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TDM unveils ‘world’s first’ F1-style KERS system for e-MTB, promising to extend range by up to 100km
e-Mountain bike technologies are moving at an alarming rate. Newton metres and power figures are constantly rising, making e-MTBs more capable and, to some, more fun to ride. However, there’s one key downside – range. Even with the largest batteries, range is limited, but that’s where French brand TDM steps in with its new CNPR … Read more
BP encourages drivers to save 100% on soaring fuel prices by cycling to petrol stations instead
Update 12pm: For the avoidance of any doubt, this article was published on the morning of April Fools’ Day and is untrue. Drivers are being encouraged to cycle to their local petrol stations to buy fuel, as part of a latest effort to drive down demand in response to shortages caused by the war in Iran.Since … Read more
There’s nothing like the death of a cyclist to reveal how sickeningly awful some people in your local community can be
I live in rural Warwickshire, just outside of Stratford-upon-Avon, and it is a beautiful part of the world. From my window I have views over the Cotswolds, we have the world-famous Royal Shakespeare Company bringing the best actors in the world to perform, and this area is repeatedly voted as one of the best places … Read more
“There’s not enough money for everything”: Bike lane plans “better late than never”, says politician – but taxi firm slams “pressure on the roads” for drivers
Belfast has long been criticised for lagging behind the rest of the UK’s major cities when it comes to installing safe, protected infrastructure for cyclists. But that could soon be set to change, thanks to plans to build a dedicated three-metre-wide cycle lane along one of the city’s busiest commuter corridors, a scheme described by … Read more
Universal Colours Men’s Mono Rain Jacket
The Universal Colours Men’s Mono Rain Jacket is a lightweight waterproof that you can pack away in a jersey pocket. That portability could prove a key feature, as its low breathability means you’ll most likely not want to wear this unless it’s actually raining.The Mono is a very light jacket with no superfluous features. It’s … Read more
Shand’s revived Stramash gravel bike gets UDH dropouts compatible with T-Type, Rohloff and belt-driven drivetrains
Small bike brand, Shand, has become known for hand-building steel bikes of all kinds with durability in mind, and today, it has revived the Stramash. As before, it’s a do-it-all gravel bike, capable of road, fireroad bashing, and singletrack, but it’s got a few neat tricks up its sleeve. Is Ritchey’s new bike “near indestructible”? … Read more
Five old bits of cycling kit that I can’t bring myself to let go of, and sometimes still use
Nostalgia is a funny old thing isn’t it. Sometimes we (me!) hang onto things that really have had their day, yet we can’t quite let go of them. They might sit in the biscuit tin of stuff waiting for another life, or be built up on a retro or Eroica bike to be enjoyed occasionally. … Read more
Investigation into Muriel Furrer’s death finds no wrongdoing, but sparks claims it took “an athlete dying for the UCI to kick into action” on GPS tracking
Swiss prosecutors have found no evidence of third-party involvement or criminal wrongdoing in the fatal crash of 18-year-old Swiss rider Murier Furrer at the 2024 Road World Championship in Zurich. Following an extensive investigation, the Zurich public prosecutor’s office confirmed it was unable to establish that other riders, race officials, or organisers bore any responsibility … Read more