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Merlin Cycles unveil new £425 PR7-R beginner’s racing bike

Aluminium frame with race-ready geometry and Shimano Sora parts for Merlin's all-new race bike

Wed, Dec 02, 2015 15:51

TfL and Met Police to get tough on anti-social driving

Aim is to tackle behaviour likely to exacerbate congestion on the roads

Wed, Dec 02, 2015 12:26

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Kali introduces new Tava aero road helmet, with a cool cyclocross tricks video

Californian company’s new aero road helmet offers low weight and added safety features

Wed, Dec 02, 2015 11:06

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Thief posing as bike shop customer rides off on £4k mountain bike

North West Mountain Bike Centre releases CCTV image of thief

Wed, Dec 02, 2015 10:36

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“Fastest man on two wheels” just got faster as Mark Cavendish swaps Lycra for leathers (+ video)

Sprinter channels his Isle of Man roots on racing motorbike

Wed, Dec 02, 2015 09:36

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Video: Dan Martin joins Col Collective on Andorra’s Arcalis

Pyrenean climb features in next year's Tour de France - history suggests it'll be a cracker

Tue, Dec 01, 2015 21:43

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Sugar mixed with water more effective than some energy drinks, say researchers

A spoonful of sugar helps performance go up, say researchers

Tue, Dec 01, 2015 19:55

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London-based Bruce Berkeley to take on Year record in 2016

'Cycle Doctor' bike mechanic (pictured left) already holds Guinness World Records for weekly and monthly distance

Tue, Dec 01, 2015 17:32

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Insurance firm to offer cyclists cheaper car insurance – because they’re better drivers

Firm says cyclists are more alert and road aware when behind the wheel

Tue, Dec 01, 2015 16:59

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Videos: Insane 9-year old BMXer + best bike storage solution

9-year old Japanese kid lands an unbelievable trick, ceiling bike storage how-to + CX in the 80s

Tue, Dec 01, 2015 16:39

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Was cyclist right to take motorist to task? Sussex Police think not

Police spokesperson says cyclist was given advice about his conduct

Tue, Dec 01, 2015 15:29

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Cadence Performance crowdfunding £300,000 for expansion

South London business provides fitness and social hub for cyclists

Tue, Dec 01, 2015 15:25

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Great cycling deals on winter bundles & 8/10 carbon wheels

We simmer down after a crazy week of deals with Merlin winter gear and a pair of carbon clinchers

Tue, Dec 01, 2015 13:51

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Coventry drug dealer caught after pink bike arouses suspicion

Receives 10-month prison sentence suspended for two years

Tue, Dec 01, 2015 13:17

Poundworld’s non-reflective hi-vis jackets attract £63,000 fine

Prosecutor describes the supposedly hi-vis vest as “little more than an item of clothing”

Tue, Dec 01, 2015 10:31

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Lizzie Armitstead and Chris Froome make BBC Sports Personality shortlist

Previous winners include Tom Simpson, Chris Hoy, Mark Cavendish and Bradley Wiggins

Tue, Dec 01, 2015 09:33

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Dear Santa … may I have an R2D2 cycle helmet? (+ video)

Bell collaborates with Lucas Film on Star Wars range

Mon, Nov 30, 2015 18:32

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Crowdfunding launched for floating London bike workshop The Bicycle Barge

Craft will ply the capital's waterways offering services to towpath cyclists

Mon, Nov 30, 2015 16:04

Cyber Monday & even more Black Friday deals

The cycling deals are still going strong, and the DealCatcher has his finger on the pulse

Mon, Nov 30, 2015 15:54

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#mycyclingweekend – Sunday, muddy Sunday

You shook off the Black Friday hangover for a brown Saturday and Sunday

Mon, Nov 30, 2015 14:41

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Pinarello announces wireless Dogma F8W

Italian brand equips flagship race bike with SRAM Red eTap wireless shifting

Mon, Nov 30, 2015 13:33

Swansea Strava users told to cut speed on shared use paths

Claims of 30mph over Swan Bridge, shared with pedestrians

Mon, Nov 30, 2015 12:38

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How to wear a cycling cap + video

Peak up? Peak down? Is there a correct way to wear a cycling cap?

Mon, Nov 30, 2015 11:46

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UCI confirms disc brake trials to continue in 2016

Professional teams allowed to use disc brakes at any race in 2016

Mon, Nov 30, 2015 09:55

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Cyclists’ Defence Fund repeats appeal for funds to help Michael Mason’s family secure justice

Private prosecution being brought against driver involved in fatal crash on Regent Street

Mon, Nov 30, 2015 09:19