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New safety tech trial catches hundreds of drivers breaking law

“We have been shocked at what we have seen during the trial,” says Warwickshire Police inspector

Fri, Oct 21, 2022 14:37
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Cheshire villagers call for safer junction after cyclist killed

Residents call for safety features plus an end to rat-running drivers at crossroads in Christleton where Roger Dutton lost his life in August

Fri, Oct 21, 2022 12:15
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The Vello SUB (smart utility bike) is a lightweight e-cargo bike tailored for city living

Titanium model comes in at 24kg and can carry loads of up to 210kg

Fri, Oct 21, 2022 10:56
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New cycle lanes blamed for parking chaos, road rage, and children almost getting hit by drivers; Pidcock for Prime Minister; “Confusing” new cycleway branded a “dangerous mess”; Motorists getting mistakenly angry at cyclists + more on the live blog

Happy Friday! Ryan Mallon’s back in the hot seat for the final live blog of a rather eventful week

Fri, Oct 21, 2022 08:47
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(Not so) Near Miss of the Day 828: Driver hits cyclist at speed, leaving door mirror behind

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

Thu, Oct 20, 2022 19:48
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Golf club in Oxford responds to new LTNs – by encouraging members to cycle there

Oxford Golf Club installs secure storage unit so clubs can be left there between rounds

Thu, Oct 20, 2022 18:23
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Camden opens “urgent” consultation on changes to notorious Holborn gyratory

Have your say on proposals for area where eight cyclists have been killed in recent years

Thu, Oct 20, 2022 15:36
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Drivers should welcome cycle lanes, says AA president

Edmund King insists dedicated infrastructure for bike riders helps ease motor traffic congestion, and urges government to protect funding

Thu, Oct 20, 2022 12:03
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Specialized launches revamped Diverge STR gravel bike with all new radical rear suspension system

What on (bumpy) earth is going on here!? Specialized claims "smoother is faster" and that the latest Diverge offers "compliance without compromise". Prices start from £7,500

Thu, Oct 20, 2022 10:38
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The Times publishes ‘Two Wheels Good’ editorial – nine months after calling for dangerous cycling law; Oxford residents act as “human bollards” to protect LTNs; Liz Truss and cycling; Ireland’s Tour de France bid; Vine in Lycra + more on the live blog

After yesterday’s brief hiatus, normal live blog service resumes this dark and gloomy Thursday as Ryan Mallon returns with all the latest cycling news and views

Thu, Oct 20, 2022 08:59
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Ireland bids for cross-border Tour de France Grand Départ

Dublin hosted start of race in 1998, and together with Belfast welcomed opening stages of 2014 Giro d’Italia

Wed, Oct 19, 2022 19:17
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Write to your MP to help save active travel funding, urges Cycling UK

Charity warns of Halloween “fright night” for walking and cycling when Chancellor announces Budget at end of this month

Wed, Oct 19, 2022 14:40
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“A giant shining beacon of energy” – tributes paid to cyclist killed in crash in South Wales

Lucy John, aged 35, was pronounced dead at scene of crash involving driver of Honda Civic on A48 at Bridgend on Sunday

Wed, Oct 19, 2022 11:18
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Get paid to report drivers parked in the cycle lane? YouTuber Casey Neistat explores NYC ‘bike lane bounty’; British Conti team Ribble Weldtite set to fold following sponsorship issues + more on the live blog

Today's blog will be a bit less live than usual as we're out of the office for our annual editorial day. Hopefully that'll mean even better blogs in the future!

Wed, Oct 19, 2022 08:43
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Dangerous pothole that caused fatal cycling crash was reported multiple times without action

The pothole was reported to Surrey County Council four times in the month before Charles Stringer was thrown from his bike, suffering a catastrophic chest injury

Tue, Oct 18, 2022 16:08
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Council officers accused of targeting “old and slow” cyclists after pensioner fined for riding through town

82-year-old Barrie Enderby was quoted telling North East Lincolnshire Council to stick the £100 fine for ignoring a Grimsby town centre cycling ban "up your a*se"

Tue, Oct 18, 2022 14:55
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Bianchi unveils radical new Oltre road bike with ‘Air Deflector’ aero tech

Italian brand says that new range represents the first overall frame/component platform designed entirely in-house. In terms of looks, it’s the most un-Bianchi Bianchi ever

Tue, Oct 18, 2022 13:00
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Van driver who killed cyclist was distracted by Instagram and Facebook, court hears

Simon Draper says it was his 13-month-old son who was using the phone when he hit and killed off-duty police sergeant Lynwen Thomas on the A40 last February

Tue, Oct 18, 2022 12:31
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Bianchi ‘Air Deflector’ cockpit sends cycling world into meltdown; “Totally unnecessary”: Giro d’Italia route and THAT 750km transfer to Rome confirmed; Is the Giro being unfairly singled out for criticism?; Tractors and cyclists + more on the live blog

It’s Tuesday, it’s cold, and Ryan Mallon is back for your daily dose of the live blog

Tue, Oct 18, 2022 08:51
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Mario Cipollini jailed for three years for domestic violence

Former world champion cyclist, who injured ex-wife and stalked her, also ordered to pay €85,000 in compensation

Mon, Oct 17, 2022 21:13
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Barcelona’s started offering e-bike charging using power recovered from its metro system

Project arose after public transport staff were invited to imagine the station of the future

Mon, Oct 17, 2022 16:35
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A backpack that packs! Five cool things coming soon from Wahoo, Specialized, Maap, Outbound and Apidura

Check out the latest and coolest gear we have on test right now, with full reports on the way…

Mon, Oct 17, 2022 15:52
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Dangerholm’s 7.49kg Scott Contessa Addict gravel bike

He’s done it again! Dangerholm goes rosé pink on this truly one-of-a-kind custom women-specific build

Mon, Oct 17, 2022 15:01
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Christina Mackenzie “disgusted” by hit-and-run driver who “left her for dead”

"The decision they made to just leave me, I'm disgusted by it. I'm not just a cyclist, I'm someone's sister, I'm someone's daughter"

Mon, Oct 17, 2022 14:05
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Mark Cavendish’s new team… (maybe)

Media report suggests one-year deal confirmed... even if team "denies" rumour

Mon, Oct 17, 2022 12:27
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