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Painted cycle lanes result in closer passes by motorists finds study

Presented with a clear lane ahead, motorists use it

Fri, Apr 12, 2019 14:44

Vielo launch R+1 dedicated 1x aero road bike designed for 30mm tyres

New road bike is 1x only and designed around 30mm tyres

Fri, Apr 12, 2019 14:40

Live blog: Leave vs Remain Poll – Paris-Roubaix special; Police ploy to tackle bike theft in Hull… a gold bike; Police wanted to counter Lord Winston’s This Morning nonsense but didn’t get chance; Costs & benefits of driving and cycling +more

All the cycling news from this site and beyond…

Fri, Apr 12, 2019 14:37

School cycling competition cancelled after thieves steal 30 Chris Hoy bikes

Kids who can’t afford bikes often stayed behind after school to use the equipment

Fri, Apr 12, 2019 14:09

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Ritchey celebrates 25th year of Swiss Cross with modern bike

Limited edition bike with discs and room for 40mm tyres

Fri, Apr 12, 2019 13:32

National survey reveals decline in cycling for leisure, sport and travel

Active Lives survey aims to provide snapshot of the nation’s sport and physical activity habits

Fri, Apr 12, 2019 12:28

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John Else – 50 years a cycling coach

John was recently awarded Lifetime Fellowship of the Association of British Cycling Coaches

Fri, Apr 12, 2019 10:57

SRAM buys PowerTap – P2 pedal and G3 hub power meter acquired by SRAM

PowerTap bought by SRAM

Fri, Apr 12, 2019 06:39

Live blog: Bar wars! Energy bar brawl; Hammersmith Bridge closed ‘indefinitely’ to motorists… which is great for cyclists; Wahoo Elemnt Bolt in ltd edition colours; Phew! Extra loos for Yorkshire Worlds after 2014 Grand Départ ‘mix-up’ + more

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Thu, Apr 11, 2019 17:24

Video: Van driver pulls out into cyclist – “No requirement to report” says police website

“Sorry mate, I didn’t see you”

Thu, Apr 11, 2019 16:18

EAV launch the Project 1 four-wheeled e-cargo bike for last mile deliveries

The Project 1, which pedals much like a standard two-wheeler, can carry up to 150kg and has already been taken up by delivery firm DPD in an effort to reduce urban pollution

Thu, Apr 11, 2019 15:52

e*thirteen XCX drivetrain launched for gravel and XC bikes

With claimed lightest production cranks

Thu, Apr 11, 2019 14:42

12-month ban for pensioner who didn’t see cyclist she killed until he was on her bonnet

Judge said the offence resulted from “a second or two moments’ inattention from a lady with an impeccable driving record”

Thu, Apr 11, 2019 14:39

RideLondon has provided £3.3m for recreational facilities in Surrey

Grants are awarded to recreational projects in areas where London Marathon Events Ltd organises events

Thu, Apr 11, 2019 13:29

Pinarello Dogma FS offers electronic full suspension to “absorb 42% of vibrations”

Pinarello launches electronic full suspension road bike for Paris-Roubaix

Thu, Apr 11, 2019 12:11

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Martin Lewis polls Twitter over Lord Winston’s call for cyclists to be licensed and insured – and is surprised by the replies

Money Saving Expert guy says last time he got a similar reaction was from cabbies when he ran a poll about Uber

Thu, Apr 11, 2019 07:30

Brompton launch the affordable B75, with a £30 a month finance option available

Named after the year they launched, the B75 has a simple spec and is more affordable than other models at just £745. It can also be bought on a £30 a month finance deal

Thu, Apr 11, 2019 07:23

Specialized Roubaix 2020 First Look: Everything you need to know about the new endurance bike

Smoother is faster is the motto for the latest version of Specialized’s iconic endurance bike launched this week on the even more iconic cobbles of Roubaix

Wed, Apr 10, 2019 22:10

Contraflow cycle lane (copyright Simon MacMichael)

Live blog: Painted cycle lanes may make roads more dangerous for riders, says study, MP to tale on Fred Whitton Challenge; Victor Campenaerts discusses gearing for hour attempt; Cecilie Uttrup Ludwig post-Flanders interview in Danish +more

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

Wed, Apr 10, 2019 19:27

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Video: Cyclist grabs tow from lorry on dual carriageway

Footage was shot in Wolverhampton earlier this week

Wed, Apr 10, 2019 18:36

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Chris Froome says he had issues trusting Bradley Wiggins at 2012 Tour de France

Team Sky star says experience of 2011 Vuelta helped shape his view

Wed, Apr 10, 2019 16:34

Folding bike brand Gocycle become the first UK company to pay employees for commuting to work by e-bike

UK employers should incentivise staff who get to work by electric or non-electric cycles, rather than driving, while urging government to help businesses do so, the ebike company Gocycle said today

Wed, Apr 10, 2019 10:46

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Lightweight team up with CeramicSpeed for new special edition wheels and oversized pulley system

They might just be the most expensive wheels we've ever come across, at 5,399 and 6,399 euros respectively for the Meilenstein and Meilenstein Obermayer wheelsets with an OSPW system included...

Tue, Apr 09, 2019 16:25

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Live blog: 6,000 sign Brum velodrome petition, F1’s Rosberg interview Froome, Brum A34 cycle route opens, Bibby’s bike nicked + more

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

Tue, Apr 09, 2019 16:16

Saracen’s new Levarg gravel bike range looks like a lot of fun for your money

Alloy framed bikes start at just over a grand, plus there's one with bounce

Tue, Apr 09, 2019 16:14