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road.cc live news blog: no charges relating to mystery package, school cycle number plate debate, Manchester’s missing Mobikes and more

The big debate of the morning involves a school's plan to introduce number plates for pupil's bikes - what do you think? Comment below and follow the blog for more rolling cycling news throughout the day

Wed, Nov 15, 2017 13:10

West Lothian cyclist dies six months after breaking neck in crash in Spain

Well-wishers had raised €25,000 to bring John Telfer home after crash near Alicante in May

Wed, Nov 15, 2017 12:32

Ibis launches Hakka MX carbon adventure bike

Here's another new carbon adventure bike to add to your shortlist

Wed, Nov 15, 2017 11:24

All 1,000 Mobikes removed from Manchester… but they’ll be back, and in greater numbers

Bikes must now be parked within smaller geographic area but firm says this will expand as it adds more bikes

Wed, Nov 15, 2017 11:19

Surrey school says students can only cycle to school if they fit a number plate to their bikes

School says it wants to promote safe cycling “so that our students can be active lifelong riders”

Wed, Nov 15, 2017 08:00

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road.cc live news blog: Near miss debate, Cadel backs camera firm, Pirelli calendar, today’s news and more

Mad Hatter's Rally in NYC, British Cycling okays disc brakes for racing, pothole update and rolling cycling news

Tue, Nov 14, 2017 18:56

Fabian Cancellara signs on at 2015 Strade Bianche (pic ANSA, Del Zennaro, Peri)

Phil Gaimon responds on Fabian Cancellara ‘motor doping’ row

American former pro insists comments in his book have been taken out of context

Tue, Nov 14, 2017 17:20

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Coroner says DfT’s new pothole repair policy increases chances cyclists will be killed

Guidance is only that potholes of a certain depth should be ‘investigated’

Tue, Nov 14, 2017 16:24

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Silk Road inspired ultracycling race announced

New ultracycling race takes on roads of Central Asia's Silk Route

Tue, Nov 14, 2017 15:03

thingumy bike mount, that can be used to transport your Christmas booze, hits funding target inside 24 hours on Kickstarter

Made from upcycled inner tubes, the thingumy can be attached just about anywhere on a bike or person, and used to carry lights, locks and even bottles of rum...

Tue, Nov 14, 2017 12:43

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British Cycling to allow use of disc brakes in all road and circuit races

Change takes effect on 1 January and in part reflects how manufacturers are fitting them as standard

Tue, Nov 14, 2017 12:25

Near Miss of the Day 58: Lorry driver makes VERY close pass on cyclist – and then pulls in

Our regular feature highlighting close passes caught on camera from around the country – today it’s Hampshire

Tue, Nov 14, 2017 12:23

A pothole’s position in the road is as important as its size says Cycling UK, as councils claim some are too small to fix

Advocates risk-based approach to pothole assessment but calls for more funding

Tue, Nov 14, 2017 12:22

We asked to see your pain caves – you didn’t hold back

Your pain caves vary from basic garage setups to lavish home gyms

Tue, Nov 14, 2017 12:20

Rapha expands Polartec Alpha clothing range with new Pro Team and Souplesse Insulated jacket and gilets

Polartec Alpha synthetic down insulation stars in new Rapha winter clothing

Tue, Nov 14, 2017 11:50

Fabian Cancellara in yellow, Tour de France 2015 Stage 2 (picture courtesy Trek Factory Racing)

Fabian Cancellara’s lawyers demand recall of Phil Gaimon’s book and apology over motor doping claims

Meanwhile, Swiss rider's mechanic at 2010 editions of Flanders and Roubaix says he'd have known about any hidden motor

Mon, Nov 13, 2017 20:12

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Ecuador sends “drunk” cyclists – including Movistar pro Richard Carapaz – home from Bolivarian Games

The three riders, due to compete in road race, reportedly went out on the lash after opening ceremony of regional multi-sports event

Mon, Nov 13, 2017 19:05

Near Miss of the Day 57: Driver almost left-hooks cyclist on roundabout

Our regular feature highlighting close passes caught on camera from around the country – today it’s Birmingam ... again

Mon, Nov 13, 2017 16:51

Five cool things coming soon from Favero, Magicshine, Rapha, Northwave and Shimano

A sneak peek at some new gadgets, kit and accessories we've got on test at the moment, with reviews coming shortly

Mon, Nov 13, 2017 16:45

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road.cc live news blog: Monday catch up, Silk Road ultracycling race, mudguards on, Sagan’s court date + more

Here's what you missed Henry Monday morning news catchup + comment and lots more

Mon, Nov 13, 2017 14:00

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Peter Sagan and UCI to meet in court over Tour de France disqualification

Three-time world champion is appealing being thrown out of July's race after Mark Cavendish crash

Mon, Nov 13, 2017 13:39

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Cyclists make for better drivers, study concludes

Researchers in Australia find that those with experience of riding a bike process visual information more quickly

Mon, Nov 13, 2017 12:05

Rapha and Canyon fan? Here’s the bike for you

Rapha and Canyon partner to produce limited edition Ultimate CF SLX

Mon, Nov 13, 2017 08:23

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Aussie cyclists’ horror as new cycle lane routes them onto road with 70-tonne trucks

Melbourne plans will put riders into harms way, say campaigners

Sun, Nov 12, 2017 20:10

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Row in village at foot of Mont Ventoux over plans for cycling hotel and shopping complex plus 3,000-seat covered velodrome

Residents of Bédoin claim "white elephant" wouldn't benefit village's economy and would kill its character

Sun, Nov 12, 2017 20:04