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Brisbane motorist who drove at cyclist charged with attempted murder

Incident happened in early hours of Saturday morning

Sat, Oct 30, 2021 10:56

NeatCleats launches Align+ carabiner cycling shoe carry system with new cleat alignment tool

A calibration ruler is included to to measure the lateral and vertical positioning of the cleat and also for adjusting your heel in and heel out position

Sat, Oct 30, 2021 08:00

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Slow down when driving into the sun, urges Cycling UK

In the past week alone two drivers convicted of killing cyclists have cited low sun as an excuse

Fri, Oct 29, 2021 16:18

7,500 sign petition urging Sadiq Khan to make London’s junctions safer for cyclists

“It is now time for action not excuses,” says Assembly Member Caroline Pidgeon, who will deliver petition to the mayor at City Hall

Fri, Oct 29, 2021 10:26

‘Temporary pause’ to Peterborough e-bike scheme due to persistent vandalism

Anyone with information is being urged to contact police

Fri, Oct 29, 2021 10:08

Romanian police recover stolen Italy track team bikes

Romanian police recover Italian team bikes stolen from UCI Track Cycling World Championships

Filippo Ganna's gold Pinarello was one of the 21 bikes found during raids, with the haul worth an estimated £500,000 — four suspects have been arrested

Fri, Oct 29, 2021 09:50

Met recover 20 stolen bikes and £50k cash in east London raid (+ gallery)

Premises raided following reports that stolen bikes were being stored there before being sold online

Fri, Oct 29, 2021 07:53

Five reasons to ride in the dark August 2018

Philip Pullman’s “damn fools” rant about cyclists without lights or hi-vis; Dan Martin’s Brexit ballache; Nine points and hefty fine for close pass shocker; Cyclist calls 30-second timeout on driver; Pelé-ton & Virgil van Bike + more on the live blog

Happy Friday! It's grey and miserable where Dan Alexander is this morning...perhaps the live blog will brighten things up

Fri, Oct 29, 2021 07:29

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“Sorry, wrong person” – Jail for driver who “used car as weapon” to knock cyclist from bike

Suspected case of mistaken identity in incident that left victim seriously injured

Thu, Oct 28, 2021 17:44

Near Miss of the Day 649: Driver makes close pass on cyclist – then gets out of car to confront rider

Our regular series featuring close passes from around the country – today it's Glasgow

Thu, Oct 28, 2021 17:03

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Cannondale to treble European capacity with new assembly plant in the Netherlands

Bike brand soon to come under Dutch ownership is also bringing facilities back from Asia to US

Thu, Oct 28, 2021 14:02

What’s the scariest thing that has ever happened to you on the bike? Plus cycling with your cat + more on episode 10 of the road.cc Podcast

Ever been out for a ride then found yourself being held up by an Uzi-toting bogus policeman? It's just one of the terrifying tales on this Halloween special edition of the road.cc Podcast!

Thu, Oct 28, 2021 13:12

Cyclist in traffic (copyright Simon MacMichael)

End “us versus them” culture to improve safety of cyclists, urges Welsh Government minister

“We do have a problem with the behaviour of some drivers,” says Lee Waters after motorist who killed cyclist receives suspended sentence

Thu, Oct 28, 2021 12:04

Hornit launches the Clug Pro, making the ‘world’s smallest bike rack’ even lighter and more secure

New Fidlock magnetic winch handle and ratchet system helps ensure your bike is always secure, and it weighs just 26g

Thu, Oct 28, 2021 10:22

BBC under fire for reporting three children ‘hit by car’; Cav back on the track; Want to train as a bike mechanic?; Bid for a slice of signed G memorabilia; Ned Boulting joins cycle path news fan club; Philip Hindes retires + more on the live blog

It's Thursday and Dan Alexander is in the hot seat for all your live blog needs

Thu, Oct 28, 2021 07:51

Budget reaction: £2 billion for active travel not enough for government to meet its own targets, warn campaigners

Chancellor Rishi Sunak sets out spending plans to 2025 – but planned investment in cycling and walking is well below what is needed

Wed, Oct 27, 2021 17:22

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Two police officers arrested in New Jersey … for stealing bikes

Cops turned suspected thieves were identified through CCTV footage

Wed, Oct 27, 2021 14:25

Video: Aggressive driver kicks school run cyclist – but police can’t find driver

Victim who filmed assault in Liverpool frustrated at failure to bring aggressor to justice

Wed, Oct 27, 2021 10:51

Jeremy Vine Peter Hitchens (video screenshot via Jeremy Vine/Twiter)

Jeremy Vine defends Peter Hitchens not wearing a helmet; Your thoughts on e-scooters in bike racks debate; Danny MacAskill Climate Games; G set for new Ineos deal; UK’s next CYCLOPS junction; Hire bikes installed in no cycling zone + more on the live blog

The middle of the week has arrived and Dan Alexander is here to get you through it...the weekend isn't far away

Wed, Oct 27, 2021 08:01

Bradley Wiggins says he regrets feud with Chris Froome

2012 Tour de France winner says he and ex-team mate “hugged it out” at this year’s Tour de France

Tue, Oct 26, 2021 18:01

It’s fair to say that Rod’s custom e-bikes feature rather striking frames

Handmade e-bikes feature suspension frames and magnetic charging system

Tue, Oct 26, 2021 15:43

Just Eat food delivery cyclist pushed off bike by jogger on Birmingham canal

University student says incident is making her consider giving up part-time job

Tue, Oct 26, 2021 15:00

Near Miss of the Day 648: Quick-thinking cyclist grabs 4×4’s registration number after driver pulls out on him for second time in a week

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

Tue, Oct 26, 2021 12:28

UK government confirms bid for 2026 Tour de France Grand Départ

Funding to support bid is included in tomorrow’s Budget and Spending Review

Tue, Oct 26, 2021 11:19

The Blincc Hex 360 degree reflector tape for bikes has smashed its Kickstarter goal in just two days

Raising over 200% of the £2,157 target in less than 48 hours, what’s all the fuss about? Isn’t it just some tape?

Tue, Oct 26, 2021 10:10