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The history of the Strida folding bike, one of the most unusual city bikes ever made
In the world of folding bikes, the Strida stands out as a unique and innovative creation. Designed by UK engineer and designer Mark Sanders, this portable, belt-driven folding bicycle has evolved over the years around the ‘A’-shaped, collapsible frame. Here we take a little delve into the history and peculiar design features of this bike. Over the … Read more
Is another supply chain crisis about to hit the bike industry? Container shipping rates surge amid unrest in the Red Sea
The struggling bike industry looks set to face another gruelling headwind as it begins 2024, with the recent spate of attacks by Houthi rebels on commercial vessels in the Red Sea prompting an increasing number of firms to pause shipments through the key international trade route and container prices to soar, potentially leading to further … Read more
Near Miss of the Day 885: Cyclist accuses police of lack of transparency after “life-threatening” close pass by taxi driver towards oncoming car
A cyclist has accused the police and local council of lacking transparency and not taking “enough action” against dangerous drivers who threaten the lives of vulnerable road users, after the authorities failed to provide details on the specific action taken against a taxi driver who committed a “life-threatening” close pass on the cyclist towards an … Read more
Raleigh confirms redundancies and Nottingham headquarters move in “very difficult decision”
The expected job cuts and restructuring process at Raleigh’s headquarters in Nottingham have been confirmed by the iconic British bike manufacturer’s parent company, while the firm’s parts and accessories business is set to close and responsibility for warehousing and logistics transferred to a third party.The redundancies were first touted in November, when Raleigh’s Netherlands-based parent … Read more
Lauf Úthald
The Lauf Úthald is either a strange outlier in the constellation of road bikes, or a portent of things to come. I’m certainly hoping it’s the latter. If you like to have a fast bike in the shed but you’re not a racer, then the Úthald has a lot to recommend it. Pretty much everything … Read more
Cyclist in court for kicking out at police officer who stopped him riding bike on city centre shopping street
A cyclist has apologised for attacking a police officer who attempted to stop him riding his bike on a busy pedestrianised shopping street in Dublin, leading to the father-of-one being pepper-sprayed during the altercation.45-year-old Thomas Connell kicked out at a garda during the “out of character” scuffle which ensued after he was stopped while cycling … Read more
Orange Bikes set to appoint administrator – weeks after folding racing team citing bike industry “uncertainty”
Following a turbulent and challenging 12 months for the UK cycling industry, 2024 has begun with the ominously troubling news that Orange Bikes has issued a notice of intention to appoint an administrator – just weeks after the popular Halifax-based off-road specialist announced that it was winding down its Orange Factory Racing outfit due to … Read more
Retired pro cyclist slams “homicidal maniacs on the road” after driver says he’d “ram” him for passing cars in traffic
Former professional cyclist Phil Gaimon has urged “sane motorists” to be aware of “homicidal maniacs on the road” threatening the safety of vulnerable road users, after one driver responded to a video showing Gaimon and a group of friends riding past slow-moving traffic on a Californian motorway by warning the cyclist that he would “turn … Read more
Lusso Women’s Perform Winter Jacket
Lusso’s Women’s Perform Winter Jacket is the most recent offering from the Manchester-based clothing company. It’s perfectly suited to cold, damp days in the saddle and doesn’t need a huge number of supporting layers to keep you toasty warm. Encouragingly, fabrics are recycled and PFC/PFAS-free, while the packaging is recyclable too. Some bright colour options … Read more