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“I’ve never experienced so much hatred”: Visma boss claims “no noble cause” behind Vuelta protests, as Wout van Aert quietly deletes anti-Israel post

Visma-Lease a Bike general manager Richard Plugge has further criticised the pro-Palestinian protestors who disrupted the Vuelta a España saying “I don’t believe at any point there was a noble aspiration behind it”.“I’ve never experienced so much hate,” Plugge told Wielerflits. “[By the end] there really wasn’t any attention being drawn to anything any more. It was … Read more

How much faster are deep carbon wheels? We test whether deeper really is faster, and explore which rim depth is best for your riding

Deep-section carbon wheels are often seen as the ultimate upgrade, so how much of a difference do they really make to your speed? Are they always the smartest choice for your bike? With input from Hunt, we put deep wheels to the test to see what gains they actually deliver, before exploring which rim depth … Read more

Castelli Pro Mesh 2.0 Base Layer

The Castelli Pro Mesh 2.0 Base Layer is designed to work in a wide range of temperatures, making it a versatile piece for your cycling wardrobe. I found it very comfortable and it did its job well, though the short sleeves can bunch up – and it’s not the cheapest option.Castelli says the Pro Mesh … Read more

Cyclist casualties down 28% and 900 fewer road injuries since 20mph limit introduced in Wales – but driving instructor still brands change a “total disaster”

The number of cyclists injured or killed from road traffic incidents in Wales has fallen by more than a quarter since the roll-out of ‘default’ 20mph speed limits on most roads, new data shows.Data to the end of March shows that there have been 348 cyclists killed or injured on all roads since the 20mph … Read more

What’s watt: A beginner’s guide to e- bike motors

“Hi-vis and lights make chuff-all difference if drivers don’t look”: Cyclist “glad I wore my most visible protection” after motorist pulls out – but rider accused of “steaming on”; Tom Pidcock’s mum behind Vuelta ceremony; Bike ban + more on the live blog

Pirelli Cinturato Evo TLR

The Pirelli Cinturato Evo TLR tyre offers an impressive blend of grip, durability and reasonable speed that works well on road and is surprisingly capable for light off-road use. It’s not a cheap tyre, but its performance and durability make it one that’s well worth considering for year-round use.Pirelli’s newest endurance tyre made headlines when … Read more

Former UCI president Brian Cookson calls for ban on nation states in cycling team names – as Tour de France Barcelona start in doubt over Israel-Premier Tech protests

Ex-UCI president Brian Cookson has suggested that cycling’s governing body should introduce a new rule banning professional teams from featuring nation states in their names, in an attempt to quell the anti-Israel protests which marred this month’s Vuelta a España.According to Cookson, a former president of British Cycling who served as UCI head between 2013 … Read more

Whyte Verro gravel bike

Distracted delivery driver who hit and killed cyclist while reading paperwork jailed for six years

A delivery van driver who was reading paperwork and failing to concentrate on the road when he struck and killed a father of two cycling to work has been jailed for six years.Philip Scott, who had nine previous road traffic convictions and denied causing the death of 32-year-old Euan Thomson by dangerous driving, was also … Read more