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FFWD launch new road & gravel wheels with “better aerodynamics when using wider tyres”

RYOT55 is designed for aero efficiency on the road while RYOT33 all-rounder has the capacity to take 42mm tyres for “light gravel use”

Tue, Nov 03, 2020 15:00

British brand idō launches inaugural indoor performance collection

Male and female cut jerseys and bib shorts have been designed specifically for the “demanding indoor environment”.

Tue, Nov 03, 2020 14:54

Blenheim Triathlon drafting (copyright Simon MacMichael).PNG

British Cycling calls on government to allow small group rides to continue as second lockdown looms

Plea from governing body as well as counterparts in athletics and triathlon comes ahead of new National Restrictions for England coming into force on Thursday

Tue, Nov 03, 2020 14:21

Near Miss of the Day 493: Aggressive close pass on cyclists riding two abreast

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

Tue, Nov 03, 2020 12:43

2020 Rapha Explore Long Sleeve Pullover Lifestyle

Rapha unveil Explore Long Sleeve Pullover as a casual option for winter adventuring

New men’s and women’s designs are relaxed fit mid-layers for insulating and windproofing

Tue, Nov 03, 2020 11:00

‘Mr Loophole’ says cyclists shouldn’t ride two abreast because they “don’t keep up with traffic”; Jonathan Shubert’s sub-3hr 100 miles Strava; Roglic in red after Vuelta stage 13 win; £11.8m for ‘UK first’ cycling + walking network + more on the live blog

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

Tue, Nov 03, 2020 09:11

Cycling UK urges government to give clarity on new lockdown cycling rules

National cycling charity calls for guidance on length and duration of rides ahead of revised regulations taking effect in England from Thursday

Mon, Nov 02, 2020 19:11

Five cool things coming soon from Kinesis, Lezyne, Corima, Easton and Zycle

Here’s a selection of the best bikes, components and accessories we’re testing at the moment, with reviews being uploaded soon…

Mon, Nov 02, 2020 16:55

Double ascent of Mont Ventoux the centrepiece of 2021 Tour de France (+ flythrough route video)

An early visit to the Alps ahead of a big block of racing in the Pyrenees also feature on next year's race

Mon, Nov 02, 2020 16:53

Near Miss of the Day 492: “The most frightening close pass I’ve had” – motorist speeds past cyclist in driving rain (includes swearing)

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

Mon, Nov 02, 2020 13:23

coronavirus – cyclists rides past social distance warning

What the new lockdown rules mean for YOU as a cyclist in England

From Thursday, you will only be allowed to ride with household members, or one person who doesn't live with you

Mon, Nov 02, 2020 11:41

Nails scattered on controversial cycleway; Jonathan Shubert rides 100 miles…in under three hours; “The worst thing I have ever encountered in my life”: Vuelta peloton suffer on brutal Angliru; Cycling’s toughest climb? + 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, Nov 02, 2020 09:05

Nice to host L’Etape du Tour 2021 – and if you had a place for this year, you’re guaranteed entry

Mass participation event sticks with same route planned for this year before coronavirus crisis hit

Sun, Nov 01, 2020 20:41

Tadej Pogacar in the yellow jersey (picture copyright A.S.O. Alex Broadway)

Tour de France 2021 route presented live tonight – watch it here from 1925 hrs GMT

From Brest to Paris, all the stages of next year's 108th edition of cycling's biggest race will be unveiled on TV and social media

Sun, Nov 01, 2020 19:02

Vuelta Stage 12: Hugh Carthy conquers the Angliru, Richard Carapaz back in race lead

EF Pro Cycling's Preston-born rider lands his first Grand Tour stage win on pro cycling's toughest climb

Sun, Nov 01, 2020 16:55

Fife ultracyclist to attempt virtual Everest on Zwift every day for two weeks

Ross Duncan will also be first person to complete climbing challenge on successive days

Sun, Nov 01, 2020 15:38

Vuelta Stage 11: David Gaudu wins after Chris Froome leads rider protest

Marc Soler, second on the day, moves up to sixth overall

Sat, Oct 31, 2020 16:47

Surrey withdraws support for RideLondon in favour of “less disruptive events”

Decision supposedly swayed by survey which found 58 per cent of people were in support of annual event

Sat, Oct 31, 2020 15:33

London traffic jam (licensed CC BY 2.0 by Garry Knight on Flickr)

Experts says Britain is heading for gridlock with vocal minority nixing schemes to reduce motor traffic

Motor traffic already back to pre-lockdown levels despite huge percentage of people still working from home

Sat, Oct 31, 2020 13:04

British bike manufacturers fearing cheap Chinese imports after Brexit

Brompton and Frog will face domestic pressure from Chinese state-subsidised rivals and also new EU tariffs

Sat, Oct 31, 2020 10:43

Met police officer charged with dangerous driving after he drove over suspect fleeing on a bike

PC Eugene Acheampong opts to be tried by jury at Crown Court

Fri, Oct 30, 2020 16:22

Should Vuelta rider have been allowed to continue after crash that smashed helmet?

Spanish rider Hector Saez remounted in a fresh lid after suffering a blow hard enough to knock a chunk out of the one he’d been wearing

Fri, Oct 30, 2020 15:38

Endura updates popular Windchill clothing range

The Windchill Jacket II, Gilet II and Bibtights II are designed to be a “windproof shield preventing heat loss” on wintry roads

Fri, Oct 30, 2020 15:26

Mr Loophole says cyclists are “abusing” rules on riding two abreast

Nick Freeman says only the motorist can judge when it’s safe to overtake a cyclist

Fri, Oct 30, 2020 12:19

Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department vehicle (licensed CC BY SA 2.0 on Flickr by Tomas Del Coro)

Las Vegas driver arrested for murder after passenger was killed pushing cyclist to her death

District Attorney unlikely to prosecute on murder charge

Fri, Oct 30, 2020 11:44