Residents encouraged to cycle more as north-east groups given £30,000 electric bike grant
North-east residents are being encouraged to cycle more as a government grant aims to spread electric bike use across the country.
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Blind group’s ‘horror’ over Aberdeen cycle path plan
A blind group today slammed plans for a new Aberdeen cycle path, saying it will create a “no-go area” for people who suffer from sight problems.
Report highlights health benefits of increasing cycling in major cities
Tens of thousands of people would avoid life-threatening conditions if the increase in cycling in London was matched by other major cities, according to new research.
Time running out to have say on plans to create ‘missing’ north-east cycle link
People in the north-east have until Monday to comment on plans to create a "missing" cycle link.
Views sought for Aberdeen cycle path plan
Members of the public are being asked to give their thoughts on cycleways and pedestrian paths in Aberdeen.
Get on your bike and have your say on plans for Aberdeen’s new cycle link
Aberdeen City Council has launched an online consultation on plans for the design of a new cycle link.
Driver on phone minutes before fatal crash involving Chris Boardman’s mother
A driver who was on his mobile phone minutes before a crash has admitted causing the death of the mother of Olympic cyclist Chris Boardman.
Time running out to give opinion on improving Aberdeen’s cycling and walking facilities
Time is running out for the public to voice their opinion over improvements to cycling and walking facilities in Aberdeen.
North-east supermarket staff’s cycle challenge raises £1,000 for Children in Need
Staff at a north-east supermarket have taken on a cycling challenge as part of a nationwide children’s campaign.
New north-east transport and cycle links to be discussed by councillors
North-east councillors will be asked to give feedback on potential new transport and cycling routes when they meet tomorrow.
North-east cycle group buys textbooks to help councils improve cycling infrastructure
A cycle group has bought two new textbooks for north-east councils – in the hope they will help improve infrastructure for cyclists.
Protest over lack of cycle path on Aberdeen bypass
An Aberdeen cycling group is holding a protest to voice its frustration at what it says is “disregard for cyclists” by road planners.
World record-breaking cyclist backs Aberdeen bypass event
A world record-breaking cyclist is encouraging people to experience the new Aberdeen bypass from a unique perspective.
1,500 cyclists to be given chance to cycle section of Aberdeen Bypass on their own bikes
Cyclists in the north-east are to be given a chance to cycle a section of the Aberdeen Bypass on their own bikes.
This smart bike helmet can send an emergency text in event of accident
A smart bike helmet that automatically sends an emergency text message in the event of an accident has gone on sale in the UK for the first time.
Aberdeen bypass cycle event ‘a kick in the teeth’ say cyclists
Cyclists have described an opening event for the AWPR as a “kick in the face”.
North-east charity launches annual fundraising cycling event
A north-east charity has launched its annual fundraising cycle ride.
Charity event sprints back to north-east village
A charity cycling and walking event is to return for its third year in a north-east village.
North-east man to cycle 1,000 miles to raise funds in memory of mum
A north-east man is to cycle 1,000 miles to raise funds for charity to mark the tenth anniversary of his mum’s death – despite not owning a bike this time last year.
Summer scheme gears up to get Aberdeen kids active
A scheme aiming to keep children active during the school summer holidays has been launched in Aberdeen.
Family of north-east man killed in fatal cycle accident tell of joy of completing challenge in his name
The family of a north-east man who died while carrying out a charity cycle spoke of their joy now they have fulfilled a vow to finish the ride in his place.
Travel links to be improved as nearly £400,000 given to north-east councils
North-east local authorities have been awarded more than £390,000 in funding to improve travel links.
Potholes putting people off cycling, survey finds
The state of Britain’s roads is stopping more people from cycling, a survey has suggested.
Thousands turn out to cheer on racers as Tour Series bike event wheels into Aberdeen
Thousands lined the streets as Aberdeen city centre was transformed for a national cycling event.
Everything you need to know about this year’s OVO Energy Tour Series event in Aberdeen
Thousands expected to pack out Aberdeen as top cyclists pedal their way through big event
Thousands of people are expected to line the streets of Aberdeen as an elite cycling race arrives in the city tomorrow.
What’s happening and where as the OVO Energy Tour Series comes to Aberdeen
The Tour Series makes its second visit to Aberdeen tomorrow.
All the Aberdeen road closures for the OVO Energy Tour Series
The OVO Energy Tour Series will see the country’s top cyclists take part in a number of races throughout the city centre.
Former Aberdeen special forces soldier breaks Pan American Highway world record – thanks to chat with Prince Harry
A former special forces soldier from Aberdeen has smashed two world records on an epic cycling adventure on the other side of the world.
Gallery: The evolution of cycling in Aberdeen
We’ve taken a look back through our archives at how cycling and cycle safety has evolved in Aberdeen over the past few decades.