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Father and son cycle round town dressed as Batman + Robin to cheer people up; 72% of bike businesses report losses; RAB postponed until 2021;De Gendt hopes Bkool can handle huge power; Mikel Landa shows what he thinks of the turbo + more on the live blog

Campaigners call for reversal of Richmond Park cycling ban – and so does Jeremy Vine

Cycling campaign groups including the London Cycling Campaign have have joined with the Campaign for the Protection of Rural England to as that restrictions on people riding bikes in London’s Richmond Park be reversed.There call was also backed by broadcaster and high profile cyclist Jeremy Vine who tweeted his support in a succinct style. I agree with this. — … Read more

Meet Saigon, the ‘first ever’ modular e-bike with 200km of range

PEdAL ED Kawa Essential Jersey

PEdAL ED’s Kawa Essential Jersey’s plain design will appeal to those who like to dress stylishly understated, but an average performance and quirky fit make the price tag rather tough to swallow. It’s certainly one for the more petite riders out there.Comfort and cutJust like PEdAL ED’s 3/4s that I also tested, the Kawa Jersey … Read more

Tokyo postponement may boost GB cycling medal hopes says team boss

The postponement of the Tokyo Olympic Games to next year may boost Great Britain’s cycling medal hopes, says British Cycling performance director Stephen Park.Originally due to have been held from 24 July to 9 August this year, the International Olympic Committee confirmed this week that it now plans to hold the Games of the XXXII … Read more

Brompton Bike Hire in fundraising drive to make more bikes for NHS workers – here’s how you can help

Brompton Bike Hire has launched a crowdfunding drive to help produce 1,000 hire bikes for use by NHS workers to help them get to hospitals during the coronavirus pandemic.A fortnight ago, the West London-based brand started making its hire bikes available for free to NHS key workers, and has so far received more than 500 … Read more

Ribble releases Endurance Ti Disc road bike

Ribble has introduced a new titanium Endurance Ti Disc road bike to its extensive range.The Ribble Endurance Ti Disc has a frame that’s made from custom profiled and tapered triple-butted 3AL/2.5V titanium with brushed finish detailing, with a chrome head badge.2020 Ribble Endurace Ti Disc – side on (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson)The medium sized model has … Read more

Michelin Power Road Tubeless tyre

The Michelin Power Road Tubeless Tyre is the company’s first foray into tubeless for its road line-up and the results are very impressive. Grip and rolling resistance feel to be right up there with the best of the competition, and while they are a tight fit, once set up they’ll see you through whatever conditions … Read more

Kensington MP supports “more cycling” but not through Kensington… Shocker! Police say you CAN drive somewhere to exercise; Should speed limits be cut to ease NHS burden? You have your say; Tour of Flanders: Lockdown Edition; Arnie + ponies + bike +more

Air quality improves in UK cities as people leave cars at home

Air quality in cities across the UK is improving due to people staying at home and avoiding non-essential journeys, resulting in a reduction in emissions.Besides people not driving their own cars, less commercial vehicle traffic and many workplaces shutting down are among factors helping improve the atmosphere.Similar findings have been observed in other countries throughout Europe … Read more