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Cyclist uses bike to smash COVID conspiracy theorist’s car window

Anti-mask campaigner had been leaning out of the window haranguing passers-by with a megaphone. The rider may face charges for his actions

Fri, Apr 02, 2021 20:22

MP complains to BBC over claim that people in low traffic neighbourhoods cannot use their cars

“The least we can expect from a national broadcaster is a basic grasp of the facts,” says Lillian Greenwood in response to Nick Robinson’s comment on Today programme

Fri, Apr 02, 2021 18:40

Zdenek Stybar on the Champs Elysees in 2017

Zdenek Stybar out of Tour of Flanders after treatment for heart problem

Deceuninck-Quick Step Classics specialist underwent surgery this week for heart rhythm issue

Fri, Apr 02, 2021 13:44

Road rage with cyclists-stopped. 0-46 screenshot

Near Miss of the Day 564: “You’re on camera – I suggest you leave it!” – cyclist intervenes in road rage incident

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

Fri, Apr 02, 2021 12:13

Johan Vansummeren wins Paris-Roubaix tiltshift

Paris-Roubaix postponed until October

France’s latest lockdown means Queen of the Classics is put back for second year in a row

Thu, Apr 01, 2021 19:47

Near Miss of the Day 563: Two close passes from bus drivers in quick succession

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

Thu, Apr 01, 2021 16:01

London 2012 Anti-Doping Laboratory (picture credit LOCOG)

UK Anti-Doping retests British riders’ samples in wake of Richard Freeman case

Agency has massively ramped up retesting of blood and urine samples over past 14 months

Thu, Apr 01, 2021 13:05

Kids threatened with fines for cycling in London park

Richmond Cycling Campaign says children have been riding bikes on path on Sheen Common for more than four decades

Thu, Apr 01, 2021 11:53

It’s showtime: cool new stuff from Pearl Izumi, Park Tool, 100%, Thule, Elite & more

This year’s iceBike show has gone online and become digiBike. Here are the highlights

Thu, Apr 01, 2021 08:38

Gocycle G4 folding e-bike range launched with updated motor and lightweight construction

New bikes offer same rapid fold as the award-winning GXi

Thu, Apr 01, 2021 08:10

Campagnolo double front disc brake April Fools

Campagnolo launches “groundbreaking” second front disc brake; Regent’s Park velodrome; National Supertuck Champs; Around-the-world cyclist reunited with stolen bike two years later; High traffic neighbourhoods; April Fools gags + more on the live blog

It's Thursday the 1st so join Dan Alexander for all the April Fools' Day ridiculousness and some real news sprinkled in, if he can work out the difference

Thu, Apr 01, 2021 08:01

Could these recycled shorts make you go faster on your bike? Pro rider Dan Bigham thinks so

25 per cent off your personal best on first ride, or you get a refund

Thu, Apr 01, 2021 07:13

April Fools! Face masks made compulsory for cyclists in England

Legislation was announced by the Health Secretary this morning, sending shockwaves through the cycling community

Thu, Apr 01, 2021 06:15

Bike boom set to continue beyond pandemic, according to Halfords survey

Retailer believes there has been a “permanent change in the market” as people switch to two wheels for daily journeys and exercise

Wed, Mar 31, 2021 18:21

Specialized launches Turbo Como Super Light

Hub gears, belt drive and a ‘grab handle’ plus Specialized’s own lightweight motor system

Wed, Mar 31, 2021 16:09

British Cycling appoints its first ever Chief Medical Officer

Dr Nigel Jones, who joined as Head of Medical Services for national team in 2017, takes on expanded role

Wed, Mar 31, 2021 14:33

Near Miss of the Day 562: Three blokes in a van speed through chicane, forcing cyclist riding uphill with priority to swerve

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

Wed, Mar 31, 2021 13:16

broken-bike (CC BY 2.) by Garry McKnight on Flickr)

Cyclist killed after falling into path of oncoming car, inquest hears

Coroner says motorist was “presented with a situation she could not avoid” when Huw Jones lost control of his bike

Wed, Mar 31, 2021 11:23

Ribble unveil four new gravel bikes for off-road performance and choice

The new range from the British brand includes titanium, carbon and aluminium frame options…

Wed, Mar 31, 2021 10:15

BBC presenter criticised for LTN claim; Bus-ted chasing Strava KOMs; PM gives cycling club shout-out; CyclingMikey’s fanclub; CYCLOPS junction; All Bodies on Bikes; Dowsett’s Olympic dream; Jake Stewart injured in Bouhanni incident + more on the live blog

It's another stunning day to get started on those tan lines and catch up on the live blog with Dan Alexander

Wed, Mar 31, 2021 08:01

Shimano steps up efforts to beat counterfeiters

Hard-to-copy packaging design and unique QR codes among measures being taken to beat the fakers

Tue, Mar 30, 2021 18:04

Hammersmith Bridge on evening of full closure

Replacement ferry service confirmed for Hammersmith Bridge – but it won’t start operation until late summer

Service will be operated by Uber Boat by Thames Clippers and is expected to have similar fares to buses

Tue, Mar 30, 2021 14:58

Factor reveals issue behind sheared Ostro Vam steerer tube on Israel Start-Up team bike

Canyon is not the only one having technical incidents; Factor's steerer tube failure occurred at the Omloop Het Nieuwsblad

Tue, Mar 30, 2021 12:45

Bikes in Strasbourg licensed CC BY SA 3.0 by Diliff

French police sting finds suspect linked to hundreds of bike thefts working at Russian Consulate

Investigation reveals that bikes worth total of €100,000 may have been stolen in Strasbourg

Tue, Mar 30, 2021 11:42

Three highlights from the 2021 La Passione range

More bold designs and an expanded range of women's kit from La Passione

Tue, Mar 30, 2021 11:24