Megamo launches dedicated e-road bike powered by super-powerful Avinox motor

The mountain bike world has been abuzz with talk of next-generation Avinox motors since their introduction in April, and now Megamo has announced the launch of a new e-road platform called the Upon that’s “designed to deliver a true road cycling experience while harnessing the power and efficiency of the Avinox motor system”.> The Avinox … Read more

Oxford Ultratorch City Light Set

The Oxford Ultratorch City Light Set is a budget-friendly pairing intended primarily for urban commuting and daytime visibility. While the rear light is a good performer for the price, the front light serves better as a ‘be-seen’ safety light than a primary beam for dark country lanes.Front Light: Ultratorch CL200The CL200 is a compact, lightweight … Read more

Phone driver who took selfie, watched videos, and sent messages before killing cyclist jailed for five years, as hit-and-run motorist who also struck rider handed suspended sentence

James Lawley, from Heysham, was riding a racing tricycle on Oxcliffe Road in Heaton-with-Oxcliffe on Saturday, 21 September 2024, when he was hit by two motorists – one dangerously distracted by their phone, the other failing to stop – and fatally injured.A black Seat Altea driven by Matthew Isherwood made the initial impact, causing Mr … Read more

Everyone is talking about 32-inch wheels… but can you actually buy 32-inch bikes and kit right now? Here’s everything we know about that caters for cycling’s trendiest new wheel size

32-inch wheels are the big craze in mountain biking and gravel. Brands are jumping headfirst onto the hype train, releasing prototypes and promising new releases left, right and centre. But what if you wanted to take a spin on big wheels right now? Ironically there’s not a huge amount out there at the time of … Read more

Hutchinson Blackbird All-Season tyre

The Hutchinson Blackbird All-Season TLR road tyres bring added durability and reliability compared to the company’s standard version for when the weather conditions turn a bit more inclement, but without too much of a sacrifice when it comes to summer performance. They’re the ideal choice for riders who don’t want the faff, or cost of … Read more

Horror as council issues report saying e-bikes can help women to meet their “traditional domestic responsibilities”

A council has apologised after publishing a report using sexist stereotypes to describe the benefits of electric hire bikes to women.Liberal Democrat-run Kingston-upon-Thames Borough Council’s Place Committee was debating the latest contract tendering for e-bike hire companies. Attached to the committee documents was an Equalities Impact Assessment, evaluating the policy’s implementation and proposed impact on … Read more