Cyclocross racing returns to Sandpoint
After a three-year hiatus, cyclocross bike racing returns today. When the U of I property was sold and no trespassing signs were installed, the race lost its location, said Jason Welker, manager of Pend Oreille Pedalers. After previous organizers, including Team Autism 24/7, handed over to local cycling club and trail organization, Pend Oreille Pedalers, […]
Bicycle Garage Indy remembers beloved employee and awaits accident report
Frank Radaker died after being hit by an SUV while cycling to work on Thursday. INDIANAPOLIS — Bicycle Garage Indy employees are mourning the loss of a friend and co-worker. An SUV struck and killed Frank Radaker on Thursday morning as he was cycling to work. “He loved learning, but he also loved sharing,” said […]
U.S. electric bicycle tax credit reaches up to 30% in new proposal
After being cut in half, a proposed US tax credit for the purchase of new e-bikes was reduced to 30%. The move comes as e-bike sales continue to grow, making alternative transportation an increasingly popular option as a replacement for the car. This led several members of the US Congress to propose a tax credit […]
Hage: Bringing Cannondale assembly back to the US ‘makes sense’
WILTON, Conn. (BRAIN) – Dorel Sports chief executive Nick Hage says plans to bring Cannondale assembly back to the United States actually began a few years ago, and with the constraints of the chain of supply currently hampering the industry, the timing of the announcement couldn’t have gotten better. Dorel Sports, the parent company of […]
Bicycle and firearm injuries increased during COVID-19 shutdowns, study finds
A study of four hospitals in major cities found an increase in bicycle and gun-related injuries last year during the COVID-19 pandemic shutdowns. File photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License picture In another example of the cost of the pandemic, a new study finds that there was a significant increase in bicycle and firearm-related injuries […]
King County delays vote on repeal of bicycle helmet law
The King County Board of Health could repeal its helmet law, which data shows is disproportionately applied to communities of color and the homeless. SEATTLE — The King County Board of Health is considering repealing the county’s helmet law, citing unfair enforcement. The board met on Thursday to discuss the measure, which would replace the […]
RSD x SUPER73-RX Malibu unveiled as eye-catching 2,000W e-bike
Super73 is known for its collaborations which have seen its popular e-bikes draw design inspiration from famous brands, sports teams and other cultural icons. After showing off a gorgeous concept bike designed in collaboration with Roland Sands Design last year, the company has now decided to create a limited-edition production version of the eye-catching e-bike. […]
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Street racing has surged during COVID. LA wants to crack down now
Underground street racing has long been a part of LA motoring culture, with boulevards transformed into open stretches of tarmac ready for slick tires, supercharged engine blocks and tuners. Officials noticed an uptick in the early months of the pandemic, when stay-at-home orders made the empty streets of Los Angeles even more inviting for large […]
Community gathers around Austin’s shoe shine and surprises him with a new electric bike
AUSTIN (KXAN) – A head-to-toe dapper, Phillip Wiggins has style and takes pride in looking good when he works. For the past three weeks, he has been out of work after his shoe shine cart and bicycle were stolen. The military veteran started his mobile business “Boots Shoes & Pumps” in 2019 after going through […]
DHL’s downtown electric cargo bikes get a new spark of life
Written by Lauren Lamb on October 19, 2021 Advertisement Electric cargo bikes that went live in May 2020 for a one-year pilot program will remain. Downtown Development Authority chairman Manolo Reyes has approved the project with DHL Express, a delivery and courier company. “The pilot project has been a great success, and I would like […]
The Rad Power Bikes RadCity 5 Plus Electric Bike – CleanTechnica Review
The Rad Power Bikes RadCity has been a workhorse for commuters for many years and recently received a complete overhaul. The new RadCity 5 Plus carries the new Rad Power Bikes design aesthetic forward, with a partially frame-integrated battery, hydraulic brakes and a new paint job leading the charge. They teased us with the new […]
Specialized Bicycle recalls thousands of high-end bikes over safety concerns – NBC Bay Area
Specialized Bicycle is recalling nearly 7,000 bikes sold in the United States last year and this year due to a defect that could cause the bike’s frame to crack, according to a safety notice on the company’s website. The recall, first reported by industry news site Bicycle Retailer, affects all Tarmac SL7 models, the Morgan […]
The hubless wheels of this Tron-inspired Tesla e-bike exude drag-racing character
What do you get when a Tron bike mates with a Tesla e-bike? It must be that stunner designed for straight-line speed. While my analog may not go well with a few, let’s stick with the design aspect of the Dust Tesla concept electric motorcycle designed by Nazar Eisa. Draped in an all-metal finish, the […]
NM Outdoor Companies Help Build Bikes for a Cause
A bike currently on display at Sincere Cycles in Santa Fe was built with the help of several New Mexico cycling companies. The bike will be raffled off in support of RIDE Group, which supports transgender rights. (Eddie Moore/Diary) Several New Mexico companies helped build a custom bike that was raffled off to benefit an […]
VanMoof teases a new high-speed electric bike – TechCrunch
Electric bike maker VanMoof recently raised $128 million in funding. And the company is already using some of that money to develop a completely new product – the VanMoof V. This is a new product in the VanMoof line, a high-speed bike. The VanMoof V is not yet available. Instead, the company teased the new […]
VanMoof V 31 mph electric hyperbike unveiled with two motors
VanMoof has just announced a new model of high-speed electric bike known as the VanMoof V, which will reach speeds of up to 31 mph (50 km / h). The company calls it a “hyperbike,” which makes sense considering it’s faster than any other electric bike available in the US or Europe. VanMoof is widely […]
Stop! California Governor Vetoes Bike Stop and Jaywalking Legislation
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (BRAIN) — California Governor Gavin Newsom vetoed bills that would have allowed cyclists to treat stop signs as yields and repealed jaywalking laws. Both bills have been backed by cycling and pedestrian advocacy groups, including CalBike. The Safety Stop Bill (AB 122) is similar to laws in 10 other states and allows people […]
Sheffield Lake couple donate e-bike to police – Morning Journal
The Sheffield Lake Police Service will have a greener way to engage with the community with a new fully-featured e-bike, thanks to a generous donation from Sheffield Lake residents Joe and Rosa Gee. During an October 6 presentation to the Sheffield Lake City Council Safety Committee, Joe Gee formally presented the e-bike to Sheffield Lake’s […]
Electric bike sales are growing 16 times faster than cycling in general
Sales of e-bikes had grown at an impressive rate in the United States even before the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. But since the start of the pandemic, sales of electric bikes have exploded. Today, the latest figures show that e-bike sales aren’t slowing anytime soon. The latest figures were compiled by NPD and show […]
Team up on e-bike discounts | Local
Pacific Power, economic development officials and local e-bike dealers have joined forces to put e-bikes in the hands of low-income residents in the Corvallis area. Pacific Power provided a $60,000 grant to the Corvallis/Benton County Economic Development Office, which reviews applications and works with bike shops. Benton County residents who qualify for the program receive […]
A woman died of injuries after a bicycle accident | News
A local woman died over the weekend from injuries sustained after her bicycle collided with a dog Thursday night, according to the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office. Detective Lt. Bobby Jones said the incident happened at 2502 Estesburg Road in the Eubank area, where a group of individuals were riding bicycles down the road. A group […]
E-bike sector seems threatened: HMC Group MD Pankaj Munjal
The e-bike sector in the country appears to be under threat in its initial stages following a policy snub, as the e-bike segment is excluded from all major manufacturing and export promotion policies, a senior said. responsible for the industry. The two major central government initiatives – FAME-II and the recently announced Production Incentive Program […]
Tebow and the SEC Nation team miss Florida’s “human bike” celebration
Florida celebrated a trick-playing touchdown last week by creating a human bike on the sidelines. Former Gator Tim Tebow and the rest of the SEC Nation team experienced firsthand how difficult it is to get everyone in place for the celebration after trying and failing to get it right. The impromptu attempt came after the […]
Team Delko wears the iconic “Look 1985” jersey at Paris-Roubaix this year
Team Delko will participate in Paris-Roubaix wearing a specially designed commemorative kit that reflects Look’s Mondrian-inspired logo, with its red, yellow and blue color blocks in black lines. It’s also available to buy…but not in the UK unfortunately. > The story of the classic La Vie Claire jersey, voted best of all time by road.cc […]