Miscellaneous

Robot Wars, Bike Edition: Fuming cyclist “brake checked” by delivery robot chucks it into hedge in viral clip – and gets scolded by drivers for riding on pavement; Vuelta mountain-top finish; The longest stem in the world? + more on the live blog

It’s Friday, the weekend is fast approaching, and your resident live blogger Ryan is, unfortunately, feeling a bit under the weather. But he’s still going to try his best to keep you up-to-speed with all the latest cycling news… after he coughs over it first

“Looks legit”: Police seize bizarre illegal electric mountain bike/scooter hybrid with “more wiring than the average car” – but “genius motorised penny-farthing” praised; “Do they pay road tax?” Anti-cycling bingo; Crunch Vuelta TT + more on the live blog

It’s Thursday and Ryan Mallon’s here to reconvene the Matthew Brennan Appreciation Society… and operate your favourite cycling live blog too, of course

Zwift introduces Ride V2 indoor bike – more adjustability without a price hike + loads more updates for this autumn

Zwift’s indoor bike gets a more compact frame, wider rider fit range and adjustable cranks as standard, and its virtual world is set to get bigger

“Cyclists are never held accountable for anything they do”: Police’s close pass operation angers motorists who claim they feel “persecuted”; 5 Live guest criticised for urging cyclists to “behave much better”; Another Vuelta sprint + more on the live blog

One more day live blogging for Callum this week, and he's once again baffled by the Facebook comments he's reading. He can't explain it either...

“No wonder we’re so quickly hated”: Cyclist says he’s “embarrassed” after witnessing fellow riders not stopping at pedestrian crossing; Dylan Groenewegen injured after collision with motorcyclist; New LTD edition Spesh collection + more on the live blog

Callum is here, dreaming of bluer skies and once again bracing for all that twitter continues to serve him...

BBC criticised for reporting police apprehending “e-bike driver” without mentioning the machine was illegal; Sadiq Khan reps Rapha on latest mouth-frothing ride for social media + more on the live blog

After a week split-screening bike races, Callum is grateful for the gentler rhythm of correcting press reporting and social media dredging that the live blog typically entails

20mph speed limits “bad for drivers’ mental health,” claims Mr Loophole; Cyclist ‘attacked’ by fellow pros over “wild west” doping video; London mayor hopeful vows to end ‘war on motorists’… then rides bike; Tour of Britain; Vuelta + more on the live blog

It’s Friday, bike racing’s on the telly, and Ryan Mallon’s back to ease you into the weekend with more of his usual nonsense on your favourite cycling live blog

“1.5 mile detour? Oh poor you”: Builder criticised for moaning about Tour of Britain’s “Bloody Lycra Brigade” causing minor extension to his commute; Skeggy seaside sprint awaits Merlier & Kooij; High mountains return at Vuelta + more on the live blog

After a day riding shotgun at the Lloyds Tour of Britain Men, Callum is back to multi-screening his consumption of bicycle coverage, whilst chuckling away to himself at the minor inconvenience of a closed road

“It’s murder to keep that speed”: Drivers unhappy as new 20mph limits introduced; Ultra-cyclist’s Monuments world record derailed… by support car crash; Behind the scenes at Tour of Britain; LeBron James rides new custom Canyon + more on the live blog

Rise and shine! En route to Lincoln via a couple of cross-country (not necessarily CrossCountry) trains, Callum will get the live blog up and running before handing over to road.cc's brightest and better-paid...

“Is this all part of the propaganda to dump on cyclists?” Anger after The Sun reshares footage of cyclist hit by van driver from 2023; Footballer banned from driving after cyclist filmed him using phone; Vuelta sprint expected + more on the live blo

Pinch punch, first of the month! A bumper bank holiday has brought Callum back into the thick of things. Still, at least he's not going back to school...

“Officials who should know better, don’t”: Sadiq Khan criticised for describing electric police motorbikes as “e-bikes” as BBC amends misleading headline; ’50km climb’ awaits Vuelta peloton in finale

With Ryan turning his bank holiday into an uber-long weekend, Callum is here holding the fort, dreaming dreams of bike regulation pedantry and a mythical Enric Mas

“Impressively dumb” narrow cycle lane criticised as “box ticking exercise” after repainted lane barely covers double yellow lines; Steep gravel climb awaits Vuelta peloton + more on the live blog

After a mini escape to the continent, Callum has returned to the live blog... because the allure of narrow cycle lanes was just too damn compelling.

Politician slammed for spray painting “eyesore” (and incorrect) ‘No No Cycling’ graffiti on pavement in ‘dangerous cyclists’ crackdown; Unbeatable Brennan; Onley “up all night on toilet”; Madman Pogačar; Hotel boss on Vuelta visit + more on the live blog

It’s Wednesday, thunder’s rolling in, and Ryan Mallon’s back to blast some Dolly Parton tunes and keep you up-to-speed with all the midweek cycling news and views from 9 to 5… I’ll get my coat

“Daily threat to me is two-wheeled”: Pedestrians being “terrorised” by “arrogantly dangerous cyclist idiots”, says Lib Dem peer – after claiming “there is no culture war against cycling”; Five star reviews for Vuelta’s hail hotel + more on the live blog

After dodging some nasty hail yesterday, Ryan Mallon’s back with more cycling news, views, and all the usual silly stuff on the Tuesday live blog

“Why do you hyperventilate every time you see me?” Vuelta influencer accused of “setting women in sport back years” after “cringe” Tadej Pogačar ‘interview’; Hulk Hayter explains ripped shorts + more on the live blog

It’s Monday, August is trundling to its inevitable conclusion, and Ryan Mallon’s back with more cycling news, views, and general silliness on the first live blog of the week

“Share the road? Cyclists never endanger drivers”: Campaign to make endangering a cyclist “as unacceptable as drink driving” praised – but angry motorists urge riders to “find a safer mode of transport”; Julian Alaphilippe tributes + more on the live blog

It’s Friday, the weekend is fast approaching (and the Vuelta too), and Ryan Mallon’s back with another instalment of the Julian Alaphilippe Appreciation Society – sorry, I mean the live blog…

“Bet the principal drives an Audi”: School bans e-bikes from grounds in “nonsense” move, leaving parents “fuming”; “When’s it going to end?” Anger as two student cyclists killed by driver in US; Tour of Britain Women updates + more on the live blog

It’s Thursday, the Tour of Britain is on YouTube, and Ryan Mallon’s ready for another rainy day operating everyone’s favourite cycling live blog

“I’ve got to do better”: New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani gets helmet for riding around city after criticism; Punchy hills around Cockermouth at Tour of Britain + more on the live blog

The pro cyclists - or bicyclists as the Yanks tend to be more fond of - are in action on our shores. Callum can't wait to see the stars scooch past a Greggs or Boots

“People don’t want to leave a shop feeling like somebody is about to hit them with a bike”: Businesses call for town centre cycle ban, despite “insufficient evidence” of dangerous cycling; YouTube coverage for Tour of Britain Women + more on the live blog

It’s Tuesday, drops of water are finally falling from the sky (at least where I am), and Ryan Mallon’s back with a suitably cooler, damper iteration of your favourite cycling live blog

“The hardest days of our lives”: Tarling family mourn death of Fin as GoFundMe for Welsh cycling legacy fund exceeds £40,000; Westminster Council impounding electric hire bikes… again + more on the live blog

After a short break, Callum is back and grappling with yet another avoidable tragedy in the sport he loves

“The cars on that street still use more parking space”: Lime bikes accused of damaging vehicles as “hundreds” dumped on road – but cyclists say there are “too many cars”; Cycle schemes part of “hidden agenda”; Pogačar the barista + more on the live blog

The weekend is so, so close – and Ryan Mallon’s back to help usher in those two glorious days of respite (or whatever you like to do) with some Friday fun on your favourite cycling live blog

“This is exactly why cyclists should have number plates,” says Mr Loophole – after “arrogant” cyclist fined £1,200 for squeezing between cars (while riding without a licence plate); Cyclist in outside lane of 70mph dual carriageway + more on the live blog

After an evening spent fruitlessly searching for a shadow on a piece of paper, Ryan Mallon’s back with more cycling news and views on the Thursday live blog. Anything to distract you from what’s happening in Clacton, really

Children cycling “wrong way around roundabout” latest target of ex-Reform councillor who claimed cyclists should give way to cars – but critics argue he’s delayed safety scheme; Regent’s Park bike jam splits opinion; Cyclist v Tank + more on the live blog

It’s Wednesday and Ryan Mallon’s back from the Côte d'Azur to keep you up-to-speed with the latest cycling news on the live blog, as all you solar eclipse fans dig out your colanders and pinhole projectors ahead of tonight’s big event

“Representation matters”: America’s only black female pro cyclist calls out lack of diversity at Tour de France Femmes; Cyclist riding through Norway slams drivers for “near-death encounters”; AI cyclist Mercedes/Canyon nightmare + more on the live blog

It's Tuesday, and both Ryan and Callum are taking a well-earned break... which means the B Team in the form of Jack Sexty will be blogging you through the day

“Why don’t you apologise? Don’t be so selfish”: CyclingMikey’s latest argument with pedestrian on shared use path sparks discussion; Local angry with cyclist “holding up the road” despite not being in lane; TdF Femmes debrief + more on the live blog

It's a rare team effort on the live blog today, with everyone decompressing from a very dramatic final stage of the Femmes...

“Safer, less polluted, easier to cross”: Campaigners call for blanket 20mph speeds divides city residents; Kasia Niewiadoma snatches Tour de France Femmes yellow jersey on Ventoux + more on the live blog

Today's live blog is a distinctly more morning-focused affair, but Callum won't let that deter him from the cycling causes that matter most... or his impending holiday

Auction house criticised for anti-cycling comments announces spin-off channel for manager’s opinions; Dumped building materials block cycle lane; Vernon Kay upset by Raleigh’s administration; More punchy hills await TdF Femmes + more on the live blo

With a little summer holiday just around the corner for him, Callum is here topping up on his quota of cycle lane madness so he doesn't run dry whilst he's away...

“Drag-reducing” cycling backpack actually makes you slower, says AeroCoach wind tunnel test

The air-filled Ram Air Fairing RAF1 claimed it would “significantly reduce air drag”, but independent wind tunnel testing found it did the opposite

“Bizarre planning”: Cyclists annoyed at “car-brained” council after locked gate placed in middle of cycle path; Work to connect Jacob Rees-Mogg’s favourite cycle lane delayed; Mr Loophole returns; Punchy hills await in TdF Femmes + more on the live blog

Callum is here, and has somewhat inexplicably decided to reference a Bolton comedian one of his blog entries...

“Corporate litter strikes again”: Cyclists frustrated by e-hire bikes blocking pavement; Bus driver criticised for impatiently tailgating cyclist before bus stop; Men’s Tour of Britain teams announced; TT at the TdF Femmes + more on the live blog

With Ryan filing dispatches from a Dijon-bound TGV, Callum's here to keep the live blog ticking over. Fingers crossed his ramblings cut the mustard...