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“How would you feel about a random person breathing down your neck at work?”: Pro cyclist frustrated by Vingegaard training crash, tells fans to ask if they want to ride on the wheel; “I’ve never understood the hate for cyclists” + more on the live blog

Dan Alexander will be taking you through the midway point in the week with the usual eclectic mix of news, views, reaction and plenty of silliness from the world of cycling this Wednesday

Wed, Jan 28, 2026 08:54

Why do cycle lanes get so much stick online?

Researchers from Cardiff University analysed 36,000 social media posts for a new study exploring public discourse about cycling infrastructure

Tue, Jan 20, 2026 11:14

“Motorists don’t pay for roads any more than anybody else”: Council shuts down backlash to 20mph speed limit to “support new cycling route” + more on the live blog

By lunchtime you'll be closer to the weekend than the start of the week, so join Dan Alexander in the live blog procrastination station as he distracts you with another eclectic mix of news, views, reaction, silliness and more

Wed, Jan 14, 2026 08:41

Fuming politicians claim “ridiculous” new cycle lane scheme is “crackpot stuff”, but council encourages residents to “ditch the car for some shorter journeys”

Proposal for active travel infrastructure has sparked row over cycling data, as local authority insists scheme will make area "healthier and safer"

Tue, Jan 13, 2026 14:45

“Unfortunately what many people don’t understand is that when cycle lanes are built we don’t just get cycle lanes”; Is Dan Martin cycling’s fastest runner?; Wout van Aert has surgery on fractured ankle; More cyclocross crash chaos + more on the live blog

2026, eh? It's another chilly one out there so stay warm by the road.cc live blog fire as Dan Alexander gets you through Monday

Mon, Jan 05, 2026 08:38

Ambulance car driver in London using cycle lane

Majority of new cycle lane projects “maintained or enhanced” ambulance accessibility in city, new report from Irish council finds

The designs “effectively facilitated the movement of emergency vehicles by ensuring adequate carriageway widths and junction radii” while also enhancing pedestrian and cyclist safety, Limerick City Council said

Sun, Nov 30, 2025 18:30

“London’s cycling boom shows no sign of slowing”: Daily bicycle journeys up 43% on pre-Covid levels as Transport for London hails the impact of high-quality cycle lanes

"There's no doubt that London is fast becoming a cycling city"

Tue, Nov 25, 2025 13:45

Cyclist in London with face covering in cycle lane

Bike lanes crucial to preventing cycling near misses, major new study suggests

Analysis of London commuters' cycle journeys suggests majority of dangerous incidents happen during rush hour and on roads without dedicated cycling infrastructure

Tue, Nov 04, 2025 09:42

What to expect for cycling if Reform UK get into power

If opinion polls are to be believed and stay this way until 2029, Nigel Farage's latest political party will be forming the next UK Government. Here's a fully costed breakdown of how that will turn out for cyclists, according to George Hill

Sat, Nov 01, 2025 08:00

“The people don’t want cycle lanes”: Councillor brands new bike route a “waste of money and space” – but cyclists slam “outdated” views and claim most locals support cycling projects

“We are spending money left, right, and centre on cycle lanes and they are not being used”

Thu, Oct 23, 2025 15:16