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Is Jespr’s cycling computer set to disrupt the market leaders?

New cycling computer promises best in-class screen with real-time wind data.

Mon, Sep 16, 2024 10:22

Illi Gardner sets Strava QOM on Monte Zoncolan (Illi Gardner, Strava)

It’s the rim brakes that done it! Illi Gardner smashes Annemiek van Vleuten’s Monte Zoncolan QOM by 86 seconds – and secures tenth-fastest Strava time ever on 14% Italian monster; “Is a bit less dangerous for cyclists enough?” + more on the live blog

Like the crushing inevitability of a Tadej Pogačar rainbow jersey win, it’s Monday – but don’t worry, Ryan Mallon’s back with more cycling news and views on the live blog to keep you all entertained at the start of the week

Mon, Sep 16, 2024 09:42

Gorilla Firm Cycling, Oundle, Northamptonshire

Are bike shop burglaries becoming more professional? Owner says shop was hit four times by “Mission Impossible-style” raids – and claims police asked if break-in was “inside job”

Brazen reconnaissance, cutting through ceilings and walls, crawling across floors, and ineffectual policing – are bike thieves becoming more sophisticated and persistent?

Sun, Sep 15, 2024 15:11

No progress made on more than half of British Cycling’s recommendations to revitalise UK racing scene amid harsh reality of “delivering races on the highway” – but governing body says it will “embrace” difficulties

The Elite Road Racing Task Force’s progress report, which highlighted British Cycling’s success in “safeguarding” the Tour of Britain, comes in the same week that the demise of the Ryedale Grasscrete Grand Prix was announced

Sat, Sep 14, 2024 15:17

Bike lock weighing you down? Try this folding one that stashes inside your seatpost… plus “the world’s greatest bike light”, a bike computer with bonus mobile data + more

It's time for Tech of the Week again, and we have news from Le Col, Storck, Uplock and plenty more!

Sat, Sep 14, 2024 11:00

“If you’re not wearing aero socks, you’re not getting a KOM”: The painstaking prep that went into bagging the ultimate Box Hill Strava KOM

How hard is it to secure the KOM on one of Britain’s most famous climbs? According to Dom Jackson and Tobias Dahlhaus, two of the cyclists behind one of the most ambitious (and successful) Strava KOM attempts of all time, very hard indeed…

Fri, Sep 13, 2024 17:09

Swiss e-bike share scheme trials different speed restrictions for different users

Maximum speed can be adjusted from 45km/h to 25km/h via remote access

Fri, Sep 13, 2024 08:46

Cyclists horrified at “dehumanising” language in House of Lords debate, including comparing cyclists to “plague of mosquitos”; Mix-up at mixed relay time trial; Why should two people with two bikes need 30+ train tickets? + more on the live blog

Welcome to the Friday live blog one and all, where Adwitiya will have all the cycling news, views and reaction as you daydream about your weekend rides

Fri, Sep 13, 2024 08:42

Moment before shocking crash which left cyclist needing leg amputated in Cardiff

Hit-and-run driver who left cyclist begging for help and needing his leg amputated, before selling car to cover up role in crash, jailed for three years and nine months

Savannah Roberts was traced by police after CCTV footage showed her driving through a red light shortly after the collision

Fri, Sep 13, 2024 06:50

Lael Wilcox completes Around the World record ride

Lael Wilcox smashes women’s Around the World cycling record – But what does ‘circumnavigating the globe by bike’ actually entail?

American ultra-endurance rider Wilcox covered 18,125 miles, across 22 countries and four continents, in 108 days and 12 hours to break Jenny Graham’s record. But why did her around the world route miss out so much of the world?

Thu, Sep 12, 2024 19:17

Is this the new Cannondale Synapse? After Lachlan Morton’s most astonishing ‘Lap of Australia’ effort yet, here’s what we know about his new bike so far

Spoiler alert: very little... but with the Australian most recently ticking off 583km/362 miles of the Outback at a ridiculous 36.6km/h/22.7mph as part of his 'Lap of Australia' record, the mysterious bike certainly seems built for endurance

Thu, Sep 12, 2024 17:35

Over half of Londoners think councils prefer improving roads for drivers over safety of cyclists and pedestrians, as majority call for more Low Traffic Neighbourhoods and 20mph limits, new study finds

The survey also found that 88 per cent of the capital’s residents believe that cycle lanes should be compulsory when one is available

Thu, Sep 12, 2024 13:49

Police in Ireland stop cyclist for not having front or rear lights (Garda Traffic, Twitter)

Off-duty police officer filmed “dangerously” overtaking Irish cyclist, before flashing badge and “threatening” them, escapes prosecution but docked pay for “abuse of authority”

The officer, who allegedly spoke to the cyclist in a “discourteous manner” after the close pass, “received a temporary reduction in pay”, according to police records

Thu, Sep 12, 2024 11:49

2025 Scott Addict RC leaked 2 Weight Weenies @Esbeny

New unreleased Scott Addict RC breaks cover — take a closer look at this refreshed climbing bike ahead of its official release

The Swiss brand's updated climbing bike finally appears to be on the way after being on the UCI list for some time

Thu, Sep 12, 2024 11:44

Cyclist-specific traffic light (copyright Simon MacMichael)

Latest Telegraph column claims AI traffic lights prioritising “small, angry minority” over drivers will make “entitled cyclists even more insufferable”; Tadej Pogačar doesn’t want five Tours de France, but five monuments (+ Vuelta) + more on the live blog

It’s Thursday and Adwitiya’s back on the not-so-hot-anymore seat for today’s roundup of all the latest cycling news and views

Thu, Sep 12, 2024 09:00

“Disappointed” cyclists forced to lock bikes on outdoor railings as Belfast’s new Grand Central Station opens with no cycle parking provisions

“This suggests that active travel is not a central part of this new transport hub,” said Belfast Cycling Campaign, as Translink confirms that it’s “sourcing” temporary cycle parking to install

Wed, Sep 11, 2024 17:15

RideLondon to take “hiatus” in 2025 for organisers to work on “new concept”, with all entrants receiving full refunds

“We feel the time is right to take a pause this year and bring all stakeholders together to work on a new concept for the world’s greatest festival of cycling” said London Marathon Events CEO Hugh Brasher in a statement

Wed, Sep 11, 2024 15:22

2022 cadex triathlon bike prototype rode by kristian blummenfelt at ironman world championships – credit cadex cycling

Kristian Blummenfelt puts ambitious plan to win Tour de France on hold, as 2020 Olympic triathlon champion claims training has “gone in the wrong direction” after disappointing Paris Olympic results

The Norwegian triathlete, dubbed the fittest man in the world thanks to having the highest ever recorded VO2 max, said he’ll give up his pro cycling ambitions and have one last shot at winning the gold at 2028 Olympics

Wed, Sep 11, 2024 13:56

PikaBoost 2: Easy to fit e-bike conversion kit offers more power than its predecessor

App is said to ensure “global compatibility” by automatically adjusting settings to comply with local regulations

Wed, Sep 11, 2024 13:54

Cyclist in Dublin (image by Alexander Parsalidis via Flickr, CC BY-SA 2.0)

Camera cyclist submits footage of drivers on the phone and parking illegally to Irish police… and gets fined for riding through a red light

An investigation later found the police officer to be in “neglect of duty” for not responding to complaints of other drivers also running red lights, but the finding was quashed by the Chief Superintendent as “disproportionate”

Wed, Sep 11, 2024 11:33

“You can ride ten abreast if you like”: Are ‘Parkrun for cyclists’ events the future?; Mark Cavendish racing in 2025 “makes no sense”, says Astana boss; Lachlan Morton’s 460km ‘easy’ day; Bike lane manholes; Vingegaard to the Giro? + more on the live blog

Forget Harris v Trump, the world is really interested in the latest cycling news, views, and silliness – and Ryan Mallon’s got it all covered on the Wednesday live blog

Wed, Sep 11, 2024 08:59

“If you told me the SAS did this, I’d believe you”: Bike shop loses almost all stock in staggering break-in “like Hatton Garden heist”

C6 Bikes owner says targeted raid saw 10m-high roof scaled, internet wires cut, access gained by "super precise" cut to exterior wall, complex alarms disabled, and £200,000 of stock stolen, all without leaving a trace or any CCTV footage

Tue, Sep 10, 2024 17:26

Campagnolo Super Record S Wireless Spet 2024

Campagnolo launches new second-tier Super Record S electronic groupset offering “greater affordability”… and it’ll still cost you over £3,000

Launching at a "very competitive price" according to Campagnolo, the Super Record S Wireless groupset now offers a wider range of gears and is just 150g heavier than the top-tier Super Record wireless

Tue, Sep 10, 2024 12:00

Even if it’s on Strava, it might not have happened — some cyclists are paying ‘mules’ to ride activities for them

We spoke to a mule to find out more... as Strava warns against eroding "part of the platform's magic" with paid-for activities

Tue, Sep 10, 2024 09:15

Tadej Pogacar at 2024 Tour de France, stage 4 (Zac Williams/SWpix.com)

“He’s ready for a rainbow jersey”: Tadej Pogačar records 415 FTP on a 6.5 hour training ride paced by a Vespa as cyclists say “he’s taunting us mortals”; British race dropped from cycling calendar after abbey trust declines to host + more on the live blog

It’s that time of the year when you have to start packing leg warmers and a jacket for your rides… Welcome to a chilly edition of the Tuesday live blog with Adwitiya bringing you all the cycling news, reaction and more

Tue, Sep 10, 2024 08:51