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Texas teen who ran over six cyclists charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon
A teenager who crashed into a group of six cyclists in Texas after allegedly ‘rolling coal’ at them has been charged with six counts of felony aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.Before crashing into the group of cyclists who were training for IronMan Texas, the 16-year-old had reportedly blown at them black smoke on purpose … Read more
RideLondon: Essex urged to focus on road safety ahead of revamped sportive
Essex highways authorities and police have been urged to tackle road safety as part of RideLondon’s legacy, following news the mass sportive and pro cycling events will visit the county’s roads next year. The UK’s biggest sportive, RideLondon will for the first time partner with Essex County Council, hosting the 100 mile sportive on Sunday 29 … Read more
Cannondale pro rider seen blasting past amateurs in viral video fired over early use of Specialized SL7… but did he have a choice?
It is being reported that EF Education-Nippo has sought to end the contract of its outgoing rider Sergio Higuita, after the Colombian was caught using a sponsor-incorrect bike in a video that went viral over the weekend; however it has now been suggested that EF riders were asked to return their Cannondale bikes on 1st … Read more
Nopinz Pro-1 Bib Shorts – Men
I can’t verify their aero benefits, but the Nopinz Pro-1 Bib Shorts do offer an impressive performance, a great fit and a chamois that’s comfortable for long distance rides. They’re also great value compared with similar designs.The shorts are made with Nopinz‘ proprietary Speedscalez fabric, which it claims offers ‘outstanding aero performance’, with the surface … Read more
DT Swiss increases stability, decreases drag with updated ERC wheel range
DT Swiss has updated its ERC endurance wheels in collaboration with Swiss Side, offering new carbon rim shapes that are said to combine improved crosswind stability with lower drag, an increased rim inner width, and the brand’s latest generation Aero Dicut hubs with Ratchet EXP technology. Whereas DT Swiss’ ARC wheels are designed for all-out race … Read more
Knog Blinder Road 600 Front Light
The Knog Blinder Road 600 Front Light is quick and easy to mount, has a durable design and doesn’t require a separate lead to charge it. It’s best suited to extending commutes home, although brighter lights are available for the same price (or less).It’s that time of year again… the clocks have changed, post-work rides … Read more
Cyclist threatened with weapon and robbed of bike while on board a train
Police are appealing for information after a cyclist was threatened with a weapon and robbed of his bike on board a train near Glasgow last month.British Transport Police say that the robbery happened at just before 4.30pm on Tuesday 26 October on a Glasgow Central to Lanark service.While the train was travelling between Bellshill and Carluke, the … Read more