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“I feel a real responsibility to get this right”: Former Ineos manager Rod Ellingworth named as new Tour of Britain race director

The 51-year-old, who left the British squad in November, will take on the new role as part of British Cycling’s commitment to deliver the men’s and women’s races in 2024

Wed, Mar 13, 2024 11:16
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“Say goodbye to sunglasses in road races”: Cycling world reacts to Alberto Bettiol’s ultra-aero solo victory in TT helmet with visor; Van Aert’s monstrous training ride; Does your bike have a bottom bracket garden? + more on the live blog

Welcome one and all to the Wednesday live blog with Dan Alexander, your one-stop shop for all the cycling news, reaction and more

Wed, Mar 13, 2024 08:47
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Cyclists fed up with “ridiculous” lamppost blocking busy cycle lane for five months

Frustrations have led to a "Give Back This Space" sign being placed on the "clearly dangerous" pole at the intersection of three bike lanes, the council having said it was to be removed months ago

Tue, Mar 12, 2024 17:18
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Wiggle Chain Reaction parent company appoints liquidators

Latest update comes after Mike Ashley's Frasers Group, which also owns Evans Cycles and Sports Direct, reportedly bought WiggleCRC's brand and intellectual property for less than £10 million, leading to 450 job cuts

Tue, Mar 12, 2024 12:19
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The bike industry is “in chaos” says boss: so what do Trek’s plans to ‘right size’ mean for the industry… and you?

US company plans to cut spending by 10% and reduce the number of product options it offers by 40% – find out why this is important for you, even if you don’t ride a Trek

Tue, Mar 12, 2024 12:19
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Orbea launches the Diem: an urban e-bike with a Shimano motor and a funky seat tube

Basque brand’s Diem is an all-singing, all-dancing “urban mobility solution”

Tue, Mar 12, 2024 11:31
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“How is this even a question?” Cyclists slam “who’s in the right” poll after rider struck by corner-cutting driver; Red light hypocrisy as lorry driver speeds through junction; LTN congestion claims blasted; Pog on the Poggio + more on the live blog

Is it Milan-Sanremo time yet? No, apparently it’s still just Tuesday, so join Ryan Mallon as he counts down the hours to Pogačar’s attack on the Poggio on the live blog

Tue, Mar 12, 2024 10:12
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Cyclist who survived cougar attack had face trapped in cat’s bite for 15 minutes before other riders used bike to pin animal down

More than $70,000 has been raised for Keri McCorkle who was cycling with friends in Washington state when two animals began following the group, one of them latching onto her face

Tue, Mar 12, 2024 09:26
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Better knowledge of Highway Code changes to protect cyclists and more 20mph speed limits recommended by professor who argues active travel is “best buy” for improving nation’s health

Writing in the British Medical Journal, Professor Scarlett McNally made the case for exercise and active travel being a "miracle cure" that "improves physical and mental health and reduces demands on NHS services and the need for social care"

Mon, Mar 11, 2024 17:50
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Five cool kicks in for review from Fizik, Specialized, Trek, and Cafe du Cycliste

Carbon soles, sock-like construction and laces - we'll be putting all the performance and comfort claims of these cycling shoes to the test

Mon, Mar 11, 2024 16:32
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Irish police officer suspended for three years cleared of wrongdoing having given unclaimed bicycle to “vulnerable and isolated” elderly man for transport during the pandemic

The garda was cleared at a disciplinary inquiry and had "significant support" from colleagues after giving the bike to a vulnerable man in a rural area who needed help getting to the shops during the Covid pandemic

Mon, Mar 11, 2024 12:34
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Cyclist seriously injured in crash has bike stolen by two men who stopped to help

The cyclist was treated for his injuries in hospital, two passers-by making off with his bicycle having helped him to his feet

Mon, Mar 11, 2024 10:32
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The King versus Strava KOMs: Sean Kelly admonishes focus on Strava times, says he doesn’t “really take any interest in them”; Are cycle circuits the “only option” to save British bike racing? Fancy a job as a postie on Alpe d’Huez? + more on the live blog

It’s Monday and Ryan Mallon would like to thank the Academy for another day of cycling news and views on the live blog

Mon, Mar 11, 2024 09:53
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“I can’t think of any British bike race that would run at a profit”: Another organiser cancels cycle race amid spiralling costs

Despite praise from locals, the council and police for the inaugural Bourne CiCLE Festival, Brian Moran has pulled the plug on future editions due to "red tape and police costs"

Sun, Mar 10, 2024 16:44
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Near Miss of the Day 895: Cyclist close passed by multiple drivers in space of seconds, including shocker from lorry driver

"When the first lorry overtook I was chuffed, but then..."

Sun, Mar 10, 2024 11:23
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“Disgraceful that vulnerable road users have to put up with this”: Renewed call from cyclists for drivers to be banned from using popular park as rat-run

Many have called for through-traffic to be banned from Richmond Park, the 2,500-acre green space in south-west London a popular destination for cyclists and home to numerous car parks for visitors — however, it is also used as a cut-through route

Sun, Mar 10, 2024 09:34
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“It is almost like having an unexploded bomb in your house”: New figures reveal 11 deaths from e-bike fires in UK last year, as MPs call for tighter regulations

Latest calls come soon after London Fire Brigade urged users to check whether their vehicles have "dangerous" UPP lithium battery that has repeatedly "failed catastrophically and caused devastating fires"

Sat, Mar 09, 2024 16:36
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“We would have liked to see more going towards cycling”: Frog Bikes co-founder disappointed by little “encouraging kids to cycle” in budget

Jeremy Hunt's budget, including the freeze on fuel duty, was criticised by a leading think tank and Cycling UK, the IPPR saying it is "just tinkering around the edges" of necessary transport changes

Sat, Mar 09, 2024 13:04
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Cyclist injured by homemade nail trap, warns local riders of hidden danger on popular trail after suffering puncture wound

"I'm still somewhat in shock that someone actually welded this thing together and put it on a trail"

Sat, Mar 09, 2024 09:44
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“The assumption was Wiggle Chain Reaction wasn’t going anywhere”: Ex-employee talks “shock” at retail giant’s demise, plus THAT Visma Giro helmet discussed on the road.cc Podcast

In episode 72 of the road.cc Podcast, we go behind the scenes at Wiggle CRC to find out what really went on at the beleaguered retailer over the last few gloomy months, while Jamie and Ryan dissect pro cycling’s latest controversy: ugly time trial helmets

Fri, Mar 08, 2024 18:59
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Fancy a bargain this weekend? Star bikes, team bikes and a lot more

Whether you’re looking for components, clothing, or a complete new bike, here’s how to get yourself a great deal… you'll need to get a wiggle on though

Fri, Mar 08, 2024 16:55
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Government tried to bury report which found that Low Traffic Neighbourhoods are effective and popular

The official report, ordered by Rishi Sunak in an attempt to stop LTNs being installed by councils, concluded that the schemes are “effective in… reducing traffic volumes within their zones while adverse impacts on boundary roads appear to be limited”

Fri, Mar 08, 2024 16:39
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Near Miss of the Day 894: Police take action after confused motorist drives onto bike lane and narrowly misses cyclists and pedestrians in city centre square

“It’s a very busy area with pedestrians and cyclists, and there’s absolutely no access to cars… Perhaps this driver was very faithfully following an out of date sat-nav!”

Fri, Mar 08, 2024 13:56
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Cube the latest to use Bosch SX motor, this time on an electric urban bike

The Editor Hybrid range oozes “simpliCITY” (yes, we hate it too)

Fri, Mar 08, 2024 12:18
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