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An electric bike pilot scheme that has received more than £1 million of funding from the Welsh Government is already helping local residents to swap their car for a bike in communities across Wales. The electric bike loan scheme, run by Sustrans, offers a range of battery-assisted electric bikes for …

South Western Railway (SWR) has completed six cycle parking schemes at stations across the BCP and Dorset council areas. Customers using Weymouth, Dorchester South, Wareham, Parkstone, Bournemouth and Gillingham railway stations will now have access to new facilities. As part of the projects, which were funded by the DfT as well …

Halfords has announced its trading performance for the 20-week period to 20th August, with cycling down 22.8% LFL compared to FY21. “The first 20 weeks of FY22 delivered a strong trading performance against a hugely challenging backdrop,” said Graham Stapleton, chief executive officer. “Our motoring business now represents 65% of …

This month, we take a look at the latest cycle lights from some of the leading brands in the sector, including Ravemen, Knog, Lezyne, Pulse, Oxford, Moon, Kryptonite, LifeLine, CatEye, Exposure Lights, SP Dynamo, Blackburn, Cube, BBB, Hiplok, Topeak and Supernova ...

VAAST Bikes has revealed the latest addition to its bike range, the E/1. The E/1 takes VAAST bikes in a ‘brand new direction’. “Built to empower practical, sustainable and fun living, the E/1 is the multi-purpose urban adventure e-bike,” said a statement. “Whether carrying cargo or riding solo, the latest …

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Independent store to pull advertising support after editor pens pro-hate column against cyclists