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Bournemouth cyclist films himself passing ‘no less than 1,300 cars’ during bank holiday ‘carmageddon’

Says town centre roads should be closed to cars when tourists flood to the coast

Scheme to improve cycle safety at spot where Ardian Zagani was killed has been “in the works” according to TfL

Campaigners say schemes are being kicked into the long grass

Manchester man who tried to sell a Mobike landed with fine

Online seller claimed ‘authorities aren’t interested’ – police disagree

Cycling app of the week at Eurobike: Tahuna

We're bringing our app of the week feature to life this week, as we're talked through Tahuna at Eurobike...

11 things we’ve learned this week

'Unfiltered' Strava, bike-themed fireworks and a Richard Madeley tantrum. Here are 11 things we've learned this week...

Cycling app of the week: Bike Citizens

If you need an app to navigate you around a new city, or just want to find a cool place to go by bike, then Bike Citizens will get you there without rinsing your battery life

Light and Motion release new Vibe smart lights

These lights are missing on and off buttons, instead recognising motion to automatically turn on when you start riding, and changing modes depending on light conditions

Oxford Ofo users who park bikes outside ‘geo-fence’ area will be getting a phone call

Meanwhile firm’s official launch in Cambridge sees new bike unveiled

Kickstarter launches for Stingray smart bike light with security alarm

The Stingray comes with a tamper-sensitive alarm that activates by removing the light and recharges itself, so it never runs out on the go

Mancunians dialed 999 about Mobikes daily in early days of scheme – but issues declining and firm has asked city if it can expand

Several early reports were due to unfamiliarity with the mechanics of dockless bike-sharing

YoBike the latest dockless bike-share firm looking to launch in Oxford

Council to set up code of conduct for bike-share firms

Campaigners say London’s Nine Elms cycling proposals are “woeful”

Walking and Cycling Commissioner encourages cyclists to respond to consultation

Victory Chimp team up with See.Sense for new Reflective City Socks

The new socks are made with a highly reflective yarn for some extra visibility on the road...

Near Miss of the Day 25: Lorry driver squeezes cyclist into kerb then calls her a “f*cking idiot”

Update: Police investigating

Kickstarter launches next week for Crosshead folding bike

The Crosshead is a brand new folding bike, that is said to ride like a racer and fold up in just 20 seconds flat...

Campaigners criticise TfL and Southwark Council over lack of action at junction where cyclist was killed

Proposals mean motorists will continue to cut across cyclists from Lane 2 when turning left

China cracks down on dockless bike share firms but asks local governments to plan for their impact

Local governments asked to improve cycle networks and provide parking areas

Cycling app of the week: Cycle Now

This handy app fixes you up with the nearest bike available to hire and also finds a drop-off location closest to where you're headed...

Floyd Landis’ cannabis brand introduce hemp oil natural pain relief supplement

The Floyd's of Leadville Hemp Oil supplement is said to provide an 'non-addictive, natural recovery solution' for dealing with pain

South Yorkshire Police to trial close-pass operation following pressure from campaigners

Change of heart is a direct response to public feedback

Flexispot to launch Kickstarter for desk with built-in exercise bike

It's a part-exercise bike, part-standing desk that you can set up in a minute and even includes resistance levels for a cycling workout at work...

Brompton launch their first e-bike

The iconic folding bike manufacturer have launched their first e-bike, that can be reserved now for an early 2018 delivery

11 things we’ve learned this week

Froome approaching immortality, motorway madness and no one's ashamed of tan lines. Here are 11 things we've learned this week...

Cycling App of the Week: What to Wear Cycling

This app gives handy recommendations for what attire you need to be comfortable on the bike depending on weather conditions and your personal preferences...

Drivers ARE allowed to park cars in cycle lane in Cambridge, the UK’s most ‘cycle friendly’ city

Greater Cambridge Partnership say move is “to support local businesses”

As dockless bike share schemes rapidly expand, European Cyclists Federation expresses fears about ‘disruptive’ approach of some firms

Position paper features list of best practices to help towns and cities manage arrival of dockless bike share firms

Openreach driver adds van sticker implying filtering cyclists are suicidal

Firm says driver was ‘trying to promote safety’ but matter has been ‘dealt with’

Cycling app of the week: Komoot

This app gives you navigation, voice commands and shareable data all in one place...

Raleigh flamed as reissued Anniversary Edition Burners pop up on Ebay

Just 350 of the classic BMX's were made to celebrate its 35th anniversary, however fans are reporting that many are being listed on Ebay for resale already

Sven Cycles announce modification service… so their bikes can fit inside a rucksack or briefcase

Dorset-based handmade bike brand Sven Cycles are proving it's not just Bromptons that are train and plane friendly with the announcement of their modification service...