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Road safety group runs mandatory cycling helmets poll… 85% reject proposal

"It would be fair to say our latest reader survey, on whether cycle helmets should become compulsory, elicited a strong response," the organisation concluded after just 14 per cent of respondents agreed with the proposal

Tue, Oct 17, 2023 12:14

“Pretty crazy” moment grizzly bear charges just past cyclist

"Dude on the bike has never pedalled harder"

Tue, Oct 17, 2023 09:52

Cyclists in London (copyright Britishcycling.org_.uk).jpg

Cycling, rather than driving, linked to pursuing “common good” and neighbourliness, study finds; “Push bikes go past you” on 20mph roads, say Welsh residents; Cyclists blast “victim-blaming worst road safety ad ever”; Running pros + more on the live blog

It’s Tuesday and, just like Ineos and Jim Ratcliffe’s bid for Manchester United, Ryan Mallon is here to give at least 25 percent effort on today’s live blog

Tue, Oct 17, 2023 09:13

Cyclist endures epic 22,500-mile journey around the world in 430 days… has bike stolen outside London pub

"I went for a drink with a couple of friends who I was in the army with, just catching up... I came out and the bike was not there"

Mon, Oct 16, 2023 16:21

The uh-oh, autumn’s here edition! Five cool things coming soon from Karcher, Trek, Wahoo, Santini, and GripGrab

The weather has got colder all of a sudden and the nights are drawing in, so here are five cool things that we’re reviewing on road.cc to help you enjoy your autumn riding

Mon, Oct 16, 2023 16:13

Pro rider quick to slam Bora-Hansgrohe for “out of order” Specialized TT bikes

"That's not cool, I came here to learn... it would be nice if my bikes were in order"

Mon, Oct 16, 2023 12:21

Check out 10 stunning bikes from Bespoked Handmade Bicycle Show

Something for everyone with every type of bike and a variety of materials with our pick of the most eyecatching carbon, steel and titanium bikes from the expo

Mon, Oct 16, 2023 11:47

“We get a lot of kids wheelie-ing through”: Police claim danger of “anti-social behaviour” should be tackled with town centre cycling ban

The police force has now called upon the council to extend the pedestrianisation rules to also prohibit cycling through the town centre

Mon, Oct 16, 2023 11:01

E-bike riding helps adults manage type 2 diabetes, study finds

Participants enjoyed being able to ride a bike comfortably due to less physical exertion than a conventional bike, and being able to ride further, faster and on hillier terrain

Mon, Oct 16, 2023 09:45

Cyclist in Brazil hangs onto back of bus with feet

Sticky bumper cyclist hanging onto back of bus by his feet divides internet; Britain’s worst bike path? Cyclist reports neglected cycle route; Josh Tarling goes wrong way at roundabout during time trial – and still beats Evenepoel + more on the live blog

It’s Monday, and that means only one thing – another week on the live blog! Ryan Mallon is here to blow away the cobwebs and kickstart the week with all your essential cycling new and views

Mon, Oct 16, 2023 08:59

Britain’s bike theft scourge continues: Brazen thief attempts to steal bike outside Asda in broad daylight – as bystander withdraws cash – and moped muggers target club ride

Two club riders were the victims of a bikejacking in London on Saturday morning, after moped-riding thieves told them to “get off your f***ing bikes” while stopped at lights on a busy road

Sun, Oct 15, 2023 20:33

Unique traffic-calming device in Temse, Belgium

Striking bike crash sculpture is making motorists “drive noticeably slower,” says artist

The rather unique traffic-calming measure, located at a notoriously dangerous junction, is the brainchild of Belgian artist Hilaire Smet, who wanted to convey the dangers of distracted driving

Sun, Oct 15, 2023 17:20

Cyclist LTN planter, Hackney London (by Adwitiya Pal)

Cycling campaigners slammed for organising “deeply distasteful” protest demanding safer streets following two fatal collisions

“Trying to influence policy in the shadow of tragedy like this has resulted in poor policy and is putting people off cycling,” a former councillor said

Sun, Oct 15, 2023 14:27

Business owners blast “totally crazy, ridiculous” plans to remove two car parking spaces – to make way for eight hire bikes

“We are not against cycling. We need them somewhere around here but not on our business parking spaces”

Sun, Oct 15, 2023 11:52

“Car-centric” council missed massive pothole that killed 84-year-old cyclist because “primary focus” was to identify “dangers to cars”, not bikes

The local authority is also accused of “defying logic” by claiming that the crack – visible on Google Maps since 2009 – must have closed “on its own” prior to an inspection months before Harry Colledge’s death

Sat, Oct 14, 2023 17:26

Vittoria Bussi sets new Hour Record of 50.267km

Flying Vittoria Bussi becomes first woman to break 50km barrier as she reclaims UCI Hour Record

The Italian made history by riding 50.267km, beating Ellen van Dijk’s mark of 49.254km by over a kilometre, and surpassing her own previous best by over two kilometres

Sat, Oct 14, 2023 15:13

Herne Bay cycle path cracks (Sean Beaver, Facebook)

New cycle path branded “waste of taxpayers’ money” as cyclist counts 233 “huge” cracks in surface – six months after it was built

“At this rate the new path will not be safe to use in the next few months,” the cyclist said, after noticing the surface crumble and deteriorate over the summer

Sat, Oct 14, 2023 13:59

Maxim Van Gils punches Georgios Bouglas during Japan Cup Criterium

Lotto Dstny pro apologises for hitting rider after reacting to “dangerous behaviour” during sprint

Maxim Van Gils has been fined by the UCI for striking Georgios Bouglas at the end of the Japan Cup Criterium

Sat, Oct 14, 2023 11:23

Free new kit: check out the app that lets you earn rewards by riding your bike – plus more tech news from Rapha, POC, Rouvy, Koo, Apidura…

Find out about new shoes from Sidi and Northwave, clever tech from Polar and Suunto, and a whole range of cycling-inspired jewellery

Sat, Oct 14, 2023 11:00

“It’s a bit of a mess”: A solicitor’s take on Shimano crankgate + the history of road.cc on our latest Podcast

For episode 62 of the road.cc Podcast, we speak to Thomas Jervis of Leigh Day Solicitors about Shimano's snapping cranks, and the road.cc founding fathers talk about the site's 15-year history

Fri, Oct 13, 2023 15:41

Hackney cyclists to protest following two deaths in borough in recent weeks

Campaigners say safety improvements first urged seven years ago have not happened

Fri, Oct 13, 2023 14:13

Police tape (CC licensed by freefotouk on Flickr)

School run cycling mum assaulted by driver in front of her children

“The man assaulted me after telling my 2 children to go to school as their mom was going to get beat up,” says Nikki Dee

Fri, Oct 13, 2023 13:36

Near Miss of the Day 879: Driver makes very close pass on cyclist but only gets warning letter (includes swearing)

Our regular series featuring close passes from around the country - today it's Derbyshire

Fri, Oct 13, 2023 11:53

10-year-old’s BMX bike stolen – during competition at National Cycling Centre

Bike was taken from area reserved for competitors at site which is also home to British Cycling

Fri, Oct 13, 2023 10:40

“E-Bikes are bicycles, not motorbikes”: EU Court rules e-bikes as not capable of causing “damage comparable to motorcycles”; Chris Froome’s new bike with disc brakes; £32k karma for not restoring cycle path; Penny-farthing stunts + more on the live blog

It’s Friday the 13th, let’s hope nothing spooky finds its way to this cycling live blog with all the latest news, Adwitiya will be your host for the day…

Fri, Oct 13, 2023 09:03