A new 15 million cycling facility in Bristol has received planning permission, but there has been vocal resistance from local residents who say the project risks limiting access while removing community green space. The proposed Bristol Regional Cycling Hub will be built in Lawrence Weston and is set to include a 1km closed-road circuit, a learn-to-ride area for beginners, a main building, car parking and improved links to existing cycling routes. Around 50 residents from the area have submitted objections to the scheme, sharing concerns that the facility would only be accessible to paying users, while increasing traffic in the area and reducing publicly available green space. Mark Pepper, chair of the Lawrence Weston Planning Forum, was among those critical of the development, describing it as a poorly thought-out [and] expensive-to-access council vanity project. A visualisation of the proposed Bristol Regional Cycling Hub. Bristol City Council The criticism appears to reflect a broader tension evident in cycling infrastructure projects. However, despite the objections, the plans have been given the green light by Bristol City Council. Ed Plowden, chair of the councils transport and connectivity committee, acknowledged the concerns and said efforts would be made to address them once funding is secured. That could include key sticking points raised during the consultation phase, such as clarifying access arrangements, ensuring community use is protected and mitigating traffic impact. The hub is intended to serve as a major regional cycling destination, supporting everything from grassroots participation to competitive riding. The site will host a dedicated circuit and training areas that could position Bristol as a stronger player in UK cycling development, alongside cities such as Manchester. The Bristol Regional Cycling Hub project has divided opinion in the city. Bristol City Council However, the decision to enclose the site with fencing and surveillance has added to perceptions among some locals that the space will not feel fully public or accessible. Purpose-built cycling hubs have become increasingly common across the UK, often backed by significant public investment. When successful, they can drive participation, improve safety for new riders and create pathways into racing and club cycling. But as this case shows, balancing those benefits with local accessibility and community integration remains a challenge. Whether Bristols new hub becomes a valued local asset or continues to divide opinion may depend on how effectively those concerns are addressed.

'Comeback 3000' - This is what former American pro Taylor Phinney has called the project in which he aims to return to professional cycling, in order to try and qualify for the 2028 Olympic Games which are set to take place in Los Angeles, United States of America. "NEVER IN A MILLION YEARS could I...

On the 19th of April the men's peloton takes on the first of three Ardennes classics. It is a one-day World Tour race and the most prestigious out of all that take place on Dutch territory. It is the Amstel Gold Race! We take a look at its startlist. The race's first edition was in 1966 when French...

Meet the C72 and the even-more-exclusive C72 La Scala, two beautiful limited-edition bike frames, hand-crafted in Cambiago, Italy

Handmade in Italy and limited to 3,000 frames a year, Colnagos latest C Series bike refines its signature lugged construction with a redesigned chassis, integrated cockpit and subtle geometry tweaks but it doesnt come cheap

Carlos Canal claimed the biggest win of his career on Stage 2 of O Gran Camio 2026, sprinting to victory from a reduced front group after a chaotic finale that also reshaped the general classification. The initial move featuredeight riders, with standouts Sinuh Fernndez of Burgos, Tomas Contte...

The latest collaboration from San Franciscos Ornot is with pro skater Chico Brenes and local artist Ferris Plock. They worked together to create The City Collection, a San Francisco-inspired line that captures the unique experience of navigating the citys challenging terrain.(Photos / Ornot)The collaboration pulls from Brenes unique perspective, inspired by San Franciscos super-unique characteristics. It focuses on how those elements help shape how people move through the citys urban landscape. Whether theyre cycling, skateboarding, or using public transit.The MugLiving here, you learn pretty quickly how to move with the city. The hills, the fog, the microclimates, nothing is flat or predictable. Whether youre on a bike, a skateboard, or hopping on a cable car, you adjust as you go. After a while, the terrain starts to shape you. It changes your route, your pace, and how you move through the streets and into the hills.The City CollectionThis collaboration represents a meeting point between cycling culture, skateboarding, and local art. Each piece is designed to work both on and off the bike, reflecting Ornots approach to creating apparel that transitions between athletic performance and casual wear.All items in The City Collection are produced in limited quantities and will not be restocked once sold out. Lets take a look at some of it.House Jersey in SF PrintRetail: $155Made in USAOeko-Tex approved fabric from recycled contentAdvanced UV Protection Fabric (UPF 30+)Available in Mens and WomensUV Trail Shirt in SF PrintRetail: $78Made in USAQuick-drying, UPF 30, and extremely breathableOeko-Tex approved recycled fabric 85% Polyester / 15% LycraParacord on the back of the neck for hang dryingSewn by hand in CaliforniaAvailable in Mens & WomensUltralight Boxer Briefs in SF PrintRetail: $40Made in USA (sewn by hand in Oakland, California)Oeko-Tex-approved recycled fabric 85% Polyester / 15% Lycra, 115 GSMConstructed with bluesign-approved materialsFlatlock seams for comfortFull gussetSoft waistbandHousemade Cotton Tee in SF PrintRetail: $65Made in USA100% organic ringspun cottonGOTS-certified fabric milled in California186 GSMSewn by hand in the USAAvailable in MensCity Collection AccessoriesRetail: $18 (22oz or 26oz bottle), $27 (two bottles)26oz bottle22oz BottleHandmade mug, natural glaze, and finishDishwasher safeMade in USA BottlesStandard cage-compatible sizingSocks made in the USA from Recycled water bottles \ breathable, quick-drying, and built for long ridesGet more details at the link below. OrNotBike.comThe post Ornot Collabs with Pro Skater & Local Artist to Launch The City Collection appeared first on Bikerumor.

Carlos Canal secured the first professional victory of his career on stage 2 of O Gran Camio, ending a long wait in front of home crowds in Galicia. Riding for Movistar Team, the Spaniard had come close before on familiar roads, but this time converted that promise into a defining result, finally s...

Colnago has launched the latest addition to its definitive C Series, with the C72 said to be a bike that pursues the perfect balance of the elements that define a ride. The C Series has been around since the launch of the C35 in 1989, with each model number reflecting the years since Colnagos founding in 1954. Colnago says the series embodies the essence of the brand and that it introduces a new model when it is time to redefine its own benchmark. For the C72, that means the C Series continues to be handbuilt in Italy, while the new bike gets a suite of new features that bring it in line with the latest road bike trends. Handmade in Italy The bike is handmade in Italy with "meticulous care". Colnago Colnago says the C72 is made in Italy with meticulous care and its production can be summarised in four stages. In Cambiago, the carbon tubes and joints of the frame are bonded and assembled in dedicated jigs before being hand-finished. The frames are then airbrushed at Colnagos facility in Pisa before the final assembly and quality control back in Cambiago. Like its predecessor, the Colnago C68, released in 2022, the C72 is assembled from seven parts. Colnago says this offers a counter to an age when carbon bikes are made with a monocoque construction, and shows performance can stem from craftsmanship, controlled assembly, and the ability to fine-tune stiffness, compliance, and force distribution with precision through modular construction. The frame is assembled from seven parts. Colnago The multi-piece construction also leads the C72 to have its own true design language, where the lugs become a feature of the bike rather than a detail thats hidden. The result is a frame that feels cohesive and refined where every interface is deliberately designed, not simply assembled, Colnago says. Its also a frame that is said to be 30g lighter than the outgoing C68 in a size 485. With the right setup the bike can easily reach a weight of 6.8kg, according to Colnago. But this construction means the C72 is a hyper-exclusive bike, with Colnago limiting production to only 3,000 frames per year. Ride tweaks and frame integration The bike is said to retain its racing DNA, but now has an "all-road soul". Colnago Although Colnago says the C72 maintains its racing DNA, the latest C Series bike shifts towards a less extreme position. Colnago has increased the stack-to-reach ratio so there is more flexibility in how you sit on the bike, with the possibility to assume a more relaxed and endurance-focused position. The new stack-to-reach ratio is paired with a steeper steering angle and a longer fork rake for a more responsive steering action. The new CC.02 cockpit is also said to improve handling thanks to a new curve shape and flare, which enables a more aggressive position and better brake control. Added to that, its 15g lighter than the CC.01 cockpit introduced on the C68. The CC.02 cockpit saves 15g over the previous design and is said to improve handling. Colnago The bike now has bottle cages that run flush with the frame, alongside down-tube storage. Colnago The C72 is said to enhance comfort and control through a redesigned rear triangle and seat area, which improve compliance. The bike can now fit tyres up to 35mm wide for extra comfort. This clearance is an increase of 5mm over the C68, and in line with the latest trends. Colnago goes as far as saying this makes the C72 a road bike with an all-road soul. Elsewhere, the bike has new integrated components. The bottle cages now run flush with the frame and there is a storage box in the down tube, with a storage pouch that holds a mini ratchet wrench, a CO2 cartridge inflator and one TPU inner tube. Colnago says a new integrated seatpost also has a more aerodynamic position. Colnago C72 models and prices The Colnago C72 is available as a frame kit and builds: Frame kit: 6,299 / 5,940 Shimano Dura-Ace with ENVE SES 4.5 wheels: 14,999 / 15,900 Campagnolo Super Record 13s with Bora Ultra WTO wheels: 14,999 / 15,400 Shimano Dura-Ace with Fulcrum Sharq 57 wheels: 13,299 / 14,200 SRAM Red AXS with ENVE SES 4.5 wheels: 16,299 / 1,600 Colnago says availability starts 60 days from ordering. C72 La Scala There is a hyper-exclusive version of the C72 limited to 72 pieces. Colnago Alongside a frame kit and four standard models, Colnago has also produced the C72 Scala, which is limited to 72 numbered pieces and has a price of 22,000. Colnago says the hyper-exclusive bike is inspired by the Teatro alla Scala opera house in Milan, with an "iconic red, gold and white aesthetic. The C72 La Scala has a red, white and gold colour scheme. Colnago You may like Colnago returns to track cycling with its most aerodynamic bike ever Colnago launches raw-carbon bikes inspired by Tadej Pogaars Tour de France Y1Rs The Bugatti Factor One brings hypercar engineering to high-performance cycling and its incredibly exclusive

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