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‘Emergency’ World Naked Bike Ride planned for US city of Portland in response to Trump’s deployment of National Guard troops and claims of “violent riots” around immigration row

A group calling itself World Naked Bike Ride Portland plans to ride in protest at the Trump administration’s announcement that it is sending 200 federalised National Guard troops to “protect” its Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facilities in the American city. World Naked Bike Ride Portland, an offshoot of the official World Naked Bike Ride (WNBR) group that organises clothes-optional … Read more

Electronic shifting is great… until it isn’t

“Distracted driving is deadly, and sentencing must reflect that reality”: Driver who killed cyclist on dual carriageway after “flurry” of phone activity avoids jail

A driver who was distracted by his phone before hitting and killing a cyclist on a dual carriageway in Norfolk has avoided prison, instead being handed a 12-month sentence suspended for 18 months and a 12-month driving ban after admitting causing death by careless driving. The Eastern Daily Press and the Thetford & Brandon Times were in court for … Read more

“Once you’ve won the World Championship, those rainbow bands stay with you forever”: Alan Hatherly on two World Championships wins and an Olympic Bronze, training between road and MTB and mid-race line choice

DealClincher x Zwift takeover: Save 15% on the Wahoo KICKR CORE 2 with our exclusive link, now down to £425

Ready to take your winter training to the next level? Lucky you, because Zwift has some great deals to mark its Big Weekend extravaganza! From 3-6 October, you can save 15% on the Wahoo KICKR CORE 2, take £100 off the Zwift Ride with KICKR CORE 2, or grab a free TRACKR Heart Rate Monitor with the … Read more

Pro cyclist caught bunny-hopping across raised lane divider into oncoming traffic during training ride ‘disciplined’ by team; London e-bike fires “worryingly common”; Israel-Premier Tech withdraw from Italian classics + more on the live blog

Q36.5 Dottore Clima Jersey White/Black

Lining up as the most expensive short sleeve jersey we’ve reviewed this year, the Q36.5 Dottore Clima is packed full of innovative fabric technology that keeps the temperature just right when it’s roasting outside and equally when the evenings get a little cooler. Throw in a snug fit, some graphene in the mix, plus some … Read more

Specialized has revamped the Aethos for the greater good… but after a test ride, I’ve decided I won’t be upgrading (yet)

Five years on from the launch of the Aethos, Specialized has revealed the Aethos 2, a more relaxed road bike with the focus still very much on low weight, handling and simplicity. However, in making the geometry taller and revising the layup for more comfort, Specialized has made the Aethos a fraction heavier and taken it … Read more

Strava demands that Garmin stops selling devices over alleged patent infringement

Strava has demanded that Garmin stops selling devices, including all fitness watches and cycling computers, as it claims Garmin is infringing on two patents. As first reported by DC Rainmaker, Strava has filed a lawsuit against Garmin over the alleged infringement of two patents, one around segments and the other around heatmaps/popularity routing. Strava claims that it has “suffered … Read more

Giant arranges meetings with US Customs after Trump administration blocks bike imports over forced labour allegations

Giant Group has said it has “been committed to openness and transparency” after US customs blocked imports following an investigation alleging evidence of forced labour. In its response, Giant Group has said it formally engaged with the U.S. Customs and Border police on September 29th, and that it will arrange an official meeting in the near future. Giant … Read more