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Fizik One-to-One custom 3D-printed saddle

The Fizik One-to-One programme is a glimpse into what the future of bike saddles might look like. It’s not an off-the-peg, one-size-fits-all approach but rather a saddle that is mapped to your body. Yes, it’s expensive, and no, it’s not necessary for everyone, but it has resulted in the most comfortable saddle I’ve ridden, and … Read more

“Nobody should be allowed near a driving licence until they’ve undertaken a comprehensive cycling course”; Lance Armstrong vs Jake Paul; Lapierre bikes back in WorldTour; Bizarre Tour de France betting tale; Festive 500 in one ride + more on the live blog

Shimano Hollowtech crank failures, one year on — how the component giant’s handling of this dangerous debacle is continuing to damage its reputation

It was one of the biggest stories in cycling last year. The world’s largest manufacturer of bicycle components, Shimano, rolling out a recall in the United States and an ‘inspection programme’ in most other territories for its Hollowtech cranksets, which it finally acknowledged after years of speculation that there was an issue with.From the 4,500 incident reports Shimano … Read more

“We could have saved more trees”: Council approves loss of 26 trees to build cycle lane — but “saddened” authority says felling due to residents rejecting reduced road width

A council has confirmed that 26 trees will now be cut down and replaced with 32 new saplings to make way for a cycle lane — and while residents have been protesting against the bike lane, even organising the UK’s largest tree hug and garnering support from Sir David Attenborough, the council has argued that the … Read more

Remco Evenepoel calls for drivers to use Dutch Reach after suffering multiple fractures in dooring incident on training ride

Remco Evenepoel and Belgian Post Group have partnered to launch a road safety programme titled ‘Remco Reflex’ to remind drivers and passengers to use the Dutch Reach when opening their doors to avoid a passing cyclist, after the double Olympic champion was involved in a ‘dooring’ incident with one of the post van drivers.The 24-year-old … Read more

“Pandering to the few that don’t even pay to be on the roads”: New Dutch-style roundabout branded an “expensive disaster area” by drivers – but cyclists say it’s “100% safer” and the “start of better cycling infrastructure” + more on the live blog

Velocite Hyperdrive Ultra 50mm Disc Wheelset

The Velocite Hyperdrive Ultra wheelset is designed for all-out speed, and thanks to the rim profile and aero carbon spokes, doesn’t disappoint. The wheels perform brilliantly, and with such a low weight their responsiveness under acceleration and when climbing is excellent.> Buy now: Velocite Hyperdrive Ultra wheelset for £999 from Velocite WheelsFor more options, our … Read more

“A cycle-hostile road for only the brave”: Cycling campaign slams council plan to introduce bus lanes instead of bike lanes, rubbishes “factually misleading” claim new proposal will still encourage cyclists

A cycling campaign group has spoken out against a council’s revised plan for a road in Bristol, accusing the local authority of “completely missing the opportunity to make the road safer, easier and more accessible for people of all ages and abilities”.Bristol City Council has altered its plans for Muller Road in Lockleaze, the Bristol Post … Read more

Wife of ex-Scotland footballer scores hat-trick as cyclist films close pass, running red light and phone use… but rider left frustrated by “ludicrously lenient” punishment of £255 fine and penalty points

A cyclist has warned it is “almost impossible to get road justice in Scotland” and accused the courts of “poor protection of vulnerable road users” after a driver accepted a fine and penalty points for using their mobile phone behind the wheel, the cyclist frustrated by the “ludicrously lenient” punishment having also been close passed … Read more