Safety barriers were installed at Dibbles Bridge after two other cyclists lost their lives there in recent years
Premax Performance Skincare Weather Defence Facial Cream
Premium exercise-specific facial cream that forms a definite barrier against the British weather 8/10
Drivers who ‘didn’t see’ cyclists they killed both escape jail
Non-custodial sentences handed down following fatal crashes in Cambridgeshire and Lincolnshire
CCC Team let riders search for new contracts as still no sponsor found
CCC Team are now letting their riders search for new contracts as management have not yet found a new sponsor for 2021.
Oakley releases Tour de France sunglasses and helmets ahead of 2020 race
Special edition versions of the Sutro, Flight Jacket and EVZero sunglasses, and ARO 5 and 3 helmets
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Cycling UK launches free bike-check service to get people in England back in the saddle
More than 150 locations and repairers have signed up so far … major repairs will be referred to government’s Fix Your Bike scheme
Gore Wear C7 Women’s Bib Shorts
Exceptional comfort and performance without excessive compression, an excellent pair of shorts 9/10
Mondraker claims “lightest production frameset” with 2021 Podium XC hardtail
New cross-country racer boasts 775g frame and 7.8kg bikes
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Fairlight releases Faran 2.0 with a revised geometry for better handling when both loaded and unloaded
The frameset uses Reynolds 631 tubing and includes many neat touches
‘I believe we can win another Grand Tour’: Simon Yates extends contract with Mitchelton-Scott, but no update on Adam
Simon Yates has extended his contract with Mitchelton-Scott, as the Brit chases another Grand Tour victory.
Lizzie Deignan, Alex Dowsett and Tom Pidcock headline British squad for European Championships
The British squad for the road European Championships has been confirmed, with Lizzie Deignan, Alex Dowsett and Tom Pidcock leading the charge.
Near Miss of the Day 457: Bristol rider gets punishment pass (video includes swearing)
Our regular series featuring close passes from around the country – today it’s Bristol
DealClincher: 30% off dhb Aeron Speed Short Sleeve Cycling Jersey
Grab this stylish summer cycling jersey for £52.50
New Factor aero road bike spotted | Is this Chris Froome’s new bike?
Could this lightweight and aero road bike be the new Factor Ostro?
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Geraint Thomas and Egan Bernal react to Team Ineos Tour de France 2020 announcement
There were some surprises in the Team Ineos announcement for the 2020 Tour de France, as both Geraint Thomas and Chris Froome were left out of the squad.
Chris Froome: I’m not confident I could do the job at the Tour de France
Chris Froome says he “wasn’t confident” he could do the job at the Tour de France, as Team Ineos have opted to leave him out of the squad for 2020.
Preparing for your first gravel event
Today there are gravel races in all four corners of the globe. They take place in a range of climates and across varied terrain and distance. Tackled by newbies and pros alike it’s a pretty safe bet that there’s a suitable gravel race for most riders out there. Including you.
Topeak Escape Pod (medium)
Good, solid, rattle-free way to carry tools and spares on your bike 7/10
Team Ineos announce squad for Tour de France 2020, with no Chris Froome or Geraint Thomas
Team Ineos have announced their squad for the 2020 Tour de France, as both Chris Froome and Geraint Thomas have been left out of the line-up.
Richmond Park ‘traffic warden’ accused of assaulting cyclists and forcing them into cycle lane; Brighton bus company say heavy traffic is because of a new cycle lane; Reaction to Froome and Thomas being omitted from Ineos Tour de France squad + more
Welcome to Wednesday’s live blog, with Jack Sexty in charge and Simon MacMichael adding some pearls of wisdom later this evening
Ineos Grenadiers announce Tour de France team – There’s no spot for Froome or Thomas
Froome will target the Vuelta while Thomas heads to the Giro
Gravel vs cyclocross bike: what is the difference?
What are the differences between a gravel vs cyclocross bike? Aren’t they pretty much the same? Not quite.
Meglio Skipping Rope Extreme (Indoor Use)
Advanced rope at an entry-level price, durable and well made, the Meglio could jump start your cycling 9/10