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Council set to scrap £100k leisure cycling route – after bike riders branded it a “waste of money”

Campaigners said plan for route in west Harrogate was “not sensible because it would not make a meaningful difference to the cycle network”

Tue, Dec 12, 2023 16:34

“What sort of message does that send out?” – Cyclist mugged for bike on Birmingham canal advised by police to avoid route in future

Victim was left bloodied after being hit with hammer during “brutal attack”

Tue, Dec 12, 2023 13:32

Specialized reveals 2024 colour schemes and the new £3,250 Aethos 9r

Tarmac SL7, Crux and Diverge STR get refreshed colours, and you can now get your hands on a lightweight Aethos for less

Tue, Dec 12, 2023 12:24

Co-op bike racks (Norwich Cycling Campaign)

“Are you happy to lose customers?”: Dismay as Co-op replaces popular bike parking with “two useless wheel benders”; Pro cycling bullying accusations as Uijtdebroeks transfer saga rumbles on; Cycling Santas target world record + more on the live blog

The Christmas countdown is well underway, but more importantly we've got nine live blogs left 'til the big day... Dan Alexander bringing you your first this Tuesday

Tue, Dec 12, 2023 09:06

Samuel James/ St Nicholas Lane, Basildon

Motorcyclist who failed drug test jailed for causing crash which left cyclist needing leg amputated

Samuel James has been jailed for three and a half years, the prosecutor saying the motorcyclist was "likely to be significantly impaired" by the drugs in his system

Mon, Dec 11, 2023 13:04

National Fire Chiefs Council backs call for e-bike batteries to require third-party approval before going on sale

"We are urging an MP to adopt the Bill that would introduce much-needed measures to improve safety"

Mon, Dec 11, 2023 12:58

National regulator issues e-bike and e-scooter safety warning

The Office for Product Safety and Standards releases steps to consider when buying an e-bike or e-scooter

Mon, Dec 11, 2023 11:13

Halfords display bike set-up ridiculed by cyclists

“All the right parts, but not necessarily in the right places”: Halfords’ questionable bike set-up ridiculed; Master Troll Chris Froome pokes fun at transfer saga drama with timely training photo; Cycling and walking MP steps down + more on the live blog

Having finally bothered to put this Christmas tree up over the weekend, a surprisingly festive Ryan Mallon is back with all your latest cycling updates on the Monday live blog

Mon, Dec 11, 2023 10:08

Motorist who racially abused and reversed into group of cyclists in “distressing” attack handed suspended sentence and banned from driving for 20 months

Four cyclists were injured and their bikes damaged in the attack, described by local police as “completely and utterly unacceptable”

Sun, Dec 10, 2023 19:05

School coach driver tells cyclist he’s “not really bothered” about killing someone after close pass

UPDATE: Royale European Coaches has now confirmed the driver is suspended pending a "full investigation"

Sun, Dec 10, 2023 17:38

Bike stolen during violent attack by moped rider in Regent’s Park

“Copycat” moped mugger kicks cyclist into fence, threatens to stab him, and steals bike in yet another violent bikejacking

The incident, which took place in Regent’s Park, left the cyclist with cuts and bruises, and has been described as a “copycat” attack after a spate of violent robberies targeting cyclists

Sun, Dec 10, 2023 15:28

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What’s the best way to watch live cycling following the closure of GCN+?

As the cycling streaming app prepares to shut its doors, might bike racing struggle for attention in the coming years? Here are your options for streaming in numerous territories, plus some crystal ball gazing about how cycling fans might be affected

Sun, Dec 10, 2023 12:00

Cargo bike outside Waitrose in Headington, Oxford

“It’s like a HGV parking in a car space”: Row erupts over cargo bike “blocking” pedestrian entrance to Waitrose

The customer’s complaint has been described as “absolutely pathetic” by cyclists, who pointed out that the bike was parked at a cycle rack and argued that there was “plenty of room” to access the shop

Sat, Dec 09, 2023 17:24

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Bradley Wiggins launches NSPCC campaign (NSPCC)

Sir Bradley Wiggins: “I don’t ride a bike anymore because I don’t like the person I became when I was on it”

As part of a new BBC documentary on imposter syndrome, the 2012 Tour de France winner admits he has no memory of standing on the Champs-Élysées in the yellow jersey, and that his estranged father once told him, “You’ll never be as good as your old man”

Sat, Dec 09, 2023 14:27

Check out the most bizarre auto-shift drivetrain you’ll ever see, plus more tech news from Zwift, Cube, Le Col, Hiplok, Muc-Off, MAAP and more

Find out about cool updates from Zwift, new weatherproof clothing from Le Col, a tiny rechargeable bike pump, and how to get hold of Hiplok’s anti-angle grinder locks

Sat, Dec 09, 2023 12:00

“I don’t care that I’m in the bike lane, just go around me!”: Note on car parked in a cycle lane leaves cyclists dumbfounded and angry

A note stuck on the windscreen wiper of a car parked in the middle of a bike lane in Boston has gone viral — and cyclists can’t make sense of the sheer audacity

Fri, Dec 08, 2023 15:13

No prison sentence for drink driver who fled scene after hitting cyclist and then kicked two police officers

The driver, who was found with a bottle of alcohol in the car and slurring her words, has been disqualified from driving for three years

Fri, Dec 08, 2023 12:23

Former F1 team owner Eddie Jordan launches e-bike brand

The urban bikes are as bold and brash as he is and the culmination of a partnership with D&D Electric

Fri, Dec 08, 2023 09:40

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Cycling mythbusting: Cyclists don’t have insurance edition; Your thoughts on 1x set-ups — are they the future?; 2024 European Capital of Cycling is… Manchester!? Cue the complaints and laughter from local riders; New kit day + more on the live blog

It's beginning to look a lot like... the weekend! Dan Alexander is on live blog duty for you this Friday

Fri, Dec 08, 2023 09:10

Pelican Train – an e-cargo bike land train that can carry 500kg

France's Pelican reveals its latest 500kg capable e-bike load hauling solution

Fri, Dec 08, 2023 07:45

VanMoof in New York by Enrique Alarcon via Unsplash

New York landlords are banning e-bikes even when the batteries meet safety standards

Concerns include legal liabilities, property damage, and noise and nuisance

Thu, Dec 07, 2023 18:45

Tower Hamlets road closure (via Twitter video)

Campaigners raise £37,000 for a legal challenge to stop Tower Hamlets mayor from ripping out low-traffic neighbourhoods

The London borough’s council had previously voted to scrap the traffic calming measures, despite “overwhelming” support for the walking and cycling schemes

Thu, Dec 07, 2023 17:32

Cyclist almost gets doored by a driver in Ford Transit

Ford claims its new van can solve the issue of “cyclists getting doored” by drivers and passengers

The American automaker's new model comes equipped with “exit warning” sensors to alert people inside cars about oncoming cyclists

Thu, Dec 07, 2023 15:43

Does Garmin’s new Tacx Neo 3M trainer really offer “the most realistic indoor ride yet”?

New direct-drive trainer, priced at £1,749.99, offers multi-directional movement courtesy of integrated motion plates – taking on the Wahoo Kickr Move

Thu, Dec 07, 2023 13:16

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Investigation suggests workers at Shimano’s supplier subjected to “slavery-like” exploitation

Shimano’s Malaysian supplier has been accused of physical abuse and threats, unlawful salary deductions, and unpaid suspension

Thu, Dec 07, 2023 12:38