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10 cities around the world to share $10m Bloomberg Philanthropies cash to build bike lanes
Ten cities around the world will each get up to $1 million to help pay for bike lanes under an initiative announced today by Bloomberg Philanthropies, the charitable foundation set up by financial publishing magnate Michael Bloomberg.The multi-billionaire, now aged 80, served as Mayor of New York City from 2002-14, and during his tenure active travel … Read more
“Greenwashing, pure and simple” – fury as Shell UK sponsors British Cycling
British Cycling has been accused on social media today of facilitating ‘greenwashing’ with hundreds of comments from members slamming its announcement of the UK subsidiary of multinational oil and gas giant Shell as its new sponsor through an eight-year deal that the national governing body claims will help accelerate its “path to net zero.”It also says … Read more
Specialized/Fjällräven Cave Pack
The Specialized/Fjällräven Cave Pack is a top-quality 20L laptop backpack that features the classic Fjällräven aesthetic, with Specialized’s bike-specific knowhow. It’s designed to work specifically with the Specialized/Fjällräven Cool Cave drop-in pannier, and for that it works well, but as a cycling-specific backpack there’s not a lot here that really justifies its high asking price.Buy … Read more
Cyclist charged after two others hospitalised in Richmond Park crash
A cyclist is due to appear in court next month following a crash in South West London’s Richmond Park earlier this year that resulted in two other riders being taken to hospital.According to a tweet from Royal Parks Police, the cyclist was on the wrong side of the road as he climbed Broomfield Hill in … Read more
Closed! Four winners announced for our Knog lights and bike alarm bundles competition
* THIS COMPETITION IS NOW CLOSED. THANKS FOR ALL YOUR ENTRIES! *Congratulations to our four winners: Kenneth Cramond, Grant Presly, Victoria Connolly, Nathan BurrellA representative from Knog will be in contact with you to arrange your prize.Thank you for everybody who entered and better luck next time.The nights are drawing in, it’s the time of year when our lights return from their summer … Read more
“Reinforcing the point that bike racing isn’t exactly green”: Giro d’Italia organisers criticised for rumoured Rome finale – and 700km transfer
In a year when climate change protesters twice disrupted the Tour de France, professional cycling’s questionable environmental record is under the microscope more than ever before. However, no one seems to have told RCS Sport, the organisers of the Giro d’Italia, who are reportedly determined to bring their flagship event back to Rome – and are … Read more
Segregated bike lane sends delivery drivers “straight towards cyclists”
A segregated cycle lane in Manchester which provides access for delivery drivers – purportedly resulting in motorists driving head-on towards cyclists – has been slammed as “dangerous” and branded “messed up” by a commuter.The protected bike lane on Deansgate in Manchester’s city centre was installed as part of temporary measures introduced during the initial stages … Read more
3T Exploro Racemax Ekar 1×13
If you were wanting to get a bit more comfort over rockier terrain, then you have plenty of space to work with.The 3T Exploro Racemax Ekar 1×13 is a great gravel bike option for those who are looking to go fast on untechnical terrain. The handling is great for high-speed stability, there is plenty of … Read more