Users of Edinburgh’s cycle hire scheme are coasting downhill on its bikes – but are less keen on climbing back up them, leading operators to plan to introduce electric bikes.The Just Eats Cycles scheme was launched in the Scottish capital last September by round-the-world cyclist Mark Beaumont.The Scotsman reports that according to operators Serco – … Read more
A cyclist in Western Australia has filmed the moment an impatient motorist pulled out into the road to try and get around him and other riders at a set of traffic lights – and drove straight into the path of a garbage truck after failing to check their mirrors.The incident, filmed on a Cycliq action … Read more
Supremely comfortable and cool, if you know that you’ll be in the market for a lightweight and stiff summer shoe in 2019 then Fizik’s Infinito R1 Knit should be right in the mix, despite the hefty price tag. Pros: Comfort, fit, breathability, stiffness Cons: Quite absorbent (obviously), a bit heavy, very expensive We’ve seen a … Read more
Muc-Off says that its Presta Tubeless Valve Kit is a premium solution and at over £20 a pack it’s not wrong, but it certainly has all the options covered to make sure these provide the perfect seal with your wheels. The anodised machined finish is absolutely spot on, too, for that added bit of colour coordinated … Read more
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Geraint Thomas has confirmed he will skip this year’s Giro d’Italia “to be in the best shape possible” to defend his Tour de France title.Chris Froome, who has made no secret of his ambition to win a record-equalling fifth yellow jersey at the Tour de France this summer, dropped a not-so-subtle hint last week that … Read more
The rubbery Knog Blinder MOB V Four Eyes rear light is bright and easy to use, but the side visibility is questionable in a light designed for commuting. Pros: Bright; long battery life; quick to charge; easy to use Cons: No sideways-mounting option; limited side visibility Simple, strong and well protected, there’s plenty to recommend … Read more
UPDATED: A medical tribunal into former Team Sky and British Cycling doctor Richard Freeman that had been due to open in Manchester today has now been adjourned until Friday after he failed to appear.The hearing, which is due to last for four weeks, will now commence at 0930 this Friday.There had been speculation in the press this … Read more
A man has been charged with causing the death by dangerous driving of North Down Cycling Club committee member Gavin Moore in July 2017.Hing Tong Cheung, aged 61 and from Bangor, has also been charged with causing serious injury to another cyclist, Gareth Boyle.The pair were on a group ride on Bangor Road in Newtownards … Read more
The Vitus Energie CRX cyclo-cross bike is an absolute blast to ride thanks to sharp, fun handling along the trails or around tight, technical muddy circuits. It’s great for a day out on the gravel, and you can chuck mudguards on it too if you fancy a high-speed, year-round commuter. Pros: Highly versatile frameset, great … Read more
