Pinarello will supply Team Sky with their bikes for the next three years. Team Sky and the Italian company today announced that they have signed a technical partner deal that will see Pinarello supply the new team with frames, forks, seat posts and headsets.Commenting on the new agreement, Dave Brailsford, Team Principal for Team Sky, … Read more
Lance Armstrong will compete in the in the 2011 Ironman World Championships in Kona, Hawaii, according to his coach Chris Carmichael. Carmichael was speaking in Kona as he was there for the 2009 World Championships this weekend, on a video posted on EveryManTri.com.Carmichael said in the video that everyone had been asking him whether Armstrong … Read more
Coming to the Cycle Show this weekend at Earl’s Court? Then make sure you pop in and say hello! We’re on stand D5 (next to the kids test track). There’s an inflatable sofa to rest those weary legs (no sharp objects please!), a telly showing Cyclefilms‘ Italian Job DVDs, Marina and the girls from the … Read more
Thousands of cycling fans are expected to enjoy top-class professional and amateur cycling this Sunday at Derby’s Moorways Stadium, which is hosting the second round of the British Cycling National Trophy Cyclo-Cross series. The international cyclo-cross event, which will involve racers at Moorways tackling laps littered with obstacles, is part of a six-race series held … Read more
It’s not just cycling retailers who are seeing a rise in sales as people change to pedal power. The holiday and travel industry is also benefitting. Exodus, the UK’s leading operator of worldwide cycling holidays has just launched their new brochure for 2010 with nine new cycling trips and three long weekend two-wheeled adventures.More and … Read more
Cyclists in Chorley have one last chance to give their bikes a service before the winter. If a bike is a bit poorly they can call on the Chorley bike doctor for a free expert diagnosis. The surgery was due to close for the winter season in September, however, due to its popularity, an extra … Read more
We’re busy blowing up the inflatable sofas on our stand at the Cycle Show. If you’re coming to Earl’s Court this weekend don’t forget to come and say hello: we’re on stand D5. We’ve got T shirts for sale and stickers to give away, come and fill your boots!So what’s new at Cycle 2009? Well, … Read more
A cycling campaign group has expressed concern over the Conservative government’s refusal to fund any more fixed speed cameras following an announcement from Shadow transport minister Theresa Villiers to her party conference.The ban would include average speed cameras on urban roads, which are arguably the most cost-effective means of enforcing 20mph limits. Their prohibition would … Read more
British based bicycle manufacturer Raleigh is set for a dramatic comeback to the world of European racing. The iconic cycle brand has announced its return to professional cycling sponsorship, and will launch a racing team called Team Raleigh next year.The team has high ambitions, with the goal of competing in the Tour de France in … Read more
It has been a long and ardouos last few months. Cycling and work and work and cycling.After one or two knocks caused by falling down the stairs I am happy to say that my season is coming to an end and I will be having a nice rest to paint the house and start thinking about … Read more
