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West Midlands Police officers pull over cyclist and 8-year-old granddaughter for riding without helmets

“Meanwhile, in the Netherlands”: Cyclists react to police “safety” advice to man and granddaughter, 8, stopped for cycling without helmets; Dan Martin’s bike industry musings; Lime warns vandals after hire bikes dumped in river + more on the live blog

The week is underway! Dan Alexander here to keep things ticking along with your Tuesday live blog

Tue, Oct 24, 2023 08:19

Ashley Neal slated for dangerous MGIF manoeuvre while testing e-bike

“One of the worst MGIF pieces of cycling I’ve ever seen”: Driving instructor Ashley Neal slated for “dangerous” manoeuvre while testing e-bike; Scrapping safe streets “an attack on children’s futures”; Thomas signs new Ineos deal + more on the live blog

It’s Monday and, after a weekend out on his bike enjoying the sunshine (while it lasts), Ryan Mallon is back at the keyboard to kick off another week of cycling news and views on the live blog

Mon, Oct 23, 2023 09:10

Bin lorry blocks Camden cycle lane (Jeremy Vine)

“I love you guys, but come on”: Jeremy Vine films bin lorry blocking cycle lane AGAIN, as company promises to “keep all road users safe”; Black Friday comes early to Chain Reaction; Helmets and hi-vis, Dutch style; Kuss homecoming + more on the live blog

It may be dark and gloomy outside, but at least it’s Friday, right? And even better, Ryan Mallon is here to ease you into the weekend with the latest cycling news, views, and usual old nonsense on the live blog

Fri, Oct 20, 2023 09:00

“Many won’t want to pay for a bike they have to walk”: Proposed cycle hire scheme “won’t work” due to city centre ban, local cyclists say; Cyclist “blindly” follows satnav onto M4; Safety ad “allows drivers to behave like children” + more on the live blog

Don’t worry, the weekend is almost here… And Ryan Mallon is back to (hopefully) brighten up a dark and stormy Thursday with all the latest cycling news and views on the live blog

Thu, Oct 19, 2023 09:03

Cycling lawyer’s tongue-in-cheek post suggesting cars should be high-vis goes viral; “Even decent(ish) cycle infrastructure can’t protect you fully from lazy, inattentive driving”; Timmy Mallett’s cycle travels; Alpe d’Huez rumours + more on the live blog

It's been almost two weeks since Dan Alexander did one of these (lucky you)... he'll be trying to remember how to live blog this Wednesday, bringing you all the news and more from the world of cycling

Wed, Oct 18, 2023 08:18

Cyclists in London (copyright Britishcycling.org_.uk).jpg

Cycling, rather than driving, linked to pursuing “common good” and neighbourliness, study finds; “Push bikes go past you” on 20mph roads, say Welsh residents; Cyclists blast “victim-blaming worst road safety ad ever”; Running pros + more on the live blog

It’s Tuesday and, just like Ineos and Jim Ratcliffe’s bid for Manchester United, Ryan Mallon is here to give at least 25 percent effort on today’s live blog

Tue, Oct 17, 2023 09:13

Cyclist in Brazil hangs onto back of bus with feet

Sticky bumper cyclist hanging onto back of bus by his feet divides internet; Britain’s worst bike path? Cyclist reports neglected cycle route; Josh Tarling goes wrong way at roundabout during time trial – and still beats Evenepoel + more on the live blog

It’s Monday, and that means only one thing – another week on the live blog! Ryan Mallon is here to blow away the cobwebs and kickstart the week with all your essential cycling new and views

Mon, Oct 16, 2023 08:59

“E-Bikes are bicycles, not motorbikes”: EU Court rules e-bikes as not capable of causing “damage comparable to motorcycles”; Chris Froome’s new bike with disc brakes; £32k karma for not restoring cycle path; Penny-farthing stunts + more on the live blog

It’s Friday the 13th, let’s hope nothing spooky finds its way to this cycling live blog with all the latest news, Adwitiya will be your host for the day…

Fri, Oct 13, 2023 09:03

‘Cyclists Dismount’ sign, Malvern Road, Worcester (Dan Brothwell)

Cyclists and pedestrians should be given priority at roadworks – even if it delays motorists and takes up road space, says roadworks commissioner; Autumn leaf-covered cycle lane or gravel route?; Reclaim the Bike Path + more on the live blog

It’s Thursday and Ryan Mallon is back in the hotseat for another day of cycling new and views on the live blog

Thu, Oct 12, 2023 08:47

Cycling signs (copyright Simon MacMichael) (23)

Campaigners say Labour’s new homes plan “shouldn’t be granted” without cycling measures; Pro cyclist kicked off race for racist gesture; National road safety group slammed for “dangerous” mandatory bike helmet poll; Crocodile Ewan + more on the live blog

If you’re struggling through the week like a pro cyclist on a stupidly steep Turkish mountain, why not while away your Wednesday with Ryan Mallon on the road.cc live blog?

Wed, Oct 11, 2023 08:34