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St Margaret’s Church car park (Google Maps)

“The church is under threat”: Vicar fears cycle lane outside church car park will drive away the congregation

“Our bells have been ringing out since the mid-1800s… Now we face extinction simply because of a crazy traffic system”

Fri, Jan 05, 2024 12:13

Wandsworth station bike rack (Human & Travels/Twitter)

Yet another questionably designed place to park your bike — “chocolate teapot” station bicycle rack confuses cyclists; Dave Brailsford meets Manchester United squad; An all too familiar bike theft tale; From the (Daily) Mail-bag + more on the live blog

For the first time in about two weeks we're pretty certain what day of the week it is... Dan Alexander is on duty for your Friday live blog

Fri, Jan 05, 2024 09:17

In need of some New Year motivation? Then get ready for the 2024 Dragon Ride, the UK’s longest, toughest, and most iconic sportive Sponsored

Entries reopen on Monday for the 20th anniversary edition of the legendarily gruelling Welsh ride

Fri, Jan 05, 2024 09:00

Boy throwing golf ball at cyclist, Belfast

“Who would want to hurt an older lady cyclist?”: Two boys injure cyclist by throwing golf ball at her

UPDATE: Having viewed the CCTV footage available the police said they would not be able to identify the culprits

Thu, Jan 04, 2024 16:27

The road.cc Recommends awards 2023/24 are coming soon: All the very best bikes, gear + components plus our overall Bike of the Year will be revealed

Starting next week, we’re revealing a year's worth of the best cycling products. From outstanding bikes to game-changing components and accessories, and stylish clothing, join us as we unveil the cream of the crop…

Thu, Jan 04, 2024 11:04

No home charging? Yamaha forms new company to run swappable e-bike battery stations

New ‘Enyring’ company will work on subscription basis and eliminates need to charge at home or replace the battery when it’s at the end of its life cycle

Thu, Jan 04, 2024 10:41

Cycle lane incident (@n00dles71/Twitter)

“So who should be giving way to who here?” Cyclist asks for Highway Code answers after near miss with driver turning HGV across cycle lane; A cyclocross race for people who hate their bike; Van Aert laughs at our NCN complaints + more on the live blog

A first live blog of 2024 for Dan Alexander (and the darts is over)... it's back to January reality! We'll have all the news, reaction and more for you this Thursday...

Thu, Jan 04, 2024 09:35

More pedestrian injuries reported on “optical illusion” cycle lane, with one casualty claiming it must have been “designed by toddlers”

Several new reports were made over the Christmas period, multiple pedestrians suffering minor injuries and one asking if it is the council's intention "to attract tourists to the UK's most dangerous cycle path?"

Wed, Jan 03, 2024 17:19

WiggleCRC owed Haribo £20,000, plus millions of pounds to other cycling brands, administrator’s proposal document reveals

Figures published by the beleaguered online cycling retailer's administrator suggest £1 million was owed to two major cycling distributors, although some debts listed have now been paid

Wed, Jan 03, 2024 14:50

Battle on the Beach sells out in record time

The 10th edition of the sandy gravel race attracted over 1,000 participants in 24h

Wed, Jan 03, 2024 14:44

Scott Frontier 300 introduces two-day ride option

And encourages more women to take part in 2024

Wed, Jan 03, 2024 12:53

Cyclist threatened with legal action for posting video of close pass by driver in company-branded van

The company claimed the video and information posted on YouTube amounted to trademark infringement and said it was "prepared to take legal action if necessary" unless the content was removed

Wed, Jan 03, 2024 11:44

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National Swimming Network? Council slammed for slow response to cycle tunnel flooding; Red Bull moves into cycling with Bora; Waterlogged bike paths; Carrying two fridges by bike (and on head); Cyclocross police presence boosted + more on the live blog

It’s Wednesday, 2024 is in full swing, and Ryan Mallon is back for another helping of cycling news and views on the live blog

Wed, Jan 03, 2024 10:19

The Dolas Defender 250 e-bike has three wheels, three motors and a colossal battery

Want a new way to travel in tandem? This triple-wheeled beast could be the answer

Tue, Jan 02, 2024 18:15

Will we finally see a new Trek Emonda and updated SRAM Red groupset in 2024? Pro riders spotted on potential new climbing bike, plus unidentified SRAM callipers

What appears to be an unreleased Trek Emonda has been leaked as well as images that strongly suggest the imminent launch of SRAM Red

Tue, Jan 02, 2024 15:28

The upcoming Volt Lite electric folding bike has a mid-drive motor, hub gears and a belt drive

Will cost under £3,000 and comes with a powerful Bafang mid-motor

Tue, Jan 02, 2024 13:15

Stagecoach bus garage (Robin Webster CC BY-SA 2.0)

Stagecoach bus company reports no offence committed after cyclist made “citizen’s arrest” on driver over alleged close pass which “nearly wiped him out”

Following an investigation and review of CCTV footage, Stagecoach concluded "the driver did not put the cyclist at risk in any way", a breathalyser also disproving the allegation the driver must have been "under the influence"

Tue, Jan 02, 2024 13:05

Warning that bike theft has been “decriminalised” as stats show 89% of reported cases unsolved

Liberal Democrat analysis of Home Office figures found that more than 365,000 reported bike thefts have gone unsolved since 2019

Tue, Jan 02, 2024 11:22

Cycle lane parking in Belfast (credit – Dominic Bryan, Twitter)

“Stop victim blaming”: Government’s New Year’s call for all road users to “share responsibility” for safety slammed; Ganna teases new Kask ear-o helmet; Larry Warbasse bags “ultimate” 89.5km Strava KOM; Mud bath bike tests + more on the live blog

The Quality Street tin is empty, the Hootenanny is now a distant memory, and Mathieu van der Poel’s spit has finally dried on that cyclocross spectator’s coat – which must mean it’s time for Ryan Mallon to bring you the first live blog of the year

Tue, Jan 02, 2024 09:50

Melissa Hoskins at the 2015 Women’s Tour

“An athlete of rare prowess” – AusCycling leads tributes to Melissa Dennis, née Hoskins

Reports detail police allegations over role of husband Rohan Dennis in her death

Mon, Jan 01, 2024 17:53

Uno-X pro cyclists hospitalised due to carbon monoxide poisoning after team bonding session

Team doctor found rider in a state of drowsiness after he raised alarm following visit to kart track

Mon, Jan 01, 2024 14:15

New figures reveal two bike-jackings a day now taking place in London

Recent incidents target riders in and around Regent’s Park in the early morning

Sun, Dec 31, 2023 15:41

Melissa and Rohan Dennis (via Instagram)

Rohan Dennis reportedly charged with killing his wife Melissa after she was struck by pick-up truck

Media outlets in Australia name cyclist as driver and his wife as victim of incident in Adelaide yesterday evening

Sun, Dec 31, 2023 10:39

Mathieu van der Poel spitting at Hulst World Cup December 2023

Mathieu van der Poel spits at “booing” spectator on way to 7th straight win (+ video)

Incident overshadows extension of winning streak – but world champ says he’s had enough of the boos (and worse?)

Sat, Dec 30, 2023 17:49

A619 Chatsworth Road outside Chesterfield

Derbyshire potholes claimed to be caused by cycle lane works – but council says they are due to extreme weather

Local resident claims workers installing active travel infrasturcture are making the holes and leaving them unfilled

Sat, Dec 30, 2023 15:43