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“Culture of recklessness” has developed on roads, says minister – as cyclists slam government inaction; Are dockless hire bikes a “nuisance” in cities?; Could new driving eye test make cycling safer?; Remco and Wout to Bora rumours + more on the live blog

Snow is falling, the road racing season is underway, and Ryan Mallon’s back with more wintery cycling news and views on the Tuesday live blog

Tue, Jan 16, 2024 10:11
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External cable routing FTW! Five cool things we’re reviewing from Condor, Cinelli, Garmin, InvisiFRAME and Cycology

This week we're looking at two bikes built for adventure, a very premium turbo trainer and some accessories as part of our regular round-up of road.cc review products

Mon, Jan 15, 2024 17:23
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Under-fire police force releases full video of cyclists fined for ignoring red light amid questions over original footage

Some have questioned why Surrey Police initially uploaded a shortened video which only showed the moments following the offence, after a group ride was stopped and issued fixed penalty notices at the weekend

Mon, Jan 15, 2024 17:10
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New research finds commuting by bike can improve mental health, with those who cycle to work less likely to be prescribed antidepressants

"This work suggests that cycle commuting is causally related to reduced mental ill-health and provides further evidence in support of the promotion of active travel to encourage commuters travelling shorter distances to shift to cycle commutes"

Mon, Jan 15, 2024 15:37
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YouTube driving instructor Ashley Neal visits new CYCLOPS cycling junction… and calls it an “absolutely awful waste of time and money”

Part of a £15 million active travel project, the junction separates cyclists from traffic with an outer ring of bike path, however Neal criticised the long wait times at traffic lights and called it "utterly pointless" and "just a big PR stunt"

Mon, Jan 15, 2024 12:20
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“Obviously designed by a motorist”: New “Kerplunk-style” slalom barriers on cycle path divide opinion; Bizarre Wout van Aert/Tory party crossover; Cyclists blast party’s call for bus lane suspension; Footballers who ride Lime Bikes + more on the live blog

It’s a cold and frosty Monday, and Ryan Mallon is back with more cycling news, views, and nonsense on the live blog

Mon, Jan 15, 2024 10:09
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Shimano is developing AI suspension adjustment

A Shimano-filed patent suggests self-learning suspension and dropper post adjustment

Mon, Jan 15, 2024 09:00
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Delivery driver who hit cyclist and blamed low sun found not guilty of causing death by careless driving

In court Christopher Morrison said he had not seen cyclist Robert Cowie — who died after being struck by the driver before falling into the path of another driver's vehicle — due to sun glare and suggested "maybe it was bouncing off his high-vis vest"

Sun, Jan 14, 2024 17:16
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Four cyclists fined as police force shares footage of group ride stopped for ignoring red light

"Stopped these four cyclists after they were observed contravening a red traffic light. Fixed penalty notices issued to all."

Sun, Jan 14, 2024 15:08
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Joey Barton’s latest unhinged cycling-related social media rant tackles “road tax, insurance and MOT” for cyclists

The former footballer has ramped up his activity on social media since being sacked as manager of Bristol Rovers, regularly attacking broadcaster and pro-cycling voice Jeremy Vine

Sun, Jan 14, 2024 10:48
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“Come pedal in our shoes for a day and see what we experience”: Cyclists urge safety action after driver smashes into group ride in shocking collision

The incident in Florida last week saw a 77-year-old woman, reportedly on the wrong side of the road and "well above the speed limit", crash into the group ride and cause seven riders to be taken to hospital

Sat, Jan 13, 2024 15:51
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Safety works confirmed for “optical illusion” cycle lane behind more than 100 injuries, as infrastructure branded an “utter pantomime”

Last week more people came forward with tales of trips and falls caused by the confusing kerb height at the side of the cycling infrastructure, with more than 100 people believed to have been injured in 22 months

Sat, Jan 13, 2024 13:04
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Check out the anti-theft light that uses Apple technology to “locate your bike anywhere in the world” + more tech news from Shimano, Garmin, Lazer, Enve…

Find out about Shimano's plans for AI-controlled bikes, Lazer’s high-tech helmet, Enve’s lightweight hubs, the app for reporting potholes, and new stuff from Vredestein, Vallon + more

Sat, Jan 13, 2024 12:00
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Road rage motorist arrested for dangerous driving after knocking cyclist over and throwing bike away

"He deliberately shoved me into oncoming traffic, then used his vehicle to drive over the poor cyclist who'd come to help me, and then he pushed me..."

Sat, Jan 13, 2024 11:33
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Chain Reaction Cycles announces closing of flagship Belfast store

The ripples of WiggleCRC entering administration continue, with the company launching an ‘everything must go’ sale at the store

Fri, Jan 12, 2024 17:38
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“They have all the resources in the world to pick on cyclists”: Council slammed for stopping and fining cyclists on pedestrianised city centre street

South Wales Police has issued over a dozen Fixed Penalty Notices to cyclists riding on the “popular” city centre route in the last two months

Fri, Jan 12, 2024 15:57
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“How are cyclists at fault for drivers parking on cycle paths?” Tory MP slams “unloved” cycle lanes – by posting photos of drivers blocking them; The Hague police move barriers blocking cycle lane after complaints; GB pursuit gold + more on the live blog

It’s Friday, the Tour Down Under is underway, and Ryan Mallon’s back with more cycling news and views on the live blog – what’s not to love?

Fri, Jan 12, 2024 09:52
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Driver who drank bottle of vodka and took cocaine, MDMA, and cannabis before killing cyclist and fleeing scene jailed for six years and nine months

After killing a 54-year-old cyclist as he sped through a red light, Sam Hughes initially tried to deceive the police by providing a false name, before eventually pleading guilty to causing death by careless driving

Thu, Jan 11, 2024 18:59
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“You have to dig in for the next three to five years”: What lies ahead for a struggling bike industry in 2024? More expert analysis, plus our Cycling Sgt. Pepper image discussed

With the bike industry facing severe headwinds as it enters 2024, we discuss its prospects for the year ahead with industry stalwart Rory Hitchens – and it’s not all doom and gloom. Plus, our majestic Sgt. Pepper year review image: a ‘Making Of’ special

Thu, Jan 11, 2024 17:42
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“We warned that voting for these parties would lead to anti-car measures”: 20mph speed limit plan to “really encourage more cycle journeys” slammed as “nuts” and “extremely worrying”

Opposition councillors have fiercely criticised the council’s “out of the blue” proposal to introduce a “default” 20mph limit in residential areas

Thu, Jan 11, 2024 15:59
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Lotto Dstny reveals new Orbea team bikes – and you can buy their replicas

Belgian pro team unites with Spanish bike brand Orbea, unveiling team bikes and consumer-ready replicas

Thu, Jan 11, 2024 15:00
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Southwark Council replacing over 100 car parking spaces with e-bike and e-scooter bays

The 147 new e-bike and e-scooter will cost £200,000 to install

Thu, Jan 11, 2024 12:00
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“If there was ever a clear indication to turn around, go home & climb back into bed”: Barmy bike lane markings leave cyclists scratching their heads; Roglič sets sights to beat Vingegaard and Pogačar at Tour de France + more on the live blog

It’s been a while, but Adwitiya has finally put on his best (and warmest) live blog outfit this Thursday to bring you all the latest and greatest from the cycling world

Thu, Jan 11, 2024 10:03
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7 weird and wonderful cycling/fitness gadgets from CES 2024, including the indoor bike that charges your laptop, earphones that give you a training programme, and an e-bike you control with a smart ring

CES - formerly the Consumer Electronics Show – returns this week with more exciting new tech. Here’s our pick of the most interesting cycling-related gadgets…

Wed, Jan 10, 2024 16:50
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Go Outdoors aims to resolve national shortage of cycle mechanics – by offering apprenticeships to store staff

Retailer to provide Cytech-accredited courses to staff with aim of having a mechanic in each store - however, current and former bike mechanics cite low pay and long hours as reasons for the shortages

Wed, Jan 10, 2024 15:06
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