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“A stark reminder”: Cyclist killed by ‘racing’ moped rider cutting through traffic in bike lane, as cycling campaigners call for “immediate and decisive action”

Cycling campaigners in London have called for “immediate and decisive action to address the safety of cyclists” after a woman was killed by a ‘racing’ moped rider while cycling in one of the city’s bike lanes.Police investigating the death of the female cyclist, who was in her 50s, have confirmed this week that arrests have … Read more

Oakley and Meta launch new Oakley Meta Vanguard AI-powered glasses that record your rides and integrate with Strava and Garmin

Oakley and Meta have launched the Meta Vanguard Performance AI glasses, designed for athletes and “engineered for pure performance.” Featuring a 12MP 3K camera, Oakley Prizm lenses, open-ear speakers, and up to nine hours of battery life, they integrate with Strava for ride overlays and Garmin for hands-free stats. They’re available for pre-order now priced at … Read more

“EVs don’t address congestion or road safety”: London borough criticised for prioritising electric cars and treating cycling and walking as an “afterthought” – despite widespread support for safe cycle lanes

A London borough’s proposals for its long-term transport strategy have been heavily criticised by the council’s opposition for treating cycling and walking as an “afterthought”, despite strong support from residents for safe, protected cycle lanes and infrastructure.The draft transport strategy, introduced this month by Richmond upon Thames Council, has also been panned by the borough’s … Read more

Galibier Female Roubaix Merino Jersey

The Galibier Female Roubaix Merino Jersey is comfortable, breathable, and excellent value. It’s a well-thought-out top built around a merino blend fabric, with large pockets, and handles cool-weather riding across a range of disciplines.> Buy now: Galibier Female Roubaix Merino Jersey for £58.22 from GalibierThe inner is lined with 100% bamboo, which feels soft against … Read more

Has Cycplus blown away the competition when it comes to affordable smart training? The unusually-shaped, £400(ish) R200 has a 2,200-watt power ceiling and claimed +/-1% accuracy

Cycplus, a Chinese cycling tech brand renowned for its development of electronic bike pumps, has released another indoor trainer, named the R200. The price of the unconventional-looking circular smart trainer is yet to be confirmed, although we know it will be around the £400-500 mark, making it a pretty interesting offering for those wanting a smart trainer on a budget. With Wahoo … Read more

Near Miss of the Day 936: “Not sure it takes a forensic genius to work out this is close”… but police force refuses action because it is “following national guidance”

A cyclist who was close passed due to an oncoming vehicle and a driver’s impatience has been told by Welsh police they are “temporarily suspending taking action on evidence submitted by pedal cyclists” because they are “following national guidance from the Forensic Science Regulator”. The National Police Chiefs’ Council has reiterated that this position is incorrect, … Read more

“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

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