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Ritchey welcomes the Ascent back into the line-up

The Ascent is built to be a do-it-all adventure machine

Mon, Aug 23, 2021 09:30

Surrey Police tell driver to return licence video

Surrey traffic cops tell driver spouting Highway Code whataboutery to return licence; Chad Tavernia racks up more saddleless miles; Southeastern angered by “reckless” rider crossing; Road safety main concern for female cyclists + more on the live blog

We're back for another week of live blog goodness starting with Monday's feed put together by a well-rested and double-jabbed Dan Alexander

Mon, Aug 23, 2021 08:07

Vuelta Stage 9: Damiano Caruso takes long range solo victory on Alto de Velefique

Primoz Roglic maintained his lead in the overall race

Sun, Aug 22, 2021 15:17

Police tape (CC licensed by freefotouk on Flickr)

Police stop nearly 200 motorists during close pass operation

Around 30 people were reported for driving offences, ranging from driving without due care and attention to driving without insurance

Sun, Aug 22, 2021 13:37

Credit: Brighton Naked Bike Ride/Twitter

Brighton Council reassures residents after naked bike riders spotted on rental bikes

"We hope our ride made the people that participated as well as those that watch us rode past feel empowered"

Sun, Aug 22, 2021 08:49

Dent in helmet: credit Royal Parks Police

Cyclist suffers serious brain bleed in mystery crash he has no memory of

He suffered a brain bleed and a concussion while on his way to work, but didn't realise until later that day

Sun, Aug 22, 2021 07:25

Vuelta red jersey (copyright ASO, Photogomezsport)

Vuelta Stage 8: Fabio Jakobsen beats rivals to take victory in hectic bunch sprint

After a tough day on stage 8 in the Alicante hills the riders headed to the Costa Blanca

Sat, Aug 21, 2021 15:43

Benches better than cycle lanes, claims councillor

'The current proposals in respect of cycle lanes which are continuing to cause a huge amount of local concern and distress amongst the public'

Sat, Aug 21, 2021 10:54

Potential collision blackspots identified to help improve cycling safety

Over a six-month period 200 riders covered over 26,000 miles as part of the in-depth research

Sat, Aug 21, 2021 09:31

Stolen bike returned to grateful owner after police track down thief and tackle him to the ground

The criminal was sentenced to eight weeks in prison for the theft

Sat, Aug 21, 2021 08:04

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Huge boost to active travel in Scotland as SNP and Greens pledge to spend nearly £60 per person per year

Massive hike in budget for walking and cycling revealed in shared policy document published today

Fri, Aug 20, 2021 18:36

Vuelta Stage 7: Michael Storer wins after solo attack, Primoz Roglic retains lead

Hugh Carthy and Alejandro Valverde abandon Spanish Grand Tour after tough day's racing

Fri, Aug 20, 2021 15:58

Near Miss of the Day 626: “Clear and deliberate swerve” – but driver only gets warning letter

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

Fri, Aug 20, 2021 14:23

Trek updates Madone SL for 2022 with T47 threaded bottom bracket

A small change, but the threaded bottom bracket will be appreciated by many home mechanics

Fri, Aug 20, 2021 13:29

Southampton Civic Centre (public domain)

A “slap in the face” – council promotes cycle commuting … while ripping out bike lane

Southampton City Council promises “some simple things which can help you feel more confident and comfortable cycling on the road”

Fri, Aug 20, 2021 12:29

Adam Blythe clocks 136.9km/h; We Don’t Want No Cycle Paths Here: The must-hear No.1 hit of the summer; ‘Britain’s biggest bike lane’ council awarded more infra funds; AJ’s pro cycling agency; Carol Kirkwood recalls collision trauma + more on the live blog

Happy Friday! It's the end of the week and Dan Alexander is here to bring the weekend home with the final live blog of the week

Fri, Aug 20, 2021 08:03

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Chris Froome hits out at social media users who insult athletes (+ video)

Four-time Tour de France winner says “Think twice” before hurling criticism as he highlights impact on mental health

Thu, Aug 19, 2021 19:17

Dan Bigham (doesn’t) discuss Danish ‘tapegate’ controversy, plus North Coast 500 and Cannondale’s history continued on road.cc Podcast episode 5

Our latest episode also has the second half of our interview with 'Mr Cannondale' Clive Gosling

Thu, Aug 19, 2021 16:04

Vuelta Stage 6: Magnus Cort wins the stage, Primoz Roglic back in race lead

Fourth career win at Spanish Grand Tour for EF Education-Nippo's Danish rider

Thu, Aug 19, 2021 15:38

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Massive public support in Scotland for police to bring in video reporting system to catch dangerous drivers

Police Scotland among five UK police forces without online video reporting system – Cycling UK poll shows they are out of step with public opinion

Thu, Aug 19, 2021 13:32

2021 Tailfin Mini Pannier Bags lifestyle 5

Tailfin reveals 5L and 10L Mini Pannier Bags with minimal profile for serious off-road bikepacking

The T Hook compression straps can be used across the front of the bag to attach further luggage or to provide extra load compression

Thu, Aug 19, 2021 12:00

“The Roger Bannister of cycling” – Ashton Lambie breaks four-minute barrier on the track (+ video)

American rider sets new world record for 4km from standing start at Aguascalientes Velodrome in Mexico

Thu, Aug 19, 2021 10:10

Ealing to scrap almost all LTNs – ‘consultation’ with handful of responses used as ‘referendum’; Council under fire for ‘Britain’s biggest bike lane’; New Masters hour record; Bike on roof shocker; Search for thief; Bike fairy + more on the live blog

Dan Alexander is here (again) ready to get stuck in to Thursday's live blog

Thu, Aug 19, 2021 08:13

Vuelta Stage 5: Jasper Philipsen wins sprint after massive crash splits field

Race leader Rein Taaramae of Intermarche-Wanty-Gobert among riders caught up in crash 12km out

Wed, Aug 18, 2021 15:54

“Off yer bike!” – Birmingham cyclists told to dismount due to tramlines, or take diversion to avoid them

City council says Broad Street tram route and wider pavements means section is “impractical” for people on bikes

Wed, Aug 18, 2021 14:52