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Scribe’s new wheels are “the fastest on the planet” (according to them); plus Unbound Gravel tech round-up and… is gravel ‘the new triathlon’?

Some very big claims about a new wheelset, plus loads more in Tech of the Week

Sat, May 31, 2025 11:00
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“It’s a cycle lane!” shouts angry cyclist forced onto road – thanks to new bike lane wands opening ceremony

“We couldn’t have agreed with him more,” the group behind the new tulip-shaped wands said

Fri, May 30, 2025 18:38
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Widower of pedestrian killed by cyclist supports ‘dangerous cycling’ life sentences – but says “waiting so long is an absolute disgrace” after slamming “horrifying” police treatment of fatal collision

Peter Walker has campaigned for cycling collisions to be treated as “proper highways accidents” since the death of his wife in Wiltshire, where a motorist was recently sentenced to ten months in prison for killing a cyclist

Fri, May 30, 2025 13:49
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Tour de France stage winner dies during 1,000km charity ride, as tributes paid to “popular figure loved by entire peloton”

Former Belgian champion Ludo Dierckxsens, described by Johan Museeuw as a “someone who always laughed”, collapsed after falling ill during a ride for Stand Up To Cancer on Thursday, aged 60

Fri, May 30, 2025 09:30
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The Sun publishes footage of cyclist being hit by driver on roundabout… and asks ‘who is in the wrong?’; Riled-up fans vs devout Lance Armstrong apologists; Djokovic says he “won’t repeat fun but dangerous” Arc de Triomphe ride + more on the live blog

To see out the end of a four-day work week, Adwitiya is back on the live blog (after ages) with the latest roundup of cycling news, views, and reactions

Fri, May 30, 2025 08:33
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“Every one of them stolen”: Lance Armstrong poses alongside Tour de France yellow jersey collection for non-alcoholic beer ad – after investing in AI toilet camera start-up (yes, really)

He just can’t help himself, can he?

Thu, May 29, 2025 17:45
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Cyclist fatalities on UK roads fall by 2% – and down a quarter compared to 2014 – but transport authorities warn “risk to people cycling remains the same”

The overall number of cyclist casualties also fell by three per cent in 2024, according to the Department for Transport’s latest road safety statistics

Thu, May 29, 2025 16:35
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Speeding motorist jailed for 10 months for killing cyclist claimed he couldn’t see hi-vis-wearing rider due to oncoming headlights – but police say “no excuse” for pensioner’s driving

Mary Emerson-Reed was killed while cycling home from a folk festival, after being struck from behind by Alan Morris, who was driving at 69mph in a 60mph zone

Thu, May 29, 2025 14:39
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Bike shop ram raiders arrested and charged after “effectively destroying” shopfront and stealing two e-bikes in “aggressive” break-in

The two bikes, which were fitted with hidden GPS trackers, were quickly located by police, but Uprise Bikes’ co-founder says the van attack caused “severe structural” damage, with repairs expected to cost tens of thousands of pounds

Thu, May 29, 2025 10:59
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Novak Djokovic cycles around Paris… and almost gets knocked off bike at Arc de Triomphe; Ayuso abandons Giro with bee sting; Bizarre ‘bike tip’ video; New Ventoux Strava QOM; Lime rides soar in dry weather; Weird cycling ads + more on the live blog

We'll have all the news worth knowing from the world of cycling this Thursday (plus plenty that's not too) as Dan Alexander takes the reins of our penultimate live blog of the week

Thu, May 29, 2025 08:01
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New Specialized Diverge leaked ahead of Unbound Gravel: more mounts, more aero and UDH look imminent for Specialized’s flagship adventure bike

Casually shared on Annika Langvad's Instagram stories was what appears to be an updated Diverge, with some subtle yet obvious changes vs the current iteration

Wed, May 28, 2025 17:17
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Near Miss of the Day 928: Tailgating Zipcar driver overtakes cyclist at pinch point before zebra crossing in “utterly pointless” manoeuvre

“All in all, some spectacularly bad, aggressive, and dangerous driving, that could easily have caused a serious incident”

Wed, May 28, 2025 15:11
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Cube launches three new road cycling shoes, including “everyday” model that’s apparently as light and stiff as £150 version

Cube also adds new flagship "pure performance" RD C:68X made from "same high-grade carbon used in top-tier frames" for £300

Wed, May 28, 2025 13:06
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“There’ll be lots of deals on Facebook Marketplace”: Shocking footage as dozens of cyclists crash in mass pile-up at amateur race branded “straight-up carnage”; New tiny S-Works the latest tech evolution?; Del Toro’s Giro comeback + more on the live blog

It’s Mortirolo day! And to celebrate, Ryan Mallon’s lined up a similar day of torment, suffering, and excruciating pain on the Wednesday live blog

Wed, May 28, 2025 08:45
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“They’re technically motorcycles”: Police continue crackdown on illegal ‘e-bikes’ causing “persistent” issues in city centres

Police in Leicester seize almost 200 vehicles, while Suffolk Police promises "zero tolerance" approach to bikes that don't meet legal e-bike standards

Tue, May 27, 2025 16:34
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dhb cycling kit is quietly revived by Evans Cycles… and it’s already ‘half price’

dhb returns with what appears to be new kit, a 'Don’t Hold Back' rebrand, and discounts already in place

Tue, May 27, 2025 16:30
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Campaigners will “fight to maximise conditions for cycling” once controversial tram route plans finalised, but warn against “huge speculation”

Debate over Edinburgh tram project continues as schoolchildren's 'save the bike path' signs vandalised, after council ordered removal of artwork due to "sensitivities" surrounding tram route plans

Tue, May 27, 2025 14:05
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It’s official – Canyon’s new Grail Rift Edition gets new DT Swiss and Canyon developed suspension fork

Heavily teased, rumoured and spy-shotted suspension fork-equipped gravel bike is now available to buy.

Tue, May 27, 2025 10:00
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Councils would be able to buy land for cycling routes without owners’ consent under MP’s new proposal

Liberal Democrat MP urges amendment to government Planning and Infrastructure bill to enable English councils to override landowners to implement active travel routes

Tue, May 27, 2025 09:36
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Should time trial helmets be banned in road races? Luke Rowe urges UCI to take action; Giro chaos: Roglič abandons, Carapaz attacks, Del Toro suffers; Jeremy Clarkson “amused” to hear BBC journalist’s “ridiculous” cargo bike stolen + more on the live blog

The bank holiday weekend is over, the Giro is about to explode in the mountains, and Ryan Mallon has dusted the cobwebs off the live blog keyboard for another action-packed day of cycling news, views, and silly videos

Tue, May 27, 2025 08:24
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Goodyear revitalises its Connector gravel tyre range to be 70g lighter, stronger and faster

Three new tread patterns and a new carcass promise lighter weight, more strength and more speed.

Tue, May 27, 2025 08:15
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No more smoke on the peloton? Cycling fan petitions government to ban sale of non-emergency flares, slamming “people choking cyclists with nasty polluting stuff”

“They are polluting, not environmentally friendly, and cyclists who are already on their limits have to inhale the toxic smoke they make,” the fan behind the petition said

Mon, May 26, 2025 20:34
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“There was a huge empty space on the pavement and a gaping hole in my life”: BBC journalist says world has “got smaller and slower” after thieves nicked cargo bike famous for cycle path news

Anna Holligan admits the “overwhelming” reaction to the theft has given her “a renewed sense of mission and purpose in my work”

Mon, May 26, 2025 18:59
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Mathieu van der Poel’s Tour de France in doubt after suffering broken wrist and ligament damage in double crash at mountain bike World Cup

Van der Poel’s Alpecin-Deceuninck team have confirmed the former world champion will not take part in an upcoming altitude training camp, while tests later this week will determine whether he will be able to race the Critérium du Dauphiné

Mon, May 26, 2025 14:53
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“Why are they ruining an outdoor space with bikes?” Restaurant owner threatens legal action after business “besieged” by hire bikes, claiming new parking bay “brings down atmosphere”

“Highways teams need to figure out spaces where the bikes can go without disrupting people – such as near traffic light crossings,” the owner of the popular celebrity haunt in London’s Primrose Hill said

Mon, May 26, 2025 13:58
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