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UN adopts resolution promoting cycling to fight climate change… proposed by Turkmenistan’s cycling-mad outgoing dictator
The 193 members of the UN have this week unanimously adopted a resolution that officially states the bicycle is a vital tool to combat climate change, calling on member states to “integrate the bicycle into public transportation, in urban and rural settings in developing and developed countries.” While the news was welcomed by active travel campaigners, it was perhaps less … Read more
What do you think of Shimano’s unique new handlebar design? Plus eco wood bikes now on Cycle to Work scheme, new Paris-Roubaix and ‘Hell Yeah’ themed kit + more
It’s time to check out the latest tech stories from the world of cycling – everything from Abus’ updated seat-mounted flexible bike lock, new clothing from Santini with Paris-Roubaix themed lycra and Stolen Goat’s graffiti-style ‘Hell Yeah’ kit, to a collab between Italy’s Cinelli and football club Inter Milan. We’re starting, though, with a look at an interesting patent we came across…What do … Read more
Monumental tipples: the best beer and wine pairings to watch cycling’s greatest one-day races
Spring is springing, and for road racing fans that means it’s time for cycling’s five epic Monuments.This opener is a particularly long one-day race, and the others aren’t short either… so unless you’re lucky enough to witness any of these prestigious events live, it’s wise to have some refreshments available while you tick off some of the … Read more
“Cowardly” unlicensed driver who ran over cyclist, hid vehicle and lied to police sentenced to 22 months in prison
An unlicensed driver who ran over a cyclist before fleeing the scene and attempting to hide his vehicle has been sentenced to 22 months in prison, alongside a two year and 11 month driving ban. 23-year-old Aaron Rogers, from Whitchurch in Shropshire, killed 56-year-old Ian Edwards on the evening of July 21 2020 when he hit him … Read more
Topeak Ninja Master+ Cage Z
The Topeak Ninja Master+ Cage Z is reasonably light, very competitively priced and easy to get bottles in and out of, and although its grip proved entirely secure during the test, its gentle-feeling squeeze doesn’t inspire confidence.The Ninja Master series of parts from Topeak gives the ability to add on extra carrying capacity to the … Read more
Cycling UK urges council to publish evidence justifying Snake Pass cycling ban
Cycling UK has written to Derbyshire County Council to call for the publication of a risk assessment which justifies banning cyclists and walkers from Snake Pass, a decision the council said was “because of concerns over safety”. If no risk assessment exists, the charity says the road should be immediately reopened to active travel users.The scenic climb, which … Read more
Six of the best bikes with the new 12-speed Shimano Ultegra 8100 groupset
The new Ultegra groupsets are here and these are, in our opinion, the best bikes that currently have it installed. Do you agree with our selection? If you don’t already know then Ultegra fits into the Shimano range above 105 and below the top of the range Dura-Ace, this latest version has the R8100 prefix and … Read more
MP urges the government to help make Oxford’s roads safer for cyclists
An MP has urged the government to commit to keeping cyclists safe on the roads after two women were killed less than a month apart while riding bikes in Oxford.On 8 February Ellen Moilanen, a university worker in her 40s, was killed when she was struck by a lorry driver while cycling on the A4165 … Read more