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Specialized Aethos Pro and Expert models announced with 699g frame weight

Two Shimano Ultegra Di2 models and one SRAM Force eTap AXS model come with a 114g heavier Fact 10r carbon frame

Thu, Oct 22, 2020 16:00

Northfields LTN (picture by Mark Eccleston on Twitter)

Ealing Council wins crucial vote on Low Traffic Neighbourhoods at emergency meeting

Meanwhile, poll finds that silent majority across country supports such schemes despite vocal but small opposition

Thu, Oct 22, 2020 15:13

Ratio has a nifty way to add an extra shift to your 1×11 SRAM mechanical groupset

UK start-up Ratio says its £49.50 conversion kit will turn SRAM mechanical 1x11 shifters into 1x12

Thu, Oct 22, 2020 14:55

Is this e-bike subscription model the future? Soundcloud founders raise £15 million for Dance, an all-inclusive “frictionless” e-bike service

Dance subscribers will get a fully assembled "state-of-the-art" e-bike delivered to their doorstep, with maintenance and insurance included for a rolling subscription fee

Thu, Oct 22, 2020 12:47

Near Miss of the Day 486: Lorry driver cuts across cyclist at roadworks in “terrifying” overtake

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

Thu, Oct 22, 2020 11:15

Jai Hindley takes Stelvio stage ahead of Geoghegan Hart at Giro as Kelderman moves into race lead; Dan Martin wins Stage 3 of the Vuelta; Motorist arrested for death of cyclist after police review of “shambles” of a case; Headless cyclist + more

Today's live blog with Alex Bowden (daytime) and Simon MacMichael (evening)

Thu, Oct 22, 2020 08:18

Assos releases 2021 Equipe RS winter range based around a £575 jacket

Assos claims that the new kit is a “new benchmark in breathability and weatherproof protection”

Wed, Oct 21, 2020 23:01

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Jail for speeding driver who killed cyclist in Norwich

Aaron Evans was driving at almost twice the speed limit when he hit Ian Mooney, fatally injuring him

Wed, Oct 21, 2020 19:42

Study: Drivers give more space to cyclists with child seat or trailer

New research shows more than 10cm extra given to those perceived to be carrying child on bike, and fewer close passes

Wed, Oct 21, 2020 16:52

Hunt introduces 42mm deep Limitless gravel wheel with the promise of “maximum aerodynamic benefit”

Wheel is 36mm wide and sits alongside existing aero road wheel

Wed, Oct 21, 2020 14:00

Near Miss of the Day 485: “You should know better” – 4×4 driver carrying road bikes makes close pass on cyclist

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

Wed, Oct 21, 2020 11:11

Video: Inflatable e-bike (okay, moped) intended as affordable last mile transport option

Inventors believe “Poimo” could prove more cost effective than other micro-mobility options

Wed, Oct 21, 2020 11:06

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Councillor under fire over anti-cyclist “w*nking off the Dutch” tweet considering his position; Best ever cycling save? Vuelta “part of the process of getting back”, says Froome; Trek join ‘How it started. How it’s going’ bandwagon + more on the live blog

Your midweek live blog will mostly be compiled by Jack Sexty, with some contributions from Simon MacMichael later this evening

Wed, Oct 21, 2020 07:41

Chris Froome loses 11 minutes on Vuelta opener as Ineos Grenadiers signal changing of the guard (+ video)

Two-time Vuelta winner dropped on penultimate climb as team pushes on for Richard Carapaz, who finishes second on stage to Primoz Roglic

Tue, Oct 20, 2020 19:17

Devonshire Quarter development by Brookgate

Major Cambridge development refused planning permission in part due to lack provision for cyclists

Campaigners believe decision could serve as precedent elsewhere in England for schemes that fail to follow recent government guidance on cycling infrastructure

Tue, Oct 20, 2020 16:27

News Decathlon revive 9.5 Titane road bike for gravel and call it the GRVL Ti 900 has been updated. Decathlon revive 9.5 Titane road bike for gravel and call it th GRVL Ti 900

New Ti gravel bike teased from big brand known for reasonable prices

Tue, Oct 20, 2020 12:31

Near Miss of the Day 484: Must Get In Front bus driver cuts up cyclist at pinch point

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

Tue, Oct 20, 2020 12:07

Bradley Wiggins’ liquidated businesses owe over £1m; Misleading ‘Dutch Reach Challenge’ TikTok vid “unfortunate”, say Cycling UK; Froome dropped on Vuelta stage 1; Decathlon revive 2005 Ti racer as ‘GRVL’ bike + more on the live blog

Tuesday's live blog is brought to you courtesy of Jack Sexty, with Simon MacMichael making some contributions later this evening

Tue, Oct 20, 2020 09:05

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Fernando Gaviria tests positive for COVID-19 – for the second time this year

Colombian sprinter was only rider to test positive in latest wave of testing at the Giro d'Italia

Tue, Oct 20, 2020 08:46

Video: Slow-moving driver forces cyclist off the road on Woodhead Pass

“You've got to give me more space than that, you can't do that!” says rider who was out with his partner in the Pennines when incident happened

Mon, Oct 19, 2020 19:27

Chris Boardman urges people to have their say on Highway Code changes

British Cycling submits response to consultation into measures that can make roads safer for cyclists and which closes next week

Mon, Oct 19, 2020 15:35

Jumbo-Visma, GreenEdge and Sunweb swap bike suppliers for 2021

Bike brands Cervélo, Bianchi and Scott all move to new WorldTour homes

Mon, Oct 19, 2020 14:28

Two team staff members – but no riders – test positive for COVID-19 ahead of tomorrow’s Vuelta start

Organisers have unveiled mobile lab capable of conducting hundreds of coronavirus tests a day

Mon, Oct 19, 2020 13:46

The Frontier 300 gravel race is back on the cards for 2021

Circumstantially delayed gravel race is back on for 2021

Mon, Oct 19, 2020 12:14

Near Miss of the Day 483: Audi driver makes close pass while beeping horn

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

Mon, Oct 19, 2020 11:15