Update: Pirelli extends recall of P Zero Race TLR tyres to USA and Canada

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Tyres manufactured between 10th and 24th week of 2023 included in recall

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Pirelli has extended its recall of the P Zero Race TLR tyres to the USA and Canada.

A recall was first issued in July to tyres in Europe and the UK only, but now Pirelli says 15,000 tyres in the USA and Canada are also affected.

Pirelli published news of the recall on 7 September, stating: “Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact Pirelli with any questions. Consumers are eligible to receive either a full refund or a replacement tyre.”

The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission says Pirelli received a report of rapid air loss, resulting in a minor injury.

Keep reading our original story for which models are affected and how to identify them.

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Sacramento is installing bike lanes to help meet California climate goals. Here’s how it works Read more at: https://www.sacbee.com/news/environment/article278500889.html#storylink=cpy

From SacBee.com

BY SONORA SLATER

Local artists designed the murals that flank a cyclist’s ride down Franklin Boulevard. Community members painted the monarch butterflies, vintage cars and portraits of Hispanic men and women who reflect the area’s deep-rooted Latino heritage. Hungry riders have options: a taqueria or a bakery with cases full of sweet conchas. But on a summer day, the sun beats down, unobstructed by a tree canopy. In fact, there are no green spaces at all. There’s no bike lane, and cracks in the narrow sidewalk make the ride bumpy. Crossing the street is challenging, as few and far between designated crosswalks push cyclists to find a break between speeding cars.

At first glance, Franklin Boulevard seems like the perfect place to commute via bike, as does the rest of Sacramento. The city has warm weather, no snow and a flat terrain. What more do you need? As it turns out, a lot. People in the region are heavily car dependent. More than half of Sacramento’s greenhouse gas emissions, according to 2016 data included in a report by the Sacramento Mayor’s Commission on Climate Change, come from the transportation sector.

Photo by Dário Gomes on Unsplash

 

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Is The Science Wrong? Which Bike Actually Climbs Faster?

ightweight vs aero is one of cycling’s biggest debates, and after all the love we’ve seen for the new lightweight Orbea Orca, it’s time to open it up again! Science says aero bikes are faster, even up climbs, but is that actually true? We’ve called on our resident hill climber, Andrew “The Twig” Feather, to find out which really is the fastest bike for climbing.

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Here are the Best Rail Trails in North America to Explore by Bicycle

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The allure of a long, winding trail stretching across stunning landscapes has an undeniable appeal to cycling enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. North America boasts a plethora of rail trails, once the veins of the railway network, now transformed into beautiful pathways for cyclists and pedestrians. Let’s have a look at some of the best rail trails in Canada and the United States, exploring their unique characteristics, the must-see stops along the way, and how long it takes on average to complete these scenic adventures.

Katy Trail – Missouri

Description: The Katy Trail State Park, stretching across Missouri, is one of the longest rail trail in the United States. It spans 240 miles, following the Missouri River’s path, offering cyclists a blend of history, natural beauty, and small-town charm.

Highlights: Visit the historic town of St. Charles, take a detour to the Katy Bridge, and savor local wines in Hermann. Marvel at the Missouri River bluffs and diverse wildlife.

Duration: The average time to bike the entire Katy Trail is about 5-7 days, with plenty of B&Bs, campgrounds, and small towns for overnight stops.

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Beverly Hills closes gaps in bicycle infrastructure

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Beverly Hills bicyclists might one day have a new way of traveling to West Hollywood, as staff prepares to install bike lanes on Beverly Boulevard that could connect to the neighboring city, transportation planner Jessie Holzer Carpenter said.

City officials will provide more details about the proposed bike lanes during a Traffic and Parking Commission meeting on Sept. 7, and residents are encouraged to give their thoughts in person or by contacting the city at askpw@beverlyhills.org.

The Beverly Boulevard bike lanes were identified in the city’s 2021 Complete Streets Plan because they connect to existing bikeways on North Santa Monica Boulevard and North Palm Drive, and because the street does not have existing parking spaces, meaning that the lanes will not reduce parking, Carpenter said.

Also, the city of West Hollywood is planning to install its own bike lanes on Beverly Boulevard, creating a new link between the two cities, Carpenter said. Beverly Hills is also working to close a “short gap” of bike lanes on Santa Monica Boulevard that would create another inter-city bikeway.

West Hollywood officials approved a contract for a feasibility study on expanding bike lanes on Santa Monica Boulevard.

Beverly Hills officials have been soliciting public input on the bikeway expansions for months, and so far, the feedback has been positive, Carpenter said.

“What we’ve heard so far is a lot of support for the project because it closes that gap in the network,” Carpenter added. “There is no on-street parking on this segment … so it doesn’t remove any street parking. All it does is narrow traveling to provide a dedicated bike way.”

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