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“I don’t understand what the problem is” says pavement-blocking driver; Sprinters vs breakaway battle at Giro + more on the live blog

The temperatures are steadily dropping, and the Giro is approaching an end. Callum is here at least, attempting to keep the energy and enthusiasm running high!

Thu, May 28, 2026 09:33
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Viewing figures for women’s cycling “explode” after men’s races, says TNT Sports – as exec reveals channel lobbies “heavily” to change calendar

Guy Voisin also said it's important TNT "stands behind" their 'Home of Cycling' moniker and argues that previous free-to-air coverage provided "a limited story" of the sport.

Wed, May 27, 2026 19:17
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Four years in prison for drunk and drug driver who killed cyclist with kids in car + “Lethal hazard” fly-tipping lorry driver jailed after rider seriously injured + Cocaine-influenced driver jailed for breaking cyclist’s neck: road.cc sentencing round-up

The third edition of our new sentencing round-up series, analysing the state of play when it comes to sentencing for driving and cycling offences in the UK

Wed, May 27, 2026 16:13
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Cyclists appalled as BT ad screen sits in middle of bike lane (never mind the helter skelter); Vingegaard admits defeat; More hills at the Giro + more on the live blog

Megan Huws is back on the live blog today to bring you all the cycling news from across the internet, and attempting to distract you from another day of sweltering heat

Wed, May 27, 2026 09:48
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Newly elected Restore Britain councillors demand review into cycle lane Rupert Lowe branded a “complete sodding waste of money”

The £500,000 infrastructure has become a lightning rod for criticism from the political right in recent months

Wed, May 27, 2026 09:26
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Caffeine and cadence: Zwift teams up with Rocket for the ultimate espresso machine

Cycling’s obsession with coffee runs deep – and now Zwift has teamed up with Rocket Espresso to create a limited-edition machine for riders who take their espresso as seriously as their FTP, priced at £2,350

Tue, May 26, 2026 15:00
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‘Like levitating over the surface’: Scott announces prototype aero gravel bike with 32in wheels for defending champion at Unbound Gravel

Cam Jones had some very positive things to say about the new Scott RC Gravel 32" prototype, that is set to be unleashed at Unbound later this week. As of yet, there's no official release date for the bike

Tue, May 26, 2026 13:40
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More than 80% of serious or fatal cycling collisions occur in daylight and on straight roads, new data from Ireland shows

The Irish Road Safety Agency's latest data rebuts claims that cyclists should be made to wear hi-vis clothing at all times

Tue, May 26, 2026 13:32
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“You can build the worst cycle lane in the world and still smash cycling records”: Locals shocked as numbers of cyclists using “transport hell” bike path surges and injuries fall; “Unfair” Giro headbutt DSQ “based on short clip” + more on the live blog

It’s one of those days when you just want to be outside, riding your bike. But if, like Ryan Mallon, you’re being forced to work today, you might as well spend it procrastinating and reading cycling stories on the Tuesday live blog, right?

Tue, May 26, 2026 09:48
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“Riders are getting a little bit too sensitive”: Has the Giro d’Italia’s Milan farce set a new precedent for peloton-powered race safety calls?

“The only excuse I saw was that there were bumps in the road, and they couldn’t get bottles. But that’s rubbish. There are bumps in the road everywhere. They were looking for excuses, they just felt it was too risky,” says Brian Smith

Mon, May 25, 2026 21:31
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“Young people don’t give a damn about a sign”: Amsterdam set to trial 20kph speed limit on cycle paths to clamp down on fast illegal e-bikes – but lack of fines slammed as “pointless”

The trial comes as the Dutch government also attempts to introduce minimum age and helmet requirements for fatbike users

Mon, May 25, 2026 16:21
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“It’s unbelievable cyclists can’t be prosecuted for speeding,” says widower of pedestrian killed by rider travelling “as fast as a car” in 30mph zone during sportive

80-year-old Patricia Jenkins suffered a fatal brain injury after she was hit by a cyclist taking part in the Tour de Manc sportive, an inquest concluding that there was no evidence to suggest the rider had exceeded the road’s speed limit

Mon, May 25, 2026 14:32
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Giro d’Italia rider disqualified for headbutting rival and causing high-speed crash during “dangerous” Milan sprint

Enrico Zanoncello was thrown off his home grand tour and fined 500 Swiss Francs after making contact with Jayco AlUla rider Robert Donaldson at the end of a controversial day at the Giro

Mon, May 25, 2026 11:32
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“The UK deserves real transport choice for everyday journeys”: 16 organisations call PM to invest in active travel to combat rising fuel prices

An open letter to the Prime Minister states more support for active travel will reduce the UK’s vulnerability to volatile energy markets

Sat, May 23, 2026 15:32
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Cycling can reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression, strengthen social connections and sharpen cognitive function, study shows

It found that social wellbeing outcomes were positive in all of the studies that measured them, but there needs to be better research and infrastructure to fully benefit

Sat, May 23, 2026 13:28
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Lumos adds talking to do-it-all helmet + loads more tech

It’s time to find out about all the latest tech news from the world of cycling, including the shoes with big-cat energy and Italian clothing with espresso-bar cred

Sat, May 23, 2026 12:00
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“Every hour or so, someone will wind down their window to tell me to get off the f***ing road”: Is anti-cycling abuse on the roads getting worse?

It’s always been an issue, but is vitriol from passing drivers and passengers getting out of hand? road.cc’s readers had their say

Fri, May 22, 2026 18:51
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“Would you prefer the kids playing on their bikes in traffic?” Backlash as police accuse young cyclists of damaging castle gardens by building bike ramp and abusing officers

“We need to provide safe, fun places for teenagers to ride bikes and be outside. If we don’t want damage, maybe we should consider how we allocate resources,” one local said

Fri, May 22, 2026 16:58
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Evans Cycles back in profit after years of heavy losses – despite revenue falling due to closure of eight stores

The Frasers Group-owned retailer posted a profit of £388,000 for 2025, just two years after suffering a huge £28m loss

Fri, May 22, 2026 15:40
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“Free, fun and legal”: Details announced for 2026 London Naked Bike ride following extra security measures; New Tour de France film to be streamed on Amazon; Giro stage for the breakaway + more on the live blog

The sun is shining, the birds are singing, and the people of Greenock are complaining. Callum's got the latest

Fri, May 22, 2026 09:42
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“The UCI framed its gear restriction as a safety measure – the science showed it wasn’t”: SRAM hits out at “deeply flawed” gear ratio trial and calls for “reform now”

“This case began as a dispute about our 10-tooth cog. This ruling is much bigger than that,” the components brand said, following an appeal court’s “groundbreaking” ruling to uphold the decision to suspend the UCI’s controversial gearing trial

Thu, May 21, 2026 15:58
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Hunt launches lightweight 4AM Limitless aero wheels with carbon and steel spoke options

British brand says its climbing-focused wheelset offers an aero advantage over Enve’s Tour-winning 4.5 Pro while weighing as little as 1,156g, as Hunt also adds a more affordable steel-spoke option to its 5AM Limitless range

Thu, May 21, 2026 15:00
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Drivers slam “special treatment” for cyclists as council proposes new ‘quiet lanes’ to make rural areas calmer and lower risk of crashes

Oxfordshire County Council has announced a new pilot scheme restricting motor traffic and promoting active travel on designated lanes – but motorists claim they’re being “pushed off” the roads

Thu, May 21, 2026 14:30
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Is this the end for the UCI’s gear restriction plans? SRAM wins landmark appeal over controversial gearing trial as court rules governing body failed to show how new rules would improve safety

The Brussels Market Court has upheld the suspension of the UCI’s proposed maximum gearing trial, arguing that the test failed to meet transparency and non-discrimination standards

Thu, May 21, 2026 11:45
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Thu, May 21, 2026 10:38
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