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Cyclist in London cycle lane with bollards – copyright Simon MacMichael

Court of Appeal to reconsider ruling on cycle funding cuts in England, with judge citing “real prospect of success”

The appeal could help “hardwire stability” for sustained cycling funding in England, the Transport Action Network says

Thu, Oct 24, 2024 09:05

Luca Brecel wants to swap snooker for Ironman (Instagram/Eurosport)

“People think it’s a joke but I’m serious”: Top snooker pro to swap century breaks for disc brakes, wants to compete in Ironman by 2028… and he’s jetting back to Mallorca during tournaments to train on his bike + more on the live blog

With all your news, reaction, silliness and more on this sunny Thursday, Dan Alexander is back on live blog duty as the weekend countdown begins

Thu, Oct 24, 2024 08:26

Cycle lane along A91, between St Andrews and Guardbridge

Cyclists launch petition to improve “unsafe, unacceptable” narrow cycle lane, with fears strong winds could blow cyclists into 50mph+ oncoming traffic or down a steep bank

A report from the council has suggested widening or realigning the cycle lane for a long-term solution, making access to private lands an “almost certainty”

Wed, Oct 23, 2024 16:55

Head Street cycle lane, Colchester (Essex Highways)

Local High Steward blames congestion on new “cycle-only” traffic light on bike lane which services “very few cyclists”… but data shows over 400 cyclists using it every day, with cycling levels continuing to rise

The former Lib Dem MP said that cyclists should manually activate the light on the controversial bike lane, however the council said that it will continue to run automatically so “no one goes undetected and gets stuck on a red light”

Wed, Oct 23, 2024 14:55

Britain’s only UCI-sanctioned one-day race to return for 2025, after battling financial pressures that “could have ended the race forever”

The CiCLE Classic, Britain’s own version of Paris-Roubaix, will mark its 20th anniversary next year after being abandoned due to heavy rain and flooding in 2024

Wed, Oct 23, 2024 11:08

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Wed, Oct 23, 2024 10:57

RideLondon was cancelled? Hold my Foster’s: Aussie sportive called off an hour before start – because traffic firm didn’t show up after getting dates wrong; Ineos “rearranging deckchairs on the Titanic”; “Gibberish” safety stats + more on the live blog

It’s Wednesday, it’s still quite sunny (hooray!), and Ryan Mallon’s back with more cycling news and views on your middle-of-the-week live blog

Wed, Oct 23, 2024 09:17

Decathlon’s electric family cargo bike can carry up to four kids

Btwin Velocargo F900E has a host of nifty features, but you may struggle to get your hands on one

Wed, Oct 23, 2024 08:39

Shocking attack on cyclist in south London

Shocking footage of cyclist pushed into parked car by masked motorbike rider

Incident reportedly happened on Monday evening in south London, the person who pushed the cyclist off their bike filming and posting it online

Tue, Oct 22, 2024 16:52

New Wahoo bike computer leaked that appears to have a built-in wind sensor

A new device called the Wahoo Elmnt Ace, if leaked photos are to be believed, will also feature a 3.8” touchscreen, claimed 30+ hours of battery life and an audio speaker

Tue, Oct 22, 2024 11:37

“Accelerate efforts to eradicate cyclist deaths,” demand campaigners from major London universities calling for action on road safety

Academics and students from all London's major academic institutions have joined forces to explore "a safer future for cycling" in the city, action sparked by two staff and one student being killed while cycling in less than a year

Tue, Oct 22, 2024 11:36

“Not interested in truth, just lining his pockets”: Cyclists react to Mr Loophole’s “no-brainer idea” of speedometers on bikes to bring “legal parity with all road users”; London’s Terracotta Army; Protected bike lanes, not wands + more on the live blog

After a week of trotting away on rented bikes in different cities, Adwitiya is back to man the Tuesday live blog with loads of cycling news, views, reaction and more

Tue, Oct 22, 2024 09:25

Rapha Clubhouse London (copyright Simon MacMichael)

Rapha losses almost double to £22.7m as UK turnover drops 20% amid “challenged” cycling sector, brand’s seventh consecutive year in the red

The premium cycling clothing company blamed the "ongoing turbulent and competitive" cycling industry post-Covid, decreased consumer confidence "in several key markets", and the expensive consolidation of two warehouses into a single operation for the loss

Tue, Oct 22, 2024 08:55

“Incomplete” e-bike conversion kits mean people are fitting incompatible batteries and chargers

Correctly designed and fitted conversion kits from reputable manufacturers and retailers “not inherently dangerous” says ESF

Mon, Oct 21, 2024 17:15

Operation LYCRA targets cyclists but gets criticised for “stoking culture war”

Police force slammed for “stoking culture war” with “Operation LYCRA” targeting cyclists

Seven cyclists received a fixed penalty notice for "contravening traffic signs on the one-way system" during curiously named operation that appeared to mainly target users of illegal e-bikes and e-scooters

Mon, Oct 21, 2024 17:04

“Road safety is everyone’s business”: 90% increase in video footage of dangerous driving reported to police with almost 20,000 reports from Avon & Somerset over 3 years

More than 200,000 incidents were reported to police since 2021, with Avon and Somerset road users the most prolific, followed by West Yorkshire; though some forces are still reluctant to deal with all reports from cyclists or drivers

Mon, Oct 21, 2024 14:13

Is Muc-Off’s Hey Dipstick! the most useful tool going for tubeless tyre users? Plus PEdALED’s performance sunglasses (that don’t fold), terrific titanium from Ribble + more

More of the best wheels, bags, bikes and accessories we're testing right now, with full reviews coming soon

Mon, Oct 21, 2024 13:36

MiRiDER adds larger wheeled folding e-bike to its range – and it’s available with that unusual three-speed gearbox

MiRiDER 20 is available either as a single-speed or with the crank-mounted G3ARED three-speed gearbox

Mon, Oct 21, 2024 10:50

Cyclists in Richmond Park with London skyline (copyright Simon MacMichael)

Charity that runs London parks wants new laws to prosecute cyclists for breaking 20mph speed limit in Regent’s Park and Richmond Park

The Royal Parks oversees popular training and riding routes for London cyclists, the body's chairman asking government to "set speed limits for cyclists" in its parks and for riders above 20mph limit to be prosecuted

Mon, Oct 21, 2024 08:55

Tadej Pogačar enjoys hangover ride and focaccia with F1 star Carlos Sainz (Instagram)

Tadej Pogačar’s ‘easy’ coffee ride “the hardest training session of my life”, says F1 star; Is Tom Pidcock staying at crisis-stricken Ineos after all?; Dutch rider shows officials the middle finger in dramatic track worlds DQ + more on the live blog

After tucking the good bike away in the shed for the last time (probably) this year, Ryan Mallon’s back with all the latest cycling news and views to kick off the week on the Monday live blog

Mon, Oct 21, 2024 08:47

Sir Chris Hoy reveals cancer diagnosis is terminal and he has two to four years to live: “I’m feeling fit, strong and positive, and overwhelmed by all the love and support shown”

The six-time Olympic champion says he discovered last September that his cancer was terminal and Stage four, with primary cancer in his prostate that had metastasised to his bones with tumours in his spine, rib, shoulder, pelvis and hip

Sun, Oct 20, 2024 11:44

Body Rocket’s real time aero sensor now available to pre-order on Kickstarter from £2,200, new Scribe alloy wheels, Selle Royal’s choc chip ice cream-inspired saddle tech, mysterious new Van Rysel gravel bike + more

In this most techiest of Tech of the Week editions, we could all be fine-tuning our positions on the bike in real-time sooner than we think. And you can already use a virtual fitting room to buy your kit

Sat, Oct 19, 2024 10:59

Marianne Martin, Greg LeMond, and Laurent Fignon, 1984 Tour de France podium

First ever women’s Tour de France winner Marianne Martin seriously injured in high-speed cycling crash

A crowdfunding campaign has been launched to support the American’s recovery, after she suffered a collapsed lung, 12 broken ribs, a broken collarbone, and concussion in the crash

Fri, Oct 18, 2024 17:47

Orbea launches new Avant alloy-framed endurance bike with refined geometry and “Service Box” to stash your stuff

Comfort and practicality is key with the Spanish brand's latest road bike launch, featuring 35mm tyre clearance, mudguard mounting points and a box under the downtube to store a puncture repair kit

Fri, Oct 18, 2024 17:15

Paul Varry (Paris en Selle) and Boulevard Malesherbes

“We have reached the bottom”: SUV driver charged with murder after cyclist’s road rage death leaves French cycling community “deeply shaken”

The cyclist was allegedly crushed following a roadside row when the motorist cut across an unprotected cycle lane, as mayor says “it is unacceptable to die in Paris while riding a bike” and activists call for “end to road violence”

Fri, Oct 18, 2024 15:32