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Thousands sign petition to “rebalance” active travel schemes away from cycle lanes and focus on safety of “those who must rely on cars” instead; Robot Wars, Bike Edition: Fuming cyclist flings delivery bot into hedge; Vuelta battle + more on the live blog

It’s Friday, the weekend is fast approaching, and your resident live blogger Ryan is, unfortunately, feeling a bit under the weather. But he’s still going to try his best to keep you up-to-speed with all the latest cycling news… after he coughs over it first

Fri, Sep 11, 2026 10:37

20mph speed limits “bad for drivers’ mental health,” claims Mr Loophole; Cyclist ‘attacked’ by fellow pros over “wild west” doping video; London mayor hopeful vows to end ‘war on motorists’… then rides bike; Tour of Britain; Vuelta + more on the live blog

It’s Friday, bike racing’s on the telly, and Ryan Mallon’s back to ease you into the weekend with more of his usual nonsense on your favourite cycling live blog

Fri, Sep 04, 2026 10:33

Tadej Pogacar recovering after race-ending crash at 2026 Vuelta

Tadej Pogačar’s collarbone surgery successful after crashing out of Vuelta in red jersey – but timeline for racing return still unclear

The world champion will remain in hospital in Barcelona for a few days for monitoring, his UAE Team Emirates squad confirmed on Monday evening

Tue, Sep 01, 2026 11:40

Tack found on final descent of 2026 Vuelta stage 6

Tacks reportedly found on final fast descent of Vuelta a España stage, sparking safety concerns

An image of a tack piercing an amateur cyclist’s tyre was posted on social media before the stage, though it is not clear if they were placed on the road deliberately

Thu, Aug 27, 2026 13:16

DUP councillor Kyle Moutray spraying ‘no cycling’ sign on pavement in Portadown main

Politician slammed for spray painting “eyesore” (and incorrect) ‘No No Cycling’ graffiti on pavement in ‘dangerous cyclists’ crackdown; Unbeatable Brennan; Onley “up all night on toilet”; Madman Pogačar; Hotel boss on Vuelta visit + more on the live blog

It’s Wednesday, thunder’s rolling in, and Ryan Mallon’s back to blast some Dolly Parton tunes and keep you up-to-speed with all the midweek cycling news and views from 9 to 5… I’ll get my coat

Wed, Aug 26, 2026 09:59

Tadej Pogacar and Vuelta influencer Erola Jons

“Why do you hyperventilate every time you see me?” Vuelta influencer accused of “setting women in sport back years” after “cringe” Tadej Pogačar ‘interview’; Hulk Hayter explains ripped shorts + more on the live blog

It’s Monday, August is trundling to its inevitable conclusion, and Ryan Mallon’s back with more cycling news, views, and general silliness on the first live blog of the week

Mon, Aug 24, 2026 10:34

Tadej Pogačar to ride the Vuelta a España, ending weeks of speculation

The Slovenian will start the season's third Grand Tour as the overwhelming favourite

Mon, Aug 03, 2026 09:26

Tadej Pogacar stage 10 2026 Tour de France

Tadej Pogačar opens door to racing Vuelta a España, with royal blessing

The race is one of the few remaining races the Slovenian is said to need to 'complete' cycling...

Sat, Jul 18, 2026 12:00

Bizarre race names, silly calendar tweaks, and tech overhauls: Pro cycling changes that worked (and those that didn’t)

Wherefore art thou, Tour Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes?

Wed, Jun 10, 2026 16:17

Cycling your commute can lower risk of death by 47%, as long as you aren’t hit by a driver

“Cycling and walking could help deliver almost everything Brits say they want to achieve in 2026 — if we design streets to support them”; How to write off your bike in five seconds; New BBC Hoy documentary; Froome’s future + more on the live blog

Dan Alexander (and his live blog withdrawal symptoms) are back from a week away and will mainly be spending Thursday trying to remember how to run one of these

Thu, Dec 18, 2025 09:04