16/08/2019, 15:27
Well, we didn't see that coming!
Israel Cycling Academy proud to announce: Irishman DAN MARTIN will race for the team in the next 2 seasons. Full statement: https://t.co/u9ZsyAVzSG pic.twitter.com/BRk9qRyDji
— IsraelCyclingAcademy (@yallaACADEMY) August 16, 2019
Dan Martin has jumped shipped from UAE Emirates to join Israel Cycling Academy on a two-year deal, suggesting that the Pro-Continental team is serious about stepping up to World Tour level next year.
Despite a disappointing 18th place finish in this year's Tour, Martin is still a brilliant buy.
16/08/2019, 15:20
We're hurting just looking at this...
He crashed hard but showed a great spirit fighting back. Oh Man. It must hurt. @ThomasRevard is the name from a team we have lots of respect to: Team Hagens Bermans Axeon. #tourofutah pic.twitter.com/Iv1n2rK7l7
— IsraelCyclingAcademy (@yallaACADEMY) August 15, 2019
16/08/2019, 14:26
Ouch! Broken bikes puts WNT-Rotor out of race.
Unfortunately during our team time trial training this morning ahead of tomorrow’s @UCI_WWT, a car took our right of way and consequently our riders crashed heavily.
Currently, all riders seem ok and will undergo further medical checks throughout today. #UCIWWT pic.twitter.com/UEEjzKCBQd
— WNT-ROTOR Pro Cycling (@WNT_ROTOR) August 16, 2019
16/08/2019, 13:37
Dutch e-bike brand admits staging hidden camera sting
Forbes reports on a recently-released VanMoof video which purported to show members of the public buying bikes from an actor posing as a thief.
Turns out the whole thing was staged by the Dutch e-bike start-up.
At the time of writing, the campaign’s still live.
Here’s the video.
16/08/2019, 13:28
Cycle Surgery launch BBC Children in Need jersey to raise funds for the charity
Cycle Surgery, together with BBC Children in Need, have come together to launch the first ever BBC Children in Need cycle jersey, made by premium cycling apparel brand Primal. The unique unisex cycling jersey is now available from Cycle Surgery, both in-store and online, and has plenty of the technical features you'd expect to find through the rest of their range.
The jersey costs £29.99 with proceeds going directly to BBC Children in Need, if you want one you can buy it here.
16/08/2019, 13:16
Parcours launch the Alta, their first gravel wheelset
British wheel brand Parcours have gone gravel with the launch of their latest hoops, the Alta. Weighing in at 1,460g, they're described as robust enough for gravel detours yet suitably feathery for climbing on smooth tarmac. The rim depth is 35mm and the outer width is 29mm, with 12mm thru-axles as standard that can be converted should you need.
The price is £849 a set, and you can add a dynamo hub for an addiontal £200. You can check them out and pre-order for a September delivery on Parcours' website now.
16/08/2019, 12:32
Post-Ride Hydration Beers for All!
Even when interpreted as “it’s ok to have a beer”, intake is very moderate & the authors STILL advise not to abstain. I’m staunch on athletes avoiding when injured and getting athletes to get to act like a pro. In reality, it depends on what lies ahead, partic in the short term. pic.twitter.com/2rDlVzUH3l
— The Endurance Physio (@theEndurancePT) August 16, 2019
Disregarding all of the other negative side effects of alcohol, it seems that beer has no adverse effects on hydration markers when consumed post-exercise.
We'll add a pizza in, just for good measure!
16/08/2019, 11:47
Road rage driver who chased cyclist and then rammed him spared jail
James Carroll handed a two-year ban and will be fitted with an electronic tag. Cyclist suffered a broken hip.
16/08/2019, 11:25
Have you ever seen a bike with no seat tube?
Now you have! Read all about this special bike here which employs 3D printing technology.
16/08/2019, 11:03
Very late notice that a stretch of the Taff Trail is closed
Really!!? A 3 month closure of TaffTrail just north of Ponty with 24hrs notice and no diversion? #activetravel what on earth are you doing? https://t.co/TNMY4TY8vj
— BeicwrTaff (@beicwrtaff) August 15, 2019
16/08/2019, 10:29
Mitchelton-Scott going Yatesless at the Vuelta
After riding both the Giro and the Tour, it was always highly unlikely that Simon Yates would return to the Vuelta after winning last year. No Adam either though.
PREVIEW “The Vuelta is a race that has always treated me well." - @estecharu
Our team for #LaVuelta19 @TsgabuG @DionSmithy @nick_schultz5 @lukamezgec @estecharu @SamBewley @damien_howson @NieveMikel
READ MORE https://t.co/wWVocnfHjI pic.twitter.com/0lFdOhu9LJ
— Mitchelton-SCOTT (@MitcheltonSCOTT) August 16, 2019
16/08/2019, 10:01
Make your own carbon fibre chainring that's 75% lighter than a steel one
Calling all weight weenies! If you've ever thought about making a carbon fibre chainring, here's a good project showing some of the testing and construction that has gone into making one. We're not sure about the bike that it's been fitted to however...
You can read the detailed PDF document here.
This project shows how to make your own carbon fibre chainring that's 75% lighter than a steel model. https://t.co/N1cUQNIlbF pic.twitter.com/ZrAsoPfhkG
— Cycling Science (@CyclingScience1) August 15, 2019
16/08/2019, 09:23
The newspapers have been trawling through that “Maddest Day Ever In Brighton” YouTube channel
Footage of a group of youths cycling through a Brighton supermarket was published by a number of national newspaper websites last week. The coverage resulted in a police appeal for victims.
The video has since been deleted and the uploader has posted an apology.
He might have to take a closer look through his previous uploads though as this week those same newspapers published a video from July in which he is seen doing wheelies through London where he is involved in a collision and angry confrontation with a Mercedes driver.
You can find the original video here. The collision occurs at 11m45s.
16/08/2019, 08:21
"You f**king assholes are blocking the bike lane for no reason": angry commuter lays into NYPD
In this not-so-pleasant exchange, a commuter sees red after police officers block a bike lane in numbers. It's not completely clear why they're blocking the lane, but the commuter shouting "there is no terrorist threat" suggests they were responding to a security alert.
The 'On the Bike Lane' Instagram account that shared the clip posts instances of bad bike lane form daily, the latest below being another example of authorities blocking a lane. The NYPD have come under scrutiny for their response towards cyclist fatalities as of late, with officers instructed to ticket cyclists for infringements - Mayor de Blasio has promised to address the city's rising fatality rate and change the way police respond to incidents, with 19 cyclists killed since the turn of 2019.
Cyclist deaths are also on the rise across the United States with 840 recorded in 2016, reports NPR.
16/08/2019, 08:37
Tyne Pedestrian and Cyclist Tunnels reopen after six year wait
After six years of work, the Tyne Pedestrian and Cyclist Tunnels have finally reopened. The tunnels are recognised as one of the finest sections of segregated infrastructure in the UK and have been restored to their former glory. https://t.co/imETwYwQtz pic.twitter.com/0cYWEPlgok
— Sustrans (@sustrans) August 15, 2019
The £16 million refurbishment that began in 2013 is now complete, with side-by-side tunnels for cyclists and pedestrians that will transport people under the River Tyne between Howdon on the north bank and Jarrow on the south bank.
The Grade II listed structure has been restored to its former glory with 28,000 ceramic tiles replaced and 2,500 meters of cable installed, according to Sustrans. Have you used it on your commute this morning? Do send us some pics for the archive if you get the chance, we might even send you some lovely road.cc socks to say ta...
16/08/2019, 08:43
Not bad...
Victory percentage of Mathieu van der Poel @mathieuvdpoel, a.k.a. The Cycling Cannibal Chameleon, in 2019 (in official races on UCI-calendar):
Cyclocross 12/12 = 100%
Mountainbike 14/16 = 87,5%
Road 7/16 (after stage victory in stage 1 #ArticRace) = 43,7%
Total 33/44 = 75%!! pic.twitter.com/nVp5lBHXR2
— Jonas Creteur (@jonas_creteur) August 15, 2019
At the age of 24 and competing at the highest level in three cycling disciplines, Mathieu van der Poel has pretty much got the hang of this cycling thing.
