Latest Cycling Stories

The Bike looks like an ordinary bicycle, but helps during rides like an electric bicycle with power assistance and strong pushes like an e-bike. ZAGREB, Croatia, March 6, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Bioplanet today introduced Bike, combining several products into one - a uniquely designed bicycle, an e-bike with a bottom bracket integrated electric motor and pedelec as electric bicycle with power assistance - into one lightweight and distinct electric bicycle. The Bioplanet Bike introduces...

A study by a Simon Fraser University researcher shows British Columbia has much higher traffic death rates than most northern European countries. Comparisons to the safest country, the Netherlands, suggest B.C. could reduce the number of traffic deaths by more than 200 per year. It also found that fatality and injury risks varied by travel mode. “Many studies have shown that overall, considering both potential physical activity benefits and injury risks, cycling and walking are on the...

PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 20, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- A new cycling team has formed with the goal of providing talented young cyclists with the opportunity to compete in some of the nation's most challenging races. Radnor, PA-based Airgas, Inc. (NYSE: ARG) has stepped up to co-sponsor the D3Devo p/b Airgas Cycling Team as they compete in the 2013 USA Crit Champions Series and other select events throughout the US. "On behalf of the Philadelphia community, I am thrilled to share that a group...

HARRISBURG, Pa., Feb. 13, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Governor Tom Corbett announced today that seven Pennsylvania schools will improve walking and biking safety through PennDOT's distribution of more than $58,000 in federal Safe Routes to School Program funds. "A multi-modal transportation system brings many health and environmental benefits to our communities," Corbett said. "We must teach children how to take advantage of these transportation options safely. These investments...

CHAPEL HILL, N.C., Feb. 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Performance Bicycle®, the nation's largest independent cycling retailer, is proud to announce the kick off of its 2013 expansion plans with the opening of five stores in Florida and one in Arizona. The five new Performance Bicycle stores opening in Florida marks the first time the brand has entered the Sunshine State with its full service retail offering. The new Arizona store will be its sixth in the state and fourth in the Phoenix...

Lawrence LeBlond for redOrbit.com - Your Universe Online Motorcycling has been dramatically increasing in popularity for the over-50 crowd for years, with one in four bikers in 2003 being over-the-hill. Along with this surge in popularity, has come a hefty price. A report in the journal Injury Prevention has found that older motorcycle enthusiasts are three times more likely to be hospitalized after a crash than younger bikers. The report found that as motorcycle accidents have steadily...

Stradalli’s new pro cycling team consists of four seasoned pro riders and four developmental juniors. Pompano Beach, FL (PRWEB) January 25, 2013 Stradalli Cycle, the high performance carbon bicycle manufacturer, is pleased to announce the formation of its pro cycling race team. The new team, which has been formed together with the team sponsors Graner Law and Jaco Clothing, is made up of four seasoned pro riders along with four developmental juniors. Leading the team is World Champion...

SOUTHAMPTON, England, January 23, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Cycling has become much more popular recently, especially with the increased coverage in the press, however, as people splash out on new bicycles, are there actually enough resources for cyclists and how can the risk of theft be reduced? Bicycle clothing and accessories website, Cycle Stuff Direct [https://www.cyclestuffdirect.com ], look at these issues. Cycling has had huge exposure in the media over the recent...

green energy uk sponsors new elite cycling team from the CTC. (PRWEB) January 19, 2013 CTC, the national cycling charity is launching a UK-based elite women’s cycling team that will take on a number of big races in the 2013 racing calendar. For more than a century CTC has been actively promoting cycling to everyone across the British Isles, but the launch of the women’s cycling team is a decision to give added support to women’s cycling. Chief Executive of CTC Gordon Seabright...

Their newest Tricycle, the Meteor™ 3-Wheel Recumbent Tricycle, is a Delta-style recumbent trike that includes the classic styling that defines the Trailmate products. Geared for fun, this trike is so easy and comfortable to ride that everyone will be able to again enjoy the simple pleasures of life for exercise, commuting, or for just a nice, relaxing cruise around some natural surroundings. Elberton, GA (PRWEB) January 18, 2013 Rehabmart.com, an online e-commerce company that sells...