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Driver who killed Dublin cyclist while speeding on wrong side of road spared jail, after judge ruled her “dangerous driving is on the lower side”

Marcella Duffy, who was banned from driving for six years, was travelling at 62kph in a 50kph zone when she killed club cyclist John Walsh, which the judge described as “somewhat over the speed limit”

Fri, Nov 28, 2025 12:34
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“But remember to dress in hi-vis”: Distracted motorist drives in cycle lane while texting, sparking criticism of “victim-blaming” police campaign; ‘E-bike’ rider steals 8ft nutcracker; Vuelta “doesn’t go well” in Pogačar’s schedule + more on the live blog

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Fri, Nov 28, 2025 09:33
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Fri, Nov 28, 2025 08:00
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Fri, Nov 28, 2025 08:00
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Cycling Halfords’ “stand-out performer” as bike sales jump 9%, making up almost a quarter of retailer’s revenue

Halfords’ cycling sector was responsible for £208m in revenue as overall sales rose by 4% in the first half of 2025, though commentators continue to warn about weather-based “fluctuations”

Thu, Nov 27, 2025 16:49
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“There is no alternative”: Campagnolo lays off 40% of its staff after suffering heavy losses for third year running

The iconic components brand has lost over €24 million since 2023, according to reports in Italy, forcing it to undertake a “significant rethinking of costs at all levels”

Thu, Nov 27, 2025 13:56
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Cyclist whose racing career was cut short after being hit by drug driver launches clothing brand with “industry first” membership model

UK cycling brand Amo la Ruta is introducing a £79 a year membership that gives riders up to 50% off clothing, with the goal of "redefining premium" in cycling

Thu, Nov 27, 2025 13:01
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Labour ditched Cycle to Work cap two weeks before Budget after deciding it “wasn’t worth the revenue”, as bike shops hail “common sense prevailing”

“E-bikes and cargo bikes cost more, but they’re the tools that make cycling practical for people who couldn’t otherwise manage it. A cap would have slammed the door on exactly the people we should be helping,” the Association of Cycle Traders says

Thu, Nov 27, 2025 12:24
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“A natural next step”: Geraint Thomas confirmed as new director of racing at Ineos Grenadiers – but will the Tour de France winner’s management role revitalise the struggling British squad?

The much-anticipated move into management will see the recently retired Thomas work alongside Dave Brailsford to provide “crucial input” into race strategy and rider recruitment and development

Thu, Nov 27, 2025 10:59
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“I’d just like to reassure those people I can go at a proper speed”: Online troll tells cyclist to ‘get a proper job’ to afford a car… only for rider to send mic-drop reply from the cockpit of his next flight + more on the live blog

The weekend's creeping closer and Dan Alexander will be getting you through Thursday with your latest live blog round-up of all the goings-on from the cycling world today

Thu, Nov 27, 2025 08:58
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“One or two glasses from a coma”: Tour de France stage winner given suspended sentence for drink-driving five times over the limit

Fernando Gaviria pled guilty to the charges and admitted he had "work stress and family problems"

Wed, Nov 26, 2025 17:24
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Toot Engineering takes on controversial UCI bar width rules with fully compliant “radical handlebar system”

The M3 bars start at €539, a custom 3D-printed version also available on request, Toot Engineering now bringing the product to market and calling it "a paradigm shift" from fitting riders to components to "designing an athlete-bike specific system"

Wed, Nov 26, 2025 15:52
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No change to Cycle to Work Scheme in Budget, Treasury confirms — despite reports spending cap would be introduced

Reports hinted a spending cap would be re-introduced to the tax-relief scheme, but Cycle to Work Alliance "happy to confirm no changes" to scheme

Wed, Nov 26, 2025 14:21
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“North Korean style” cycle lane project that locals say has “no purpose” blamed for more than 40 incidents

Residents are also concerned by a proposed increase in the speed limit and the lack of street lighting along the R488

Wed, Nov 26, 2025 12:07
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“Good news for MAMILs”: Cycle to Work cap’s omission from Budget sparks “Big Bike conspiracy” jokes, after rumours “did wonders for bike shops pre-Christmas”; UAE building mountains for Pogačar?; Froome back on the road after crash + more on the live blog

It’s Budget Day! And Ryan Mallon’s back to keep your mind off all the economic doom and gloom by delving into his own red leather box, packed with all the latest cycling news and views on the Wednesday live blog

Wed, Nov 26, 2025 09:58
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“The all-or-nothing demand would force Rad to shut its doors immediately”: Rad Power Bikes refuses recall of “hazardous batteries” despite public safety warning over its batteries

Beleaguered US-based e-bike company says recall could force it out of business

Tue, Nov 25, 2025 18:48
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“We’re not comfortable making a profit from this”: Pro Kit Club to sell Israel-Premier Tech kit and donate proceeds to UN Gaza programme

Owner of website that sells team-issue pro cycling kit to fans at a discount says "we have agonised over the decision to release this kit for almost a year", but will do so "to help feed children facing famine and severe hunger in Gaza"

Tue, Nov 25, 2025 15:39
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“London’s cycling boom shows no sign of slowing”: Daily bicycle journeys up 43% on pre-Covid levels as Transport for London hails the impact of high-quality cycle lanes

"There's no doubt that London is fast becoming a cycling city"

Tue, Nov 25, 2025 13:45
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Ebi’s curious Panorama Y-shaped frame aims to tame bumpy lanes

This fledgling Swiss bike company’s angular new electric gravel bike promises a “smoother, more comfortable ride”

Tue, Nov 25, 2025 11:18
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Drunk mayor knocked cyclist off bike after “four or five pints of Stella” at party

Court heard cyclist had lights, hi-vis clothing and reflectors, but was knocked off his bike by a local mayor, more than two times over the drink drive limit, who has now been banned from driving for 20 months and ordered to pay £3,000

Tue, Nov 25, 2025 11:13
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“Cycle paths aren’t for every journey”: Phone driver blasts cyclist for riding on road instead of “million-pound bike lane” deemed “useless”; Reform’s Lee Anderson vs “flashers on bikes”; Does the Tour de France care about nature? + more on the live blog

It’s Tuesday, the sun’s out (at least where I am), and Ryan Mallon’s back for a lovely, crisp day of cycling news, views, and nonsense on the live blog

Tue, Nov 25, 2025 09:58
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Child safety campaigner demands Naked Bike Ride ban and claims it “allows perverts to be seen”, but World Naked Bike Ride London insists nude events “a lawful public protest for positive change”

Petition asks government to "act on safeguarding children" over "event in public where people expose themselves" — the campaign in the press since a man who called World Naked Bike Ride cyclist a "pervert" and punched him off his bike was spared jail

Tue, Nov 25, 2025 09:35
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“It’s hard to find a worse place”: Tour de France’s double Alpe d’Huez finale under threat as thousands sign petition against use of “beautiful and wild” climb

“The organisers of the 2026 Tour de France want to transform the Col de Sarenne into the world’s largest stadium. They don’t care about nature,” the environmental campaigner behind the petition said

Mon, Nov 24, 2025 17:55
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RideLondon cycling event boss resigns from board after careless driving conviction for seriously injuring cyclist

Terry Duddy’s resignation from London Marathon Events’ board, as well as its charitable foundation, comes after he stepped down as chair of BBC Children in Need last week in the wake of his conviction

Mon, Nov 24, 2025 15:59
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“I’m in a pretty bad way”: Pro cyclist struck head-on by driver says he came “within a hair’s breadth of being in a wheelchair” after breaking back in 30mph training crash

“For almost four hours after, it's a complete blank. I have no recollection whatsoever,” Arkéa-B&B Hotels rider Thibault Guernalec, who also broke a finger and suffered concussion in the crash, said

Mon, Nov 24, 2025 14:59
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