to success of Ghent on getting more people in saddle by restricting motor traffic

Wed, Jan 08, 2020 13:28

Bryton Rider 420E GPS computer – mounted 2

Five cool things coming soon from Bryton, Proviz, Lezyne, Muc-Off and Bioracer

Some more of the best bits we're testing at the moment, with full reviews coming soon...

Tue, Jan 07, 2020 18:56