road.cc live blog Archives

road.cc live blog

cyclist vid on close passes screenshot – via instagram.PNG

Cyclist’s tearful video on close pass drivers; Cambridge’s new Dutch-style roundabout; Motor nutters try to equate LTN protest with civil rights movement; Boardman: “Be a YIMBY and choose cycling”; Dowsett negative for coronavirus + more on live blog

Your midweek live blog will mostly be compiled by Jack Sexty, with some contributions from Simon MacMichael later this evening

Wed, Jul 29, 2020 08:23

The rant to end all anti-cycling rants? Wiggins in bankruptcy hearing; “If cycling is so good for you, why did Boris Johnson catch Covid?”, asks Nick Ferrari; Richmond Park restrictions lifted; Garmin “obtained decryption key” + more on the live blog

Welcome to Tuesday's live blog, with Jack Sexty at the controls and Simon MacMichael taking over later this evening.

Tue, Jul 28, 2020 08:53

2020 Garmin Edge 1030 Plus – home screen indoor.jpg

Garmin admits cyber attack, systems “returning to operation”; Thug used car as weapon and ‘impersonated police officer’; Cyclist who made ‘best lockdown vid’ unveils latest creation; Bike gets ‘stolen back’ + more on the live blog

Welcome to Monday's live blog. Jack Sexty is your blogger-in-chief today, with Simon MacMichael taking over later this evening.

Mon, Jul 27, 2020 08:18

are you cycling mikey – via jeremy vine on twitter.PNG

Jeremy Vine mistaken for Cycling Mikey; Reading high street cycling crackdown after 2 cyclists killed in 24hrs; British Cycling’s race return plan approved; Garmin debacle continues; Cracking GoCycle x Clarence Court comp + more on the live blog

Welcome to Friday's live blog, with Jack Sexty in charge throughout the day plus the odd contribution from the rest of the team

Fri, Jul 24, 2020 08:37

Garmin Dis-Connect – site is STILL down; Guy Ritchie handed driving ban after cyclist caught him using his phone at the wheel; Huge support for pop-up bike lanes; Driver crushes planter on West London road supposedly closed to motorists + more

Today's live blog with Alex Bowden (daytime) and Simon MacMichael (evening)

Thu, Jul 23, 2020 08:11

ambulance blocked 3 – via bbc yorkshire on twitter.PNG

BBC change headline claiming ambulance was “blocked” by cycle lane; Sweary cyclist claims he was nearly knocked off; Driver who ‘overtook’ cyclist + two kids had tooth knocked out; Pro cycling face masks; Contador breaks rib + more on the live blog

Welcome to Wednesday's live blog, with Jack Sexty in charge and Simon MacMichael adding some contributions later this evening

Wed, Jul 22, 2020 08:11

the karen strava 4 – screenshot via strava.PNG

Tory Party special – Jeremy Hunt: Cycling the answer to air pollution; Iain Duncan Smith: “You’re more likely to die on a bicycle than from Covid-19”; Cyclist’s Strava response to Melbourne’s ‘Karen’; Wiggo rocks summer look + more

Welcome to Tuesday's Live Blog. Liam Cahill is stepping until lunchtime, when normal service resumes and you can have Jack Sexty back for the afternoon.

Tue, Jul 21, 2020 08:16

Five cool things coming soon from dhb, Rose, Topeak, Apidura and Bookman

The best bikes, gear and kit we're testing at the moment, with full reviews coming soon...

Mon, Jul 20, 2020 16:41

richmond close pass 2 – july 2020 via Andy Litchfield on twitter.PNG

Shocking close pass caused by ‘magic white line’ cycle lane; New material could lead to ‘indestructible’ bike lock; Cyclists “pollute air with strong body odour”; Quarter of National Cycle Network cut; 40th anniversary TI-Raleigh + more on the live blog

Welcome to Monday's live blog. Jack Sexty is in charge today, with Simon MacMichael taking over later this evening.

Mon, Jul 20, 2020 08:25

Jeremy Vine on 5’s ‘dobbing in drivers’ debate attracts worrying comments; Police release image of cyclist after pedestrian dies in collision; British Cycling redundancies; Cop knocks cyclist off at Portland demo; Welsh 20mph limit + more on the live blog

It's Friday! Jack Sexty is here to provide your lead live blog coverage today with other members of the team chipping in intermittently...

Fri, Jul 17, 2020 08:49