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“Despite my dislike of cyclists, that’s shocking”: Farming community divided over “arrogant, entitled” farmer spraying camping cyclist with slurry; Mark Cavendish confirmed for final Tour de France; No fish for unlucky British pro + more on the live blog

The Tour de France starts this week. I repeat, the Tour de France starts this week. And Ryan Mallon’s here to get the countdown underway with all the latest cycling news and views on the live blog. As long as he can contain his excitement, of course…

Mon, Jun 24, 2024 09:25
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Air quality improved both inside and on boundary roads of low traffic neighbourhoods, but Labour MP claims more LTNs will worsen congestion

A report has shown that low traffic neighbourhoods had an impact in reducing NO2 pollution by 14%, however incumbent Labour MP expressed her concerns about “LTNs’ ability to displace traffic onto arterial roads”

Sun, Jun 23, 2024 10:30
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Contactless wheel hub locking system could “set a new benchmark for e-bike security”

New system combines digital and physical security to deter would-be e-bike thieves

Sat, Jun 22, 2024 10:00
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Near Miss of the Day 910: Cyclist “let down” by police response to shocking close pass by speeding driver

The cyclist said the incident left him "shaken", and says Essex Police are yet to respond to his complaint

Sat, Jun 22, 2024 09:05
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Cycling and the General Election: Do the UK’s political parties care about cycling and active travel? We take a deep dive into the 2024 manifestos

On this special election-themed episode of the road.cc Podcast, we dissect the good, bad, ugly, and non-existent when it comes to cycling in each party’s manifestos and ask, why are all their active travel policies so vague?

Fri, Jun 21, 2024 15:53
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Gates, barriers, and chicanes being installed on Britain’s “most expensive street” to keep cyclists out

The temporary measures will be monitored for “several weeks” as the Crown Estate looks for a longer-term solution to “prioritise safety and well-being” of Kensington Palace Gardens residents

Fri, Jun 21, 2024 13:16
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Drunk driver with six empty beer cans in SUV rams two cyclists, before driving over stricken rider, in shocking hit-and-run in Texas

The driver has been charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and driving while intoxicated, as cyclists call the incident “attempted murder”

Fri, Jun 21, 2024 11:39
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Nick Sanders MBE completes his round the world e-bike challenge atop the Yamaha Wabash RT

Renowned explorer finishes his 20,000 mile trip aboard his electric gravel bike

Fri, Jun 21, 2024 11:00
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Coming to a head near you soon? Cycling helmet with integrated airbag is one step closer to reality as POC patent approved

Following Hövding's bankruptcy last year, fellow Swedes POC and Autoliv have taken their own airbag helmet concept one step closer to production

Fri, Jun 21, 2024 10:50
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“Feels like cycling coverage is about to go back to the dark ages”: Cycling fans blast “disgrace” as Eurosport Player set to shut down after Tour de France; Froome acts (again) and misses Tour; Visma/Intermarché bike colour wars + more on the live blog

The Tour de France is fast approaching, England’s biennial footballing meltdown is underway, and Ryan Mallon’s back with more cycling news and views on the Friday live blog – what more could you want on the longest day of the year?

Fri, Jun 21, 2024 08:45
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Cyclists “incredibly disappointed” as councillors vote to reopen formerly notorious junction to taxis – despite casualties dropping to “virtually nil” seven years since restrictions introduced after cyclist’s death

“There’ll be increased road danger for those walking and cycling, and we’ll see fewer people ambling, sitting, snacking and a wall of cabs instead,” Simon Munk from the London Cycling Campaign said in response to the proposed trial at Bank Junction

Thu, Jun 20, 2024 18:57
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“We are sorry if we have not always got it right”: Council waives penalties for cyclists fined by “cowboy” wardens for riding on pavements and town centre streets

The local authority admitted that “responsible” cyclists were issued £100 fines despite not committing a “significant breach” of the city’s PSPO, and that education – not fines – should be prioritised

Thu, Jun 20, 2024 15:39
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New Pinarello Dogma F: the secret’s out… so is it a secret you’d want to keep?

Ineos Grenadiers’ updated race bike is lighter than before but the real gains come through reduced drag, says Pinarello

Thu, Jun 20, 2024 14:00
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Team GB star Katie Archibald set to miss Paris Olympics after tripping over garden step and breaking leg, ripping ligaments, and dislocating ankle in “cruel” fall

The double Olympic gold medallist had surgery on Wednesday to pin the bones in her leg back together and reattach the ligaments, and confirmed she will miss this summer’s Games

Thu, Jun 20, 2024 12:57
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A Vanmoof imitator, children’s e-bikes, an e-cargo bike with a roof, Tenways’ new mid-motor e-bikes, a full-suspension Shark + more e-bike highlights from the 2024 National Cycling Show

Birmingham's NEC saw e-bikes aplenty on the stands and on one test track in particular

Thu, Jun 20, 2024 10:23
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Kaitlin Armstrong ordered to pay murdered cyclist Moriah Wilson’s family $15 million in civil lawsuit

The Wilsons’ lawyer said the legal action ensures Armstrong, who was sentenced to 90 years in prison for the gravel racer’s murder, will not benefit financially from a film or book deal about the trial

Thu, Jun 20, 2024 09:25
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Colnago unveils all-new, “accessible” V4 based on its flagship V4Rs – but with £5,500 price tag

It's got the same monocoque frame and design as the V4Rs, but the V4 has more affordable components including an Ultegra Di2 groupset to make it around half the price

Thu, Jun 20, 2024 09:00
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Vingegaard and Van Aert to ride Tour de France as Visma-Lease a Bike reveal super squad (+ special “Renaissance” jersey); Did we really need another blue kit in the peloton?; Police slammed for collision reporting; Candyman bike + more on the live blog

It’s your Thursday round-up of all the news, reaction and more from the cycling world today, Adwitiya is in the hot seat for your daily dose of the live blog action

Thu, Jun 20, 2024 08:57
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Former French legislator arrested after speeding through cycle lane under the influence of cocaine to escape police

The former member of the National Assembly Joachim Son-Forget was driving at excessive speeds and refused to slow down when the police followed him

Wed, Jun 19, 2024 17:40
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Cyclist fined £220 for riding through red light forcing mum with pushchair to stop mid-crossing to avoid collision

The cyclist was initially offered a fixed penalty notice which went unpaid, following which a full criminal prosecution was launched

Wed, Jun 19, 2024 16:01
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Fizik introduces 3D-printed saddle service, with prices starting at £459

The brand's Adaptive line of 3D-printed saddles are set to become completely custom-made, but the advanced technology doesn't come cheap

Wed, Jun 19, 2024 13:59
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Cyclist says he’s been “failed” after attorney’s office claims “not enough evidence” to prosecute pick-up truck driver who crashed into Arizona group ride, killing two

New video shows the driver sobbing right after the crash which left two dead and eleven injured in Arizona, amidst allegations that he had been “Snapchatting” while driving

Wed, Jun 19, 2024 13:15
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“Car brain strikes again”: Motorist blocking shared cycle + pedestrian path tells cyclist to “get on the road”; ‘Vote Flights, Not Bikes’ says Ryanair; GB News “war on motorists” fiction; GCN explains website closure on YouTube + more on the live blog

It’s Wednesday, the sun is (finally) shining, and Ryan Mallon is back with more cycling news and views on your middle-of-the-week live blog

Wed, Jun 19, 2024 08:55
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Bike shop owner slams police’s “abject apathy” after three shops and private residence broken into in one night during bike theft spree

“It seems like it’s spreading from one shop to the next. It’s like an epidemic,” said the owner of a shop where the thieves were thwarted by a neighbour

Tue, Jun 18, 2024 19:08
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