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Michelin Power Protection Tyre
The Michelin Power Protection TLR tyres are durable, grippy, and – unless I’ve just jinxed it – very puncture proof. They’re ideal for anyone who wants a hardwearing but grippy tyre for day-to-day training and general riding – especially if you can find them for less than their RRP.For more options, check out our guide … Read more
Wattbike releases two new sub-£2k indoor bikes, the Proton and Air, just in time for the off-season
The British indoor exercise bike brand Wattbike has introduced two new models; the Wattbike Proton and the Wattbike Air. Both are priced under £2,000, making them the least expensive in the current Wattbike range.Interestingly, the two bikes are aimed at slightly different audiences. The Proton is for “serious indoor racers and cyclists” at £1,795, while the Air at … Read more
Cyclist frustrated by police inaction after being “nearly killed” by lorry driver, as rider told he was in “blind spot” and driver in company vehicle can’t be traced
A cyclist, who narrowly avoided being hit by an HGV driver who pulled out in front of the rider at a junction on Friday evening, has expressed frustration with the police’s inaction and suggested Leicestershire Police “have shrugged it off” and claim to be unable to trace the driver of a company-branded vehicle.Sharing footage of … Read more
Five cool wheel upgrades coming soon from Mavic, Giant, Cadex, Syncros and Miche
We’re bringing you all things wheels in our latest round-up of cool stuff we’re testing right now, with some of the finest carbon, gravel and alloy options on test. Although investing in a new set of road bike wheels may seem like a big old investment, we think for most cyclists it will be worth it… plus, you can … Read more
Cyclist ordered to pay £500 for riding through town centre, as councillor insists cyclists “who have not followed rules” will be “rightly punished”
The latest chapter in the long-running cycling ban saga in Grimsby has seen another cyclist ordered to pay more than £500 after being caught riding a bicycle through the town centre.It concerns a controversial Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) enforced by North East Lincolnshire Council as a crackdown on “anti-social behaviour”, with more than 1,000 fines … Read more
15-year sentence for drug dealer who killed cyclist while speeding at 60mph in 30 zone
A drug dealer who hit and killed a cyclist as the “reckless and dangerous” driver sped through Ipswich at 60mph, double the speed limit, has been jailed for 15 years after being found guilty in court.James Ashman denied causing death by dangerous driving but was convicted by a jury at Ipswich Crown Court, the drug dealer … Read more
