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Newspapers reported to press standards body over misleading photos; Dowsett’s first Zwift race; Trackstand G&T from Elinor Barker; Spider-man + hex key + rollers; Pub painted yellow for the Tour de Yorkshire facing £20,000 fine + more on the live blog

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

Thu, Apr 09, 2020 08:13

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Full Kit Ranker semi finals: your chance to vote for the greatest cycling jersey of all time

A couple of surprise results in the quarter finals have led to our final four... which classic jerseys are you sending through to the grand final?

Wed, Apr 08, 2020 19:11

Near Miss of the Day 395: Close pass with contact in Canada (+ video)

Our regular feature showing close passes from around the country and beyond - today it's Canada

Wed, Apr 08, 2020 16:44

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Misleading press pictures of Regent’s Park cyclists reportedly lead to aggression from drivers

Royal Parks is said to be discussing with media portrayal of cyclists using its parks

Wed, Apr 08, 2020 15:28

Video: Shiny Stuff episode 3 featuring Suplest, Giant, Fabric and Blackburn

Shoes, tyres, pumps and lights feature in this lockdown edition of Shiny Stuff...

Wed, Apr 08, 2020 14:56

British Cycling to furlough a third of its workforce as it faces £4m drop in income

CEO Julie Harrington says "tough decision" will see 90 roles furloughed during April and May

Wed, Apr 08, 2020 11:53

Canyon launch the Endurace:ON AL, their first e-road bike, at groundbreaking £2,799 price point Sponsored

The online bike retailer has unveiled their first electric road bike, which is also the first e-bike shipping with the Fazua motor system's Black Pepper firmware update for much improved power delivery

Wed, Apr 08, 2020 09:34

Muc-Off making sanitisers and donating anti-bac products to NHS; Piers Morgan slams “moron cyclist”; Bardet against lockdown exception for pros; Paris outdoor exercise ban; Ineos hosting Zwift ride on Sunday; Froome joins Tik Tok + 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 08, 2020 08:26

Rose reveal updated Backroad gravel bike

There's a re-designed geometry, front-end integration and more mounting options.

Wed, Apr 08, 2020 07:43

Video: MP calls on cycling minister to implement temporary segregated cycle lanes – but is told government not actively encouraging them

Ruth Cadbury also asks Chris Heaton-Harris to support key workers riding to work

Tue, Apr 07, 2020 16:23

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Giant launch 2021 TCR Advanced – the “fastest TCR ever”

New bikes are lighter, stiffer, and more aero than key rivals, according to Giant – range also includes new wheels and saddles too

Tue, Apr 07, 2020 15:59

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First Ride Review: Giant TCR Advanced SL 0 Disc

A lightweight and stiff race bike that's now been given the aero treatment

Tue, Apr 07, 2020 15:59

Late July start for Tour de France according to latest reports

Organisers ASO tight-lipped for now, but no logistics problem forecast if race is delayed

Tue, Apr 07, 2020 15:01

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

UK road traffic falls to lowest levels in 65 years due to lockdown

Traffic returns to levels last seen in 1955 – when there were more than seven times fewer licensed motor vehicles

Tue, Apr 07, 2020 11:49

Starting bid is £16,000 as Passoni auction Limited Edition bike for charity

The Italian brand aims to raise £20,000 to help fight Coronavirus in their home region of Lombardy

Tue, Apr 07, 2020 10:59

Canyon offer free shipping on all bikes and new 0% finance option

The German direct sales giant have now added a slightly different spin on the 0% finance option allowing you to choose how long you want to spread the cost over between two and six months

Tue, Apr 07, 2020 10:59

Boy, 5, given breath test in Taiwan after crashing bike into a Tesla; Lazer’s design-your-own lid comp; Straight Outta Brompton; Triathlete loses virtual race because husband tripped over trainer cable; Cyclist caught riding on M69 + 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 07, 2020 08:45

Where’s Cavvy? (copyright Simon MacMichael)

Times latest newspaper accused of trying to shame cyclists with dodgy telephoto pics

Thunderer joins Mail and Sun on media list of shame for misrepresenting cyclists social distancing

Mon, Apr 06, 2020 16:50

Strava launches NHS Active challenge and it raises £80k before it even starts

The challenge asks Strava users to give a fiver (or more) and get active for 12 days in a row

Mon, Apr 06, 2020 15:10

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Mark Cavendish reveals “dark” struggle with depression

Bahrain-McLaren sprinter says he is "on the other side" now after August 2018 diagnosis

Mon, Apr 06, 2020 13:39

Near Miss of the Day 394: Bendy bus driver gets close on quiet road

Our regular feature showing close passes from around the country - today it's Hertfordshire

Mon, Apr 06, 2020 10:44

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Ricky Gervais goes cycling, says stop “acting like t*wats” (no, not you); Zwift peaks at 35,000 users… but are pros spoiling the fun?; Motorbiking Zwifter goes viral; ‘Coolest car in cycling’ stolen; Kitchen CX with Frank Schleck +more on the live blog

Welcome to Monday's live blog. Jack Sexty is your blogger-in-chief today, with Simon MacMichael taking over later this evening.

Mon, Apr 06, 2020 08:23

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Updated: Health secretary says no plans to ban cycling and other exercise – after suggesting earlier that it might be

Matt Hancock says "the current rules must be followed"

Sun, Apr 05, 2020 20:30

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Luke Rowe buys new bike for Cardiff doctor whose bike was stolen

Team Ineos star steps in after seeing intensive care medic's Twitter post

Sun, Apr 05, 2020 19:24

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Oldest Tour of Flanders winner Andrei Tchmil reveals he has been operated on for cancer

Former Lotto rider who was 37 when he won race 20 years ago had surgery in Italian city of Brescia

Sun, Apr 05, 2020 16:42