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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

Merida Framebag Travel L

The Merida Framebag Travel is designed to hang beneath the top tube, making good use of otherwise relatively empty space. It’s generally well made and user-friendly, but check that your frame’s main triangle will swallow it without restricting access to bottles/cages.> FInd your nearest dealer here> Buy this online hereMaterials/specificationThe bag comes in two sizes – … Read more

dhb Vector PhotoChromatic Lens Sunglasses

The dhb Vector PhotoChromatic Lens Sunglasses offer an amazing field of view thanks to that extra-large lens; its clarity and the fact that it’s a fast-reacting photochromic lens meant that I found myself reaching for these glasses in a wide range of conditions from low-light, dull, rainy days to sunny bright ones.As you’d expect when … Read more

Stolen Brompton bike turns up in Indonesia

A Brompton bike forming part of the West London-based company’s Wheels For Heroes initiative that has seen it provide free hire bicycles to hundreds of NHS key workers has apparently turned up for sale in Indonesia after being stolen in the UK.Kompas.com reports that the folding bike firm is now seeking help from the Brompton … Read more

Safety concerns see National Cycle Network slashed by a quarter

Safety concerns have led to Sustrans slashing routes belonging to the National Cycle Network (NCN)by a quarter, with more than 3,000 miles including the popular Sea to Sea (C2C) route and the final 122 miles of the iconic Land’s End to John O’Groats route reclassified as being more suitable for experienced riders, and more than … Read more

Velocio Women’s Breton SE Jersey

Velocio’s Women’s Breton SE Jersey aims to deliver a stylish cut, high performance and hot weather comfort from ultra-lightweight recycled fabric. Soft and silky, it’s a pleasure to wear and looks good too, though it’s a pretty pricey proposition.The SE in the name stands for ‘special edition’ here, with some very cool limited run designs … Read more

Times editorial urges standing up to “anti-cycling NIMBYs” over infrastructure plans

An editorial in The Times has warned that politicians must stand up to “anti-cycling nimbys” if a “new golden age for cycling” heralded by Prime Minister Boris Johnson in April is to become reality. In response, Chris Boardman says it is a “moral imperative” to seize the chance to try out temporary measures to encourage … Read more

Temple Cycles unveils two new steel bikes

Bristol-based Temple Cycles has launched a new Adventure Disc 1 bike based around a heat-treated Reynolds 725 steel frame, along with the Adventure Disc 1 tourer at a more accessible price.“A couple of seasons ago, we released our long prototyped Adventure Disc model,” says Temple Cycles. “From seeing what this bike was being used for … Read more

7 reasons to try Strava — boost your rides by bagging segments

Strava has become hugely popular since it was first launched in 2008 and is now a familiar term in the cycling language, passing one billion activities in 2018. For many cyclists, the social-media app is an integral part of cycling. If you’ve not yet embraced Strava, here are six reasons why you should. A warning, … Read more

Huge jump in cycling searches prompts Google Maps overhaul

A huge jump in searches relating to cycling routes during the coronavirus pandemic has prompted changes to Google Maps – including showing docked hire bike locations in cities such as New York and London.Besides providing directions on foot to the nearest Santander Cycles docking station with a bike free, for example, the feature will then … Read more