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New 3D-printed cycling helmet could be ‘safer, lighter and more comfortable’, but researchers admit design still needs more comprehensive testing
“With further development, this technology could lead to a new generation of bicycle helmets that are safer, more comfortable and more customisable.”That is the claim of University of Gothenburg researchers who have this month unveiled an “innovative” new helmet design made with 3D-printed “auxetic metastructures” that offer “better protection” and come in lighter than current products.Not got … Read more
“A textbook example of terrible highway design”: Council blasted after “serious downgrade” at popular roundabout leaves cyclists and pedestrians with no safe route to hospital
Cyclists in Norwich have slammed the council after “improvements” at a busy roundabout have resulted in a “serious downgrade” for the most vulnerable road users, with missing controlled road crossings at blind bends with fast-moving traffic, narrow shared pathways for pedestrians and cyclists, and “counter-intuitive” road access to hospital — all now a feature in … Read more
Has Tadej Pogačar been spotted riding Colnago’s new V5Rs?
The internet rumour mill has been sent into overdrive after pictures of Tadej Pogačar emerged, the biggest name in cycling seemingly riding a mystery bike and sparking suspicions that a new Colnago V5Rs may be coming soon.Images of Pogačar, at a road safety event in Monaco this week, have been shared on various forums and social media sites, the pictures not the clearest but … Read more
“A huge setback for active travel”: Non-foldable e-bikes to be banned from most Transport for London services to “ensure safety of customers and staff”
Non-foldable e-bikes are set to be banned across most of London’s transport networks operated by Transport for London (TfL) services from 31 March to “ensure the safety of customers and staff”, the city’s local government body has announced today.The ban is set to be enforced with the help of TfL’s 450 uniformed officers deployed across … Read more
Hunt Sustain Phase One 4 Season All-Road Disc Wheelset
The Hunt Sustain Phase One 4 Season All-Road Disc Wheelset offers a good balance of performance and durability while adding a sustainability angle into the mix, making it an appealing choice for the environmentally conscious. The wheels are built entirely in Europe using 75% recycled aluminium – 30% from post-consumer sources like drink cans, and … Read more
Campaigners who claim to “support cycle path” actually want major bike lane plan scrapped… to make way for dual carriageway
A proposal to improve active travel connections to enable locals to walk, wheel and cycle for their everyday journeys and to connect to public transport services more easily has been opposed by campaigners who, somewhat confusingly, describe themselves as in “support of a cycle path”… but also in favour of replacing the bike lane plans with an … Read more
Cyclist confronts thieves who stole his bike, gets chased and assaulted but manages to recover bicycle
A cyclist in York was left “shaken” after confronting the thieves who stole his bike from outside a shop — the victim chased, threatened and assaulted by the youths but ultimately leaving in possession of his bike again.The events unfolded on Sunday afternoon (March 23) when, at around 5.50pm the group of youths stole a bike from outside … Read more
The pros’ favourite race wheels just got faster! Vision launches new all-carbon Metron RS wheels
Vision supplies more World Tour teams with race wheels than any other manufacturer, and today, the legendary US innovator is expanding its lineup. The new Metron RS (Racing Series) wheelsets are the brand’s first full carbon models (yep, carbon spokes are here to stay), designed to be faster, lighter, and more aerodynamic than the previous flagship Metron SL range. They’re available … Read more