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New SRAM Red AXS leaked again? Best look yet at (what we think is) SRAM’s new 2024 top-end road groupset

More photos of what we think is the new SRAM Red chainring and front mech complete the previously-leaked pics of SRAM's top-of-the-range road groupset

Tue, Apr 23, 2024 11:57

Southend cycle shelter at centre of resident row

Bike shed row erupts as “ugly” cycle shelter “ruins” sea view, according to some furious locals… although others tell critics to get their “priorities straight” as “it’s hardly the end of the world”

The "absolute carbuncle of a shed" has attracted the ire of some seaside residents, a councillor claiming the installation of seven bike parking shelters "boggles the mind" — even if some more relaxed locals have told the ranting critics to "chill out"

Tue, Apr 23, 2024 10:46

Government’s 500W and throttle e-bike proposals are ‘unnecessary, risky and the wrong approach’ say UK trade bodies

BA and ACT say safer infrastructure and purchase incentives are needed for 'real' e-bike growth

Tue, Apr 23, 2024 10:45

Viral video debated on Jeremy Vine show (screenshot Twitter video/ @azb2019)

All political parties (except the Conservatives) agree “children’s safety should be prioritised over motorists’ convenience”; Cycling with pets advice branded “just cruel”; Anti-cycling seagulls; Bike Path Near Miss of the Day + more on the live blog

It’s Tuesday and Ryan Mallon – who, like Dan yesterday, is also daydreaming of riding his bike now it’s finally stopped raining – is back with more cycling news and views on the live blog

Tue, Apr 23, 2024 08:55

The Moustache J says it’s not a bike… but it absolutely is – it’s an urban e-bike, now with automatic gears

"J'm not a bike but a brand-new day" claims the French bike which apparently can articulate on its own

Mon, Apr 22, 2024 17:25

Holland Park roundabout improvements (Transport for London)

Cyclists slam report by “notorious anti-cycling group” claiming proposed bike lane on “one of the most dangerous junctions” will lead to more collisions and 800% increase in congestion

The scheme’s opponents also questioned Transport for London’s findings that 14 cyclists and pedestrians were injured at the roundabout in the past three years – but cyclists have dismissed the opposition as “faux outrage”

Mon, Apr 22, 2024 16:26

Bristol man accused of ‘holding e-bikes to ransom’ after Tier mistakenly designated his firm’s car park an official hire zone

"I run a self-storage business. Someone came and left their property at my business, and I’m storing it. They have to pay for that - that’s how it works."

Mon, Apr 22, 2024 14:05

Gladstone Road junction cycle lane works, Farnworth

“Are there so many cyclists to warrant such disruption?” Locals blame new cycle lane for “horrendous” congestion and motorists driving on wrong side of the road – despite “being all in for vulnerable road users and a green planet”

“This is going to cause more congestion and more toxic fumes in the atmosphere, all for one or two cyclists,” one local lorry driver said – but the council have responded by pointing out that once the bike lane is completed, traffic “won’t be as bad”

Mon, Apr 22, 2024 13:58

Knife-wielding moped muggers assault cyclist in latest “very targeted” attack at bikejacking hotspot

The 6ft 7in cyclist was pushed into a fence and held down with a knife during the early morning attack last week

Mon, Apr 22, 2024 10:59

Tadej Pogačar crushes Côte de la Redoute Strava KOM during Liège–Bastogne–Liège domination; “A real shame” as Kona troubles come out; Low entries threaten race’s future; Don’t try this at home! Pro remounts chain on the fly + more on the live blog

Welcome to a new week on the road.cc live blog... it's still chilly but we're creeping (slowly) towards those sunny summer rides... Dan Alexander will stop daydreaming about ditching the winter kit to bring you all your news, reaction and more this Monday

Mon, Apr 22, 2024 08:12

Tadej Pogačar, 2024 Liège-Bastogne-Liège (Zac Williams/SWpix.com)

Death, taxes, and Tadej Pogačar dominating a bike race: What we learned as Pogačar and Grace Brown win Liège-Bastogne-Liège

From 35km solo attacks and unflinching dominance to a dramatic, nail-biting sprint finish, the men’s and women’s editions of La Doyenne served up two very different storylines this year

Sun, Apr 21, 2024 18:30

“Long lines” of cyclists arriving on cruise ships – including groups containing 50 riders – causing havoc for drivers on roads, locals claim

A Shetland Islands councillor said cyclists should be encouraged to explore the archipelago by bike, “but ensuring that this doesn’t unacceptably impact on other road users is important”

Sun, Apr 21, 2024 15:19

Kona Bicycles winding down and up for sale as parent company abandons struggling bike market

Days after staff were spotted taking the brand’s stall down at the Sea Otter Classic, extensive job cuts have been reported – though one UK distributor says they will continue to import Kona stock

Sun, Apr 21, 2024 12:48

Cycleway 4, Tooley Street during London Marathon preparations

“They would never block a whole road without permission”: London Marathon organisers slammed for blocking cycle lane, forcing cyclists “into oncoming traffic”

“Cycle infrastructure is still considered second class. It’s obvious they didn’t care,” the cyclist said

Sun, Apr 21, 2024 11:01

“A car parking permit is cheaper!” Cyclists slam “shameful” council for cutting bike hangar subsidy – as prices set to rise six-fold

“For all the cycle lanes and LTNs to encourage people like me to cycle, and then raise the price, I can’t afford it frankly,” one cyclist said, after Cyclehoop announced that the price of storing a bike in its hangars will rise from £12 to £72 a year

Sat, Apr 20, 2024 16:01

Cyclist rides with close pass warning poster for entire month

“Close passes are a manifestation of driver entitlement”: Cyclist receives barely any close passes while riding with ‘Don’t drive so close to me’ poster on bike – but claims “everything went back to normal” once sign was removed

“It’s a minority on the roads who are consciously or unconsciously vile to cyclists,” says Tim Devereux

Sat, Apr 20, 2024 15:20

Seafront Sustainable Route coned off in North Tyneside

Delays to new bike lane spark safety fears family cycle event could lead to “conflict with pedestrians” – but council ensures ride can go ahead

The Kidical Mass ride will now take place on its originally planned route, “using a combination of the brand-new cycleway and safe on-road sections” which will be coned off to motor traffic

Sat, Apr 20, 2024 12:16

Could the “world’s strongest folding lock” be the answer to your bike security woes? Plus more bike tech news from Zipp, Vision, Fizik, POC, and Bob Marley. Yes, that Bob Marley

Check out loads of cool new wheels, Kona’s rowdy gravel bike, clothing from Jack Wolfskin, and a couple of collabs you never saw coming…

Sat, Apr 20, 2024 11:00

Cyclists accuse council of missing “golden opportunity to encourage people out of their cars” during Tyne Bridge repairs

An FOI revealed that the council instead of using £125,000 out of the current funding to put in place any physical improvements right now, it chose to spend that on developing plans for future funding bids

Fri, Apr 19, 2024 17:09

The Specialized Creo 2 electric road and gravel bike has gone alloy

Mid-drive drop bar e-bike costs a grand less than its carbon sibling

Fri, Apr 19, 2024 16:14

Trek sets sights on Garmin with CarBack bike radar

New device warns of vehicles approaching from up to 240m behind and provides a daytime-visible rear light – and it’s an identical price to Garmin’s Varia RTL515

Fri, Apr 19, 2024 14:09

2022 Zipp 353 NSW Tubeless Disc brake wheelset – rim 1.jpg

In conversation with Zipp about hookless wheels: are 28mm tyres ok on 25mm hookless rims, and why are the rules for pros different?

Following two separate incidents in the pro peloton involving hookless wheels, questions were raised over their safety and the correct tyre compatibility. We sat down with two Zipp product managers in an attempt to get some answers

Fri, Apr 19, 2024 14:06

Hit-and-run driver without licence who left cyclist with multiple injuries jailed for a year and disqualified from driving for four years

The cyclist suffered multiple fractures and other injuries, and died nine months after he was hit by the driver who already had six previous convictions for 16 offences

Fri, Apr 19, 2024 12:29

Cyclists in London male and female in cycle lane – copyright Simon MacMichael

BBC under fire over programme about “how best to share” the roads, titled… “Should cyclists stay in their lane?”; Cycling campaigns urge government to “hold their nerve” on 20mph speed limits + more on the live blog

Welcome to the Friday live blog, Dan Alexander on duty for all your cycling news, reaction and more as we head towards the weekend

Fri, Apr 19, 2024 08:09

The Specialized Creo 2 electric road and gravel bike has gone alloy

Mid-drive drop bar e-bike costs a grand less than its carbon sibling

Thu, Apr 18, 2024 16:26