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Radstock Road cycling infrastructure, Southampton

Cycling group insists much-criticised “glaring mistake” bike lane is actually a “non-issue”

Confused locals shared pictures of the new infrastructure, which features a pedestrian crossing post and a bench in the middle of the shared-use route

Sat, Oct 21, 2023 10:14

Go for a ride, power your home: check out the indoor bike that turns your exercise into electricity – plus more new stuff from Oakley, Rapha, Brompton, Pinarello, and loads more

Check out loads of new clothing for autumn, just-released glasses and wheels, and find out how to ride the Giro d’Italia without leaving home

Sat, Oct 21, 2023 06:42

What the hell is going on in the bike industry? Wiggle Chain Reaction turmoil discussed plus pro cycling’s idiot problem on the road.cc Podcast

As rumours swirl that Wiggle Chain Reaction has stopped paying its suppliers, we break down what's happening with bike industry stalwart Rory Hitchens

Fri, Oct 20, 2023 15:18

Four Courts, Dublin (licensed CC BY 2.0 by Kieran Lynam on Flickr)

Dublin cyclist who rode through red light and was hit by taxi driver awarded €190k damages

Anton Mazilu was held 80 per cent liable for crash that left him with serious head injuries

Fri, Oct 20, 2023 14:10

“I hope anyone who bought recently used a credit card”: Black Friday begins at Wiggle Chain Reaction Cycles… but is it safe to spend with the troubled retail giant?

As rumours spread the beleaguered retail giant has stopped paying suppliers, we give our tips on how not to lose your hard-earned cash should Black Friday turn blacker

Fri, Oct 20, 2023 13:27

Outride Riding For Focus Initiative picture credit outridebike.org)

US study finds that cycling programmes at school boost mental health

“It was really encouraging to see such a positive student response,” say researchers

Fri, Oct 20, 2023 09:29

Bin lorry blocks Camden cycle lane (Jeremy Vine)

“I love you guys, but come on”: Jeremy Vine films bin lorry blocking cycle lane AGAIN, as company promises to “keep all road users safe”; Black Friday comes early to Chain Reaction; Helmets and hi-vis, Dutch style; Kuss homecoming + more on the live blog

It may be dark and gloomy outside, but at least it’s Friday, right? And even better, Ryan Mallon is here to ease you into the weekend with the latest cycling news, views, and usual old nonsense on the live blog

Fri, Oct 20, 2023 09:00

Mahle-powered Decathlon single-speed e-bike heading for UK in 2024

Decathlon's e-bike move upmarket continues with single speed and e-cargo arrivals

Fri, Oct 20, 2023 07:51

Wiggle reportedly heading towards administration due to parent company funding woes

Meanwhile, Mike Ashley’s Frasers Group identified as prime candidate to swoop for e-commerce business

Thu, Oct 19, 2023 16:18

Royal Courts of Justice, London (picture bortescristian, Wikimedia Commons)

Cyclist wins £6.1m in damages after driver hit him causing life-changing injuries – driver got £146 fine

Insurers unsuccessfully argued that victim was partly to blame since he had not been wearing a cycle helmet

Thu, Oct 19, 2023 12:28

“Many won’t want to pay for a bike they have to walk”: Proposed cycle hire scheme “won’t work” due to city centre ban, local cyclists say; Cyclist “blindly” follows satnav onto M4; Safety ad “allows drivers to behave like children” + more on the live blog

Don’t worry, the weekend is almost here… And Ryan Mallon is back to (hopefully) brighten up a dark and stormy Thursday with all the latest cycling news and views on the live blog

Thu, Oct 19, 2023 09:03

Pi-Pop – the e-bike without a battery

An e-bike that uses a supercapacitor rather than a battery to store energy

Thu, Oct 19, 2023 08:39

Merida launches all-new Silex – a world-championship-winning gravel bike

New improvements aim to improve comfort, speed and handling across all terrain types

Thu, Oct 19, 2023 07:00

North Tyneside active travel safe space proposals

“Hare-brained” segregated bike path will “prioritise a small handful of cyclists over thousands of commuters” and increase collisions, councillors claim

The local authority and residents, however, say the seafront active travel route will increase safety, improve air quality, and boost tourism

Wed, Oct 18, 2023 15:47

Why has gravel bike brand Lauf reinvented the road bike? New Úthald model is “aero where it makes sense” with 35mm tyre clearance

The Icelandic bike brand Lauf, known for its funky gravel suspension forks, is bringing off-road tech to road bikes with the launch of the new Úthald (or 'Endurance' in English)

Wed, Oct 18, 2023 15:00

“Going back is not realistic”: Councillor stresses “need to change” as Oxford LTNs made permanent – but angry residents say “we can’t get on bikes”

“We have all got too used to the idea that road space is something we can help ourselves to, as much as we like, whenever we like”

Wed, Oct 18, 2023 13:39

Wiggle Chain Reaction owner woes continue following “unjustified” withdrawal of €150m funding commitment by parent company

The latest financial blow, which increases the uncertainty surrounding Signa Sports United’s future, comes a week after the e-commerce giant delisted its shares amid “severe liquidity and profitability challenges”

Wed, Oct 18, 2023 10:34

Cycling lawyer’s tongue-in-cheek post suggesting cars should be high-vis goes viral; “Even decent(ish) cycle infrastructure can’t protect you fully from lazy, inattentive driving”; Timmy Mallett’s cycle travels; Alpe d’Huez rumours + more on the live blog

It's been almost two weeks since Dan Alexander did one of these (lucky you)... he'll be trying to remember how to live blog this Wednesday, bringing you all the news and more from the world of cycling

Wed, Oct 18, 2023 08:18

The Plain, Oxford, before Cycle City Ambition works (licensed CC BY-SA 2.0 on Wikimedia Commons by ceridwen).jpg

Camera to fine rule-breaking drivers as safety measure introduced after cyclist’s death still being ignored

The notoriously dangerous roundabout underwent a series of safety measures following the death of a university academic last year, however a councillor has now warned the "extra measure" of a number plate recognition camera is required

Tue, Oct 17, 2023 16:09

Cycling signs (copyright Simon MacMichael) (41)

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