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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

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Travelling light: How I charge my e-bikes with solar power

How to harness sun power for your e-bike

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“You’re far more likely to see a car and predict how they move”: One in 12 cyclists fear illegal e-bikes more than motorists, new survey claims – as just 18% say they feel safe on UK roads

“Our research suggests the traditional cars-versus-cyclists narrative may no longer tell the full story of where riders feel most at risk,” Cycleplan’s CEO said

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How light is a ‘lightweight’ e-bike really? Why are electric bikes so heavy?

A motor and battery unavoidably add weight - but is that the full story?

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Best e-bike conversion kits 2025 – motorise the bike you already have

Find out how to (safely) transform your regular bike with our guide to the best e-bike conversion kits

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Pashley expands e-bike range with two Classic Collection additions

The new Briton E and Britannia E bikes are among the first to use the G3ARED gearbox system outside of MiRiDER

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Trek stars: The best electric touring bikes 2025

Versatile e-bikes for longer rides and multi-day trips

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Estarli unveils 13.5kg G700 full-carbon gravel e-bike

British e-bike brand reveals full-carbon electric gravel bike powered by its own-house motor system

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“Cyclists are not the problem”: Plan to ban all bikes from city centre due to safety concerns about delivery riders on illegal e-motorbikes slammed – but locals say “anyone with common decency would get off and push!” + more on the live blog

Welcome to the Thursday live blog! Ryan Mallon will be on duty to keep you up-to-speed with all the latest cycling news and views as we freewheel towards the weekend

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Liv adds new “smarter, safer” Allure E+ to its premium e-bike range, featuring built-in radar and tyre pressure sensor

Three new models all feature location tracking and digital lock functionality, Liv saying the design "levels up safety and smart tech on its most comfortable and stylish e-bike"

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