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“They’re so bad”: Donald Trump promises to scrap “dangerous” New York bike lanes and “kill” congestion charge
Donald Trump wants New York to “kill” congestion pricing and “get rid of the bike lanes”, claiming that reduced traffic is bad for business and a sign that “people can’t come into” the city.Speaking to the New York Post, the newly elected president claimed “no one’s coming to the city” because of “horrible” congestion pricing … Read more
Velocio Men’s One Jacket
The Velocio Men’s One Jacket is marketed as a do-it-all piece of kit for winter riding, designed for use between 0-10°C. And in spite of being thin I found it impressively warm and incredibly windproof, and while not 100% waterproof its resistance to rain is good for a jacket that isn’t a standalone waterproof.> Buy … Read more
Park Tool’s new wind-up stand could make working on heavy bikes a breeze for less — plus more cool stuff from Madison, Shimano + Pro
We’ve been out in search of cool new cycling tech in Manchester today, more specifically the velodrome at the National Cycling Centre for iceBike, a trade show organised by UK cycling distributor Madison. Of the stuff we’re allowed to tell you about, here are five upcoming releases that piqued our interest while a smattering of Team … Read more
Distracted driver who sent 18 messages on Facebook and Snapchat before killing “clearly visible” cyclist in “wholly avoidable” collision jailed for six years
A driver distracted by her mobile phone who hit and killed a “clearly visible” cyclist in a “wholly avoidable” collision has been jailed for six years and eight months.Sophie Waugh struck Ian Morris from behind on the A6055 in North Yorkshire on the afternoon of 28 June 2023, killing him instantly, and was on Friday … Read more
Electronic braking? Probably not, but shifting that recharges as you ride could be on the way
A patent application by Classified Cycling describes the possibility of a shift system that recharges automatically as you ride – so you’ll never find yourself out of power and stuck in one gear – and also covers the prospect of bringing electronic braking to cycling, which is something that might fill you with dread.We’re always … Read more
Topeak UTF Multi-Mount Pro
The Topeak UTF Multi-Mount Pro is an adjustable and versatile out-front mount. The double bracket does take up a little more handlebar real estate than some, but it’s very stable and secure once fitted.The UTF Multi-Mount Pro has a bike computer mount on top and a GoPro mount underneath. It comes with two adaptors so … Read more