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Check out this striking green and gold custom Handsling A1R0evo
The answer from this Handsling A1R0evo’s owner is probably: “there is no such thing”. We’ve been given a sneaky closer look at this customised Handsling ahead of the next month’s Cycle Show in London, so let’s dive into the details of the bike.The A1R0evo is Handsling’s pure-bred stiff and light race bike, and the fully custom-made version we have here … Read more
Gent-Wevelgem leader takes wrong turn and strays off-course – but holds on to win
Marlen Reusser pulled off a spectacular 40km solo effort to take one of the biggest wins of her career at a sodden Gent-Wevelgem today – despite taking a wrong turn in the final five kilometres and veering off-course.Reusser continued her SD Worx team’s dominant spring campaign on a miserable day over the cobbled bergs and … Read more
London’s cycling chief says he was “punched in the face” by cyclist he confronted for not waiting for pedestrian at floating bus stop
London’s deputy mayor for transport Seb Dance has claimed that he was “punched in the face” by a cyclist he confronted for not waiting for a pedestrian at a floating bus stop.The former Labour MEP, whose role focuses on delivering Sadiq Khan’s transport strategy and ensuring that 80 percent of journeys in London are walked, … Read more
Fulcrum Speed 25 wheelset
Fulcrum’s Speed 25 wheels are one of the lightest disc-brake options on the market, designed to improve climbing efficiency and all-round performance. They have the sort of quality that’s right up there with the products in our best road bike wheels buyer’s guide. Employing a low-profile 26mm design, the wheels may not possess the belligerent … Read more
“Raging” motorist mounts pavement and attempts to drive through ‘die-in’ organised in memory of cyclist killed in collision with driver
A “raging” motorist allegedly mounted the pavement and grass verge before attempting to drive through a ‘die-in’ organised in memory of a cyclist killed after being struck by a driver at a notoriously dangerous junction.According to cyclists participating in the demonstration in Sheffield yesterday – which saw dozens of protesters lay on the road to … Read more
UAE Team Emirates pro hit head-on by motorist while training
UAE Team Emirates’ Colombian sprinter Juan Sebastián Molano has suffered concussion and a broken toe, but was fortunate to avoid even more serious injury, after being struck head-on by a motorist in a horrifying collision while training in Belgium.While his team leader Tadej Pogačar was putting on a dazzling display over the Flemish cobbles at … Read more
Retired neurologist says increased weight and acceleration of electric vehicles will lead to rise in cycling-related fatalities unless 20mph speed limits are introduced
A retired neurologist has urged Gloucestershire County Council to introduce 20mph speed limits in residential areas, which he says could save around 30 cyclists and pedestrians from being killed or seriously injured every year.Speaking at a council meeting earlier this week, Gloucestershire resident Dr Paul Morrish said that between May 2019 and May 2021, five … Read more
PRO Bike Repair Stand Sport
The PRO Bike Repair Stand Sport is designed for simple at-home bike repairs. However, I found it held bikes in a position where just about any fettling would be awkward. And it’s not exactly cheap. Have a look at our guide to the best bike repair stands for more options, at various prices.There are a … Read more
Shell UK chairman David Bunch joins Active Travel England board
Shell UK’s chairman David Bunch, who is tasked with delivering the oil and gas giant’s net zero strategy in the UK, has been appointed as a non-executive board member of Active Travel England.Bunch joined Shell in 1997 and, prior to his current role, was the multinational’s senior vice president for retail mobility in Europe and … Read more