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“Post-Covid bike market remains very challenging, particularly for standalone stores”: Long-running bike shop “no longer commercially viable”, closes after 35 years in business

Alpine Bikes — a cycle shop in Aberdeen that has traded for 35 years — has become the latest victim of the “very challenging” post-Covid bike market, the business closing despite “extensive efforts to adapt” as the difficult times are felt, “particularly for standalone bike stores”.In a statement on the shop’s website the news it would be … Read more

Controversial cycle lane wands go viral as furious residents lash out at “blocked” driveways, but local cyclist suggests outrage “overblown” and bike lane bollards only necessary because drivers park in it

In the past week a cycle lane in the Dorset seaside town of Poole made national newspaper headlines after upset locals claimed they had been “blocked” in their driveways by wands installed to segregate the route from traffic. However, the council says it will create a safer environment for people using it, preventing drivers from blocking the bike … Read more

Cycling one short journey a day enough to lower blood pressure, new research finds

New research has further highlighted the health gains that can be achieved simply by switching your mode of transport from something sedentary to cycling, with blood pressure shown to reduce with as little as a few minutes of exercise.The study was carried out by ProPass, an international academic collaboration led by University College London and the University of … Read more

Race with road.cc in the Zwift Racing League!

Zwift Racing League is back! The road.cc Baller Division B team and the Chopper division C team have already racked up one season, and tomorrow marks the start of Season 2, with six races between now and Christmas. And you can get involved! We’ve space in both teams for some extra riders.Zwift has moved over more … Read more

Cool things for chilly temperatures – five wintery items currently in for review from Scribe, TrainingPeaks, Abbey Bike Tools, Moon and JetBlack

With temperatures dropping and days getting shorter, we’ve found five products designed to help keep you riding through winter. These include an aluminium wheelset from Scribe promising year-round performance, TrainingPeaks’ new indoor cycling platform, an affordable direct-drive turbo trainer from JetBlack, front bike light from Moon, and a chain wear tool from Abbey Tools to help you stay on … Read more

Jack Wolfskin Rack Bag

At 22 litres, the Jack Wolfskin Rack Bag is a handy size bag for commuters. It’s comfortable to carry and has a removable lining that makes it easy to clean. The downside is that its lack of adjustability can make it fiddly to fasten and get onto your bike rack – which is disappointing considering … Read more