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Conspiracy theorist’s allegation that US cyclist was coronavirus Patient Zero of Wuhan outbreak sweeps China

A claim by a self styled, US-based, “investigative journalist” (according to his Twitter biography) that ‘Patient Zero’ in the Wuhan coronavirus outbreak was American cyclist, Maatje Benassi, who competed in the CISM Military World Games there last October is making waves among internet users in China.Washington, DC-based George Webb has claimed that Sergeant First Class Maatje Benassi, who represented the … Read more

Tech Trend: Is adjustable geometry the next big thing for gravel bikes?

Is adjustable geometry the next tech thing to get your head around? Until now geometry adjustment has been the reserve of mountain bikers, but a few new gravel bikes launched recently are utilising adjustable geometry to tune the handling for different requirements. Let’s take a closer look at what this means for you.Geometry is determined … Read more

Check out highlights of Le Col’s summer clothing range

Le Col has unveiled its spring/summer cycling collection and here are some of the highlights.“We have been able to improve our offering to riders with informed insight from men’s UCI World Tour team Bahrain-McLaren and UCI Continental women’s team Drops,” says Le Col. “As technical kit partners to the teams, Le Col clothing has already … Read more

“Peloton stud” Rory McIlroy invites golf rivals to static cycling challenge

“Peloton stud” Rory McIlroy – the nickname is from Golf Digest, not us – has challenged his rivals to a static cycling challenge on the indoor cycling brand’s platform with their sport, like most others, on pause due to the coronavirus pandemic.The world number-one golfer and four-time major winner revealed last month that he rides … Read more

New Wattbike Icon indoor training bike available at discount

Wattbike’s new Icon indoor training bike, designed for gym use, is now available to individuals for a limited time.“The Wattbike Icon has been introduced to complement the incredibly popular Wattbike Pro and Trainer in commercial settings,” says Wattbike. “However, in these unprecedented times Wattbike is opening up this product to the public, for those who want … Read more

PRO Stealth Offroad Saddle

As the name suggests, the PRO Stealth Offroad Saddle is the dirt-biased model in the Stealth family, aimed at gravel and mountain bike audiences. Though it follows the same basic silhouette as the road version, there are some trail-centric tweaks. Padding density is reckoned to be thicker, but even so I found our 142mm version … Read more

Are bike thieves targeting doctors and teachers?; Chinese media reports theory US military cyclist who came to Wuhan was “patient zero”; Threat to close Royal Parks to cyclists if rules aren’t respected; Belgian pro’s 369km Zwift session + more

When should you visit a bike shop during the emergency lockdown?

The UK government have announced strict new measures to curb the COVID-19 pandemic, urging the public to stay home other than to make essential journeys for supplies with bike shops included in a list of retail businesses that were permitted to stay open… but what counts as an essential trip to a bike shop?Cycling responsibly during a … Read more

Bike shops see boom in repairs and servicing due to coronavirus

Bicycle retailers and workshops across the UK are reportedly experiencing a boom in business as people switch to two wheels to get around during the coronavirus pandemic, whether that means buying a new bike or getting one that has been languishing in a shed or garage serviced.One shop in west London specialising in bicycle repairs … Read more