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Why a gravel bike could be the only bike you need — the pros and cons of using a gravel bike as your only bike
Gravel bikes have moved very quickly from being the latest bike-related craze to a significant part of most bike companies’ ranges. Designed for everything from smooth roads to rugged off-road adventures, could a gravel bike be the only bike you need for commuting, training, and exploring? Let’s get into the pros and cons… 2024 road bike vs gravel … Read more
British Cycling “killing off” sport and harming smaller events, says organiser of cancelled race after risk assessor demanded “huge, last-minute” £4,000 safety changes
The organiser of a town-centre criterium race has claimed that British Cycling’s “demanding, top-down” approach to risk assessment could harm smaller events and ultimately “kill off” the sport in the UK, after the governing body made a late request for several safety changes to the course, leading to increased costs and, ultimately, the crit’s cancellation.Earlier … Read more
Concerns raised about possible attacks on cyclists after popular family cycle path sabotaged with piles of logs “deliberately” left by “idiots” and hooded men spotted shouting threats at passing riders
A popular traffic-free cycle path on the Isle of Wight has been the subject of two apparent anti-cycling sabotage attempts in the space of a month, after piles of logs were left strewn across the trail – and immediately replaced after being moved by cyclists – and hooded, cider-drinking men were spotted allegedly shouting threats … Read more
Decathlon’s cycling brand Van Rysel launches first carbon wheelsets, starting from €799.99 and suitable for road or gravel riding
Van Rysel has introduced two carbon wheelsets, the VR 35 and VR 50, designed for both road and gravel riding with the hooked rims capable of taking tyres up to 55mm wide. Prices are set at a very competitive €799.99 (~£670) and €899.99 (~£750) respectively, with weights starting at a claimed 1,490g.2025 Van Rysel VR 50 carbon wheels rim (Image Credit: Van … Read more
Van Rysel Cycling Cat 3 Sunglasses RoadR 900 Perf – Black
The Van Rysel Cycling Cat 3 Sunglasses are a great offering from the European sports superstore Decathlon. Their performance is right up with the likes of glasses from Oakley, 100%, POC and other big-name, top-end brands – but at a fraction of the price.Looking for new sunnies? Then check out our best cycling sunglasses buyer’s guide.Van Rysel … Read more
Cyclists slam council’s decision to spend millions on “pointless” figure-of-eight loop “bridge to nowhere”, instead of fixing muddy quagmire around it
A £16m cycling and walking bridge designed to encourage active travel in Worcester has been criticised by local cyclists and campaigners for leading directly into an impassable, muddy path — forcing riders to either brave a dangerous road or turn back the way they came.The Kepax Bridge, which spans the River Severn, was designed by … Read more
Canyon recalls TT bike over safety concern fork steerer tube could crack
Canyon has recalled its Speedmax CF time trial bikes fitted with a V21 Aerostem over safety fears the fork steerer tube could crack or break after a severe impact or in a “high-load” situation.The recall was actually made back in November, the Gov.UK website explaining that the Office for Product Safety and Standards shared notice … Read more