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“If the aviation or rail industry had the safety record that roads do, planes would be grounded, and trains would be stopped”: Brake road safety charity latest to respond to government’s ‘dangerous cycling’ bill

Brake's CEO says the attention given to the announcement was "disproportionate", adding that the government is still yet to publish the 'Road Safety Strategy' it promised in 2021

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“Mums, dads, sons and daughters being labelled as killers. It’s just got to stop”: Chris Boardman comments on Telegraph ’52mph in a 20mph zone’ article as it emerges co-author is former BBC fact-checker

Boardman was one of numerous prominent figures to comment on the inaccuracies in the Telegraph article, while the husband of Kim Briggs has commented on the backlash sparked by the Government's proposal to introduce new dangerous cycling laws

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Cycling hacks on a budget: our top everyday alternatives to expensive cycling kit

Want to upgrade your bike, kit or clothing but a little startled by the cost of it all? Here are some cheaper, everyday alternatives to spendy bike products to keep you riding for less

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Everything you need to know about riding in a group — tips for staying safe at peloton speeds

Never ridden in a group before, but want to give it a try riding with friends or maybe at a sportive? Here's what you need to know

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Changes to the Highway Code mean very little if they are not known or followed by motorists

When it comes to the Highway Code where cyclists are concerned, has anything changed? According to specialist solicitor Mark Hambleton, the evidence - both statistical and anecdotal - suggests much more needs to be done, even if intentions were good

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Five cool things at Christmas: Here are the winning cycling-themed festive gifts and prize winners

We asked you to send us pics of what you got for Christmas, and you didn't disappoint. Here are the five best, who will all bag some cycling schwag in the new year

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The Durango effect and the rise of USA cycling

How the small American mountain town of Durango, Colorado is fast becoming a breeding ground for world-class cyclists of all disciplines

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A mini guide to cycling words and phrases that have been lost, found or reborn (and some that are just downright irritating)

Are you a tester who rides with souplesse, or are you out chasing segments on your latest bike build with a brand new cockpit?

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6 fab fabric technologies for comfortable autumn cycling

We look at some of the best cycling clothing for all weathers this autumn, and see how the fabrics you choose can make your ride experience all the better

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“Attack, attack!”: Wout van Aert and Co cheer on Australian junior racers; Bike thief sentenced to 16 years; Police investigate Jumbo sponsor fraud – cycling team ‘not involved’; Movistar doc returns to Netflix; Swift joins Ineos + more on the live blog

Nearly there… The longest week in human history is slowly drawing to a close and Ryan Mallon is in the hot seat for Thursday’s edition of the live blog

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