Cycle fans in Glasgow went crazy yesterday as seven-time Tour de France winner Lance Armstrong invited them, via the internet, to join him on a 60-mile ride in the city. But others could be forgiven for cheering loudly at the news too – namely organisers of Glasgow’s Skyride, which just so happens to be this … Read more
Yesterday it was Glasgow, (well Paisley) today the world as Globe Cyclist, James Bowthorpe felt the Lance effect. No sooner had Lance alerted his 1.7m followers to James’ quest to ride around the world in record time and raise money for Parkinson’s in the process than the Globe Cycle website experienced a surge in traffic … Read more
With various schemes taking place everywhere to try and get people onto their bikes it would appear that, when it comes to getting women on their bikes at least, the main thing that needs to change is the retail experience.Sustainable transport charity Sustrans carried out a recent mystery shopper exercise which revealed a new approach … Read more
The Giant Store Bristol unlocked its doors for business at the weekend – and it’s the largest Giant brand store to hit the UK to date. The store opened in Bradley Stoke and is run by an existing independent Giant dealer. The store will offer customers a high street retail experience and a complete insight … Read more
An increase of anti-social cycling cases in Cambridge is causing concern and has led police to launch a crackdown and hand out penalty notices.Cambridge City Council recorded nearly 900 incidents of anti-social cycling between April and June, up from 689 in the previous three months. Police have launched a crackdown, handing out 27 penalty notices … Read more
Bell’s Metropolis is a smartly designed, commuter lid with some nice detailing made better still by a comprehensive accessory kit adding £20 to the basic asking price.Weighing a very reasonable 320g, the dove grey livery of the outer shell comes complete with an integral peak to shield the eyes from sun; rain and sleet while … Read more
Drivers in Cardiff were yesterday warned they must embrace alternative methods of transport like cycling or face a future of congestion, as the freedom motorists once took for granted to drive quickly into Cardiff at any time and park cheaply will be a thing of the past.Transport consultant Lynn Sloman, a board member of Cycling … Read more
It’s often said that the best way of experiencing and exploring a picturesque place is by bike at your own pace. Well you will be able to on the Isle of Wight next month as the Isle of Wight Cycling Festival takes pace from September 19-September 27.The festival offers cyclists of all levels a comprehensive … Read more
The Minister for Transport in Ireland Noel Dempsey is to provide almost €500,000 for cycle parking facilities in schools and businesses, including €120,000 to 30 private companies, to encourage more people to cycle to work and school. The €500,000, which will be used to provide cycle stand and shelters, is being provided on a pilot basis and may be increased … Read more
If you were driving through Newcastle and Sunderland yesterday and noticed people holding huge boards as you drove past you weren’t seeing things. It was teams from Smarter Choices – and the reason for the demonstrations is to try and get people to leave their cars at home.With major cities in the country trying to … Read more
