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Allowing “speeding” cyclists to ride on “struggling” high street would lead to “carnage” and “frighten” elderly, say traders opposed to lifting cycling ban in pedestrianised shopping area

Plans to allow two-way cycling on a pedestrianised shopping street – which local cyclists argue would provide a “great boost” to a “struggling” area which is “ideal for cycling” – have been opposed this week by local traders, who say the proposed trial will lead to “carnage” and health and safety concerns for elderly shoppers.Oxfordshire … Read more

A more sustainable future for the bike industry? Hunt introduces recyclable carbon fibre to new gravel wheelsets and plans to implement tech more widely “over time”

Wheel manufacturer Hunt has announced its latest gravel wheelsets will be made using fully recyclable carbon fibre.The performance wheel brand said its H_Cyclo technology will be used in its updated 40 Carbon Gravel Race wheels and an all-new dynamo-equipped 40 Carbon Gravel Dynamo wheelset, something Hunt says is “the next step in reducing environmental impact … Read more

Average cycling distances in England fall to lowest levels in a decade: Government urged to deliver on active travel promises as think tank expert slams transport system as “broken and stacked against poorest in society”

Just a week on from newly appointed Transport Secretary Louise Haigh pledging to invest “unprecedented levels of funding” in cycling and walking, as well as developing a new road safety strategy, think tanks and campaigners have urged the Labour government to act quickly on their active travel promises after official figures revealed that distances cycled … Read more

Ekoi Monochrome Jersey SS Black

The Ekoi Monochrome Jersey SS Black is light, super-stretchy and has a racy, aero fit. Its wicking and breathability make it great for warm, sunny days (hah! Remember those?!) when its UV50 fabric will also help. It’s comfortable too, with the stretch of the fabric accommodating the fuller figure without it ever feeling compressive or … Read more

Councillor calls for signage to deter cyclists at historic landmark after being abused for pointing out no cycling zone to mountain bikers, amidst reports of anti-social behaviour and “existential threat” to site from damage caused by riding

Following reports of anti-social behaviour and abusive language towards visitors, including a councillor who felt that he was threatened after pointing out to three men they couldn’t ride their bikes on British Camp in Malvern, calls to install clear signage to deter cyclists have been made, amidst concerns about damage caused by cyclists riding atop … Read more

Pas Normal Studios Solitude Socks

The Pas Normal Studios Solitude Socks are impressively lightweight and breathable for the hottest days. They are great quality and very comfortable, but you do pay rather a premium.For more options at a variety of prices, check out our buyer’s guide to the best cycling socks.> Buy now: Pas Normal Studios Solitude Socks for £18 … Read more

“World-first” prosthetic arm for cyclists developed with help of GB Paralympians

A collaboration between a prosthetics innovator and GB Paralympians has seen the creation of a “world-first” prosthetic arm to assist riders’ performance and solve “many of the problems commonly faced by para-cyclists when tackling longer distances and hill climbs”.The idea was inspired by amateur cyclist Sarah Fisher, the prosthetic being named the Sarah Pro, and was … Read more