cycling live blog Archives

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Motorists parking on Doncaster cycle lane (Nick Fletcher, Twitter)

“How are cyclists at fault for drivers parking on cycle paths?” Tory MP slams “unloved” cycle lanes – by posting photos of drivers blocking them; The Hague police move barriers blocking cycle lane after complaints; GB pursuit gold + more on the live blog

It’s Friday, the Tour Down Under is underway, and Ryan Mallon’s back with more cycling news and views on the live blog – what’s not to love?

Fri, Jan 12, 2024 09:52

Bristol Road bike lane, Birmingham (credit: @Owen_de_Visser via Twitter)

“If there was ever a clear indication to turn around, go home & climb back into bed”: Barmy bike lane markings leave cyclists scratching their heads; Roglič sets sights to beat Vingegaard and Pogačar at Tour de France + more on the live blog

It’s been a while, but Adwitiya has finally put on his best (and warmest) live blog outfit this Thursday to bring you all the latest and greatest from the cycling world

Thu, Jan 11, 2024 10:03

Cycleway 4 in January (Greenwich Cyclists, Twitter)

Bike shorts in January? Cold cycle lane clip sparks clothing debate amid motorist meltdown over “Lycra clad speedsters” riding in “wrong lane”; London “world’s slowest city for drivers” study slammed; “Disrespectful” cyclotourists + more on the live blog

Is it the weekend yet? What, it’s only Wednesday? Are you sure? And on that disappointing bombshell, Ryan Mallon’s back to glass crank his way through the middle of the week live blog

Wed, Jan 10, 2024 10:24

Joint enforcement operation targeting anti-social cycling in London (City of London Police)

“Why are you giving cyclists a heads up? You wouldn’t notify motorists”: Drivers respond to police enforcement operation “targeting anti-social cycling”; Why does Britain have a national bike mechanic shortage? + more on the live blog

It’s Tuesday, it’s been snowing (in some places), and Ryan Mallon’s back with more bike-related news, views, and nonsense on the live blog

Tue, Jan 09, 2024 10:07

Motorist lambasts cyclists for riding two abreast – while filming them on his phone (Darren Gilligan, Twitter)

“Safe cycling, illegal and dangerous driving”: Motorist lambasts cyclists for riding two abreast – while filming them on his phone; Police accused of victimising cyclists and spreading “misinformation” over “dark clothing” post + more on the live blog

Brrr… The Aussie champs have been raced, the FA Cup’s on, and it’s freezing. Yes folks, we’re now firmly into January and, armed with all the latest cycling news and two woolly jumpers, Ryan Mallon’s here for a chilly Monday edition of the live blog

Mon, Jan 08, 2024 09:58

Wandsworth station bike rack (Human & Travels/Twitter)

Yet another questionably designed place to park your bike — “chocolate teapot” station bicycle rack confuses cyclists; Dave Brailsford meets Manchester United squad; An all too familiar bike theft tale; From the (Daily) Mail-bag + more on the live blog

For the first time in about two weeks we're pretty certain what day of the week it is... Dan Alexander is on duty for your Friday live blog

Fri, Jan 05, 2024 09:17

Cycle lane incident (@n00dles71/Twitter)

“So who should be giving way to who here?” Cyclist asks for Highway Code answers after near miss with driver turning HGV across cycle lane; A cyclocross race for people who hate their bike; Van Aert laughs at our NCN complaints + more on the live blog

A first live blog of 2024 for Dan Alexander (and the darts is over)... it's back to January reality! We'll have all the news, reaction and more for you this Thursday...

Thu, Jan 04, 2024 09:35

National Swimming Network? Council slammed for slow response to cycle tunnel flooding; Red Bull moves into cycling with Bora; Waterlogged bike paths; Carrying two fridges by bike (and on head); Cyclocross police presence boosted + more on the live blog

It’s Wednesday, 2024 is in full swing, and Ryan Mallon is back for another helping of cycling news and views on the live blog

Wed, Jan 03, 2024 10:19

Cycle lane parking in Belfast (credit – Dominic Bryan, Twitter)

“Stop victim blaming”: Government’s New Year’s call for all road users to “share responsibility” for safety slammed; Ganna teases new Kask ear-o helmet; Larry Warbasse bags “ultimate” 89.5km Strava KOM; Mud bath bike tests + more on the live blog

The Quality Street tin is empty, the Hootenanny is now a distant memory, and Mathieu van der Poel’s spit has finally dried on that cyclocross spectator’s coat – which must mean it’s time for Ryan Mallon to bring you the first live blog of the year

Tue, Jan 02, 2024 09:50

“You must stop driving and surrender your licence to the authorities”: Jeremy Vine in disbelief at people blaming cyclist for shocking crash which saw driver jailed; Pidcock’s bike-handling masterclass; Richie Porte’s new bike day + more on the live blog

The final live blog of the year! Apparently it's a Friday, but by this point who knows? What we do know is that Dan Alexander is here, full of Quality Street, Baileys and roast potatoes, and ready for a day of live blogging

Fri, Dec 29, 2023 09:13