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“Distracted driving is deadly, and sentencing must reflect that reality”: Driver who killed cyclist on dual carriageway after “flurry” of phone activity avoids jail
A driver who was distracted by his phone before hitting and killing a cyclist on a dual carriageway in Norfolk has avoided prison, instead being handed a 12-month sentence suspended for 18 months and a 12-month driving ban after admitting causing death by careless driving. The Eastern Daily Press and the Thetford & Brandon Times were in court for … Read more
Wattbike Atom
Wattbike’s new Atom is an update to a trainer that’s been in its range for a long time, and I last reviewed in 2020 (https://road.cc/content/review/next-generation-wattbike-atom-277405). This is really an incremental change: the physical bike is much the same, and there haven’t been any major changes to the electronics either. It’s put on £600 in that … Read more
DealClincher x Zwift takeover: Save 15% on the Wahoo KICKR CORE 2 with our exclusive link, now down to £425
Ready to take your winter training to the next level? Lucky you, because Zwift has some great deals to mark its Big Weekend extravaganza! From 3-6 October, you can save 15% on the Wahoo KICKR CORE 2, take £100 off the Zwift Ride with KICKR CORE 2, or grab a free TRACKR Heart Rate Monitor with the … Read more
Q36.5 Dottore Clima Jersey White/Black
Lining up as the most expensive short sleeve jersey we’ve reviewed this year, the Q36.5 Dottore Clima is packed full of innovative fabric technology that keeps the temperature just right when it’s roasting outside and equally when the evenings get a little cooler. Throw in a snug fit, some graphene in the mix, plus some … Read more
Specialized has revamped the Aethos for the greater good… but after a test ride, I’ve decided I won’t be upgrading (yet)
Five years on from the launch of the Aethos, Specialized has revealed the Aethos 2, a more relaxed road bike with the focus still very much on low weight, handling and simplicity. However, in making the geometry taller and revising the layup for more comfort, Specialized has made the Aethos a fraction heavier and taken it … Read more
Strava demands that Garmin stops selling devices over alleged patent infringement
Strava has demanded that Garmin stops selling devices, including all fitness watches and cycling computers, as it claims Garmin is infringing on two patents. As first reported by DC Rainmaker, Strava has filed a lawsuit against Garmin over the alleged infringement of two patents, one around segments and the other around heatmaps/popularity routing. Strava claims that it has “suffered … Read more
Giant arranges meetings with US Customs after Trump administration blocks bike imports over forced labour allegations
Giant Group has said it has “been committed to openness and transparency” after US customs blocked imports following an investigation alleging evidence of forced labour. In its response, Giant Group has said it formally engaged with the U.S. Customs and Border police on September 29th, and that it will arrange an official meeting in the near future. Giant … Read more