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Should e-bike speeds be increased? Petition launched to raise assisted speed to 20mph in the UK

The petition calls for UK law on e-bike speeds to be brought in line with the US, where larger motors are permitted that cut out at speeds of 20mph (32kph)

Fri, Jul 31, 2020 09:48
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16-year-old arrested after cyclist’s altercation with four car occupants; Pimlico Plumbers edit “cycle fascists” rant; Islington protest against LTNs; ‘Road rat’ Facebook post backfires; Everesting record smashed (plus bike check) + more on the live blog

Friday's live blog is brought to you by Jack Sexty, with the odd contribution from the rest of the team.

Fri, Jul 31, 2020 08:55
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E-bikes for boomers? Islabikes launch two new models “designed specifically for baby boomers who want to continue cycling”

The brand famed for their children's bikes have unveiled two new lightweight full-sized bikes, which they claim are perfect for riders of the baby boom generation...

Thu, Jul 30, 2020 14:44
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Raleigh launch e-cargo bikes for businesses, with two and three-wheel options

The legendary British bike brand have launched e-cargo bike and trike models, designed for businesses to move their goods around without the emissions

Thu, Jul 30, 2020 12:38
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Cyclist’s tearful video on close pass drivers; Cambridge’s new Dutch-style roundabout; Motor nutters try to equate LTN protest with civil rights movement; Boardman: “Be a YIMBY and choose cycling”; Dowsett negative for coronavirus + more on live blog

Your midweek live blog will mostly be compiled by Jack Sexty, with some contributions from Simon MacMichael later this evening

Wed, Jul 29, 2020 08:23
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E-bikes could be a third cheaper thanks to government’s proposed e-bike support programme

Could you get a third off your next e-bike purchase? The government have said they will offer financial incentives to buy e-bikes in their 'Gear Change' document published today, which could mean cheaper e-bikes for all

Tue, Jul 28, 2020 16:06
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The rant to end all anti-cycling rants? Wiggins in bankruptcy hearing; “If cycling is so good for you, why did Boris Johnson catch Covid?”, asks Nick Ferrari; Richmond Park restrictions lifted; Garmin “obtained decryption key” + more on the live blog

Welcome to Tuesday's live blog, with Jack Sexty at the controls and Simon MacMichael taking over later this evening.

Tue, Jul 28, 2020 08:53
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Five cool things coming soon from Rapha, Open, Parcours, FLR and Veloflex

The best bikes, gear and kit we're testing at the moment, with full reviews coming soon...

Mon, Jul 27, 2020 15:50
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Garmin admits cyber attack, systems “returning to operation”; Thug used car as weapon and ‘impersonated police officer’; Cyclist who made ‘best lockdown vid’ unveils latest creation; Bike gets ‘stolen back’ + more on the live blog

Welcome to Monday's live blog. Jack Sexty is your blogger-in-chief today, with Simon MacMichael taking over later this evening.

Mon, Jul 27, 2020 08:18
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Jeremy Vine mistaken for Cycling Mikey; Reading high street cycling crackdown after 2 cyclists killed in 24hrs; British Cycling’s race return plan approved; Garmin debacle continues; Cracking GoCycle x Clarence Court comp + more on the live blog

Welcome to Friday's live blog, with Jack Sexty in charge throughout the day plus the odd contribution from the rest of the team

Fri, Jul 24, 2020 08:37
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