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Inquest held on cyclist killed as he pushed bike on unlit road

John Page was struck by bus close to Hinkley Point C power station construction site in Somerset in January

Wed, Jun 17, 2020 18:00

Near Miss of the Day 424: “Morons” ignore red lights and drive at cyclists through roadworks

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

Wed, Jun 17, 2020 15:45

Lumos adds another indicator helmet range with new Ultra that features a lighter design and lower price

The Kickstarter is still running and has raised over £1m so far.

Wed, Jun 17, 2020 14:55

European Cyclists’ Federation launches online dashboard to track cycling infrastructure across comntinent

New tool also ranks cities and countries including UK on how much is spent and how much is being built

Wed, Jun 17, 2020 14:25

Government’s ‘green’ Garden Towns and Villages being built across England will make 200,000 families car-dependent, report says

Study finds reality does not reflect vision, with poor or no public transport or active travel infrastructure, and lack of local amenities

Wed, Jun 17, 2020 11:54

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AbsoluteBlack launches GrapheneLube, claiming “sub five watts of frictional loss over 900kms” …it’s not cheap though

The “world’s first hydrocarbon-based chain lubricant containing graphene” costs £114.99 for 140ml

Wed, Jun 17, 2020 10:17

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Rochelle Gilmore’s countertop pose recreated; Council say park cycling ban is because cyclists using it “as a race track”; Irish Deputy panned for demanding helmet law; Driver overtakes on wrong side of refuge island twice + more on the live blog

Welcome to your midweek live blog, with Jack Sexty providing your lead coverage and Simon MacMichael chipping in this evening

Wed, Jun 17, 2020 08:41

Bernard Hinault has a pint at the Robin Hood pub

Bernard Hinault involved in Mavic rescue bid as French court receives offers for troubled business

Five-time Tour de France winner will promote brand if offer successful, including developing e-bike products

Tue, Jun 16, 2020 17:49

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Triumph launch the Trekker GT, their first ever electric bicycle

The motorcycle legends have added pedals to their latest creation, a premium e-bike with a Shimano STEPS motor, RockShox forks and integrated LED lighting

Tue, Jun 16, 2020 16:20

Assos launch race-focused Dyora RS women’s kit using “lightest, fastest fabrics to date.”

The new clothing features a female-specific aero cut and a brand new chamois

Tue, Jun 16, 2020 16:14

The Bicycle Repair Shop, Acton (picture credit Simon MacMichael)

Still no sign of the government’s £50 Fix Your Bike vouchers

DfT is still finalising details of scheme – but with lockdown easing, time is pressing to get would-be cyclists back on the road

Tue, Jun 16, 2020 14:51

Wiggle says customers’ login details were obtained externally by hackers to access accounts

Online giant also promises to refund people affected, and recommends users reset passwords

Tue, Jun 16, 2020 13:57

Garmin adds ‘Plus’ models to the Edge 130 and Edge 1030 GPS cycling computers

Incremental updates announced for Garmin's Edge 130 and 1030 GPS cycling computers

Tue, Jun 16, 2020 12:00

Near Miss of the Day 423: HGV driver overtakes cyclist … into path of another lorry

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

Tue, Jun 16, 2020 10:46

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“This is a bike path, YOU go back!” Cyclist has no time for driver in cycle lane; Evans Cycles slammed over order delays; Sarah Storey “shocked” at police response to dangerous driving report; Hinault steps in to help ailing Mavic + more on the live blog

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

Tue, Jun 16, 2020 08:45

Canyon’s double World Championship winning Inflite cyclocross bike gets a 2020 refresh

Canyon is sticking to what they reckon is a winning design

Tue, Jun 16, 2020 08:00

Wiggle investigating suspected cyber attack on customers’ accounts

Some customers have highlighted money being taken for goods they never ordered to be delivered to addresses they don't know

Mon, Jun 15, 2020 16:30

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New mapping tool identifies top priority locations for new cycle routes

Brand new tool allows evidence-based approach for new cycleways in England, researchers say. Find routes in your local area

Mon, Jun 15, 2020 16:06

Cyclescheme’s Brilliant Person contest 2020: winners Q+A

Brand spanking new bikes have now been won by 13 brilliant people, and we’ve caught up with some of them to see how they’re getting on with their new best friends!

Mon, Jun 15, 2020 15:47

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Edinburgh NHS worker physically and verbally abused by youths while commuting by bike

Meanwhile Dundee cyclist’s arm broken after teen jumps out at him, as incidents of youths targeting bike riders rise

Mon, Jun 15, 2020 15:28

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20 per cent of Ireland’s transport budget to be spent on cycling and walking under new coalition agreement in massive boost to active travel

Green Party secures funding commitment from partner parties Fine Fáil and Fine Gael

Mon, Jun 15, 2020 12:55

Near Miss of the Day 422: Close pass by driver towing horse box (includes swearing)

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

Mon, Jun 15, 2020 11:10

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Police won’t prosecute dangerous driver… because incident was filmed by a cyclist; Wiggle customers claim accounts have been hacked; How much can a Deliveroo rider make in 24hrs?; Harry Tanfield’s ‘Coast to coast to coast’ ride + 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, Jun 15, 2020 08:15

How well do you know your songs? The road.cc lockdown cycling music quiz

25 song titles that may be vaguely bike-related - name the artists and songs and win a pair of road.cc socks!

Sun, Jun 14, 2020 21:28

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Everesting World Record falls yet again – to WorldTour cyclist Lachlan Morton

EF Pro Cycling rider scales height of world's tallest mountain on his bike in a little over seven and a half hours

Sun, Jun 14, 2020 19:47