Live blog: Tao Geoghegan Hart claims second victory at Tour of the Alps; Police in Leeds catch 11 drivers in one hour during close pass operation; boys lend officers their bikes for (successful) police chase; motor that stops bikes falling over + more
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Boys lend officers their bikes for (successful) police chase
The Northampton Chronicle reports that two boys have been thanked by Northamptonshire Police after they lent officers their bikes for a police chase.
At about 12pm on Monday, three men broke into a builder’s yard in Carisbrooke Way, Daventry, and tried to steal a dumper truck by driving it into the back of their transit van.
A member of the public called it in and after the suspects abandoned their van, a foot chase ensued.
Various members of the public pointed officers where to go before two boys lent them their bikes to continue the chase.
Two men were caught and charged.
Police Sergeant Matt Bailey, said: “The public support during this incident was fantastic and led directly to the capture, arrest and charging of these two individuals.
“I would like to thank all of them for their help but especially the two boys who lent me their bicycles – it was great to know how much they wanted us to succeed in catching up with the suspects.
“These two young men have been written to and invited to spend a day with us on response, which I hope they’ll take up as it’ll be great to spend the day with them and show them a day in the life of a response officer.
“This incident was a great example of how effectively the public and the police can work together and with the teamwork displayed on Monday, the thieves had no chance.”
US cyclist charged after being hit by police officer turning right on red
Covering the Corridor reports that a Virginia cyclist has been charged with not paying attention after a police officer drove into him while turning right at a red light.
In most parts of the US, motorists are allowed to turn right on red.
Here’s the incident from the police vehicle’s perspective.
And here it is from side-on.
Campagnolo trickle 12 speed down to Chorus level
New groupset, more sprockets, plus 48/32 chainset and 11-34 cassette options. Read all about it here.
Here's a stat for you...
Julian Alaphilippe has won every one-day race he’s started this year except for the ones where Mathieu van der Poel was also riding, which were all won by Mathieu van der Poel
— The Road Book (@CyclingAlmanack) April 24, 2019
A stat that won’t be particularly welcomed by Julian Alaphilippe, we’re guessing…
Dutch innovators TU Delft and Gazelle have made a smart motor that stops bikes falling over
The motor offers steering assistance, propping the bike up straight again if it senses you are leaning too much and are about to fall, and keeps the bike stable at speeds of over 4km/h. It’s a prototype at the moment, and TU Delft have been researching how and when bikes do and don’t fall over for the past 15 years.
Will it work on a mountain descent at 50mph, we wonder?
Suspended sentence for impatient driver who knew he'd caused cyclist's crash but said it was 'karma'
Ralph Keemer was held up, so he drove in front of Laura Fidler and braked. She needed surgery. He failed to stop and showed no remorse.
Great Britain teams confirmed for Tour de Yorkshire
A men’s and women’s team in GB kit will take to the startline of the Tour de Yorkshire, taking place between 2nd-5th May. Here are those teams:
Men
Jim Brown
Sean Flynn
Ethan Hayter
Dan McLay
Joe Nally
Will Tidball
Ben Turner
Women
Rhona Callander
Dani Christmas
Anna Docherty
Lauren Dolan
Nikki Juniper
Jess Roberts
Leeds Police warn drivers over close passing cyclists as 11 are caught in one hour
Leeds Police South have revealed the results from an hour of observing motorists on the A63, and close passing on cyclists appeared to be rife. 11 drivers were caught in one hour passing too close, and a further five were dealt with for not wearing seatbelts and two more for speeding. They say: “This initiative isn’t about picking on or penalising motorists, it is about making sure our roads are safer for everyone. With the success of Tour de Yorkshire we support our partners in wanting to get more people to feel confident in cycling in the county by making sure the roads are safer for cyclists and all vulnerable road users.”
Transfer Rumor - Nibali's Trek Segafredo Deal is Done
We’ve got no confirmation yet, but word is that Vincenzo Nibali will be a Trek Segafredo rider from next year. Bahrain Merida yesterday announced that Mikel Landa will be their leader for the Grand Tours in 2020, leaving Nibali, winner of all three Grand Tours, without dedicated team support. These rumors aren’t new. We first heard whispers in January. But it seems that the transfer will be confirmed today. Even more interestingly, Nibali is currently throwing down continuous attacks in the Tour of the Alps. Maybe he’s letting his legs do the negotiating?
Thousands of Ineos fracking protesters expected at Tour de Yorkshire next weekend
You can expect plenty of ‘land art’ for the helicopter shots.
What are cycle lanes like in your town?
Graham from Bournemouth sent us this video.
“The traffic here is awful,” he writes. “Most days it’s actually the cars holding up the bicycles. I dont appreciate being told to use cycle lanes (which has happened multiple times) when quite clearly there’s a reason behind not doing so.”
Graham wants the council to do bike lanes properly.
“At the moment all they do is stick pretty pictures of bikes on pavements.”
Tao Geoghegan Hart claims his second victory of the week at the Tour of the Alps
Can he hold on? Of course he can. @taogeoghegan outsprints Vincenzo Nibali to take another memorable #TotA victory pic.twitter.com/9OK0RU6M5d
— Team Sky (@TeamSky) April 25, 2019
TfL to pilot continuous green man at ten pedestrian crossings
Capital’s transport body confident its vehicle detectors will pick up oncoming cyclists.
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Here's a photo I took on Alpe d'Huez at TdF 1991. L to R: Gianni Bugno, Miguel Indurain, Luc Leblanc. They would finish the stage in that order, Bugno winning. Yes, colour film was available in 1991 but that day I chose to use black and white knowing that many years hence it would look epic.
Riding a bike is green. Pro cycling is not. Don't greenwash us by confusing one with the other.
The first 750 words of this article comprise a detailed explanation of the ways in which cycling continues to feel the full force of climate change. Perhaps more time reading what's actually written before rushing to spaff nonsense everywhere might help your comprehension.
Sadiq Khan and TfL cannot be accused of neglecting cycling. They have greatly improved provision in London. Yes there is a lot more that could be done, but we need to be patient. The public finances aren't in good shape, so things are going to b e tight for some time.
@Rendel Harris "ultimately football at every level is played on roughly the same size to pitch, the goals are the same size and there are eleven players on each team." Except they don't. In a senior team a 16-year-old plays against adults, under tougher competition, plays more matches and under greater mental strain. If your argument was vaild, I could easily counter it by sayng that riding the very same bike on the same roads as in training, 150 km a day, should not be such a big deal for a pro cyclist.
The TdF yearly circus generates human and atmospheric pollution. Big time. Airplanes, choppers, trucks, cars for teams, media, VIP and other involved parties. But pro cycling is a profitable business, ask ASO. Don't spoil the party with questions about carbon footprint, side-road waste, recycling (pun intended). Also, why does ASO not have a plan B case of high temperatures - earlier departure times, shortened stages, ... ? Based on this week's weather forecasts, several stages are likely to be cancelled. Quote of the day : "But as cycling continues to feel the full force of climate change, ..." In what ways?
@Podc I heard that Scunthorpe CC's experiment with wrapping the name around the jersey under the arm to make it fit didn't go too well either.
Be interesting to see if UAE chase down any breakaway today to ensure that Jonas stays in yellow.
@Rendel Harris Interestingly, and it sort of supports my theory that UAE were being cunning, Pog has the mountains jersey today because he was the quickest up the final climb, which argues that he hadn't burnt all his matches when he got to the finish.
@JLasTSR It takes time. I got knocked off nine years ago in broad daylight on a roundabout, by a driver who was wearing very dark glasses, I'm suspicious that he was actually visually impaired. No prosecution. It took me a few years to get my confidence back. I wish you all the best in getting the enjoyment back.
13 thoughts on “Live blog: Tao Geoghegan Hart claims second victory at Tour of the Alps; Police in Leeds catch 11 drivers in one hour during close pass operation; boys lend officers their bikes for (successful) police chase; motor that stops bikes falling over + more”
Crime fighting cyclists!
Crime fighting cyclists!
hawkinspeter wrote:
Disgraceful example. 3 pictures and only 1 helmet and that wasn’t being worn!
Rick_Rude wrote:
You’d be surprised at the cushioning effect of 80’s hair.
hawkinspeter wrote:
Is that Nicole Kidman with her original nose?
brooksby wrote:
Yes, but how does she smell?
hawkinspeter wrote:
Well, wearing all that early eighties nylon…
Criminals – should have
Criminals – should have number plates and insurance!!!
Well done West Yorkshire
Well done West Yorkshire Police.
ktache wrote:
Exactly (I don’t think there’s such a police force as “Leeds Police”).
So the cyclist in Virginia
So the cyclist in Virginia was charged with not paying enough attention after being run over by a police officer…who presumably wasn’t paying enough attention?
This world is screwed up isn’t it?
Plus – don’t read the comments from the WY Police tweet, it’ll only make your blood pressure worse!
Kendalred wrote:
American junctions are weird though. In most cases although they are traffic light on red, the right turn lane is actually a give way to traffic coming across from the left junction. If a cyclist or pedestrian moved across a giveway junction like that as a car had the opportunity to pull out it would be the crosser who was probably more at fault.
American law enforcement is also built more around “the car is the star” then over here as pedestrians can be ticketed for crossing the road anywhere but designated crossings (Jay-walking).
Motorists – should have
Motorists – should have number plates and insurance …. Bollocks!
Motorists – should have
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