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Ebi’s new “modular urban tandem” e-bike, that can switch between tandem and cargo modes without tools, set for Kickstarter launch

Versatile urban electric bike said to switch between tandem, pet and, cargo bike modes in seconds

Wed, Jan 07, 2026 10:29

Cyclists perfectly legally riding on the road Facebook post

“Why do certain MAMILs think they’re too important to use the cycle path?” asks fuming driver… only to get told to have some “patience and self control” rather than “coming on Facebook to cry about it” + more on the live blog

It's cold, snowy and you're probably absolutely sick of the sight of the turbo trainer, but Dan Alexander will be doing his best to keep you entertained as we pass the midway point of the week

Wed, Jan 07, 2026 09:00

“Putting in a cycleway isn’t a ‘war on motorists’, it’s a space to keep children safe”: Fears “hostile” media coverage is stopping parents let their kids cycle

Bikeability has seen numbers at national cycle training scheme for children fall in the West Midlands, but reports things remain "on target" nationally

Tue, Jan 06, 2026 17:31

“I’m thinking someone’s done some proper research on this”: Cyclist fears thieves used Strava to plan burglary and steal bikes worth £30,000

Cyclist devastated after thieves climb into garden, block lights, pick lock on shed and steal three high-value bikes during evening when owner was in the house metres away

Tue, Jan 06, 2026 16:12

2025 Canyon Endurace AllRoad riding-1.jpg

Canyon not in crisis and can hit €1bn sales by 2030, insists bike brand’s founder — months on from parent company reducing value by 43% and confirming “efficiency measures”

Founder returned as CEO last year and believes "the best is still ahead of us" despite painful post-pandemic period which saw company valuation slashed

Tue, Jan 06, 2026 12:22

British Cycling trials paywall to watch national championships

British Cycling trials £2.99 subscription to watch cyclocross national championships on YouTube… and claims paywall part of “dynamic new approach” to “inspire new fans and deepen engagement”

You'll need to pay for another subscription if you want to watch this weekend's cyclocross action

Tue, Jan 06, 2026 10:04

Mathieu van der Poel hit by bottle at Paris-Roubaix

“If Mathieu had crashed and suffered serious injury, that would have been attempted manslaughter”: Riders’ union slams “unacceptable” fan behaviour at races and “light” fines; retirement of Calvin Jones + more on the live blog

It's Tuesday and Megan is back, bundled in blankets, to bring you all the day’s cycling news and views.

Tue, Jan 06, 2026 09:58

BBB Cycling reckons its new CoreCap valve that works ‘with almost any pump’ will become the new standard in bike tyre inflation

After Schwalbe's Clik Valve made a big impression last year, BBB Cycling is next to release its new take on the humble valve, claiming the CoreCap could boost airflow by up to 300%, improve durability, and work with almost any pump

Tue, Jan 06, 2026 08:00

Sir Chris Hoy’s All That Matters is a must-read, new Merida and Vielo gravel bikes impress: road.cc Recommends updated with 9 great cycling products

High-performance gravel bikes, standout winter kit, and cycling accessories - here are the nine products that made our final Recommends list of 2025

Mon, Jan 05, 2026 17:16

Near Miss of the Day 943: Police reaction to dangerous close pass shows “nothing much has changed” in reporting drivers in Scotland, says cyclist

After a close pass on a busy Scottish road, Police Scotland said they would give the driver “words of advice” but won’t take any formal action

Mon, Jan 05, 2026 15:58

“Theft is now legal in Britain”: Only 0.5% of station bike thefts lead to charges

4,193 bikes were stolen from stations in 2024, yet only 22 suspects were formally charged

Mon, Jan 05, 2026 11:04

“Unfortunately what many people don’t understand is that when cycle lanes are built we don’t just get cycle lanes”; Is Dan Martin cycling’s fastest runner?; Wout van Aert has surgery on fractured ankle; More cyclocross crash chaos + more on the live blog

2026, eh? It's another chilly one out there so stay warm by the road.cc live blog fire as Dan Alexander gets you through Monday

Mon, Jan 05, 2026 08:38

Leeds £12m “transformative” walking and cycle lane project set to begin

The Leeds City Links scheme will bring more than a year of roadworks as residents continue to voice frustration over delayed tram plans and unreliable public transport

Sat, Jan 03, 2026 16:08

Cyclists caught running red lights in London will be given the option of watching a film about a serious collision that left a cyclist in a coma

Those stopped by police can choose between a £50 fixed penalty or watch a crash awareness film based on a real collision between a cyclist and a bus after the rider ran a red light

Sat, Jan 03, 2026 11:47

Teenager banned from driving for a year after breaking cyclist’s back, neck, and shoulder while distracted by sat nav

The injured cyclist told the court he wishes “no ill will” on the 19-year-old student, who was also ordered to carry out 100 hours of unpaid work

Fri, Jan 02, 2026 18:56

Highland hire scheme e-bikes covered enough miles to go round the world three times in 2025 — proof that e-bikes can boom outside of big cities

Hi-bike scheme users cover over 70,000 miles in 2025, with £188 million invested in active travel across Scotland in 2025

Fri, Jan 02, 2026 14:30

Newmarket Road fatal collision sign, Norwich

Number of cyclists killed on Irish roads doubles in three years, as safety group calls for “sustained political commitment” to protect vulnerable road users

14 cyclist fatalities were recorded in the Republic of Ireland in 2025, the fourth highest number this century, while one cyclist was killed in Northern Ireland

Fri, Jan 02, 2026 12:58

Selle Italia idmatch bike-fitting system

Will a bike fit make you faster in 2026? New study suggests amateur cyclists could unlock significant power gains

New study into Selle Italia's idmatch bike-fitting system reports gains in both peak and sustained power, as well as a reduction in fatigue and discomfort

Fri, Jan 02, 2026 12:36

Wout van Aert crashes out of snowy cyclocross battle with Mathieu van der Poel; “Why would ewe do that?”: Video of cyclist riding into a flock of sheep goes viral; Improving cycling safety “no longer optional”; Blessing of e-bikes + more on the live blog

It’s Friday, and Megan Huws is back to bring you the first live blog of the new year

Fri, Jan 02, 2026 09:36

João Almeida and Jonas Vingegaard 2025 Vuelta

Fake Strava profile pretending to be Jonas Vingegaard ‘beats’ Tadej Pogačar’s KOM… possibly on a scooter; Cyclocross crash chaos; The duality of cyclists between Christmas and New Year; Council’s lack of payouts causes concern + more on the live blog

Welcome to the final live blog of the year! Dan and Ryan bringing you updates until around lunchtime at which point this round-up may or may not merge seamlessly into the pub (at which point it'll be best for everyone if neither of us are still typing...)

Wed, Dec 31, 2025 08:20

“I feel so guilty – it wasn’t my intention at all”: Fan who almost caused Mathieu van der Poel crash questioned by police, but no charges filed

New footage suggests incident at Belgian cyclocross race was an accident, the fan cheering riders when he made contact with Van der Poel's handlebar

Tue, Dec 30, 2025 12:06

Five Cool Things at Christmas 2025/26: here are the five winners who will get a bonus belated Christmas present in the new year

We asked you to send us pics of your Christmas presents, and as always, you didn't disappoint. Here are the five best, who will all bag some extra cycling schwag

Tue, Dec 30, 2025 11:20

Cyclist issued warning letter for locking bike to railing at Waverley station, Edinburgh

“Don’t leave your bike for 10 minutes or Network Rail will be out to get you!” Cyclist slams warning letter for illegally-parked bike locked to railing – but station scolds him for ignoring cycle parking zone + more on the live blog

What day is it again? Oh wait, Dan already made that joke yesterday… Anyway, Ryan Mallon’s back to hit the penultimate cycling live blog of 2025 like Wout van Aert. By which I mean start strong, puncture twice, and probably give up by the afternoon

Tue, Dec 30, 2025 09:59

London Naked Bike Ride hires more security, but denies measure due to increased hostility towards nude cyclists

UPDATE: Campaigners say increased security and switch from Saturday to Sunday needed as rides have become “increasingly troublesome” to run in central London, but deny assault on rider at Colchester naked bike ride impacted decision

Mon, Dec 29, 2025 15:50

Italian cycling team shot at by passing driver in horror attack

Man with “generalised hatred of cyclists” arrested on suspicion of firing shots at group ride in Italy after shocking footage went viral

The disturbing footage appears to show S.C. Padovani Polo Cherry Bank riders ducking as a BMW driver fires shots and flees the scene

Mon, Dec 29, 2025 12:14