News

Bjarne Riis calls Dave Brailsford “selfish” over Tour de France comments

Team Ineos boss says he will withdraw his team from the Tour if he feels there is a health risk

Fri, May 01, 2020 14:25

Belgian Strava race cancelled following pressure from authorities

Informal time trial intended as ‘a bit of fun’ given rebuke by cycling union

Fri, May 01, 2020 13:32

graphene battery – via Adobe Stock photos

Could e-bikes be about to get even more eco-friendly? Researchers develop rechargeable graphene batteries

In partnership with Trinity College Dublin, Graphene Flagship claim to have produced rechargeable batteries and energy storage devices that are non-toxic because of their graphene construction

Fri, May 01, 2020 13:05

Police increase patrols on Swansea prom due to rising number of cyclists

Pedestrians and cyclists head to seafront for daily exercise

Fri, May 01, 2020 10:55

Ribble’s Titanium CGR adventure bike gets a refresh with a claimed improvement in compliance and stiffness

Dropped seatstays for rear-end compliance and a beefed up headtube for more front-end stiffness are the claims

Fri, May 01, 2020 09:32

Calls for bike industry to lobby govt to avoid post-pandemic congestion crisis; Cops urge cyclists to wear high-vis; Road Worlds organisers pay £35k for Stray repair bill; Event companies could face court; Cav’s homemade turbo + more on the live blog

It's Friday! Jack Sexty is here to provide your lead live blog coverage today with other members of the team chipping in intermittently...

Fri, May 01, 2020 08:35

Could e-bikes be hit by Chinese battery shortage headache? Pandemic causes production to fall 10% in 2020

Two of China's biggest lithium-ion battery manufacturers are facing disruption due to production facilities being located in affected areas, so production is expected to slow while things return to normal

Thu, Apr 30, 2020 15:02

Vélo Birmingham & Midlands – where did your money go? We speak to the people who lost their cash and take a closer look

Amid anger and threats of legal action organisers cite loss-making past editions, this year's one covering costs at best among the reasons for not offering refunds following cancellation

Thu, Apr 30, 2020 14:19

Chris Froome says people writing him off could work to his favour at Tour de France

Four-time winner says that he is fully fit after recovery from injury

Thu, Apr 30, 2020 11:05

Is this the best cycling lockdown video on the web?; Police report mega increase in speeding drivers; Zwift testing new ‘Boost Mode’; “Make sure that drivers see you” says road safety partnership; France to offer everyone 50 euros for bike repairs + more

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

Thu, Apr 30, 2020 08:32

DT Swiss 240 EXP Rear Straight Pull Centre Lock 2

DT Swiss 240 EXP hubs claim 15% improvement in axle stiffness

DT Swiss launch update to massively popular 240 hub.

Thu, Apr 30, 2020 07:43

New colours from Rapha – Dusty pastels are en vogue

Rapha's 2020 colour palette has strong gravel influences.

Thu, Apr 30, 2020 07:00

Near Miss of the Day 402: Driver cuts straight across cyclist

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

Wed, Apr 29, 2020 20:25

North Circular Road, lunchtime 7 April 2020 (copyright Simon MacMichael)

“We’ve only got weeks” to change UK’s cities for the better, warns Chris Boardman

Appeal comes as AA survey suggests a third of drivers may cycle, walk or run more once lockdown eases

Wed, Apr 29, 2020 15:29

Video: Cyclist pushed from bike by motocross bike rider

Police are treating incident in Altrincham earlier this month as assault

Wed, Apr 29, 2020 11:14

nottinghamshire thefts 29 April 2020 – via nottinghamshire police.PNG

Two year’s jail for bike thieves who stole from NHS workers; ’Must Get In Front’ of cyclist video shocker!; Richmond Park cycling ban “infuriating”; 1,008km in 24hrs: Canadian claims Zwift world record; Gaviria’s virus battle + 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, Apr 29, 2020 08:51

Egan Bernal and Geraint Thomas, 2019 Tour de France

Updated: Confusion over how plans to exit lockdown may affect Tour de France

Prime Minister Edouard Philippe reveals plan to ease country out of confinement

Tue, Apr 28, 2020 16:01

York police officer and Deliveroo rider (via Twitter).PNG

Deliveroo rider in York fined by ‘confrontational’ police officer who grabbed his bike (+ video)

Union says council had said ban on bikes would be raised during lockdown - something the council denies

Tue, Apr 28, 2020 11:23

The worst one yet? Sign warns cyclists “you are my targets”; Where are Winstanleys? Retailer not answering customers; No French sport until September; Cyclist told “go home” by pickup driver; 3T 3D-printing valves for dive masks + 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, Apr 28, 2020 08:56

Leicester bike lane for key workers (via Cllr Adam Clarke on Twitter).PNG

“Better than painting bloody rainbows in the road” – Leicester builds “Keyworkers’ corridor” bike lane

East Midlands city creates way to get essential workers to their jobs quickly and safely

Mon, Apr 27, 2020 19:15

Cycling UK fears Welsh Government guidance to only ride within walking distance of home may deter people from cycling

Charity is seeking further clarification of last week’s updated guidance

Mon, Apr 27, 2020 14:29

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-RHXBQ1w7QA

Not-so Near Miss of the Day 401: Driver pulls out on Guernsey cyclist who has no chance to brake

Our regular series featuring close passes from around the country and beyond - today it's Guernsey

Mon, Apr 27, 2020 13:14

Stormtrooper AL-4444 on 2.6 Challenge (via Twitter).PNG

From cycling stormtroopers to MPs in bunny costumes – riders saddle up for 2.6 Challenge

With London Marathon cancelled, people across the UK and beyond joined in charity fundraising drive

Mon, Apr 27, 2020 11:30

2020 Pearl Izumi Competition April - 00 - montage.jpg

PEARL iZUMi competition has finished – Winner Announced!

PEARL iZUMi competition is now closed, and we have a Winner! Could it be you?

Mon, Apr 27, 2020 11:00

Reynolds Competition April 2020 - title.jpg

Reynolds Wheelset Competition worth £1100 is closed and we have a Winner!

Have you been lucky and won a pair of Reynolds AR58/62 disc wheels? Check below and see if you are the winner!

Mon, Apr 27, 2020 11:00