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Brazilian speedster aims to hit 300km an hour next year to become world’s fastest cyclist (+ video)

Evandro Portela of lorry-drafting video fame tells road.cc of his plans to break motor-paced cycling world record

Fri, Nov 26, 2021 20:18
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Row over Dorset cycle lane that drivers claim is “too wide”

Council chairman responds by saying that if drivers continue to cause crashes, they will have more roadspace taken away to make them slow down

Fri, Nov 26, 2021 16:30
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Pierer E-Bikes buys Felt Bicycles

Austrian firm looking to increase US presence

Fri, Nov 26, 2021 13:56
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Near Miss of the Day 668: Cyclist almost taken out by corner-cutting driver

Our regular series featuring close passes from around the country

Fri, Nov 26, 2021 13:04
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Cyclist who broke motorist’s jaw cleared of assault – because of driver’s close pass

Magistrate says driver overtaking with just 20cm space “deprived the defendant of the power of self-control”

Fri, Nov 26, 2021 11:29
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YouTube ranter rips into cyclists during bizarre cancel bike lanes video; Reaction to TfL road safety shocker; Dan Bigham “seven watts” off Hour Record; DnB by bike: Cop edition; BMX skills; Not Black Friday; But cyclists + more on the live blog

Happy Friday! Dan Alexander is here for your final live blog of the week before we all ride off into the weekend

Fri, Nov 26, 2021 08:58
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Are world leaders “delusional” when it comes to active travel? COP26 discussed, plus how to layer up for winter riding on episode 12 of the road.cc Podcast

On the dozenth road.cc Podcast... why was cycling and walking not even on the main agenda at COP26? Carlton Reid talks to Simon about the recent UN climate summit

Thu, Nov 25, 2021 18:55
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Transport for London slammed for “victim-blaming” road safety ad (+ video)

Spot which suggests drivers and cyclists share equal responsibility described as “crass, old fashioned ‘false equivalence’ nonsense.”

Thu, Nov 25, 2021 15:17
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“No one likes a roadie” – Serial 1’s new promo video takes pot shots at cycling culture

“Just enjoy the ride” instructs e-bike guru as hapless rider ticks off road cycling clichés

Thu, Nov 25, 2021 15:05
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Near Miss of the Day 667: “Are you trying to kill me?” – Aggressive PHV driver fined £660 for close pass (video includes swearing)

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

Thu, Nov 25, 2021 12:28
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Police claim “nobody wants to play Spot the Cyclist” so wear hi-vis…; Swap first class for bike storage?; Simon Cowell: Cycling my most creative time; Cav out of hospital; CS3 counter tops 2m; Pidcock joins Boxing Day CX party + more on the live blog

We've another packed day of action and entertainment for you...Ole's no longer at the wheel, but Dan Alexander is for Thursday's live blog (yes, he's been waiting all holiday to use that)

Thu, Nov 25, 2021 09:01
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London’s bicycle economy could hit £5 billion a year by 2030 and create 25,000 new jobs, says new report

Bicycle Association says it’s already worth £1.3-£1.4bn annually and supports 8,000 jobs

Wed, Nov 24, 2021 18:30
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Women’s prize money trebled to match men at Belgian one-day race Nokere Koerse

Prize fund for women at semi-classic will total €18,800 next year, leading to calls for other events on the UCI calendar to follow suit

Wed, Nov 24, 2021 16:47
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Near Miss of the Day 666: Absolute beast of a close pass by mobile crane driver

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

Wed, Nov 24, 2021 13:12
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Video: Another bike thief caught on film using angle grinder

Latest incident happened on Friday evening in Tower Hamlets, east London

Wed, Nov 24, 2021 11:32
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Why’s there a bike in the road? If cyclists acted like drivers; Egan Bernal targets second yellow jersey; That awful emoji jacket is back; No space for cycle lanes?; Black Friday with a difference; Sea-inspired frame colours + more on the live blog

It's Wednesday live blog time and Dan Alexander is back from holiday to provide the updates as we pass the halfway point in the week

Wed, Nov 24, 2021 09:00
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Jail for man who punched cyclist, leaving him partially blind and with fractured jaw and eye socket

Daniel Martin McInerney pleaded guilty to GBH following assault in Bournemouth in May

Tue, Nov 23, 2021 17:47
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Halfords reports booming e-bike sales

Retailer is calling for e-bike subsidies and for e-scooters to be made road legal

Tue, Nov 23, 2021 16:54
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Survey suggests BMW drivers ‘most likely to show psychopathic traits’

Not the most scientific research, admittedly, but have a guess which brand‘s drivers rank second?

Tue, Nov 23, 2021 15:50
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Near Miss of the Day 665: “Probably the closest I’ve come to being wiped out for a while”

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

Tue, Nov 23, 2021 13:00
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Is this Rapha Insulated Gore-Tex Field Coat the ultimate winter jacket for urban commutes?

With casual parka styling, a fully waterproof shell and quilted liner, this looks rather sung for winter urban riding

Tue, Nov 23, 2021 12:12
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Rapha chief executive Simon Mottram to step down after 17 years

Business’s founder will remain “very close to the brand” and sit on its board, with ex-AllSaints CEO William Kim replacing him

Tue, Nov 23, 2021 11:05
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‘No Saddle Guy’ proves doubters wrong with virtual 100 mile ride (+ exclusive interview); Is Elon Musk confused about congestion?; Fundraiser for Eritrean star; Worst parking pic ever; Are flashing lights safer than solids? + more on the live blog

We've got Nick Howes continuing to man the fort on the blog front today before Dan Alexander takes back over the reins after his time off on Wednesday.

Tue, Nov 23, 2021 09:19
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West Oxfordshire town’s residents take on suspected bike thief

Facebook posts from people in Witney also aim to force police to tackle problem

Mon, Nov 22, 2021 17:56
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Five cool things coming soon from Shimano, SunGod, Muc-Off, Maap and The Road Book

More of the best gear on test with our team of reviewers at the moment…

Mon, Nov 22, 2021 16:30
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