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Bosch unveils its first hub motor, semi-pro wins Voi Bike Challenge at Nocturne crit race, Florida sets close pass law + more

Bosch's first-ever hub-based motor, Voi crit, and e-bike-related updates from Oxfordshire and Florida feature in this week's round-up

Fri, Jun 19, 2026 12:20

Mini driver overtakes group of cyclists on grass in Miami

“This is why drivers hate us”: Fuming Mini driver goes off-road to overtake huge group of cyclists, as “entitled” riders accused of “blocking whole road”; Van der Poel vaper “plain stupid”; Strava “shambles”; Ineos junior team link + more on the live blog

It’s Ryan Mallon’s last live blog shift before Christmas, so he’ll be spending most of today counting down the hours until he can watch the cyclocross (and the darts) in peace. And sharing some cycling news and views when he can be bothered…

Tue, Dec 23, 2025 10:19

Florida man with ‘armed cyclist’ shows up again

“It’s completely understandable”: Rider with ‘Armed Cyclist’ jersey, disco lights, and ‘take your lane’ flags goes viral (again); “He’s not just coming for the Tour”: Red Bull boss says Remco Evenepoel’s move is a “calculated risk” + more on the live blog

With the hopes and dreams of another warm weekend on the horizon, Adwitiya’s setting out for another live blog stint, where he’ll be furiously pedalling — Matty Richardson style — through all the cycling news, views, reaction, and more

Fri, Aug 15, 2025 08:36

Damaged vehicle of hit-and-run driver caught using missing AirPod’s location

Driver accused of hit-and-run that “could have killed” teen cyclist caught by “fluke” as police track missing Apple AirPod that fell into vehicle during collision

The 15-year-old cyclist — who suffered numerous facial fractures and other injuries — opened his app to try to find the missing AirPod, leading him and the police to the driver's address and their damaged vehicle

Mon, Jun 03, 2024 16:22

“Come pedal in our shoes for a day and see what we experience”: Cyclists urge safety action after driver smashes into group ride in shocking collision

The incident in Florida last week saw a 77-year-old woman, reportedly on the wrong side of the road and "well above the speed limit", crash into the group ride and cause seven riders to be taken to hospital

Sat, Jan 13, 2024 15:51

Shocking footage of Florida collision shows moment group ride hit by driver of SUV

Reports suggest that the 77-year-old woman was driving on the wrong side of the road “well-above the speed limit” and was disoriented for “unknown reasons”

Fri, Jan 05, 2024 17:30

“How to stay alive as a cyclist in North America”: Florida man spotted riding with ‘Armed Cyclist’ jersey, close passing flags and countless bike lights sparks cycling safety discussions

James Whelan says he’s just on a cycling trip across the country, but the reaction to his choice of attire and accessories has ranged from respect to uneasiness that such a set-up might be necessary to feel protected

Sun, Aug 06, 2023 07:01

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Florida man attacked by alligator after falling from bike and landing on reptile

“He had a lot of marks all over his leg, but mainly in the upper thigh,” says dog-walker who came to his aid

Tue, Jul 20, 2021 17:03

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Driver who killed cyclist “distracted” by oral sex, say police

Witnesses helped deputies trace Randy Joe Allen (above) after hit-and-run on Saturday

Wed, Dec 09, 2015 14:03

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Alligator remains cause six cyclist pile up, leaves man fighting for life in Florida

Riders slipped on the mangled remains of a road kill alligator

Sun, Jun 28, 2015 13:29