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£2.6m investment in new cycle lane is “misleading” and actually funding road resurfacing for drivers, report suggests
A newspaper in Northern Ireland has challenged the Department for Infrastructure (DfI) over potentially misleading reporting of active travel spending — the government department having told the public that it is spending £2.6m on a cycle lane project, only for it to since emerge that a major part of the supposed “active travel” investment is for “resurfacing of the carriageway”.It … Read more
Pinarello launches F1, the least expensive model in the F Series road bike range at £3,000
Pinarello has launched a new model in its F Series of road race bikes, the F1 coming with Shimano’s 105 (mechanical) drivetrain and WH RS-171 wheelset as standard at a price of £3,000. Yes, three grand is still a lot of money, but the existing F9 is £9,500, the F7 is £7,000, and the F5 … Read more
Check out highlights from Rouleur Live: Canyon, Van Rysel, Colnago, Factor, Cervelo, Bianchi, Fizik…
If you didn’t make it to the Rouleur Live show that ran in London from Thursday until Saturday – or even if you did and you fancy a reminder – here’s a quick look at some of the most interesting bikes and bits we spotted…> 10 cool bikes from Rouleur Live: Trek, Cannondale, Pinarello/Zwift & more Van Rysel … Read more
Chris Boardman tells much-criticised COP summit that cycling’s “superpower” can help tackle climate crisis, marks “first time” active travel “has actually appeared in a major platform” at the event
Chris Boardman made the case for cycling’s “superpower” when he addressed COP29 this morning. However, the panel discussion came after a weekend bookended by serious concerns about the climate summit, notably as delegates were told to “cut the theatrics” and tackle the climate crisis, while a concerning report suggested that over 1,700 coal, oil and gas … Read more
Trek CarBack Radar Tail Light
As well as making you visible to other road users approaching from behind, the Trek CarBack Radar Rear Bike Light alerts you to their presence. While the visibility element works well, I found that the radar on other units I’ve tried works better, especially on winding roads.If you’re just after a rear light, check out … Read more
“This is not a ban on cycling”: Council insists controversial proposal to “stop or limit” cyclists in Birmingham is “merely a reflection of how cycles are used in the city centre”
Birmingham City Council has addressed some of the criticism surrounding a proposed PSPO (Public Spaces Protection Order) to prevent cycling in parts of the city centre. The proposal has been labelled “clumsy, unworkable, and discriminatory” by active travel campaigners, although the council has attempted to allay fears by insisting “this is not a ban on cycling”.The … Read more
Why I can’t wait to be a fully evolved MAMIL
Last week, I spent more time going to a shop to pick up a wheel that I couldn’t get to seal than I did in the saddle. The longest ride I have managed in the last year is 40 miles, and every single day I can look out of my window and see my favourite … Read more
Loop Micro Mount
The Loop Micro Mount is very small, light and almost invisible but will hold a large modern phone solidly.> Buy now: Loop Micro Mount for £39.95 from LoopIt replaces your steerer top cap, with its spring-loaded sides folding and moving outwards to then hold your phone. Available in black or silver, it’s almost unnoticeable on … Read more