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“Why, Manchester, why?”: Cyclist blocked from dedicated cycle route as cargo bike won’t fit through barriers; Gruesome 50cm splinter surgically removed from track cyclist’s leg; Flèche Wallonne + more on the live blog

It's Wednesday and Dan Alexander is on live blog duty for all your middle-of-the-week updates, including all the action from Flèche Wallonne (and plenty more)

Wed, Apr 22, 2026 09:02

Revived e-bike specialist VanMoof launches the S6, its first new model since McLaren Applied takeover

VanMoof is back with what it calls the "ultimate e-bike". Visually it looks similar but inside it's had the McLaren Applied treatment

Tue, Apr 21, 2026 14:52

snake pass temporary restrictions 2022 – via Derbyshire County Council

Council confident Tour de France will be safe to race up Snake Pass despite “numerous active landslips”

Organisers admit contingency in place amid ongoing saga of roadworks and road closures on iconic climb, Derbyshire County Council having previously suggested “it’s not possible to say if work will be completed” in time for 2027 Tour de France Femmes

Tue, Apr 21, 2026 13:29

No more gears: meet the new e-bike drive system with no mechanical link between the pedals and rear wheel

Niche Mobility has unveiled a prototype drive unit that uses a fully automatic digital system with regenerative braking and a reverse gear, with a launch targeted for 2027

Tue, Apr 21, 2026 11:08

Cyclist riding on road beside cycle lane annoys driver

“He can use the road if he wants”: Cyclist filmed ignoring bike lane in front of driver for “good five minutes” divides opinion; Chris Froome recreates iconic Ventoux run at gran fondo; 45-minute queue for climb at Amstel sportive + more on the live blog

Does anyone remember how to switch the live blog on? It’s been a while, but Ryan Mallon’s back in cycling’s 103rd most famous hot seat, ready to keep you up to speed with all the latest news, views, and general silliness this Tuesday

Tue, Apr 21, 2026 09:57

Coospo’s radar tail light rivals Garmin, Cycplus impresses with a sub-£400 smart trainer, and Ravemen and Moon deliver standout lighting: road.cc Recommends updated with eight great cycling products

A mix of products feature in March’s Recommends, spanning cold-weather kit, lighting, training tech and more

Tue, Apr 21, 2026 09:00

Near Miss of the Day 946: £1,000 fine after impatient driver close passes cyclist

The company that owned the vehicle was given the fine after failing to identify the driver

Mon, Apr 20, 2026 15:48

Cyclist runs across finish line following crash to secure qualification at Track World Cup

Nikita Kiriltsev secured second in the men’s keirin after running the final 200m in cleats and carrying his bike

Mon, Apr 20, 2026 13:29

Scope’s wheels with “Aeroscales”, Felt’s lightweight aero bike plus more cool things from Vision, Scott and Gloria

The latest wheelsets and bikes have arrived for review - here’s a first look

Mon, Apr 20, 2026 12:26

Shimano neutral service bike for Tadej Pogačar at Paris-Roubaix

“He was able to get going again very quickly”: Shimano mechanic rubbishes Tadej Pogačar claim neutral service bike “a wheelbarrow”; A cassette made of… wood?; Pidcock back from horror crash; How fast can pro cyclists down a beer? + more on the live blog

Dan Alexander is back on live blog duty this Monday, hopefully getting you through the worst day of the week with plenty of the goings-on from around the cycling world today

Mon, Apr 20, 2026 09:00

Visualisation of Bristol Regional Cycling Hub – main elevations

Plans for £15m regional cycling hub approved despite residents’ concerns

Council leaders say the hub will be a “community asset” but locals fear high costs, loss of green space and increased traffic

Sat, Apr 18, 2026 16:22

LB Camden protected cycle lane at Gordon Square (picture copyright Britishcycling.org.uk).jpg

More people are walking and cycling as fuel costs rise, but women risk greater social exclusion without affordable alternatives

Nearly three in 10 drivers are switching to walking and cycling, but many, especially women, are cutting back on all journeys

Sat, Apr 18, 2026 15:20

Younger adults are car-dependent, but more likely to switch to active travel, new study finds

Research in China shows younger adults rely more on cars, but are more likely to switch to walking and cycling if infrastructure improves

Sat, Apr 18, 2026 12:16

Budget boost? Hutchinson says £14.99 GP Explorer tyre sets “a new benchmark for entry-level road performance” – plus Thule’s new bike rack that incorporates parking sensors, and loads more from Castelli, POC, Panaracer, Boyd…

French brand brings a new dual-compound tyre to the bargain end of the market, while this week’s tech round-up also features smart cooling for indoor training, Thule’s bike rack that incorporates parking sensors, deep-section carbon wheels, limited-edition kit drops and loads more

Sat, Apr 18, 2026 12:00

Screengrab from CCTV footage of hit and run

Zero arrests from 106 hit-and-runs on cyclists in London last year, as cycling campaigners slam “completely unacceptable” figures

London Cycling Campaign concerned arrest figures will encourage other motorists to "try and get away with it", while Cycling UK says "fear of being caught is disappearing on our roads"

Fri, Apr 17, 2026 15:55

“How the f*** does this happen?”: Cyclists baffled by rider who somehow managed to get inner tube tangled in their drivetrain + more on the live blog

Apologies for the late start, everyone! Your Friday live blog is just about now ready for all your procrastination needs as we head into the weekend

Fri, Apr 17, 2026 11:03

Protective wands installed on “abused” cycle lane notorious for parked cars after “strong support” from locals – but some claim they’ll make the road “more dangerous”

“The addition of wands on the westbound carriageway of Christchurch Road should improve safety and reduce unnecessary illegal parking,” one resident said

Thu, Apr 16, 2026 18:20

Dauphiné 2025 Edward Theuns Lidl-Trek Madone SRAM Red 1x.JPG

SRAM calls for cycling industry to have a “seat at the table” as row over “discriminatory” gear restriction trial hits appeals court

The latest chapter in the ongoing saga surrounding the UCI’s plans to implement new rules on gear restrictions took place this week, six months after a trial at the Tour of Guangxi was halted by the Belgian Competition Authority

Thu, Apr 16, 2026 14:59

“We wanted to move away from the white lines and marginal gains”: Look’s new G85 Cezal combines road precision with MTB spirit

Look's latest gravel bike is built for the rule breakers with gravel specific geometry, catering to riders new and experienced

Thu, Apr 16, 2026 14:00

2026 Orbea Factory Team, Team Camp, Calpe

Maxxis goes all in on 32″ wheels with new tyre range and all-new Aspen AT

32" wheels are here to stay, and now tyres are available to suit more bike types

Thu, Apr 16, 2026 13:00

City of London cycle team police stop and fine cyclist running red light

“The rules apply to everyone”: Number of London cyclists fined for jumping red lights more than doubles in a year, as police warn about endangering pedestrians “for sake of saving a few minutes”

City of London Police says it issued 1,315 fixed penalty notices to cyclists between April 2025 and March 2026, an average of around 25 a week

Thu, Apr 16, 2026 11:43

“I’ve never been given such space”: London cyclist swaps road bike for Lime and rides without a helmet (“the thing I swore I’d never do”) — reports experiencing safer driving and fewer close passes; You can’t carry that by bike… + more on the live blog

We've got news, views, reaction, opinion and the usual silliness coming your way this Thursday, Dan Alexander ready for another dose of live blog action

Thu, Apr 16, 2026 09:06

Alastair MacKellar finishes last, 2026 Paris-Roubaix

The man who raced Paris-Roubaix 7 minutes faster than Peter Sagan… only to miss the time cut

“If there’s a race you want to finish and come last, it’s this one,” said Roubaix debutant Alastair MacKellar

Wed, Apr 15, 2026 17:46

Stolen Red Specialized, Wroclaw police, Poland

Bike-stealing thief attempts to evade police by riding on race course… and gets caught after overtaking peloton

The thief was later caught and now faces up to five years in prison.

Wed, Apr 15, 2026 16:21

Colnago unveils C72 road bike April 2026

Colnago unveils C72 road bike: new Italian-built flagship model blends updated lug design, hidden storage and extra comfort

Handmade in Italy and limited to 3,000 frames a year, Colnago’s latest C Series bike refines its signature lugged construction with a redesigned chassis, integrated cockpit and subtle geometry tweaks – but it doesn’t come cheap

Wed, Apr 15, 2026 14:00