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Lezyne releases new ‘gravel-specific’ floor pump range

The Gravel Floor Drive series promises fast, accurate inflation for mid-volume tyres. Also works on non-gravel bikes too...

Fri, Mar 26, 2021 11:21

Vielo releases second generation V+1 performance gravel bike

The new V+1 Gen2 is 1x optimised and available in a very stylish selection of pastel shades…

Fri, Mar 26, 2021 10:00

Network Rail slams “senselessly idiotic” cyclists crossing in front of train; “Criminal of the year” uses angle grinder on…magistrates’ court bike rack; What’s a gravel pump?; No bikes for YoBikes; Good driving; E3; New tech + more on the live blog

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

Fri, Mar 26, 2021 08:59

What3words app helps get urgent assistance to cyclist who was injured after skidding on oil

Air ambulance arrived within minutes of riders who found Algy Kazlauciunas pinpointing location through the app

Thu, Mar 25, 2021 20:44

Royal Courts of Justice, London (picture bortescristian, Wikimedia Commons)

Cyclist run over by Addison Lee driver sues cab firm for £2m

Sophie Donovan's leg was crushed in July 2018 incident that she says left her with PTSD and unable to work

Thu, Mar 25, 2021 15:18

Hövding’s airbag for cyclists beats all other cycling helmets in independent safety test

The crash-activated airbag for cyclists received independent tester Certimoov’s protection rating of 4.5 stars, while no other cycling helmet received more than 4

Thu, Mar 25, 2021 13:45

Grand Union Canal in Greenford (via Google Street View).PNG

“Hero” cyclists rescue woman from west London canal

Adam Gajewski and Adrian Sobolewski spotted her in the water during their early morning towpath ride

Thu, Mar 25, 2021 12:58

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Freitag releases backpack that twists onto Brompton’s folding bikes

The collaboration between the two urban market brands brings extra functionality to the everyday backpack made of recycled materials

Thu, Mar 25, 2021 11:00

10th anniversary edition Volt Pulse e-bike features clip-in integrated battery

First design to roll off new production line in Milton Keynes

Thu, Mar 25, 2021 10:11

BBC responds to complaints about “shameful” LTN report; Cllr won’t apologise for anti-cyclist “w*nking off the Dutch” tweet; Calls to ban park through-traffic; Will Suez Canal blockage affect bike industry?; Maintenance near miss + more on the live blog

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

Thu, Mar 25, 2021 09:04

Near Miss of the Day 560: Overtaking driver hits cyclist’s elbow – and has no idea (includes swearing)

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

Thu, Mar 25, 2021 07:49

Labour MP says low-traffic neighbourhoods “have left women feeling unsafe”

Whether it’s falling trees, law-breaking drivers being fined or a woman’s abduction and murder, Rupa Huq finds an angle to oppose blocking roads to rat-running drivers

Wed, Mar 24, 2021 16:42

2021 Chris Froome – via Israel Start-Up Nation

Chris Froome’s move to Israel Start-up Nation sees him top list of peloton’s highest earners with €5.5m annual salary

Tadej Pogacar's Tour de France win sees salary more than double, but runner-up Primoz Roglic needs a pay rise

Wed, Mar 24, 2021 13:55

Germany’s Titanum launches MyTi 3D-printed titanium pedals weighing just 100g a pair

New pedals promise quick clipping in and an ultra-low stack height

Wed, Mar 24, 2021 12:42

Endura enters gravel market with new GV500 clothing range

Scottish brand offers shorts and jerseys that borrow tech and materials from well-proven road and mountain bike line-ups

Wed, Mar 24, 2021 11:30

Garmin introduces new Rally power meter pedals

Range offers compatibility with Look Kéo, Shimano SPD-SL and Shimano SPD cleats for both road and off-road, and you can swap pedal bodies to suit the riding you're doing

Wed, Mar 24, 2021 11:00

How New Yorkers deal with parked cars in the bike lane; Conflicting reports about Paris-Roubaix being postponed; Shut up chain; Adam Yates gets first win for Ineos; Rapha’s A Day in Hell; Mystery artist’s floral bikes; New kit + more on the live blog

It's Wednesday and Dan Alexander is here to take you through the middle of the week on the live blog

Wed, Mar 24, 2021 09:01

Near Miss of the Day 559: Horse box driver gives cyclist the finger

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

Tue, Mar 23, 2021 16:59

Cardiff_Pont_y_Werin – licensed CC BYU SA 4.0 by bibeyjj on Wikimedia Commons

Spend on active travel in Wales to hit £20 per head this year

Announcement of £70 million-plus for cycling and walking follows publication of Welsh Government’s new transport strategy

Tue, Mar 23, 2021 15:16

Southfields LTN in LB Ealing (picture Simon MacMichael)

Backers of London LTNs outnumber opponents by three to one

Survey finds that support for closing rat-runs on residential roads is slightly higher among motorists than non-drivers

Tue, Mar 23, 2021 13:04

Tesla co-founder does deal to recycle Specialized e-bike batteries

Specialized will look to recover old batteries through retailers

Tue, Mar 23, 2021 11:20

GT adds a Power to their Grade gravel bike range with three new eGrade e-bikes

Three new eGrade e-bikes launched, one with a flat bar

Tue, Mar 23, 2021 11:11

What can be done to stop bike thefts?; Two men chase off gang of bike thieves; Fundraiser for cyclist who was hit by three motorists; Cav goes close; Chris Froome realistic about his chances; Low San Remo audience; Catalunya TT + more on the live blog

It's Tuesday and Dan Alexander is in the saddle for another day on the live blog

Tue, Mar 23, 2021 09:04

“F*ck people who don’t have their dogs on the lead” – actress Rebel Wilson after London bike crash

Australian actress posted picture of leg covered in ice packs to Instagram

Mon, Mar 22, 2021 19:11

Five cool things coming soon from Rapha, MAAP, Bontrager, Brooks and Rivelo

Here's a round up of the neatest gear and clothing that we're testing at the moment, with full reviews coming soon...

Mon, Mar 22, 2021 16:30