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road.cc Recommends updated with 11 fantastic new products

We’ve refreshed our selection of the best bikes and kit to cover March 2021. Find out which items have made the cut

Mon, Apr 12, 2021 10:29

Near Miss of the Day 569: Punishment pass 4×4 driver decides to ‘teach me a lesson’ says cyclist

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

Mon, Apr 12, 2021 10:21

Regent’s Park driver speeds into cyclists following altercation with another motorist; Pozzato snaps seat post avoiding truck; New bike lane too narrow to use; Velomobile stopped by police; Cafe stops back on the menu; Time Matters + more on the live blog

It's the start of a new week and Dan Alexander will be getting you through Monday on the live blog

Mon, Apr 12, 2021 08:04

Boss of lorry firm killed in collision involving one of his own trucks

The driver of the lorry heard 'shouting and screaming' and got out of his truck to discover he had run over his boss

Sun, Apr 11, 2021 13:23

Mother of ‘caring’ cyclist who was killed in a suspected hit and run pays tribute

A 26-year-old man was later arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving

Sun, Apr 11, 2021 11:32

Council pulls plug on safe cycling route to help school run issues

Locals say the decision is a 'missed opportunity'

Sat, Apr 10, 2021 14:01

Residents complain about plans to demolish house to make room for new cycle path

Families say they do not want the cycle path to run through their quiet suburban street

Sat, Apr 10, 2021 12:01

86-year-old cyclist died while riding Land’s End to John o’Groats

His family said the rider's 'last living action was pushing the pedals'

Sat, Apr 10, 2021 11:38

Brompton reels from impact of Brexit and Covid

The foldable bicycle maker has warned of soaring costs for UK manufacturers

Sat, Apr 10, 2021 09:18

Cycling could improve health of people with kidney failure

The study found that getting patients on bikes saved up to £1,400 in healthcare costs per patient

Sat, Apr 10, 2021 08:15

Video: Driver calls 999 to report cyclist for not getting out of her way

Footage of what rider called a “bizarre sequence events” has racked up nearly 50,000 views on YouTube

Fri, Apr 09, 2021 16:18

Cycling UK questions Humber Bridge Board on closure of footways to cyclists and pedestrians

National Cycling Charity seeks clarification on issues ncluding when footways may reopen and what alternative arrangements are planned for commuters

Fri, Apr 09, 2021 14:38

Complaint against Daily Mail upheld over false claim that campaigners wanted “abuse of cyclists to be made a hate crime”

Newspaper ordered to issue clarification after press watchdog IPSO ruled draft Road Collision Reporting Guidelines made “no suggestion” such behaviour be criminalised

Fri, Apr 09, 2021 11:06

Love them or hate them? Wout van Aert uses handlebar bag; Pete Buttigieg’s White House spin; Vintage Prince Philip bike polo pics; Matthews wants more respect in peloton; ‘Gravel sunglasses’; Jakobsen back racing + more on the live blog

It's Friday and Dan Alexander will be taking you through to the weekend on the live blog

Fri, Apr 09, 2021 08:13

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Video: NSW driver chucks coffee cup at cyclist, tailgates him through stop sign and flips the finger– so of course, the Daily Mail asks “who’s in the wrong?”

Aussie edition of cyclist-hating media outlet gives its own take on footage shot in country’s most cyclist-hostile state

Thu, Apr 08, 2021 18:10

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Near Miss of the Day 568: “Too dangerous” – close pass van driver’s response to cyclist who invited him for a bike ride

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

Thu, Apr 08, 2021 15:41

Widow of cyclist killed by driver aged 93 calls for annual testing of older motorists

“If the driver in this case had been tested we believe that Simon would still be with us,” says Linda Jones

Thu, Apr 08, 2021 14:11

Princess Diana’s ‘shame bike’ to go under the auctioneer’s hammer again

Raleigh Traveller bike described as “a famous symbol of Diana’s oppression” is expected to fetch at least £20,000

Thu, Apr 08, 2021 11:48

Cairn pulls the cover off the BRAVe – Two brand new do-it-all ebikes

wo brand new do-it-all ebikes with Shimano E7000 Steps motors

Thu, Apr 08, 2021 10:41

A bike fit for £25? MyVeloFit promises quick and affordable fitting from your own home with AI-powered tool

To improve comfort and efficiency on the bike, MyVeloFit uses smartphone video and AI to analyse your ride position

Thu, Apr 08, 2021 10:20

Eovolt adds four new folding e-bikes to its line-up

French firm specialises in light, affordable folders

Thu, Apr 08, 2021 08:11

Police close pass campaign met with the usual ‘but cyclists’ complaints; Cycling dictator back on the bike; Don’t text while cycling; Is this the coolest jersey money can buy?; Fabio Jakobsen is back; Vote for Jumbo-Visma Tour kit + more on the live blog

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

Thu, Apr 08, 2021 08:06

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Bushes break 20-metre cliff fall onto rocks for Jersey charity cyclist

Rider's injuries are not expected to be serious, says Jersey Fire & Rescue

Wed, Apr 07, 2021 19:39

Near Miss of the Day 567: Rider who received close pass from lorry driver told by firm that it receives “numerous complaints” from cyclists

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

Wed, Apr 07, 2021 14:46

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How active are bike thieves in your area? New online bike theft tracker helps you find out

Tool from specialist insurer Bikmo calculates number of bikes reported stolen per 100,000 population, broken down by local authority area in England & Wales

Wed, Apr 07, 2021 14:06