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Simon Lightwood Wakefield parking

Active travel minister criticises Reform Council abandoning free parking after it didn’t improve footfall; Obstructive lorries and careless driving captured on Cycleway; London TTT confirmed as Tour de France routes revealed + more on the live blog

A Thursday live blog peaks when Callum has the delightful sight of Christian Prudhomme striding across a stage talking earnestly of sporting legends and the wonders of various tourist boards

Thu, Oct 22, 2026 10:00
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Oxford Street pedestrianisation plan

“One-sided” ITV story on Oxford Street pedestrianisation features 7 seconds on cyclists; Council unveils major cycle lane plans… supported by Facebook comments! Merida replace Specialized after 18 years at Soudal-Quick Step + more on the live blog

Fresh from meeting medium-sized fish in the Welsh government, Callum has returned to the holy grail of the mid-week live blog

Wed, Oct 21, 2026 10:16
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Taron Egerton CyclingMikey

Taron Egerton fined after CyclingMikey catches Eddie the Eagle star using phone at the wheel; Two people arrested blocking Toronto bike lane removal; Team Picnic PostNL’s “toxic” culture; GB golds galore in track worlds + more on the live blog

Another day, another live blog for Callum to sink his teeth into...

Thu, Oct 15, 2026 10:12
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Eneco Tour driver on course

Driver on race course AGAIN days after rider protest; News site criticised for rehashing year old survey on cyclists and red lights… then filming in car; Cyclists offered police film viewing or fine; First GB track worlds medal + more on the live blog

Back from a foreign work trip with quite a bit of cheese, Callum's quickly back down to earth tackling his favourite subjects...

Wed, Oct 14, 2026 10:23
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Bike lane on Bristol Road, Birmingham

“It’s important to welcome agreement across party lines”: Labour MP welcomes Reform councillor’s support for £22 million cycle lane; Is racing getting too intense? Two young pros retire as Bernal confirms he might quit + more on the live blog

Fresh from his Richard E. Grant appreciation viewing last night, Callum is revitalised for one more day of live blogging before Ryan returns to spare us all!

Fri, Oct 09, 2026 10:26
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2026 Tour de France stage 18 peloton with Tadej Pogacar in black shorts

“Cask strength stupid”: Fans react to suggestion Tour de France riders “lack the strength to race a proper bicyclist” on a normal bike; Egan Bernal reportedly mulling retirement + more on the live blog

Basking in yesterday's Rogmontada, Callum is back dredging the internet for two-wheeled delights

Thu, Oct 08, 2026 10:17
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Labour mayor Chris Cooke and Conservative mayor Ben Houcham celebrate removal of Middlesbrough cycle lane, Linthorpe Road

“Why not just paint white lines on the road?”: Locals claim £10 million cycle lane investment a “waste of money” despite previous scrapped schemes increasing cycling in the town; “Photo-finishgate” continues + more on the live blog

Having trapped himself in a bit of a London-centric e-bike frame of mind for too long, Callum's going back to basics this today with a bit of old-fashioned bike lane fuss

Tue, Oct 06, 2026 10:38
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Tottenham Court Road e-bikes

“Imagine we talked about cars like this”: Londoners react to BBC video asking if the city’s “e-bike situation has gone too far”; Reaction to razor-tight European Championships + more on the live blog

After a weekend watching excellent football and exciting cycling, Callum has returned to the live blog to talk about one of them... and e-bikes. Always e-bikes...

Mon, Oct 05, 2026 10:25
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Operation Snap

“I get a call telling me that I did something wrong”: Cyclists share Operation SNAP experiences; Could an EU ban prevent illegal bike battery kits coming to the UK? Leading body calls for action + more on the live blog

The editors are away, so Callum will play! He's here, musing aloud for one more day before being whisked off for a weekend lying down in a dark room watching Primoz Roglic carry his hopes and dreams....

Fri, Oct 02, 2026 10:29
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Spalding town centre main

Business group say they have “significant” evidence of town centre cycling that “feels dangerous” as they lobby for ban; Bahrain Victorious rider suspended for anti-doping violation; Sarah Ruggins’ latest challenge + more on the live blog

Pinch punch, first of the month! With October now here, Callum can finally start the countdown to the much anticipated Tour of Guangxi...

Thu, Oct 01, 2026 10:18
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