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Police accused of “victim blaming” for advice to cyclists after two riders injured by drivers

Police in Bournemouth attracted criticism and accusations of “victim blaming” after meeting two seperate incidents where cyclists were injured when hit by drivers with a social media campaign to be BIKE aware, advising riders to “be aware”, “keep space” and “expect to wait”.The Facebook post received several comments questioning the response to the two incidents, but Bournemouth … Read more

How to improve your power-to-weight ratio — lose weight sustainably and get faster cycling up hills

As controversial as weight is around the cycling circles, it is true that power-to-weight ratio is an indicator of how fast a cyclist can go up the hills. The higher the number, the faster you are likely to climb up hills… but there is no need to overdo it.We’ve talked to expert cycling coach Dave Scott and found … Read more

Dan Walker “glad to be alive” after being hit by a driver while cycling

Broadcaster and presenter Dan Walker was injured in a collision while cycling this morning, sharing pictures from the back of an ambulance.The former BBC Breakfast host who now works for Channel 5 took up cycling last year, citing the faster commuting times in London versus hailing a cab, and said he had a “bit of … Read more

“Green measles” bike hangars may threaten Unesco World Heritage status, resident claims

A Bath resident has hit out at the council’s bike hangar trial, calling the bike storage pods “green measles” and suggesting they could have implications for the city’s Unesco World Heritage status.Speaking to the Chronicle about Liberal Democrat-run Bath and North East Somerset Council’s recently begun two-year trial of the on-street storage solution, June Ward raised … Read more

Altura Grid Men’s Parka Waterproof Jacket

Altura’s Grid Men’s Parka Waterproof Jacket works well for cycling – but is just as effective when you’re off the bike. It stands up well to wind and rain, with decent breathability as long as you aren’t working too hard. It’s not cheap, but it is extremely well made, and it looks smart enough for … Read more

Tom Pidcock showcases “absolutely mint” cyclocross skills – on time trial bike… and then suffers near miss with motorist on roundabout just after finish line; Conspiracy theorists target 15-minute city; Bernal’s micro-training + more on the live blog

Pro cyclist says bright clothing “doesn’t matter to some drivers” after being left with broken back and snapped bike

While we’ve reported on numerous instances of cyclists being asked to wear high-vis by various authorities in the past, clothing choice is sometimes shown to be futile when it comes to some drivers – and now, a pro cyclist representing Great Britain has told of how he suffered a broken back after being hit by a speeding driver, … Read more

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‘Sticky bottle’ rider gets sarcastic “chapeau” from rival who he accelerated away from

The 2023 pro cycling season truly got underway during the second stage of the Tour des Alpes-Maritimes et du Var yesterday, with the first high profile ‘sticky bottle’ incident of the year caught on camera. Mathieu Burgaudeau and Team TotalEnergies have been heavily criticised for the move that allowed Burgaudeau to accelerate away from Ådne Holter by getting a shove from his team car, and the … Read more

Cyclist channels inner artist to create Strava map self-portrait… that draws Peter Griffin comparisons

Bored of doing rounds around Regent’s Park, a cyclist got inspired to draw his self-portrait in central London using Strava.The portrait took London-based photographer and nurse, Daniel Coyle 31 miles around Camden, Kensington and Westminster, with nearly four hours spent on this endeavour.He admitted that he lost his way a couple of times, and had … Read more