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Bereaved partner of rising cycling star killed in collision warns roads are “like a war zone” for cyclists
The partner of a rising star of the Irish racing scene killed in a collision with an oncoming driver at the start of summer has spoken out about the “incredibly difficult” aftermath of her death, and said that even before the crash he saw the roads as “like a war zone” for cyclists.Gabriele Glodenyte, winner of the 2022 Cycling Ireland … Read more
Council insists cycle lane extension will make “popular route” safer, as resident accuses local authority of misleading usage figures
A council has defended a proposal to extend a cycle lane by 270 metres in a project estimated to cost £1 million after a resident accused the local authority of misleading the public about how popular the infrastructure is.Lancashire County Council is currently running a public consultation on the plan to extend the cycle lane … Read more
Altura All Roads Fleece
The Altura All Roads Fleece is a comfortable all-day jacket for cycling and bikepacking that works just as well when you’re off the bike. It has handy features, a casual, stylish appearance and is practical for long days out and warm enough for colder rides. I dived straight in at the deep end, wearing the … Read more
Apidura City Messenger
The Apidura City Messenger is very nicely made, waterproof and comfortable to carry, with the bonus that you can switch the main strap from one side to the other. It’s also practical, with a few pockets and neat little features to help keep your important bits safe, and though it’s not the biggest, if you … Read more
With its (real) gold paint job and one-off spec list this J.Laverack J.ACK really IS the ultimate bling commuter bike
We first spotted this beauty of a bike at last week’s Rouleur Live in London, where it was discreetly tucked in the corner of the maze that is Truman Brewery. J.Laverack as a brand is known for building some lovely titanium bikes – most recently the collaboration with Aston Martin – and this is no … Read more
Reynolds Blacklabel 60 Expert DB wheelset
The Reynolds Blacklabel 60 Expert DB wheels are very fast, stable and fun to ride, though the initial setup was a bit more of a pain than I’d have liked.> Buy now: Reynolds Blacklabel 60 Expert DB wheels for £1,800 from UpgradeOur best road bike wheels buyer’s guide rounds up our favourite hoops from just £500 … Read more
“This is exactly why we set up the Trust” – Geraint Thomas’s charity aims to get thousands of kids on bikes
Geraint Thomas, winner of the 2018 Tour de France, has revealed that the charity he set up in the wake of his yellow jersey success has helped get thousands of kids, many of them disabled or from disadvantaged backgrounds, cycling..The Ineos Grenadiers star launched his Geraint Thomas Charitable Trust after his 2018 yellow jersey victory, and … Read more