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When balloon tyres were first launched about 90 years ago, riders welcomed the over-sized profiles, which could run on lower pressures to give a cushiony feel and comfortable ride on bumpy surfaces. In fact, the appeal was so strong they became the defining feature of cruiser bikes.

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Yamaha, a pioneer in e-bike technology and the first company to launch a commercially available pedal-assist electric bicycle in 1993, has announced it will leave the American e-bike market at the end of next month.

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Britain’s streets are under siege, and it’s not just from congestion and pollution: it’s from drivers repeatedly breaking the law without facing meaningful consequences.

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It helps to invest in a few good quality cycling-specific items. For example, the merino wool used to make this smart-looking cap is hard wearing and has a natural antibacterial property that promises to keep it smelling fresh.

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If the city council's plans succeed, the days of pavement parking in Bristol may be numbered.

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Think of speed pedelcs as the moped reincarnated, minus the petrol but packed with potential to transform longer distance commuting.

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Dutch e-bike makers Stoer have just launched the futuristic-looking CargoX, Europe's first fat-tyre cargo bike.

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HGV off-tracking refers to how large vehicles, particularly articulated Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs) with trailers, take wider turns and move slightly outside their lane when turning. This happens because the trailer doesn’t follow the exact path of the front wheels but rather cuts inside, which can pose a serious hazard for other road users.

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Whether you are celebrating, or commiserating, about the end of British Summer Time this weekend, how about a stylish bicycle handlebar clock to mark the occasion?

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It very much depends on first of all the battery size, and then the weight of the rider, the type of e-bike, how much luggage, and even if the rider is wearing a cape because wind resistance is also a very important factor. And the biggest factor, strangely, is tyre pressure. If tyres pressures are low, you're going to get very low mileage - the drop-off is quite incredible the softer the tyre is. If you're on properly inflated tyres, you'll get a good range. And from an average 370Wh battery, you should be able to get 30-40 miles

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