Controversial cycle lane ‘opposed’ by David Attenborough to go ahead after extremely narrow vote – as council says trees at centre of heated row are only being felled as “last resort”

Controversial plans for the final phase of a cycle lane project in Coventry, the subject of months of local outrage, protests, and an unlikely intervention by Sir David Attenborough, are finally set to go ahead – just – after a council committee approved the proposals by five votes to four.Earlier this week, members of Coventry … Read more

Galibier GrandTour Optics Black – Red Contrast Plasma

The Galibier GrandTour Optics Black – Red Contrast Plasma sunglasses are very light and their excellent large lens has great clarity and a wide field of vision. They also look good, they’re very comfortable – their weight means you barely notice you’re wearing them – and they’re sensibly priced.> Buy now: Galibier GrandTour Optics Black – Red … Read more

“Mickey Mouse” wiggly cycle lane branded “Balamory from hell” set to be removed next month – to be replaced by loading bays, car parking, and vehicle access

One of the more controversial active travel schemes of recent years is finally wobbling to its inevitable, costly conclusion, with work set to begin next month to reverse a much-derided seafront cycle lane and “wiggly” road layout which campaigners claimed made the town the “laughingstock of the nation”.Throughout 2023, North Somerset Council’s changes to Clevedon’s … Read more

“It can’t just be about medals”: British Cycling under fire for “disgraceful, sexist” failure to send elite women’s squad – including national champion Xan Crees – to cyclocross world champs, but governing body says omitted riders failed to meet criteria

British Cycling’s decision to not select any riders in the elite women’s and men’s U23 categories, including recently crowned women’s national champion Xan Crees, for next weekend’s UCI cyclocross world championships in France has led to scathing criticism of the governing body, as fans and ex-riders branded the omissions “short-sighted” and “sexist”.Crees’ team Spectra Racing … Read more

Moon Helix Sense 450lm

The Moon Helix Sense is a sleek and innovative rear light that offers excellent brightness for day and night riding, with good side visibility. It is packed with super-smart features – including a braking sensor and park function that will turn lights off when you’ve stopped moving for a while. And it comes with an … Read more