log in
register

news

thomas de gendt – via instagram.PNG

Thomas De Gendt ‘breaks Zwift’ as “superhuman power” gets him banned; Evans re-open 11 stores to offer support for key workers; Martin Porter QC backs Lord Sumption’s ‘police state’ comments; What a saddle looks like after 50,000km + more on the live blog

Tuesday's live blog is brought to you courtesy of Jack Sexty, with Simon MacMichael making some contributions later this evening

Tue, Mar 31, 2020 08:14
29
Capture.PNG

Italian cyclist ‘throws himself into the sea’ to evade police; ‘The Body Coach’ Joe Wicks broke wrist cycling; Geraint Thomas says cancelling Tour de France will cost jobs; Olympics clash with TdF; Coffee DOESN’T dehydrate; + more on the live blog

Jack Sexty is in charge of your live blog to start the week, with Simon MacMichael adding some titbits later this evening

Mon, Mar 30, 2020 08:03
9
Shimano Compo March 2020 - 1000.jpg

Winner announced for Shimano cycling kit competition!

Have you been lucky? We announce the winner of the men's or women's Shimano cycling kit and super fancy shoes give away!

Sat, Mar 28, 2020 17:30
o

Backlash over triathlete’s 200 mile ride during lockdown; “Absolutely amazing”: Transport Sec’s active travel admission; No Hope as track bike creators suspend production; Halfords offer free bike servicing for NHS workers + more on the live blog

Friday's live blog is brought to you by Jack Sexty (from his living room of course) with the odd break to fetch supplies, spin the legs on the turbo and go for that one blessed hit of permitted outdoor exercise

Fri, Mar 27, 2020 09:17
13
Bike shop interior (CC BY-ND 2.0 jun.skywalker:Flickr).jpg

When should you visit a bike shop during the emergency lockdown?

What counts as an essential visit to the bike shop? Cycling UK’s policy director Roger Geffen MBE answers some questions so you can decide if you really need to take the risk.

Wed, Mar 25, 2020 17:42
9

Evans’ U-turn on above-RRP turbo prices; BoJo is watching YOU on Strava; Pro cyclist’s Strava art – Ride alone or Stay home; Bike Project’s free virtual lessons for front-line workers; NHS ‘only accepted volunteers who drive’; Towpath advice + more

Wednesday's live blog is served to you by Jack Sexty this morning and through the afternoon, with Simon MacMichael rustling up your evening course later on

Wed, Mar 25, 2020 09:30
10
srava routes launch main.PNG

Strava launch new Routes premium feature

As part of a wave of updates in 2020 for their Summit subscribers, Strava now provide personalised route recommendations using OpenStreetMap technology

Tue, Mar 24, 2020 18:41
6
Bike shop interior

Bike shops allowed to stay open following UK lockdown: but some staying closed due to safety concerns

Bike shops were included in a list of exceptions of businesses allowed to stay open; although some have took to social media to say they will still be closing due to concerns for the health of their staff and customers

Tue, Mar 24, 2020 09:40
1

Cycling UK updates advice after PM’s address to nation, Bike shops to remain open; Update from Richmond Park; British Cycling extend events suspension until 30 June; Backyard CX; Fred Whitton + Transcon cancelled; + more on the live blog

Jack Sexty is in charge of your live blog to start the week, with Simon MacMichael adding some titbits later this evening

Mon, Mar 23, 2020 09:25
2
rad monika blog part 3 main pic.PNG

Solitude and life lessons: riding 600km solo, unsupported and ultra-light from Malaga to Mallorca, part 3

In the final stretch of her mammoth journey, Monika learns to appreciate her own company and shares her best tips for taking on your own solo cycling adventure...

Sat, Mar 21, 2020 11:30
o