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Cyclist on road next to a lorry (image: British Cycling)

“For every truck that pulls out without thinking, there is a cyclist with no helmet”: Cargo bike boss calls for cyclists to “be courteous to motorists and not fly through red lights”, claiming streets filled with “warring factions” + more on the live blog

All eyes may be on the House of Commons, but you’ll be pleased to hear that Ryan Mallon’s still resolutely focused on keeping you up to date with the latest cycling news – and the occasional funny video – on this Budget Day edition of the live blog

Wed, Oct 30, 2024 09:58

2022 Dauphine – Ineos Grenadiers Pinarello Dogma F 2

Shimano sales down 12% in 2024, but cycling components giant points to “signs of progress”

Manufacturer reports income in its bicycle division is down a quarter on 2023 amid ongoing inventory woes and a challenging economic picture

Tue, Oct 29, 2024 17:22

London cyclists (Ayad Hendy via Unsplash)

Cycling UK and British Cycling urge Labour to “significantly increase” active travel budget to 10% of transport spending

What will new government's first Budget look like for cycling?

Tue, Oct 29, 2024 12:23

“High risk” Gin e-bike chargers seized and destroyed by UK customs

Budget brand says it has contacted customers and implemented “enhanced checks” in its supply chain

Tue, Oct 29, 2024 11:59

Lorry driver narrowly misses cyclist in shocking close pass in Japan

“He should be wearing hi-vis”: Lorry driver turns himself into police after “worst close pass ever” – but motorists still find ways to blame cyclist; Cycle lane slammed due to loss of illegal parking spaces; Tour de France routes + more on the live blog

It’s Tour de France route announcement day and, when he’s not busy finalising his travel plans for next July, Ryan Mallon’s here to keep you updated with all the latest cycling news and views on the Tuesday live blog

Tue, Oct 29, 2024 10:09

Bodyguards using Strava are putting Trump, Macron, Biden and other world leaders in danger, French newspaper investigation claims

US Secret Service says "affected personnel notified" following report by Le Monde which suggested confidential movements of presidential candidates, Emmanuel Macron, Jill Biden, Melania Trump and Vladimir Putin could be traced via agents' use of Strava

Tue, Oct 29, 2024 09:53

oxon travel cycle lane picture – via twitter.PNG

Conservative councillor wades into cyclist hi-vis clothing discussion with “reprehensible” rant… says “Lycra louts” who ride in roads instead of cycle lanes “suffer the consequences”

County councillor criticised for "disgusting" comments as council also questioned for call to pedestrians and cyclists to make themselves visible

Mon, Oct 28, 2024 17:45

We review a 48kg bike*! Five cool things coming soon from Wattbike, Look, Standert, Gloria and Strider

Ranging from 5.8kg to 48kg, we have indoor bikes to titanium builds, and race machines to balance bikes in our latest haul of cool things in for review

Mon, Oct 28, 2024 17:07

Swytch MAX+ e-bike conversion kit brings a rear hub motor option

Upcoming version will also be compatible with thru-axles

Mon, Oct 28, 2024 16:53

“Very enraged” driver who “used car as weapon” to ram cyclist and cause serious injuries jailed for 44 months

Craig McComb was charged with attempted murder but convicted on an assault charge, the driver having blared his horn and stopped abruptly in front of the 67-year-old victim moments before ramming him from his bike

Mon, Oct 28, 2024 15:16

“Intimidating behaviour” sees police called to cycle lane consultation, as council cancels next event to “protect members of staff involved”

Even before the public consultation, residents "outraged by having to walk an extra few yards from their car" had been accused of "trying to stoke fear and opposition" against a major cycle lane project in the town

Mon, Oct 28, 2024 12:22

Harry MacFarlane’s British hill climb championships bike, 2024

Rim brakes, pints of Guinness, and “F*** the UCI” frame graffiti: How to win the British hill climb championships (and prove rim brakes ain’t dead!); Mathieu van der Poel races rally driver – and wins; Ineos “in bits”, says Wiggins + more on the live blog

The clocks have gone back and it’s the start of a brand new, slightly more wintery week on the live blog, and Ryan Mallon’s here with all the latest cycling news, views, and nonsense before it starts to get dark

Mon, Oct 28, 2024 10:17

Sir Chris Hoy’s “brave” terminal cancer revelation prompts near sevenfold increase in prostate cancer advice searches, says NHS

The six-time Olympic champion says the “massive increase” in men seeking advice has “been a huge comfort to us, to know that hopefully many lives could be saved by early testing”

Sun, Oct 27, 2024 13:13

Dare releases “beast of pure speed” aero bike first seen at Tour de France, with framesets starting at £4,000; plus Rapha’s new print, a £600 aero skinsuit, curiously-shaped wheels + loads more

All the hottest new tech from the week that was, including Cinelli, Rapha, Dare, Rule 28, Ron Wheels and others

Sat, Oct 26, 2024 10:59

What’s going on with these bizarre £4 eBay toe warmers for cyclists?

Just when you think you've seen it all...

Fri, Oct 25, 2024 17:22

‘Russian Army’ cycling team takes part in African stage race despite UCI ban, as governing body pulls event from international calendar and launches disciplinary action for inviting banned squad

The CSKA Moscow team took part in today’s first stage of the nine-day Tour du Faso, despite the UCI warning the race organisers against their participation

Fri, Oct 25, 2024 17:17

Is this the more environmentally-friendly cycling waterproof we’ve been waiting for? A first ride in the new Santini Magic rain jacket

One of the new breed of PFAS-free waterproofs as cycling moves away from products such as Gore's Shakedry, the Magic uses Polartec's recycled polyester membrane tech

Fri, Oct 25, 2024 16:49

James May after charity cycle (James May, Twitter)

James May forced to complete charity cycle in car after “busting wrist” in bike crash – and drives into bollard

“At my age, this sort of thing takes much longer to heal,” the former Top Gear presenter said after falling off his bike near Hammersmith Bridge

Fri, Oct 25, 2024 14:59

Halfords says new premium bike range is a hit – but cycling market remains challenging following “UK’s wettest spring since 1986”

Despite the continuing headwinds facing the cycling industry, Halfords says its “controlling the controllables” strategy is going to plan

Fri, Oct 25, 2024 12:36

Estarli’s new e20.X has an automatic gearbox and is their lightest e-folder yet

The e20.X costs less than £2k and weighs under 15kg (without the battery)

Fri, Oct 25, 2024 12:11

2024 Tour de France jersey winners Zac Williams/SWpix.com

No Tour de France on ITV from 2026 as Eurosport becomes exclusive UK broadcaster

It looks like free-to-air coverage of the world’s biggest cycling race will be no more after the 2025 editions of the Tour de France, as Warner Bros. Discovery announced exclusive coverage until “at least 2030”

Fri, Oct 25, 2024 09:46

Tour de France 2024 podium Tadej Pogačar, Jonas Vingegaard, Remco Evenepoel (ASO/Billy Ceusters)

“Putting cycling behind a paywall isn’t how to grow the sport”: Fans react to “awful, disgraceful” news of ITV losing Tour de France broadcast rights, Does Pogačar lack morals for signing bumper new contract with UAE Team Emirates? + more on the live blog

Another dark, damp morning, but hey, just one more day till we can ride off into the (hopefully sunnier) weekend! In the meantime, Adwitiya’s your host for the day with all the latest cycling news and views

Fri, Oct 25, 2024 08:55

Taxi driver avoids assault conviction for pushing cyclist who called him a “p***k” after dangerous close pass – because judge said driver was “taken aback by bad language”

Eamon Judge, who was fined €300 for careless driving, said he felt “intimidated” after the cyclist “belted” his car during the close pass, which forced the rider to swerve out of the way

Thu, Oct 24, 2024 17:42

Linthorpe Road cycle lane set to be removed in Middlesbrough (Tees Valley Combined Authority)

Controversial cycle lane “will close a whole load of businesses and cost jobs” claims mayor, as rival mayors clash over delays to infrastructure’s removal

After previously uniting to scrap the cycle lane, the scene of a series of injuries to pedestrians and cyclists, Tees Valley mayor Ben Houchen has now claimed that Middlesbrough Council want to keep the infrastructure amid a funding spat

Thu, Oct 24, 2024 14:59

“You’ve really got to expect the unexpected”: Driving instructor says “chaotic, distracting” new roundabout with cycle lanes, 36 traffic lights, and coloured surfaces has “too much to look at”

The new signalised roundabout has been dubbed “obscene”, “a birthday cake”, and “Blackpool Illuminations” by disgruntled motorists – but cyclists say people of all ages and abilities can now navigate the junction safely

Thu, Oct 24, 2024 12:22