Community

Council stands firm against vandals and votes to keep low-traffic neighbourhoods

Since introduction last year, the Oxford low-traffic scheme has been targeted by a vocal opposition, including one incident which saw a bollard set on fire

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Ironman triathlete’s £15,000 TT bike and kit lost by British Airways — cyclist waiting to be reunited two weeks later

Another tale of a cyclist suffering an airline baggage nightmare this summer...

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“Accident waiting to happen” gravel cycle path maintained by good-willed resident with a shovel

If you want something done, do it yourself...

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Bristol plans to build a new £14 million cycling centre

The new centre would replace the current Bristol Family Cycle Centre

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Up to 15 bikes stolen from Cambridgeshire bike charity OWL Bikes

The charity had just partnered with local groups to offer the bikes for Ukrainian refugees

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Analysis shows nearly a third of Low Traffic Neighbourhoods have been scrapped

The LTNs are removed sometimes without any local consultation

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“Everyone was shaking”: Montana cyclists survive close encounter with grizzly bear (includes video)

The 15-strong group was descending a mountain in the state’s Glacier National Park when they came across the apparently sleepy bear

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Does University Parks cycling ban matter? Oxford cyclists say it’s a non-issue

One local claims that those criticising Oxford University Parks’ no cycling policy are “making mountains out of molehills”

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No cycles whether ridden or not: “Ridiculous and petty” sign banning bikes in Oxford University Parks slammed

Signs in Oxford University Parks ban those on bikes... even if they get off and walk

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French cyclists launch competition to find worst-parked cars in their city

The 'Garé comme une merde', loosely translated to 'parked like crap' competition is the creation of the Lyon cycling association La Ville à Vélo Lyon Métropole

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“Give cycling dedicated space”: Readers react after dog walker blames “arrogant” cyclists for shared-use path collision

An 11-year-old springer spaniel lost its leg after it was struck by a cyclist, prompting calls to “consider others” while cycling alongside walkers – though some said shared-use paths “create too much conflict”

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“Arrogant” cyclists blamed as dog needs leg amputated after shared-use path collision — how can safety be improved for everyone?

The incident on the outskirts of Bangor has prompted an all-too-familiar 'us vs them' debate in the local press, with some blaming speeding cyclists while others demand dog walkers control their pets

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Ritchey turns 50!

Brand known for the early ultra light racing mountain bikes and first welded MTB rim celebrates 50 years

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Plans to encourage cycling by banning cars from “rat run” delayed

1,000 locals have signed a petition opposing the scheme in Beeston, though one resident claimed campaigners have “catastrophised” the ban

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“If you’re a competent driver it shouldn’t cause any issues”: Cyclists react to Highway Code change outrage

There has been a lot of noise on TV, radio, national newspapers (and from a loophole-loving lawyer) recently...but what do cyclists think about the Highway Code changes?

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Cars to be banned from “race track” shortcut to promote cycling

Nottinghamshire County Council believes banning drivers will help promote cycling for all ages

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Rubbish! Angry residents hit back at council’s cycling solution to bin strike

Coventry City Council suggested people use bikes to take their rubbish to drop-off sites if they don't have a car

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Bike commuter fined £80 for breaching PSPO says ‘no cycling’ signs need to be clearer

“There are numerous signs about not feeding the ducks but none about not cycling,” says Clive Perry

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Cambridge cyclists issue impassioned ‘Please stop killing us’ plea

Greater Cambridge Partnership receive stark feedback after public consultation into £20 million funding plan

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Proviz face social media backlash for inflammatory post

Enhanced-visibility sportswear brand come under fire after asking followers to fill in a provocative blank

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Cambridge’s e-bike share scheme has been extended and expanded

Voi e-bikes with numberplates to become available in market towns and rural areas

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Video: How to wild camp responsibly with OS Maps and Cycling UK

Vedangi Kulkarni advises on how to wild camp responsibly

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Parish council calls in police to oversee bike rack installation amid protest fears

Residents accused the council of being a 'dictatorship'...

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Cyclist who rode 100 miles out of the saddle to repeat ride on Zwift to prove he wasn’t lying

In the latest update to the 100 mile standing up saga, Chad Tavernia has promised to recreate his ride on the virtual cycling app

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Bike Library scheme gives thousands of people access to bicycles for free

Chris Boardman launched the initiative in Manchester this week

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#emptyroadsofengland – While the nation watches footie will you be out on your bike?

Missing England's big match for a quick evening bike ride? Share your empty road pics and it could mean free socks

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Centenarian cycling record holder dies aged 109

Speaking a few years before his death, he said the secret to his long life was to 'Use everything and abuse nothing.'

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“The cargo bike is my everything… it’s my lifeline,” says Orla Chennaoui

In the third episode of Drink at your Desk Live, Orla Chennaoui talks about her love of the humble cargo bike...

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Deliveroo cyclists speak out about harassment

“It’s astonishing to me that a lot of people don’t know the boundaries of personal space", said one Bristol-based Deliveroo cyclist

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Cargo bike ‘photobomb’ in front of Liverpool team bus goes viral

"We were just on our way to the pub"

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