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“Stoking cyclist hate will get him more publicity”: CyclingMikey hits back at Mr Loophole’s latest attack on “snitch society” camera cyclists

CyclingMikey has responded to Nick Freeman’s latest comments about cyclists who submit camera footage of dangerous driving to the police, accusing the lawyer of being “motivated by clickbait” and “stoking cyclist hate because he knows it will get him more publicity”.Freeman — referred to by his ‘Mr Loophole’ nickname for being the lawyer who specialises in defending celebrities … Read more

Lotto Dstny sports director Allan Davis fired after sending “inappropriate” messages to women

Disgraced sports director Allan Davis has been fired from his role with Lotto Dstny after he admitted his “inappropriate words and actions” in messaging women online.Davis, who won the Tour Down Under and finished second at Milan-San Remo during his 14-year professional career, was removed from Lotto Dstny’s Tour de France coaching team after the allegations came to light … Read more

“That’s how this idiot wastes our money”: Bike companies face backlash over ULEZ offers; Luke Rowe “f***ing gutted” to miss out on Vuelta; James Corden’s shoddy bike parking; Thomas Gloag hit by motorist; More useless bike racks + more on the live blog

Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport R

The Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport R is a tyre for those of us for whom speed and grip are our highest priorities. With a super-supple compound, they are grippy and comfortable and roll very well indeed. Going lightweight often means a compromise when it comes to durability, but I haven’t found that an issue with these, even after … Read more

Police warn of bike theft spate at popular holiday destination as five “high-end” bicycles stolen in two weeks

Police in Gloucestershire have warned cyclists holidaying in the Forest of Dean about a spate of bike thefts, with five “high-end bicycles being stolen during the last two weeks”.The warning comes after the most recent incident saw a holidaymaker woken up to the sound of his van being broken into, with a Santa Cruz Megatower … Read more

Rotor 2INPower SL

The new Rotor 2INPower SL power meter is an update to its previous 2INPower meter. Rotor has reduced the weight and claims that its new SL is the lightest dual-sided power meter on the market. Its modular design is compatible with most current bottom bracket standards, it has demonstrated the ability to generate consistent, repeatable … Read more

Five cool bikepacking things from Cafe du Cycliste, Vaude, Blackburn, Carradice and Zefal

Bikepacking is a perfect way to escape the urban environment and explore beyond your doorstep. The open road or rugged trails, the scent of nature, and the thrill of self-sufficiency all add to the experience. To enhance your bikepacking escapades, we’ve curated a list of five gear choices that could better your adventure – or … Read more

Tour of Britain insists “no issues” with potholes on stage route after councillor slams “dangerous” roads

The Tour of Britain has reassured the public and riders that there are “no issues” with stage seven’s route through Gloucestershire after a local councillor this weekend slammed the “dreadful” and “dangerous” potholes on surrounding roads, saying it is “ironic” that the race is visiting when other roads would risk injuring those travelling by bicycle.Liberal … Read more

Woman who helped authorities find body of charity cyclist who her boyfriend killed wants to sue police

The girlfriend of a man who last month admitted killing charity cyclist Tony Parsons before burying the body, is to sue the police for causing her mental distress by allegedly asking her to spy on her boyfriend over a nine-month period to gather more evidence.Caroline Muirhead provided a key breakthrough in the case, alerting police to the location … Read more