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Police unsure if driver’s “lack of vision” or hi-vis and no helmet to blame for “unavoidable” collision that saw motorist pull out and kill cyclist, inquest finds

The motorist claims she wasn’t aware of two cyclists approaching until she heard the impact – as police say the crash “could not reasonably have been avoided”

Thu, Jun 13, 2024 13:45

Pfadfinder 2024_Photo by Marius Müller_Outdoor Shoot_06

Revamped Standert Pfadfinder all-road endurance bike gets full internal cable routing and is handmade in the Czech Republic

New Pfadfinder combines timeless appeal of steel with 3D printing tech and the latest design trends to promise added aero gains and extra versatility

Thu, Jun 13, 2024 13:00

Richmond Park 04 copyright Simon MacMichael

Royal Parks cancels Richmond Park time trials over fears cyclists will break 20mph speed limit, after inquest into pedestrian fatality in “speeding” cyclist collision “brought this activity to people’s attention”

The races will be paused as the parks’ management “evaluates our position” – but “fuming” organisers say decision has been clouded by “very irresponsible journalism” and that the alternative is “busy roads and fast-moving cars”

Thu, Jun 13, 2024 10:47

Cycling signs (copyright Simon MacMichael) (6)

Local politician tries telling Facebook followers why more people cycling is a win for everyone… has to close comments “within minutes”; Should TT bikes be banned?; Pro to miss Tour de France after collision with driver + more on the live blog

Welcome to the Thursday live blog where Dan Alexander will be taking you through the day with all the news, reaction and more from the world of cycling

Thu, Jun 13, 2024 08:12

GCN sold back to founder by Warner Brothers Discovery, website to close

The sale comes six months on from the closure of GCN+ as race coverage moved to Discover. The closure of the GCN website will lead to numerous job losses

Wed, Jun 12, 2024 17:15

Zwift Ride with Kickr Core – save 20% with the code ROADRIDE20 An all-in-one indoor riding setup

Zwift’s £1,199 Zwift Ride smart bike with singlespeed frame, Kickr Core trainer and Zwift Cog system is now available to buy: how does it ride?

Zwift didn't stay away from hardware for long, unveiling a new smart bike/smart trainer hybrid in collaboration with Wahoo featuring smart controls

Wed, Jun 12, 2024 15:00

Anti-doping (CC BY-SA 2.0 DEED by Richard Masoner / Cyclelicious)

UCI concerned new drug “ten times more powerful than tramadol” could be used by professional cyclists to mask fatigue during races, report suggests

The governing body has reportedly already told representatives of pro cycling teams of its "concerns about a new substance", the "very powerful" painkiller usually prescribed in cases of severe osteoarthritis and bone cancer

Wed, Jun 12, 2024 09:45

Heavitree and Whipton Active Streets trial, Exeter (Heavitree and Whipton Liveable Neighbourhood Group)

Cyclists blast Mail’s “appalling lie” that LTN stopped doctors visiting patients; Yellow cards introduced to pro cycling to clamp down on dangerous riding and driving during races; Keir Starmer: Labour is “on the side of drivers” + more on the live blog

We may be smack bang in the middle of party manifesto week (perhaps that’s why it’s dragging along so slowly?), but hey – at least the Tour de Suisse is on and Ryan Mallon’s back with more cycling news on the Wednesday live blog. That’s something, right?

Wed, Jun 12, 2024 08:49

L’Étape du Tour cyclists ride a climb in the Alps

Frustration as last-minute L’Étape du Tour date change due to French election leaves thousands of cyclists with logistical headache

The major sportive that is using the route of stage 20 of this year's Tour de France has been brought forward a day to Saturday 6 July, leaving many of the 15,000 riders taking part with travel and accommodation concerns

Wed, Jun 12, 2024 07:37

22024 Specialized Crux DSW alloy gravel bike

The Specialized Crux DSW is “the lightest alloy gravel bike ever made”… and it costs £2,300

Aluminium is making a comeback to the Specialized gravel line-up, as Crux gets an aluminium frame option

Tue, Jun 11, 2024 16:00

Cube’s Kathmandu Hybrid electric bike gets a carbon frame, rigid forks and Bosch SX motor treatment

The new e-bike will be available in both a classic diamond shape and an ‘easy entry’ design and priced from £4,199

Tue, Jun 11, 2024 15:45

Cyclist in London with pedestrians in foreground – copyright Simon MacMichael

High Court judge dismisses legal challenge to government’s cycling funding cuts

Transport Action Network (TAN) says it is "bitterly disappointed" by the judgement and is hoping to appeal

Tue, Jun 11, 2024 15:44

Ducati takes aim at bikepacking market with Futa All-Road electric bike

The Futa All-Road e-bike is a more versatile version of their e-road model

Tue, Jun 11, 2024 11:37

Roseburn off-road path popular with cyclists and walkers in Edinburgh (by Richard Webb/CC BY-SA 2.0/ Geograph)

“Trams should replace cars, rather than people cycling”: Fears new tram route will be built on popular active travel path

There has been disagreement over the most suitable site for the new transport link amid concerns "a fantastic green space and active travel corridor" might be impacted

Tue, Jun 11, 2024 11:29

“You’re just confusing drivers with this nonsense”: Cyclists blast road safety group for warning “never attempt to undertake on the inside, even in a cycle lane”; Time for an Ineos women’s team?; Dog walker nearly wipes out Hirschi + more on the live blog

It’s Tuesday and Ryan Mallon’s back to continue his Tour preparations with more high-altitude cycling news and views on the live blog

Tue, Jun 11, 2024 09:26

Head Street cycle lane, Colchester (Essex Highways)

Cycling levels up and “positive” reaction to new cycle lane celebrated by council, one month on from outspoken critics claiming it was “accident waiting to happen for pedestrians” and would “cause carnage on the roads”

The infrastructure, built in the same city where a cyclist was recently incorrectly fined £100 for riding on a shared-use path, could "revolutionise people's journeys" according to a local cycling group

Mon, Jun 10, 2024 16:24

This one will go up to 14 (just not yet): Five Cool Things coming soon from Wheeltop, Enigma, Miche, Tailfin and Recall

In our latest haul of cool things, we've got a future-proofed groupset, a high quality helmet cam that can be bar or helmet-mounted and plenty more interesting bits of tech

Mon, Jun 10, 2024 14:48

Ariel’s new bike comes a mere 92 years after its last – this latest one’s a 3D-printed e-bike

Each slick-looking £10k Ariel Dash will be hand-assembled and signed-off by a single technician

Mon, Jun 10, 2024 13:07

Kensington Palace Gardens (licensed CC BY SA 2.0 by LondonEnte on Flickr).jpg

Banning cyclists and pedestrians from Britain’s “most expensive street” slammed “a selfish and spiteful act” by Labour candidate standing for election in the area

The Crown Estate claimed the decision was made to "prioritise safety and wellbeing" after complaints about "dangerous" cyclists causing "near misses" and putting residents and diplomats "at risk"

Mon, Jun 10, 2024 11:06

Mathieu van der Poel cap incident at Paris-Roubaix 2024 (Eurosport/Discovery+)

Paris-Roubaix spectator who threw cap at Mathieu van der Poel offered deal to avoid prosecution, must participate in rider safety campaign

The woman is accused of 'intentional assault and battery' for throwing a hat at the race winner's bike as he passed at high speed, the offer to avoid prosecution also requiring her to admit wrongdoing and volunteer with Les Amis de Paris-Roubaix

Mon, Jun 10, 2024 10:06

Thames Valley Police ‘Cyclists, be safer, be seen’ post (Thames Valley Police Roads Policing)

Police slammed for “victim blaming” post telling cyclists “road users can’t look out for you if you are in dark clothing”; Was Tour of Britain finish the most bizarre sprint ever?; Czech footballer out of Euro 2024 after bike crash + more on the live blog

What happened to the summer? He may only now be thawing out after a cold and wet weekend on the bike, but Ryan Mallon is back, base layer at the ready, with all your cycling news and views on the Monday live blog

Mon, Jun 10, 2024 09:17

Residents call for delivery riders to wear numbered jackets to track down cyclists riding dangerously

The group has claimed these cyclists have e-bikes without speed limiters and called on the police and the Scottish parliament to take action

Sun, Jun 09, 2024 16:10

Sportive organiser cites cycling industry’s “downfall” and sudden disappearance of loan offers as reasons for entering administration

Sportive HQ also claimed that it was asking for more riders to sign up just days before going bust in order to acquire more cash flow and stay afloat

Sun, Jun 09, 2024 14:23

Rebecca Comins (picture via Gwent Police)

Prison “almost inevitable” for van driver who knocked and killed GB triathlete riding time trial

The driver thought the sound of the crash was just parcels falling down, and told police he “misjudged” the overtake

Sun, Jun 09, 2024 11:26

Kids riding BMX bikes (by Eli Christman on Flickr, licensed by CC BY 2.0)

“It will be like living next to a motorway!”: Residents oppose school’s BMX cycle track project out of fears that they’d lose their “peace” and “privacy”

The school insisted that it wants to encourage healthy lifestyles and active travel for its pupils, but the £150,000 project hasn’t gone down well with the nearby residents

Sat, Jun 08, 2024 17:01