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Daily exercise rules: current cycling dos and don’ts

British Cycling is advising people to ride “for calm recreation” and not to challenge themselves

Fri, Mar 27, 2020 15:28

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#MyCyclingWeekend with Decathlon – Staying Home

Send your turbo pics in to win Decathlon schwag

Fri, Mar 27, 2020 15:19

Cyclists banned from Richmond Park due to “congestion”

Royal Parks says decision has been taken to protect public safety and “to keep this vital green space open for everyone”

Fri, Mar 27, 2020 12:47

Derbyshire Police criticised for suggesting ‘lycra clad cycling’ is currently unacceptable

Force clarifies it really meant group riding after riders in matching club gear were spotted on the Snake Pass

Fri, Mar 27, 2020 12:17

road.cc Quiz Corner – What do these World Tour sponsors actually make?

Test your cycling knowledge in today's quiz

Fri, Mar 27, 2020 11:04

Backlash over triathlete’s 200 mile ride during lockdown; “Absolutely amazing”: Transport Sec’s active travel admission; No Hope as track bike creators suspend production; Halfords offer free bike servicing for NHS workers + more on the live blog

Friday's live blog is brought to you by Jack Sexty (from his living room of course) with the odd break to fetch supplies, spin the legs on the turbo and go for that one blessed hit of permitted outdoor exercise

Fri, Mar 27, 2020 09:17

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Police say cyclists in club kit are ignoring rules and riding in groups

“Large groups” seen on Peak District’s Snake Pass – police say “Stay at home”

Thu, Mar 26, 2020 20:16

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Conspiracy theorist’s allegation that US cyclist was coronavirus Patient Zero of Wuhan outbreak sweeps China

Claim prompts calls for US servicewoman who competed at October's Military World Games in China to be tested for virus

Thu, Mar 26, 2020 15:18

Check out highlights of Le Col’s summer clothing range

...and we have a discount code for you!

Thu, Mar 26, 2020 12:42

“Peloton stud” Rory McIlroy invites golf rivals to static cycling challenge

World number one’s latest session saw him ranked 69th out of almost 11,500 people on Peloton leaderboard

Thu, Mar 26, 2020 12:08

New Wattbike Icon indoor training bike available at discount

Gym-quality bike offers workouts, plans, and fitness tests for those unable to leave home

Thu, Mar 26, 2020 10:42

Are bike thieves targeting doctors and teachers?; Chinese media reports theory US military cyclist who came to Wuhan was “patient zero”; Threat to close Royal Parks to cyclists if rules aren’t respected; Belgian pro’s 369km Zwift session + more

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

Thu, Mar 26, 2020 09:08

How much distance should you leave to the cyclist ahead in a time of pandemic?

It's a lot more than the 2 metres when you are off the bike - we explain why

Wed, Mar 25, 2020 20:08

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When should you visit a bike shop during the emergency lockdown?

What counts as an essential visit to the bike shop? Cycling UK’s policy director Roger Geffen MBE answers some questions so you can decide if you really need to take the risk.

Wed, Mar 25, 2020 17:42

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

Bike shops see boom in repairs and servicing due to coronavirus

One London shop also says it has sold more used bikes this week than it usually would in a year

Wed, Mar 25, 2020 17:39

Hunt Bike wheels launches 44/55 UD Carbon Spoke Disc wheelsets

New wheels feature carbon spoke tech and sub-1400g weight for the 44m rim

Wed, Mar 25, 2020 16:00

The Sufferfest releases lockdown training plans

Four week plans involve indoor-only training; new users get a free month-long subscription

Wed, Mar 25, 2020 14:53

Halfords to reopen stores for essential services as backlash builds to “over simplified and dumb” #BoycottHalfords petition

Motoring and cycling retailer prepares to resume trading in light of latest government coronavirus rules – company says move to help support key workers

Wed, Mar 25, 2020 13:28

The bike industry brands altering production to help during Coronavirus crisis

Muc-Off among those helping during the crisis

Wed, Mar 25, 2020 12:29

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SRAM launches AXS Web ride analysis tool

Portal allows you to analyse ride files specific to shifting, gear use, power zones, and tyre pressure

Wed, Mar 25, 2020 10:07

Evans’ U-turn on above-RRP turbo prices; BoJo is watching YOU on Strava; Pro cyclist’s Strava art – Ride alone or Stay home; Bike Project’s free virtual lessons for front-line workers; NHS ‘only accepted volunteers who drive’; Towpath advice + more

Wednesday's live blog is served to you by Jack Sexty this morning and through the afternoon, with Simon MacMichael rustling up your evening course later on

Wed, Mar 25, 2020 09:30

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Bike stolen from London doctor treating coronavirus patients – and replacement quickly found thanks to Twitter

Laura Pujol said she would need to walk to hospital following theft - until new one was donated

Tue, Mar 24, 2020 22:04

The 2010 Tour of Britain peloton races past London’s ExCel Centre (copyright Simon MacMichael)

London’s ExCeL centre becomes 4,000 bed hospital to treat coronavirus patients

Docklands venue had been due to host London Bike Show this weekend before pandemic hit

Tue, Mar 24, 2020 20:05

Strava launch new Routes premium feature

As part of a wave of updates in 2020 for their Summit subscribers, Strava now provide personalised route recommendations using OpenStreetMap technology

Tue, Mar 24, 2020 18:41

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Lake District cyclist killed after crashing on Honister Pass descent

Witness said brakes appeared to fail before fatal incident on Saturday

Tue, Mar 24, 2020 15:51