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“There’s not enough money for everything”: Bike lane plans “better late than never”, says politician – but taxi firm slams “pressure on the roads” for drivers

The proposals, which could see the creation of a protected cycle track on one of Belfast’s busiest commuter corridors, have been criticised by Fonacab, who questioned whether spending is “justified” in a “very old city with limited road space”

Tue, Mar 31, 2026 12:38

GB cyclist has £15,000 worth of bikes stolen, but AA deny insurance claim due to lack of “forced violent entry”; Rapha under fire for “delusional elitism” of £350 jeans; Vingegaard’s Barcelona visit + more on the live blog

Today's live blog is something of a team effort at road.cc towers, Callum is here to kick things off on a fine Tuesday.

Tue, Mar 31, 2026 09:41

Shand’s revived Stramash gravel bike gets UDH dropouts compatible with T-Type, Rohloff and belt-driven drivetrains

Shand's do-it-all gravel bike is absolutely brimming with features, including huge UDH compatibility and multi-fit BB

Tue, Mar 31, 2026 09:00

Muriel Furrer, 2024 world junior time trial championships

Investigation into Muriel Furrer’s death finds no wrongdoing, but sparks claims it took “an athlete dying for the UCI to kick into action” on GPS tracking

The 18-year-old Swiss rider was not found until 85 minutes after her crash at the 2024 Road World Championships in Zurich, but the investigation found no evidence of criminal wrongdoing

Mon, Mar 30, 2026 17:36

Wahoo’s Elemnt Roam 3 computer, a rear radar from BBB, plus more from Garmin, Rudy Project & Skarper

Check out the coolest products we’ll be reviewing on road.cc over the next few weeks

Mon, Mar 30, 2026 16:48

Camera issues £600k in fines for illegal turning on one of the “most dangerous spots for cycling in UK”

The Oxford roundabout has some of the highest levels of cycle traffic in the country, with around 12,000 bike journeys per day during term time

Mon, Mar 30, 2026 14:56

£108m active travel boost to “change how people move every day” and bring “healthier lives and lower costs” says Chris Boardman

England's Active Travel Commissioner's comments came as Government announced multi-year funding to encourage people of all ages to walk, wheel and cycle

Mon, Mar 30, 2026 11:38

BikeLive is back for 2026, including the revival of the big road.cc Rideout! Here’s how BikeLive can help organise the perfect cycling event in 2026

road.cc's parent company is increasing its presence at events in 2026, and can even organise big cycling days out for your company. Read on to find out more

Mon, Mar 30, 2026 09:05

‘You can’t drive there mate!’ Amusement as driver ploughs through busy cycle lane; Lavreysen to race Richardson in London; One pound forest bikes get a song; Reaction to Gent-Wevelgem + more on the live blog

Having survived an hour without sleep, Callum is ripe and ready to bring you the best of the weekend's cycling internet, with a hint of today sprinkled in for good measure

Mon, Mar 30, 2026 08:33

Driving instructor close passes cyclist on climb

“This cyclist got triggered”: Driving instructor questions “entitled cyclists” after close pass towards oncoming riders – but standards agency says overtake would be “no issue” during test

“Am I the asshole?” the driving instructor asked

Sun, Mar 29, 2026 13:20

Drunk fans target Visma team car, Settimana Internazionale Coppi e Bartali 2026

‘Drunk’ spectators jump on team car roof, try to steal bike, and punch window during race, as Visma-Lease a Bike say left staff “shaken” by “aggressive” incident

According to reports from Italy, the spectators reacted aggressively after bottles were thrown from the Visma team car, hitting their vehicle’s wing mirror

Sun, Mar 29, 2026 08:38

Pro cyclist harassed by aggressive drivers

Road rage driver arrested and BMW confiscated after tailgating pro cyclists in bike lane, throwing objects, and ‘threatening to kill’ riders… for squirting water at car

The Californian driver was arrested on suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon following the incident, a clip of which has gone viral on social media

Sat, Mar 28, 2026 13:01

Take me to your leader: Limar’s Air Atlas UAP helmet is giving us alien vibes… plus Storck unveils 5.3kg off-the-shelf disc brake road bikes + more tech from Pirelli, Scicon, HJC, Kickstarter

Our weekly tech round-up features wireless tyre pressure gauges, Pirelli’s “fastest and most aerodynamic road tyre ever”, and a saddlebag with an interesting safety feature

Sat, Mar 28, 2026 12:00

“The most annoying thing is it wasn’t on video”: Tom Pidcock admits he “lost a life” after “ninja” 60kph crash “off a mountain road” into ravine forces him to quit Volta a Catalunya

Pidcock, who misjudged a corner while drinking on a descent, revealed that his team only discovered he had crashed when he contacted them through his radio

Sat, Mar 28, 2026 10:52

Alan Shearer suffers cuts after pothole crash on bike

“Ouch”: Football legend Alan Shearer crashes into pothole while cycling, suffering nasty cuts to arm and leg

“Potholes on the bike are not good!” the Newcastle United hero-turned-pundit posted

Fri, Mar 27, 2026 16:30

Children create small bike ramp in Twyford park

“Have a day off!” Backlash as council accuses young cyclists of “criminal damage” and reports them to police for digging small bike ramp

“I think the kids are making it clear that there needs to be better outdoor facilities to enable them to stay active,” one resident said, following the council’s claims of “anti-social behaviour” and call for the children to “reinstate the field as soon as possible”

Fri, Mar 27, 2026 14:53

Cycle lane plans branded dangerous due to “cars reversing into road” from driveways – but council simply tells drivers to be “on the lookout for cyclists and pedestrians”

“I have had several residents contact me about it saying that they think it’s awful and you don’t normally get that,” one councillor said

Fri, Mar 27, 2026 12:18

Cycle path blocked for two years – and no one knows why; Dramatic E3 finale; Scottish Labour leader criticised for proposed raiding of active travel fund for road repairs; Goats on the Paris-Roubaix course + more on the live blog

Happy E3 day to all who celebrate! Callum is here to mark the occasion with you...

Fri, Mar 27, 2026 09:38

Make streets safer and give women “real freedom to travel” by focusing on cycling as well as walking, campaigners tell government

“When we make cycling safer for women, we make it safer for everyone,” says Cycling UK, in response to Active Travel England’s new practical guidance and training for council

Thu, Mar 26, 2026 16:38

2026 Roval Terra Aero CLX rear wheel action

“The fastest gravel wheel family ever built”: Roval launches Terra Aero CLX and Terra CLX III, claiming aero gains and sub-1,100g weight

Specialized-owned brand says Terra Aero CLX is its fastest gravel wheelset ever, while Terra CLX is its lightest and most compliant gravel option yet

Thu, Mar 26, 2026 16:00

“No place in cycling”: Climate activist accused of intentional assault after trying to glue himself to cobbled road during race, causing crash

The organisers of the Ronde van Brugge, the Belgian cycling federation, and a number of teams have filed a complaint against Extinction Rebellion protester Wouter Mouton

Thu, Mar 26, 2026 14:44

Children cycling in pop-up lane (YouTube)

School to sanction ‘dangerous’ young cyclists jumping red lights and forcing drivers to “brake sharply” – as locals warn “disgruntled” motorists will “take matters into their own hands”

“How can parents be encouraged to set a better example? Are we becoming an angry, intolerant nation?” asked one cycling campaigner

Thu, Mar 26, 2026 11:59

DfT road investment strategy illegal phone mount screenshot 2

Government publishes new Road Investment Strategy… including picture of driver illegally using mobile phone; Evenepoel turns sarcastic with Vingegaard in Catalunya; Council “infuriated” by three lopsided hire bikes on launch day + more on the live blog

It's a rare Thursday appearance for Callum on the live blog today, but the white hot rage of Remco should see him through

Thu, Mar 26, 2026 09:37

James O’Donnell arrest (Merseyside Police)

Drunk driver who killed cyclist while driving 63mph in a 30mph zone jailed for 11 years

James O'Donnell initially pleaded not guilty before changing his mind before trial

Wed, Mar 25, 2026 17:59

“Notorious” climate protester causes crash in Belgian race after sitting on road in front of charging peloton

The protestor, who previously threw paint at Vermeer's Girl with the Pearl Earring, has been arrested

Wed, Mar 25, 2026 17:17