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Driver takes photo of two cyclists on the road and claims they’re causing chaos

Fuming driver claims two abreast cyclists “causing utter chaos on the roads”… thanks to one car tailback; Richard Madeley blasts “idiots” without helmets; “Abusing my body for too long”: Veronica Ewers quits racing; Scott to NSN + more on the live blog

We’re only three days in and it’s already been a long December… But at least Ryan Mallon’s here to keep you informed and entertained by all the midweek cycling updates you can handle on the Wednesday live blog

Wed, Dec 03, 2025 10:00
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Driver films herd of cattle in single file and criticises cyclists

“You wouldn’t see cyclists doing that!” Driver slammed for single file cows video, claiming “they’re better than any cyclist”; Q36.5 unleashes ‘Condom’ jacket; Van der Poel for Ironman?; Jonas eyes Giro; Gigante’s 190km Zwift ride + more on the live blog

It’s Tuesday and Ryan Mallon is back with your daily, rainy helping of cycling news, views, and general silliness on the live blog. Sure, what other way would he spend his birthday? Cue the violins…

Tue, Nov 11, 2025 09:59
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Radio DJ fumes at cyclists for riding two abreast on country road

“Do you know the rules of the road?” Irate cyclist brands radio DJ a “f***ing idiot” for arguing he “has to cycle in single file” and claiming she pays ‘road tax’ to “drive on the roads” – as motorist asks “Am I in the wrong here?” + more on the live blog

After celebrating Eddy Merckx’s 80th birthday by inadvertently going out for a ride in a Molteni jersey and Faema socks, Ryan Mallon’s back with your daily dose of cycling news on the Wednesday live blog. Dressed head to toe in Peugeot gear, of course…

Wed, Jun 18, 2025 08:52
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Cyclist in traffic (copyright Simon MacMichael)

Most drivers wrongly believe cyclists must ride single file, stay close to the kerb, and use cycle lanes – and one in three say they shouldn’t have equal rights on the road, new Highway Code survey finds

The study also found that 74 per cent of drivers feel some frustration around cyclists, though 96 per cent claimed they leave the recommended 1.5m distance when overtaking people on bikes

Fri, Feb 14, 2025 12:54
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Domenico Pozzovivo (picture credit RCS Sport, LaPresse)

“I will always ride two abreast”: Pro cyclist stopped and fined by Italian police for cycling two abreast, as he says “I’d rather pay the fine than risk ending up under another car”

Domenico Pozzovivo, who suffered a broken arm and leg after being hit by a driver in 2019, was training with Diego Ulissi when he was fined €18.50 for cycling on the “left side of the road”, which the Italian says makes him more visible to motorists

Thu, Dec 05, 2024 15:27
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Nick Freeman

Mr Loophole says cyclists are “abusing” rules on riding two abreast

Nick Freeman says only the motorist can judge when it’s safe to overtake a cyclist

Fri, Oct 30, 2020 12:19
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Cheltenham New Flyer – tori and skardy 1

Fleet Street fury over campaigners’ calls to clarify ‘two abreast’ cycling rule

Broadsheets fire broadsides at appeal for clarification of Highway Code wording as consultation closes

Tue, Oct 27, 2020 13:45
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Two abreast – cheltenham flyer tori and skardy 2

Riding two abreast: Sarah Storey calls for Highway Code to be clearer

Cycling campaigners say proposed new wording for Rule 66 only increases ambiguity

Fri, Oct 23, 2020 11:56
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Two abreast

Cycling club chairman complains of being held up by cyclists riding two abreast

A proposed revision to the Highway Code would tell cyclists to “ride in single file when drivers wish to overtake”

Sat, Aug 01, 2020 15:06
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Why do cyclists ride two abreast?

It's not illegal nor forbidden by the Highway Code; find out why riding two abreast is often the best and safest positioning.

Mon, May 11, 2020 13:00
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