Which is the best width of tire for your gravel bike? 40? 45? 50?! We’re here to find out! We’ve got three pairs of Pirelli Cinturato M tyres set up on three pairs of Vision Trimax AGX Wheels, each with different tire widths. Which one will be the fastest?!
From Road.cc
More and more people are recording their rides, and most police forces run web portals for you to submit your footage of poor driving and bad behaviour. The head of road safety at Nextbase — the dash cam manufacturer that runs the National Dash Cam Safety Portal used by many police forces — revealed that submissions had increased by 25 per cent since the Highway Code changes of January 2022. If you want to help make the roads safer for everyone by reporting bad driving, here’s our handy guide to the types of cameras you can get, how and where to fit them, and what to do with your footage if you need to report an incident.
We’re not worried about making cinematic epics here: an on-bike camera’s job is to provide evidence of a close pass or other incident, and to capture the number plates of the vehicles involved. There are many different cameras that can achieve that. We’ve reviewed a stack of them.
It’s fair to say opinions on visiting Los Angeles are mixed.
For many, the sun-soaked city is an epicentre for creativity and glamour, thriving on diversity and opportunity. Known for its iconic palm tree-lined streets, world-famous entertainment industry and year-round sunny weather, the City of Angels offers a dynamic mix of cultures and lifestyles.
From the glamour of Hollywood to the serene beaches of Santa Monica, there is something for everyone.
On the other side of the scales, Los Angeles can be a challenging place to live. There is a perception the city is covered in a thick haze of pollution year-round, while the notorious traffic and long commutes make gridlock a daily frustration for many.
The sprawling nature of LA can make it feel disconnected, while the high cost of living, especially housing, puts immense pressure on people trying to make ends meet. Not for nothing is Los Angeles home to Skid Row, one of largest stable populations of homeless people in the United States.
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After Tadej Pogačar became just the third rider ever to achieve the “triple crown”—winning the Giro, Tour, and World Championships in one season—we’re diving into his training secrets! He recently revealed them openly on Peter Attia’s podcast. Spoiler alert: His power stats are unbelievable. 🤯 Plus, we’ve got news on how you could get paid for providing leads to the UCI about cheating in pro cycling, a hack/bodge using a diaper, and much more!
From Abc.net
Raj Phanden, better known as Cycle Baba, has cycled about 130,000 kilometres across more than 100 countries, all in the name of sharing his message about eco-friendly living.
His project “Wheels for Green” saw him start in his hometown of Bhuna in India in 2016. Since then, the former doctor has presented more than 1,000 seminars and helped plant more than 100,000 trees worldwide, in addition to his cycling.
Sharing his travels on social media and YouTube, he is now one month and more than 2,000 kilometres into his journey across Australia, starting in Perth.
“It’s just symbolic, riding around the world for environmental awareness,” Dr Phanden said.
“The bicycle is the only [mode of transport] that is carbon-free; I’m not using any fuel or any other resources.”
From StrongTowns.org
The logic by proponents of bike infrastructure goes like this: If more people use a bike rather than take a car, then there will be fewer cars on the road, causing less congestion.
On the other hand, folks who oppose bike lanes say that by taking space away from vehicles, the bike lanes actually cause congestion.
So which is it? I’ve been pondering this for some time, and I’ve come to the conclusion that asking whether bike lanes reduce congestion is the wrong question.
This might sound counter-intuitive, but bear with me: Most of us think of congestion as a scourge that must be eliminated, but there’s a different way to look at it.
Congestion is a byproduct of people getting to places they want and need to go. A recent Transportation for America report put it this way:
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Is the gravel bike truly the one bike that can do it all? They’re amazing, no doubt! But even still, the big question everyone wants answered is: how much slower is a gravel bike compared to a road bike? And importantly, will you be able to keep up with your mates on road bikes?
From USNews.com
Finding a bike is challenging no matter your gender or sex. There’s a lot to consider when it comes to fit, saddle, frame geometry, components, and more. Julie Gabay, owner of Pacific Cycling & Triathlon in Stamford, Connecticut tells U.S. News 360 Reviews that “most brands have shifted away from women’s specific bikes, focusing instead on creating unisex models that accommodate a wider range of riders and promote inclusivity. Manufacturers are prioritizing bike fit over gender-specific designs.”
Ideally, the right bike will fit well from the start, but don’t be afraid to modify your bike with handlebars or a seat that better suits your anatomy. As a female cyclist and triathlete, I have plenty of experience looking for the perfect fit, but for this article, I’ve also consulted competitive and recreational cyclists, as well as accomplished cycling coaches, to help determine exactly what women should look for in a bike.
We invite you to our first Safety Spotlight Tour. In honor of Clean Air Day, we want to take you on a ride to showcase a few cool improvements that were installed this year that make our streets safer.
But first, join us for a social coffee hour at 9 a.m. at Adams Square Mini Park across the street from Kafn, a cool and hip coffee shop with fantastic drinks! Dont forget your reusable mug. During social hour, we will be giving away FREE bike lights, and reflective straps and stickers (while supplies last) to help you navigate the streets of Glendale safer.
At 10 am, we will roll out for what will be about 7 miles round trip that includes stopping at 3-4 destinations along the way and we anticipate being back at Kafn around noon. Here is where we are headed:
1. Adams Square Mini Park intersection improvements
2. N. Brand Demonstration Project
3. Pelanconi & Kellogg intersection improvements
4. San Fernando Road new bike lane
5. (optional TBD) Glendale Narrows Riverwalk
What are the absolute must-haves and top tips for traveling with your bike? Between Ollie & Alex, they’ve racked up over 30 years of experience flying, building, and riding bikes around the world, and today they’re sharing their advice! This week in HOT tech: an oversized pulley wheel system that requires proof your bike is good enough for it, an even more expensive 20th-anniversary CeramicSpeed OSPW, titanium mudguards, and a more affordable titanium all-road bike. Plus, some chat about the UCI World Championships time trial!
