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Murder probe launched in France after bikepacking cyclist killed in savage attack

Victim is believed to have been riding from the Netherlands to Spain

Tue, Oct 12, 2021 15:11

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Wilier unveils high-end Rave SLR in both road and gravel builds

New lightweight bike is designed for everything from all-road riding to gravel racing, and takes tyres up to 42mm wide

Tue, Oct 12, 2021 15:00

Rapha switches updated Logo collection to organic cotton fibres

Refreshed today, the off-the-bike clothing range is the latest to “transition to environmentally preferred materials”

Tue, Oct 12, 2021 12:00

Alex Dowsett confirms plans to reclaim UCI Hour record

Israel Start-Up Nation rider will attempt to beat Victor Campenaerts’ record at altitude in Mexico next month

Tue, Oct 12, 2021 11:01

Near Miss of the Day 643: Police officer pulls out on cyclist

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

Tue, Oct 12, 2021 09:45

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Café du Cycliste and 66°North team up for new clothing collection

French cycling brand collaborates with Icelandic outdoor clothing specialist for winter range

Tue, Oct 12, 2021 09:27

Castelli unveils Idro 3 Gore-Tex waterproof jacket

Updated jacket still features Gore-Tex’s light and breathable ShakeDry fabric, but a stretch panel at the back is designed to ensure a close fit

Tue, Oct 12, 2021 08:00

What is going on in Richmond Park?; “Comedic planning”: Reaction to door zone bike lane; Cav’s magic year; UAE women’s team; Nobel Prize winner awarded special bike parking spot; Brighton Gin reunited with stolen delivery bike + more on the live blog

Another day on the live blog, another day with Dan Alexander at the wheel — you can decide if that's a good thing...

Tue, Oct 12, 2021 07:54

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Moped gang steal junior national closed circuit TT champ’s bike – 12 hours after he won title (+ video)

Thieves stole six bikes after breaking into garage at Mattie Dodd’s family home in Wimbledon last night

Mon, Oct 11, 2021 19:31

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Cervélo owner to buy Cannondale parent company Dorel Sports to become world’s biggest bike manufacturer

Pon Holdings, owner of Cervélo and Gazelle, agrees to buy Dorel Sports

Mon, Oct 11, 2021 16:17

White Giro Regime Women’s Road Cycling Shoes pictured on wooden floor

Five cool things coming soon from Giro, Assos, Altura, FR3ND and Portland Design Works

Some more of the best gear on test with road.cc's team of reviewers at the moment…

Mon, Oct 11, 2021 15:30

Cambridge’s e-bike share scheme has been extended and expanded

Voi e-bikes with numberplates to become available in market towns and rural areas

Mon, Oct 11, 2021 14:19

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Specialized announces voluntary recall of Tarmac SL7

While no riders have reported injuries according to Specialized, an impact could lead to a crack in the bike's fork steerer, so owners should stop riding until replacement parts are installed

Mon, Oct 11, 2021 13:23

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Continental unveils limited edition Open gravel bike

Collaboration with German retailer bike-components.de is based around an Open New UP frameset and marks the tyre brand’s 150th anniversary

Mon, Oct 11, 2021 11:59

Near Miss of the Day 642: No mirror, no signal, left-hook manoeuvre

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

Mon, Oct 11, 2021 11:41

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Win £749.99 Saris H3 Silent Smart Trainer

It's indoor training time again and we have £749.99 worth of Saris H3 Silent Smart Trainer to give away!

Mon, Oct 11, 2021 10:34

Bingo cards ready…’cyclists don’t pay boat tax’; Stay calm…Strava’s back; Dreaded unclipping fail; Ganna tempted by Hour Record; Millionth cyclist; New Chain Reaction site splits opinion; Bike lane chat; GBDURO; National champs + more on the live blog

It's Monday and Dan Alexander is here for the first live blog of the week

Mon, Oct 11, 2021 07:59

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Nairo Quintana appears on Colombian TV singing show dressed as a chameleon

VIDEO: The usually reserved climber performed a remix of Rhythm of the Night on the Colombian version of the Masked Singer

Sun, Oct 10, 2021 13:19

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Driver exposed himself to female cyclist ‘while asking for directions’

"This incident has made me feel angry. I feel violated. I was just trying to go home."

Sun, Oct 10, 2021 10:45

Cycle lane ‘a bit crap’ because cars can still park in it, says councillor

"It will be helpful in future if cycle lanes are not shared with parking.”

Sun, Oct 10, 2021 09:20

Cyclist attacked with metal pole while riding in London

“The incident happened as the woman was cycling on Stamford Hill. As she passed another male cyclist, he followed her and then struck her with a metal pole"

Sun, Oct 10, 2021 08:32

Google Maps unveil new ‘lite navigation’ system specifically for cyclists

Google announced the introduction of the lite navigation as part of a wider push for more 'green' projects

Sat, Oct 09, 2021 14:04

Parkrun accused of ‘normalising violent driving’ by asking if participants could keep up with car ‘going at 93mph’

UPDATE: The group posted a controversial advert, that has been deleted since this article was first published, which highlighted their partnership with car manufacturer Mini

Sat, Oct 09, 2021 11:23

Credit: Northumbria Police/Sergeant Stephen Carr

Police officer knocked off bike and dragged 30m down road by motorist with ‘poor eyesight’

“Every driver is responsible for ensuring their own fitness to drive and that includes ensuring their eyesight is road ready"

Sat, Oct 09, 2021 09:55

Dutch police hand out 850 fines per week to cyclists using mobile phones

In the UK there is currently no specific offence related to using a phone while cycling

Sat, Oct 09, 2021 08:28