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Cyclists riding wrong way around Exeter roundabout, ex-Reform councillor claims

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

Wed, Aug 12, 2026 10:55
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2026 Tour de France Femmes stage 9 with Juliette Berthet leading peloton, plus Instagram post from Tatum Brown

“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

Tue, Aug 11, 2026 09:56
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CyclingMikey shared use path argument screenshot

“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...

Mon, Aug 10, 2026 09:25
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London Road, Bath

“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

Fri, Aug 07, 2026 09:22
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Grimsby auction house ‘podcast’ cycle lane

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...

Thu, Aug 06, 2026 09:48
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Tower Hamlets cycle path locked gate

“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...

Wed, Aug 05, 2026 10:00
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Tottenham Court Road e-bikes

“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...

Tue, Aug 04, 2026 09:55
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Driving instructor’s 20mph zone video with cyclist in front

“Don’t upset the cycling community!” Driving instructor insists he was teaching pupil to give cyclists space after “painfully slow” 15mph advice backlash; Pogačar beaten by an amateur (again); Tour de France Femmes: UAE Blasi drama + more on the live blog

After a weekend spent relaxing, watching bike races, Ryan Mallon’s refreshed and ready… for another week of watching bike races. And doing some live blogging from time to time, too

Mon, Aug 03, 2026 09:27
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West Midlands Police criticised for seizing e-bike after faulty test

“A horse has horsepower, but that doesn’t make it a car”: Bike brand tells cyclists to “know your rights” after police’s legal e-bike seizure fiasco; Closest photo finish ever?; Commie Games pursuit debacle; Tour de France Femmes + more on the live blog

July’s nearly over, the Tour de France Femmes is almost here, the weekend’s upon us (finally), and Ryan Mallon’s back for more Friday cycling live blogging as he finalises his Velogames team

Fri, Jul 31, 2026 10:17
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Royal Mail Pedal 4 cargo e-bike

Royal Mail unveils golf-buggy style e-bikes to be used “on roads, cycle lanes and cycle paths”; “Why aren’t you on the motorway?” Cyclist’s perfect response to irate driver; Robin Gemperle wins Transcontinental + more on the live blog

Another day, another live blog, another chapter of a doping story that Callum is left processing...

Thu, Jul 30, 2026 10:18
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