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Pro cyclists who posted racist gesture during race in China asked to teach the “values of cycling” to junior riders

Madis Mihkels and Gerben Thijssen from the Belgian pro cycling team Intermarché-Wanty, who shared racist gestures on social media during the Tour of Guangxi and were subsequently withdrawn and fined, have now made a financial contribution to the team’s junior cycling academy and spent a day with the junior cyclists to teach them “the values of cycling”.In October, … Read more

Turbans can reduce the risk of head injuries in cyclists but not “as effective as helmets”, study finds

The style of turban worn can greatly affect the impact of a head injury amongst Sikh cyclists, and while not always “as effective” as a bike helmet, it can offer “superior” protection in some cases too, a study has shown.Motivated by the lack of research on the safety of Sikh cyclists and how their turbans can mitigate … Read more

Cycplus Electric Air Pump A2

The Cycplus Electric Air Pump A2 is very impressive – considering the price it’s pretty amazing, in fact. While it’s portable if you really hate normal pumps (or CO2), it’s really best suited to the car or shed, where its impressive pumping strength, decent battery life and ease of use make it extremely handy.For other … Read more

“Cyclists with cameras are grassing snitches… motorists with dash-cams are responsible citizens”: BBC radio discussion looks at third-party reporting; “Long-overdue”: Cyclists rejoice at plan for traffic-free Cheddar Gorge + more on the live blog

Cyclists and pedestrians could enjoy traffic-free Cheddar Gorge once a month under new plan

Want to enjoy a traffic-free ride up (or down) Cheddar Gorge? Well, good news, the iconic Mendips road could soon be closed to all motor vehicles once a month as part of a new project to create more space for pedestrians and cyclists.As we noted on our live blog earlier today, the Mendip Hills National Landscape … Read more

Two 16-year-old boys arrested by police in Australia after horrendous hit-and-run incidents saw two cyclists mown down

Police in Melbourne have confirmed that two teenage boys have been arrested, and one of them charged, as the result of an investigation into two shocking hit-and-runs in the city last week, which happened a short time and distance apart and saw two cyclists mown down, footage of one incident apparently filmed from within the … Read more

NiteRider Lumina Micro 650 Front Bike Light

The NiteRider Lumina Micro 650 is a solid and dependable front light. It might have a slightly clunky look, but it’s tough, water resistant and will serve you well as an every day commuter light, keeping you visible and allowing you to ride more safely in the dark.Looking for illumination? Our best front bike lights … Read more

Hunt’s new SUB50 Limitless Aero Disc wheels offer “aero superiority and class-beating performance to weight”

Hunt has introduced a new SUB50 Limitless Aero Disc wheelset which, it says, is the fastest road race option out there in a depth of up to 50mm when fitted with either 30mm or 28mm tyres. With front- and rear-specific hookless rim profiles, the option of unidirectional carbon spokes, and a new ratchet hub design, … Read more

Councillor defends closing park “rat-run” to drivers to promote cycling and address “challenge” of “dominance of the car”

A councillor has urged locals to respect the consultation process and “see how the trial progresses” amid noise and protests from an outspoken group of residents unhappy at the decision to close a “rat-run” through a park in order to promote a safer environment for cyclists and walkers. Councillor Andy Hadley, BCP Council’s portfolio holder for … Read more

Raleigh owner Accell Group to cut jobs and streamline European production to “simplify operations and enhance efficiency”

The company that owns bike brands such as Raleigh, Lapierre and Ghost is to “simplify operations and enhance efficiency” by merging facilities and cutting up to 150 jobs.And while this round of redundancies is, Bike Europe reports, to be solely felt at Accell Group’s Dutch-based facilities as sites are merged and some production relocated across Europe, it … Read more