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“A huge setback for active travel”: Non-foldable e-bikes to be banned from most Transport for London services to “ensure safety of customers and staff”

TfL said the ban will stay in place “until improved product safety measures are in place” with fines of up to £1,000 for cyclists failing to comply, after Tube unions had urged it to impose the ban after some cases of e-bikes catching fire

Wed, Mar 26, 2025 12:18

Parody Scotland Tour de France Grand Départ poster

“Le Tour de C***s”: Cyclists accuse Scottish satirist of “spreading hate” with parody Tour de France Edinburgh Grand Départ poster, “making it more dangerous to ride a bike”; Pogačar Paris-Roubaix debut confirmed – is he “wise”? + more on the live blog

It’s the most wonderful time of the year… Yes, that’s right, the Flemish classics season is finally upon us, and Ryan Mallon will be dreaming of frites, beer, and cobbles as he keeps you entertained on the Wednesday live blog

Wed, Mar 26, 2025 09:34

Campaigners who claim to “support cycle path” actually want major bike lane plan scrapped… to make way for dual carriageway

Petition launched to protest active travel corridor, with campaigners confusingly claiming to "support a cycle path"... while also arguing the scheme is a council "agenda" that should be ditched and the road doubled in size

Tue, Mar 25, 2025 17:46

Cyclist confronts thieves who stole his bike, gets chased and assaulted but manages to recover bicycle

Victim left "shaken" after confronting group of young males who stole his bike, resulting in threats and an assault

Tue, Mar 25, 2025 16:14

The pros’ favourite race wheels just got faster! Vision launches new all-carbon Metron RS wheels

The brand's first wheels with advanced T-shaped carbon spokes are here, and they are faster, lighter, and more aerodynamic than the previous flagship Metron SL range

Tue, Mar 25, 2025 16:00

We’re hiring! Could you be the new face of the road.cc YouTube channel?

Love cycling, and want to be in charge of all the video content produced by F-At Digital's stable of websites? We might have just the job for you

Tue, Mar 25, 2025 15:54

“We’ve lost everything”: Thieves disable CCTV and cut phone lines as “devastated” bike shop the latest cycling business targeted in organised overnight raid

Almost 30 high-value bikes, as well as parts and accessories, stolen from Pedal Power Cycles in Suffolk during "very well organised crime"

Tue, Mar 25, 2025 12:14

Brand that released “the world’s lightest titanium bike” unveils an even lighter one a fortnight later

Litespeed is reviving its superlight Ghisallo in a very, very limited edition

Tue, Mar 25, 2025 10:47

“Is it April 1st already?”: Cyclists confused if £115 power meter that sits on your chain and “collects grease and dirt” is a “joke”, but some argue “if it works, it works”; Thomas hoping for “exciting and special” UK Grand Départ + more on the live blog

It’s Tuesday and Adwitiya’s back on the live blog with the latest cycling news, views and reaction

Tue, Mar 25, 2025 10:19

Tern GSD gets an overhaul – “pretty much every aspect of the bike has been redesigned to work better”

Bosch Smart System, anti-lock braking and increased load capacity headline the list of updates

Tue, Mar 25, 2025 10:12

James May tells councils to stop being “t***s” and build more cycle lanes

Former Top Gear host calls "anti-cycling rage" in the Telegraph "nonsense" and thinks "the best thing you could do with the driving test is make a part of it on a bicycle"

Tue, Mar 25, 2025 10:04

Smaller, lighter Core 2 heat sensor launched by Greentag AG

New heat sensor designed to boost your haemoglobin mass and VO2 max.

Tue, Mar 25, 2025 09:23

Oh look, another hubless e-bike – and this one’s a folder!

Kosmos manufacturer claims “see-through design” makes bike lighter, helps with “sudden stops” and offers “a reduced centre of gravity” – mmm, okay…

Mon, Mar 24, 2025 20:15

“A massive opportunity to make roads safer”: Police reveal councils don’t currently have access to close pass data, as cyclist urges forces and local authorities to work together

Do local authorities need access to police data on close passes and other roads incidents to protect cyclists and plan effective infrastructure?

Mon, Mar 24, 2025 17:05

Can this inflatable helmet really replace traditional bike helmets? Five cool things coming soon from Ventete, Ekoi, Prestacycle, Project Flock and Akeeyo

This week we’re showcasing a helmet that inflates via an electric pump, a rear light claiming to improve visibility by 5.5x, a bike camera from Akeeyo, plus more cool products from Ekoi and Prestacyle

Mon, Mar 24, 2025 13:56

A 70g power meter with tool-free installation for £115? What’s the catch?

BikeOn says its CycleClick power meter provides accuracy comparable to that of high-end rivals

Mon, Mar 24, 2025 12:52

Cycling projects ‘squeezing out motorists in favour of cyclists’, Conservative councillor claims during “fierce” debate over controversial cycle lane

Work on next stage of major bike lane project set to last until 2027, the scheme having faced criticism from some businesses over claims about lost parking and congestion

Mon, Mar 24, 2025 12:39

COMPETITION NOW CLOSED Win! A Scribe CORE SuperLight Disc Carbon Wheelset of your choice worth £999!

You could bag yourself some stunning handbuilt carbon performance wheels from Scribe just by filling out this entry form. Don't miss out

Mon, Mar 24, 2025 12:00

How Pedibal’s throttle-controlled e-bikes can legally be ridden without a licence and insurance

They need registering with the DVSA but can be ridden just like an e-bike (or bike)

Mon, Mar 24, 2025 11:29

“Safety in numbers”: Electric scooter schemes reduce cyclist collisions by 20%, new study suggests

University of Bristol research explored "micromobility safety in numbers" hypothesis, that the more people ditch their cars for bikes or e-scooter hires the safer they become, possibly by making drivers "take more care" on the roads

Mon, Mar 24, 2025 10:40

“But we’re the entitled snowflakes”: Cyclists baffled as right-wing group calls for Elon Musk DOGE-style clampdown on “unethical” cycling and walking charity and its “taxpayer-funded, deeply undemocratic restrictions on motorists” + more on the live blog

He may have just about recovered from Milan-Sanremo on Saturday, but Ryan Mallon’s back for some more blistering, long-range cycling news and enthralling, action-packed opinions on the Monday live blog

Mon, Mar 24, 2025 10:11

Wandsworth Bridge Road planters and parklets

Narrowing roads with planters and parklets could make cyclists vulnerable to side swipe collisions, finds council’s safety report, but council claims “risks are relatively small” as new environment aims to “prioritise people rather than cars”

“The new environment will contribute to creating a sense of uncertainty and caution which will reduce speed further and help in improving safety for all users,” the Labour council said

Sat, Mar 22, 2025 17:54

Country road next to Saddington Reservoir, Leicestershire

“No deterrent whatsoever”: Teenage driver who apologised to cyclist in court after crashing and leaving him with life-threatening injuries sentenced to community service

The cyclist said that his wife, who was also riding with him at the time of the crash, thought that “he was dead” and still gets flashbacks of him “flying through the air and lying motionless on the road”

Sat, Mar 22, 2025 12:49

Aldi unleashes latest batch of cycling bargains… but are they any good? Plus a “game changer” green initiative for tyre and tube recycling

All the best new tech we've spotted this week from Cannondale, Bianchi, Q36.5, NGB Clean, Ere, EF Pro Cycling and, of course, the middle aisles at Aldi

Sat, Mar 22, 2025 12:00

Cycle routes “painted on our pavements” blamed as campaigner calls for crackdown on “30mph” illegal e-bikes “before someone is killed”

Labour MP Gill Furniss says she will work with the police to “press for safety for pedestrians” after one activist claimed she experiences near misses involving the illegally modified machines “several times” a week

Fri, Mar 21, 2025 17:42