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Kangaroo sign, Tour Down Under 2015 (picture credit Regallo)

Tour Down Under will help boost Adelaide Hills bush fire recovery, says mayor

South Australia region hit by natural disaster emphasises it’s “open for business” ahead of WorldTour opener

Thu, Jan 09, 2020 17:09

Evans Cycles branch in Chiswick, now closed

Evans Cycles branch closures fewer than expected at time of Sports Direct takeover

Sports Direct owner Mike Ashley had warned half of Evans' stores would have to close when he bought it in October 2018

Thu, Jan 09, 2020 12:18

Hunt launches Carbon Aerodynamicist rim brake wheel range

British brand offers aero carbon hoops in three different rim depths

Thu, Jan 09, 2020 09:00

Three weird and wonderful (?) things from CES; GFNY sponsor pulls out after Alejandro Valverde ad refused; Bjarne Riis named NTT manager (and part-owner); Durbridge beats world champ Dennis to Aussie TT title _ more on the live blog

All today's news from the site and beyond...

Wed, Jan 08, 2020 21:55

Near Miss of the Day 351: Electric cab driver makes very close pass

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

Wed, Jan 08, 2020 20:51

Evans Cycles, Manchester (CC BY 2.0 Smabs Sputzer:Flickr)

Make Evans Great Again: Evans Cycles investigating “re-purposed” Instagram account (plus exclusive Q+A)

Retailer believes lone wolf ex-employee is behind recent posts - but road.cc has been told otherwise by person involved, who gave us more details in an exclusive interview

Wed, Jan 08, 2020 20:50

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Danger deters one in three Britons from riding bikes, according to new survey

Latest research reinforces perception of road danger as top reason people don’t ride

Wed, Jan 08, 2020 19:39

‘World’s first hydrofoil e-bike’ the Manta5 appears at the CES Show 2020

After years of fine-tuning, Manta5's bike that can ride on water is in production and is being showcased at the CES Show this week

Wed, Jan 08, 2020 16:45

Ban on cars could treble levels of cycling in York, say campaigners (+ video)

York Cycle Campaign points to success of Ghent on getting more people in saddle by restricting motor traffic

Wed, Jan 08, 2020 13:28

Bryton Rider 420E GPS computer – mounted 2

Five cool things coming soon from Bryton, Proviz, Lezyne, Muc-Off and Bioracer

Some more of the best bits we're testing at the moment, with full reviews coming soon...

Tue, Jan 07, 2020 18:56

Bjarne Riis (cropped – source Tinkoff-Saxo on Facebook).jpg

Bjarne Riis set for WorldTour return with NTT; Rohan Dennis on eating disorders; Boss trolls new cyclist; Pointless cycle lane; Aussie cyclist cops $915 fine; Cycling booms in Paris; Shocking close pass on 11-year-old girl + more on the live blog

All today's news from the site and beyond...

Tue, Jan 07, 2020 18:08

Don’t write off Chris Froome, cautions Sir Dave Brailsford

Team Ineos boss reacts to reports that four-time Tour de France winner’s recovery was behind schedule

Tue, Jan 07, 2020 18:04

Near Miss of the Day 350: ‘The closest pass I’ve ever had’

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

Tue, Jan 07, 2020 13:57

Danny MacAskill hits the gym in stunning new video

Scottish trials ace back on top form - but gives the spin class a miss

Tue, Jan 07, 2020 11:48

Greenwich to Woolwich Cycleway artists’ impression 01

Transport for London consults on Cycleway on Greenwich to Woolwich route where three cyclists have been killed in recent years

Views also sought on notorious Woolwich Road roundabout

Mon, Jan 06, 2020 20:16

Live blog: Anonymous employees launch Make Evans Great Again Insta account; Worst bike rack ever – or is it? Anti-dooring tech coming to Tesla cars? $250 ‘folding’ Trek Domane; Pat Nevin reveals he ‘nearly killed’ Roman Abramovich; Man riding on M27 +more

All today's news from the site and beyond and we start a new week...

Mon, Jan 06, 2020 18:13

L’Etape UK is back for 2020! Ride the UK’s official Tour de France sportive in the beautiful Chiltern Hills on 5th July Sponsored

Don't miss out on this challenging and epic sportive that brings a taste of the Tour to Britain, featuring beautiful routes and a bigger and better fan park in its second year...

Mon, Jan 06, 2020 17:43

Canyon Bicycles reveals it has been hit by a ‘massive’ cyber attack

Direct-to-consumer brand says incident before New Year will cause disruption to orders

Mon, Jan 06, 2020 16:58

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‘Cyclists riding irresponsibly’ the only transport-related problem in Oxford city centre according to council survey

Active travel campaigners urge people to write to council flagging up other issues in consultation

Mon, Jan 06, 2020 15:09

#MyCyclingWeekend with Decathlon – 2020 Begins

Time off over Christmas/New Year was the perfect opportunity for some rides

Mon, Jan 06, 2020 13:13

Winner Announced)!

Muc-Off Pressure Washer winner announced!

Mon, Jan 06, 2020 09:41

Parked Brompton (picture Simon MacMichael)

Big growth in sales and profits at Brompton during 2018/19

Pre-tax profits jump 25 per cent to £4 million on sales totalling £42.5 million

Sun, Jan 05, 2020 20:58

RideLondon boss urges Surrey residents to back event in council’s consultation

Event director Hugh Brasher says locals should “look at the benefits that the event brings”

Sun, Jan 05, 2020 20:07

Chris Froome at 2019 Tour de Yorkshire, picture credit Allan McKenzie, SWpix.com_

Updated: Chris Froome insists “recovery is going well”

Team Ineos star responds to reports in Italian press that comeback was behind schedule

Sun, Jan 05, 2020 19:03

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Time Out slammed on social media for ‘How not to be a dick’ when cycling article

London listings mag under fire on Twitter over article - but says it was 'meant to be a bit of fun'

Sun, Jan 05, 2020 18:08