e-bike

Whatever happened to Yerka, the “unstealable” bike?

A decade after hitting the headlines with its innovative locking system, Yerka’s bold anti-theft design is still evolving

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Stop whining about Lime bikes: they’re currently the jewel in Britain’s diminutive active travel crown

The negative column inches about piles of bikes left sprawled across the pavements of London might dominate - but for all the noise, George makes a case for embracing accessible and affordable e-bikes for all

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First ride: Swytch MAX+ ebike conversion kit

New higher-capacity quick-release battery options with bigger range and USB-C phone charging

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“Canyon’s version of the cyber truck.” Brand’s latest concept bike divides the internet

Canyon debuts a new concept e-commuter, with mixed reactions from commenters

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The modular cycling trailer that can convert almost any bike into an electric cargo bike — plus ‘the future of saddle bags’, new Adidas shades, Chris King’s colourful disc brake lockrings + more

All the hottest new tech from Park Tool, Chris King, Adidas, the weird and wonderful world of crowdfunding and loads more

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“A huge setback for active travel”: Non-foldable e-bikes to be banned from most Transport for London services to “ensure safety of customers and staff”

TfL said the ban will stay in place “until improved product safety measures are in place” with fines of up to £1,000 for cyclists failing to comply, after Tube unions had urged it to impose the ban after some cases of e-bikes catching fire

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Cycle routes “painted on our pavements” blamed as campaigner calls for crackdown on “30mph” illegal e-bikes “before someone is killed”

Labour MP Gill Furniss says she will work with the police to “press for safety for pedestrians” after one activist claimed she experiences near misses involving the illegally modified machines “several times” a week

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Where’s the seat tube? Urwahn updates Softride 3D-printed steel frames with “groundbreaking” technology

Urban and gravel models are available in a design that “elastically suspends the rear wheel and guarantees noticeable ride comfort"

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Ever thought of combining your bike pump and rear light in one? Us neither, but this ‘world first’ will soon be crowdfunding on Indiegogo

Named 'Tiny Bike Pump ACS', this gadget builds on Flextail's other electric pumps and adds in a unique rear light feature

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*COMPETITION NOW CLOSED* WIN! Boost Bike e-bike conversion kit for almost any bike worth up to £995!

If you want to electrify your ride in style, the simple and elegant Boost Bike conversion kit could be ideal for you... and just by filling out the entry form on this page, you could bag one for free!

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