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“The equivalent of upgrading a single A-road junction”: National Cycle Network set for £104m investment as transport secretary promises to go “hell for leather on active travel” – but campaigners are unimpressed

Transport secretary Heidi Alexander has pledged to go “hell for leather on active travel”, as the government announced that it will invest £104 million in the National Cycle Network (NCN) over the next four years.The funding, described by Active Travel England as a “record investment” in the NCN (the 12,000-mile-long UK-wide network of signed paths … Read more

How to ride massive climbs: Take your cycling up a level with these top tips for tackling mountains and huge hills

Climbing hills is hard, there’s no getting around that. But there are plenty of things you can do to make those long, painful ascents a little easier. Given I recently rode through the Alps and have spent a lot of time riding some seriously big mountains, it seemed like the perfect time to share 10 … Read more

“This isn’t suffering. Suffering is when you lose your little brother on the bike”: Irish champion puts crash-marred worlds time trial into perspective with emotional tribute to teammate whose brother was killed in training collision

Arguably one of the most impressive moments so far of this year’s Montreal world championships didn’t take place during a race or even involve a bike. After a crash scuppered his hopes of a good result in Monday’s U23 time trial, Irish champion Seth Dunwoody has earned widespread praise for the maturity and perspective he … Read more

“It didn’t look good right away”: Leading junior racer struck by driver during time trial training, forced out of world championships

One of the big favourites for the junior men’s world time trial championships has been forced to withdraw from this week’s races in Montreal after being struck by a driver who cut across him during a training ride in the Canadian city.Seff Van Kerckhove, who rides for Decathlon CMA CGM’s U19 development team, was expected … Read more

“Sanctimonious swines”: Talksport presenter accuses cyclists of taking “diabolical liberties” in bizarre rant; “Seriously flawed”: Met Police speedy e-bike checks criticised for lack of rigour; Woman dramatically stops bike thieves + more on the live blog

Ekoi PW8 CrMo Pedals

Something we haven’t seen in a while is a new pedal system. With a low stack height, plenty of float options and claims of aerodynamic and efficiency improvements, the Ekoi PW8 CrMo Pedals sound like the Holy Grail, but I’m not sure the benefits are big enough to warrant the swap from an existing design.The … Read more

“Nobody wants to wear a mask but they can help”: Scientist tells cyclists they should cover nose and face when riding in high-polluting heavy traffic

Cyclists should wear face masks covering their nose and mouth whilst riding on congested roads, an academic has said.The recommendation is due to the heavier breathing caused by cycling, and the subsequently greater inhalation of harmful particulates that could cause damage to several key organs.Jill Belch, a professor of vascular medicine who also co-chairs the … Read more

Council claims more people cycling causing budget shortfall, despite car park income increasing

A seaside council claims they’ve been “very successful” in getting people to walk and cycle, but that the rise has caused a shortfall in their budget.Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) Council report that parking income is around seven percent below budget targets, despite the deputy leader of the council admitting, “the amount of money we … Read more

Boost power and maintain feel: Get the best out of your hydraulic brakes with these handy tips

Filled with fluid, pistons, and seals, your bike’s brakes are pretty complicated things, and like everything, they’ll need servicing every once in a while, especially as they’re vital safety components. Your brake servicing routine should require more than your usual brake bleed, so here are some things you can do to freshen up your brakes’ … Read more

“A sledgehammer to crack a nut”: Campaigners protest Merseyrail’s blanket e-bike ban as train company insists “safety must always come first”

Dozens of cyclists have gathered in Liverpool City Centre to protest the incoming ban on all non-folding e-bikes on Merseyrail trains.The ban, first announced in July and coming into effect in January, means only standard pedal cycles, folding e-bikes and approved mobility scooters and aids will be permitted on the operator’s fleet of trains, serving … Read more