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Weekday cycling in London up 10 per cent on pre-lockdown levels – but car use almost back to former levels too

Biggest growth in bike-riding is happening at weekends – but changes mask shift in shopping and work patterns

Thu, Aug 20, 2020 13:34

Welsh cycle café plan rejected due to lack of parking; Rat-run anger sees protesters D-lock themselves to Regent’s Park gates; ASO changes tack on ‘podium girls’; Kruijswijk out of Tour de France; Yates chasing stage wins + more

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

Thu, Aug 20, 2020 08:27

2020 Welsh Gritty 130 gravel sportive -2

The Gritty 130 brings off road cycling events back to Wales

Entries now on sale for the first off road cycling event in Wales post lockdown

Thu, Aug 20, 2020 08:21

Brake failure believed to have led to cyclist’s death at notorious Yorkshire bridge

Safety barriers were installed at Dibbles Bridge after two other cyclists lost their lives there in recent years

Wed, Aug 19, 2020 19:43

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Drivers who ‘didn’t see’ cyclists they killed both escape jail

Non-custodial sentences handed down following fatal crashes in Cambridgeshire and Lincolnshire

Wed, Aug 19, 2020 17:16

Cycling UK launches free bike-check service to get people in England back in the saddle

More than 150 locations and repairers have signed up so far ... major repairs will be referred to government's Fix Your Bike scheme

Wed, Aug 19, 2020 14:52

Near Miss of the Day 457: Bristol rider gets punishment pass (video includes swearing)

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

Wed, Aug 19, 2020 12:38

“This has got to stop”: Met Cycle Safety Team on “outrageous behaviour” towards cyclists; ‘Traffic warden’ accused of multiple assaults; Row continues over Bournemouth active travel plans; Reaction to Froome and Thomas missing TDF + more on the live blog

Welcome to Wednesday's live blog, with Jack Sexty in charge and Simon MacMichael adding some pearls of wisdom later this evening

Wed, Aug 19, 2020 07:55

Geraint Thomas and Chris Froome on final stage of 2018 Tour de France, picture credit ASO, Alex Broadway KASK cycling helmets

Ineos Grenadiers announce Tour de France team – There’s no spot for Froome or Thomas

Froome will target the Vuelta while Thomas heads to the Giro

Wed, Aug 19, 2020 07:13

Police seek Suffolk cyclist who allegedly assaulted driver

Suspect also said to have spat at vehicle and dented it with his bike in incident last month

Tue, Aug 18, 2020 14:32

No socially distanced World Naked Bike Ride for London this year

Organisers were confident of safety of riders, but had concerns over that of spectators

Tue, Aug 18, 2020 11:50

Near Miss of the Day 456: Bus driver almost sends cyclist into grass verge

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

Tue, Aug 18, 2020 10:36

Avrox claims new Ei8ht Energy drink boosts peak power by 6.6% and saves 37 seconds over a 16 km time trial

The new energy drink boasts some pretty impressive claims

Tue, Aug 18, 2020 10:30

drivers on london cyclepath – via Rob N on twitter.PNG

Is this the Team Ineos – sorry, Ineos Grenadiers – Tour de France line-up? Drivers filmed using cycle lane to get around roadworks; Driver who left-hooked Schachmann fined; Jakobsen thanks medics who saved his life; Liverpool FC on reluctant ride + more

Welcome to Tuesday's live blog, with Jack Sexty at the controls and Simon MacMichael taking over later this evening.

Tue, Aug 18, 2020 09:09

off-road.cc gets a new drop-down review menu!

Sister site develops to make review navigation easier

Tue, Aug 18, 2020 08:56

Metropolitan Police car and traffic officer

Cyclists “getting away with” breaking the law claims Sunday Times

Enforcement in London up against drivers, down against cyclists, but there is a very good reason for it due to police targeting those posing the greatest risk

Mon, Aug 17, 2020 18:58

4×4 driver reportedly swung trailer at cyclists on purpose, causing both to be hospitalised

Trailer knocked one rider from his bike, with the other crashing into him; police appeal for information

Mon, Aug 17, 2020 16:29

Garmin Fenix 6 Pro Solar – info screen 5.jpg

Five cool things coming soon from Garmin, Merida, Topeak, Showers Pass and SunGod

Here's another selection of cool stuff we're testing at the moment, with full reviews coming soon...

Mon, Aug 17, 2020 15:55

Cube launch 2021 bike range – gravel, road, and commuter bikes among the highlights

New carbon gravel bike and a commuter-focused road range are just some of the bikes to catch the eye

Mon, Aug 17, 2020 13:55

“Nightmare” government Fix Your Bike scheme leaves bike shops waiting for payment

50,000 vouchers worth £50 each were snapped up when scheme launched last month

Mon, Aug 17, 2020 13:41

Near Miss of the Day 455: Police act against close pass (police) driver – “a warning letter or a fixed penalty or a prosecution has been issued”

Avon & Somerset Police thank cyclist who submitted footage “for helping to keep our roads safe”

Mon, Aug 17, 2020 12:04

Goodyear adds to tubeless tyre range with entry-level and racing options

Goodyear has developed a Dual Angle tubeless bead for better sealing

Mon, Aug 17, 2020 09:49

Cyclist’s hilarious “passive-aggressive sign battle” with NIMBY neighbour; Jumbo-Visma manager wants external course safety checks; Bruyneel says UCI all about money; Clothes brand slammed for shocking ‘Ride Bikes F**k B*tches’ tee + more on the live blog

Welcome to Monday's live blog. Jack Sexty is in charge as we kick off the week, with Simon MacMichael taking over later this evening

Mon, Aug 17, 2020 08:36

RideLondon cyclists do their bit for charity despite cancellation of this weekend’s event

From sports stars to club cyclists and first-timers, people have been out on their bikes for good causes

Sun, Aug 16, 2020 22:43

UCI considers action against Il Lombardia organisers after driver crashes into Max Schachmann

World cycling's governing body reacts to shocking incident in finale of yesterday's Monument

Sun, Aug 16, 2020 20:18