Latest Utility cycling Stories

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...

A new InStep Sierra Double Bike Trailer review has been published to Bicycletrailers.com, containing important product details and other helpful information about the double bike trailer. (PRWEB) August 12, 2012 A new InStep Sierra Double Bike Trailer is now available at BIcycletrailers.com, the online bike trailer retailer recently announced. The site recently published a new InStep Sierra Double Bike Trailer review for parents who are looking for details and helpful information about...

LONDON, July 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- As the number of London cyclist fatalities in 2012 climbed to nine following another two deaths in the space of just over a week, a legal expert has demanded urgent action to address road safety issues for the capital's cyclists. A man in his 30s became the latest casualty after colliding with a car in Croydon last week - the ninth cyclist to die in London so far this year and the second so far this month following the death five...

Vast differences in cycling cultures have been found in UK cities; for some cycling is a traditional transport accessible to all while for others it is a new edgy, urban subculture according to recent findings from a research project funded by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC).  "We wanted to find out what British cycling cultures were like, what supported them, and what local and national factors continue to exist as barriers", says Dr Rachel Aldred from the University of East...

SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 31, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Whether you are traveling around campus, downtown, or you are on vacation halfway around the world, having a bicycle makes the trip more enjoyable. Until recently, traveling with a bicycle has been less than practical. Most bicycles are large, cannot carry much, are expensive to ship, and are prone to theft. With the introduction of the VeloMini folding electric bicycle and the new T-1 folding bicycle trailer/luggage, traveling with a bicycle has...

According to many of the dads, moms, wives, husbands, daughters, sons, girlfriends and boyfriends doing the buying this season, it's a bright yellow cycling jersey with a message on the back that reminds motorists to give their loved ones at least 3 feet clearance when passing from the rear. Tallahassee, FL (PRWEB) December 8, 2010 What's the perfect Christmas gift for your loved one who happens to be a cyclist? According to many of the dads, moms, wives, husbands, daughters, sons,...

SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 11 /PRNewswire/ -- Mission Workshop, a San Francisco-based company that creates bags, clothing, and shoes for urban cyclists and world travelers alike, has opened their new European base of operations in collaboration with London's handmade bike builders, 14 Bike Co. The newly-forged space is a rebirth of 14 Bike Co's original East London retail space located in the Old Truman Brewery. The new space will carry the complete Mission Workshop product line and the full...

COPENHAGEN, June 16, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- There is an increasing trend towards more urban cycling. Cycling is already playing a vital role in tackling the global problems of congestion, obesity and climate change. Copenhagen the city of cyclists will 22-25 June be hosting cycling experts, professionals and urban trendsetters from all over the world for a global Velo-city Conference. International cycling conference in Copenhagen 2010 The conference Velo-city Global 2010 is...

The Prairie du Chien (Wis.) City Council finds itself in a bit of quandary over a project that would spend $8.75 million to place roundabouts at three of the city's intersections. A handful of council members support going forward with the project. A vocal group of community members hates the idea. The mayor wants to halt the roundabouts measure. Some are calling for a referendum on the issue. Some want the supporting council members recalled. And no matter what happens, it is going to cost...