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Cervélo updates Áspero gravel bike to be “faster, more comfortable, and more versatile” – we’ve ridden it and here’s what we think so far

Updated bike has increased mud clearance, semi-integrated cable routing, and it’s very quick. Complete bike prices start at £3,000

Tue, Apr 30, 2024 07:00

Hexlox launches anti-theft wheel nut for e-bikes with rear hub motors

The product works with some bikes that use motors from Mahle, Bafang and Zehus

Mon, Apr 29, 2024 20:15

Bath bomb shelters in planning row (Google Maps)

Planning objections over bike storage idea for WW2 bomb shelters — despite structures already being used as sheds

A neighbour and conservationists have objected to the proposal to turn the "very rare" air raid shelters into bicycle storage, because "the position of the doorways is of particular historic interest" and the shelters are part of the street's "charm"

Mon, Apr 29, 2024 16:03

The US bike industry is going to maintain a database of all legal e-bikes

The database aims to act as a comprehensive resource for certified and insured e-bikes

Mon, Apr 29, 2024 15:15

New British Olympic track bike for Paris 2024 finally unveiled, featuring Hope carbon, Renishaw titanium and Lotus fork

Retaining its distinctive design elements, check out what's new on the updated space-age track bike that Team GB will be going for gold(s) on in Paris this summer

Mon, Apr 29, 2024 15:00

Near Miss of the Day 903: Driver’s punishment pass while blaring horn at two-abreast cyclists earns £300 fine and six penalty points

"We were cycling along a rural road, wide and quiet when the incident happened... excessive use of horn, crossing a solid white line and a close pass to finish..."

Mon, Apr 29, 2024 11:59

E-bikes now outselling unassisted bikes in Belgium and Germany

In the UK, the e-bike market share accounts for just 9% of volume

Mon, Apr 29, 2024 11:14

Hopes cycling’s “great boost to struggling high street” will not be lost as plan to let cyclists ride pedestrianised key shopping street not approved, goes to consultation instead

A trial opening up the street to cyclists was expected to be approved last week, however amid pressure from local councillors the council opted to allow the public to give their views first

Mon, Apr 29, 2024 10:04

Geraint Thomas Strade Bianche 2024 (Zac Williams/SWpix.com)

“If this was a new sport, there’s no way it would be allowed”: Geraint Thomas says 50% of cycling crashes are down to UCI chief David Lappartient and race organisers; Hacked Lime bikes EDM music?; Lidl-Trek’s Alphabetti Spaghetti + more on the live blog

Snooker’s underway and the Giro’s looming large (odds on someone clearing the table using just the pink balls?), Adwitiya is ready to get another week of non-stop cycling news and views going

Mon, Apr 29, 2024 08:45

Travels in cycling hyperreality – Artist draws gorgeous rear cassette piece – in pencil

150 hours of work went into this lovely piece of bike-related art

Sun, Apr 28, 2024 17:52

Cyclists in London folding bike and road cyclist – copyright Simon MacMichael

Charity slams government’s “shocking lack of progress” on active travel

Institute for Public Policy Research says latest data also highlight “widening health inequalities” and “failure of levelling up”

Sun, Apr 28, 2024 12:39

Near Miss of the Day 902: “I can’t believe I wasn’t hit”

Cyclist changed the way he approaches roundabout in Gloucestershire after two previous near misses – but still got a very close pass from a driver

Sun, Apr 28, 2024 09:47

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BMC claims “business is back on track” despite refusal of ‘short-time working compensation’ and more staff reportedly leaving the business

The Swiss bike brand had an application for local government to pick up some of the tab for its worker’s salaries refused, but says this was “all hot air” and is now hiring again, while also positioning itself as a brand with “no entry level bikes”

Sat, Apr 27, 2024 14:15

Will head-up display cycling shades finally catch on with the launch of the Qidi Vida Smart AR glasses? Plus a £6k limited edition Campagnolo groupset, £16k custom titanium road bike, the maddest shoes you’ll see this week + more

Check out Look’s updated climbing bike, new clothing from Rapha, Oakley and Pas Normal Studios, Fizik’s latest 3D saddle, and carbon kit for a superlight Brompton

Sat, Apr 27, 2024 11:00

Cyclist in London on the phone – copyright Simon MacMichael

Cyclist in Australia slapped with $1,161 fine for using phone while riding, as police “remind cyclists that they are subject to the same rules as motorists”

The hefty penalty came half an hour after another cyclist was fined $619 for riding through a nearby red light

Sat, Apr 27, 2024 08:15

Police threaten “regular patrols” and £50 fines in crackdown on cyclists in pedestrian area

The police force urged residents to report wrongdoing, with 'no cycling' signs installed on the route

Fri, Apr 26, 2024 16:01

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Scribe introduces new SL lightweight wheel range with lofty aero claims

New wheels outperform Roval’s (admittedly superseded) CLX I in the wind tunnel, says UK brand, and the prices look good

Fri, Apr 26, 2024 12:23

Trek offering up to 30% off bikes and parts in crazy April MTB sale

Huge discounts on Trek bikes, components and shoes.

Fri, Apr 26, 2024 10:52

Life Cycles auction April 2024 (Eddisons)

Auction for bike shop stock worth £500,000, including Shimano, Specialized, Trek, Cannondale and Campagnolo products

Bidding closes next week, the stock of major Leeds retailer Life Cycles open for offers following the company entering liquidation

Fri, Apr 26, 2024 09:44

“You’ll get ten tickets a day doing this”: Motorbike rider in cycle lane almost sweeps oncoming cyclist and close passes Jeremy Vine; Cyclists hail Stuttgart’s rack railway with bike trailer; Fancy a role in a Danny Boyle movie? + more on the live blog

Another week comes to an end, Adwitiya’s on the live blog hot seat this Friday to get you over the line onto the weekend with all the latest cycling news

Fri, Apr 26, 2024 08:33

Rapha Clubhouse London (copyright Simon MacMichael)

Rapha makes redundancies as US office closes in “realigning” of business due to “current market dynamics”

CEO Francois Convercey said Rapha would "do everything we can to support those affected" and the move would "better reflect our strategic priorities"

Fri, Apr 26, 2024 07:57

“It’s really encouraging to see the public taking responsibility for road safety”: Police force praises cyclists and other road users for reporting mobile phone-using drivers

The force received over 150 different videos of drivers using the mobile phone illegally from road users

Thu, Apr 25, 2024 15:15

2022 Stages indoor bike trainer, 2024 Giant TCR Advanced Pro 1

Giant sues Stages Cycling and recruits four top executives from the now-shutdown US power meter brand

Giant, which manufactures many products for Stages, has filed the lawsuit citing £11 million in unpaid invoices and already manufactured products valued at £5.4 million

Thu, Apr 25, 2024 10:25

Trek joins Specialized in slashing prices; Ed Laverack aiming to reclaim Sa Calobra KOM from Tom Pidcock’s “crazy” time; “It’s a great problem for us”: Van Rysel delighted with interest in sold out RCR; Where’s Cav?; Giro teams + more on the live blog

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

Thu, Apr 25, 2024 08:21

“It is openly anti-cycling infrastructure”: Cyclists debunk residents group’s flyer objecting to much-maligned cycle lane because it would replace a strip of grass verge

Cyclists accused the residents group of already having their minds made up after the “openly anti-cycling infrastructure” leaflet was distributed

Wed, Apr 24, 2024 16:48