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“What kind of society do we live in that criticises children cycling?” Community bike ride branded “insensitive” and “entitled”; Cycle lane plans “recipe for disaster” for reversing drivers; Claims bike lane made road “too narrow” + more on the live blog

It’s Tuesday and Ryan Mallon is back in the live blog hot seat for another helping of cycling news, views, and funny videos

Tue, Nov 21, 2023 09:47

Halfords ‘Who has right of way post?’ (Halfords, Facebook)

Cyclists blast Halfords for “antagonistic” cyclist v motorist ‘who has right of way?’ post; How to crash on a mountain bike, Peter Sagan style; Road safety “bare minimum” to expect; Fishing worms: the new doping trend?; Pog dancing + more on the live blog

While the rest of the country debates the finer points of Nigel Farage eating kangaroo anus on national TV, Ryan Mallon is spending his Monday keeping you up to speed with the latest updates from the cycling world. I think I know who’s winning…

Mon, Nov 20, 2023 10:11

Police crack down on speeding cyclists in Melbourne with £900 fines (via Sunrise News)

Is no pavement-riding rule for cyclists “nuts”? Campaigners in Australia fight to make it legal; Councillor blames police for victim blaming cyclists; Van der Poel wheelies on the beach; National Cyclocross Network; Dream SL8 build + more on the live blog

It’s the end of the week blog on road.cc and Adwitiya is tasked with bringing all the news, reaction and lots more!

Fri, Nov 17, 2023 09:37

Specialized mountain bike in Tesla Cybertruck

“Nothing Spesh about it”: Specialized gets ripped for sharing pic of Tesla Cybertruck unable to fit a bike in the back; Dirty dancing with Primož Roglič; Why cyclists ride in the middle of the road + more on the live blog

Another gloomy Thursday, why not spend it catching up with all the latest shenanigans (and maybe some news too!) on the road.cc live blog with Adwitiya

Thu, Nov 16, 2023 09:29

Cyclist stops for red light… nearly gets taken out by light-jumping driver behind; ‘Keen cyclist’ Anthony Browne the government’s new cycling and walking czar; Cock Lane to Dick Place epic ride; Win the Tour on Heinz sachets? + more on the live blog

It's the middle of the week live blog, Dan Alexander bringing you all the news, reaction and more this Wednesday

Wed, Nov 15, 2023 09:08

Rats spotted on Edinburgh cycle path (Ragged Trousered Philanderer, Twitter/X)

Cycle paths “teeming” with dozens of “brazen” rats, say locals; Cyclist “appalled” at Sainsbury’s driver parking on bike lane – right next to empty spots; Signposted bike path or river? UK’s most waterlogged cycle route contender + more on the live blog

It’s Tuesday and Ryan Mallon is back at the keyboard for more cycling-related shenanigans on the road.cc live blog

Tue, Nov 14, 2023 10:07

Geraint Thomas Charitable Trust (Press release)

“I’ve been drunk 12 out of the last 14 nights”: Geraint Thomas on winter “blowouts” and “avoiding the scales”; Cyclocross rider casually pops his shoulder back in after crash; UCI threatens worlds ban for World Cup skipping riders + more on the live blog

It’s a stormy start to the week for many of us, so why not settle in alongside Ryan Mallon for a cosy day of cycling news and views on the Monday live blog?

Mon, Nov 13, 2023 09:52

Police force warns “reckless and dangerous” cycling in city centre could land £2,500 fine; Zwift at the Olympics?; Friday Facebook Fancy: Marketplace bikes; Bring a boat to use these cycle lanes; Wout watches a Colombian soap + more on the live blog

Happy Friday one and all... the road.cc live blog is careering towards the weekend, Dan Alexander tasked with bringing you all your end of the week news, reaction and more...

Fri, Nov 10, 2023 09:04

20mph sign (CC licensed by EdinburghGreens via Flickr)

Frothing Facebook group dedicated to 20mph speed limit bashing learns of time trial ban in 20 zones — and the reaction is as bizarre as you’d expect; Santander Cycles Hour Record; Soudal Quick-Step tease Man United for latest loss + more on the live blog

It's the Thursday live blog, your one-stop shop for all the news, reaction and more from the cycling world... Dan Alexander is on duty this week...

Thu, Nov 09, 2023 09:14

“What a load of BS”: Former pro ridicules Chris Froome’s claim that bike set-up was “centimetres” off from Tour-winning position; Tour of Britain organisers “in discussion with lawyers” over British Cycling contract termination + more on the live blog

The middle of the week is looming large, and Ryan Mallon’s here with all the latest cycling updates (and maybe a few silly saddles) on your Wednesday live blog

Wed, Nov 08, 2023 10:01