A summer camp for children aged between 7-10 years old is being hosted later this month by the Skerries Cycling Initiative.The three-day camp will run from Wednesday to Thursday, July 23rd-25th, costs 30 per child, and will take place near the Skerries Community Centre. The camp is for children who already know the basics of cycling.The group said: Skerries Cycling Initiative are delighted to be able to bring this heavily subsidised three-day cycling camp. This camp promises to be great fun for the kids, getting them out in the fresh air and exercising but the best part is we teach them how to stay safe on their bikes.To sign up, see this form.

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The fight for the Maillot Jaune at the 2024 Tour de France is likely to take another turn on stage 7 as the riders take on their first individual time-trial of the Grand Tour.Time-trial world champion Remco Evenepoel starts the day 2nd in the general classification, just 45 seconds behind race leade...

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Its time for our round-up of the most exciting new, nearly new and prototype mountain bike tech from Eurobike 2024.Europe's biggest bike show has left our heels blistered but our hearts yearning for the latest and greatest mountain bike tech.Head to our Eurobike 2024 hub for detailed event coverage, but before checking that out feast your eyes on our mountain bike highlights.Topeak E-Booster DigitalOnce a niche oddity, portable electric pumps are going mainstream. - Nick Clark / Our MediaThe new E-Booster Digital is Topeak's first foray into the electric pump segment, with the brand claiming it can inflate a 700x25c tyre to 80psi in 50 seconds.Pressure is preset using the plus and minus buttons, and Topeak says accuracy is within 2psi.A 600mAh battery takes charge from a USB-C connector with the pumps total weight claimed to be 162g.An extension is required to prevent the pump from melting TPU tubes. - Nick Clark / Our MediaTopeak says the silicone case is needed for heat insulation because the pump generates quite a bit of heat during inflation.A hose extension is used for this same reason TPU tubes dont take kindly to scorching stems.Topeaks SmartHead feature at the end of the device allows for compatibility with Shrader and Presta valves.Magped GravityIf you aren't quite ready to give up on flat pedals but are clipless curious, Magped's Gravity pedals could be for you.Magped has a late prototype of its Gravity mountain bike pedals, with changes to the magnet position compared to the rest of its line-up.Magnetic pedals sit somewhere between clipless and flats, with Magped claiming they reap the benefits of both pedals by increasing efficiency and traction, while still allowing you to release your foot easily.The position of the magnet has been shifted. - Nick Clark / Our MediaThe Gravity pedals are claimed to be more aggressive than Enduro 2 pedals, with the brand saying it has worked with DH riders to tune the pedals.This has seen the magnet position move forward so that the pedal makes contact with the middle of the foot.Orange WhippetOrange Whippet - Nick Clark / Our MediaBack from the dead, Orange had an unreleased dirt jump bike on its stand.The new bike rolls on 26in wheels and is said to have a stable and confidence-inspiring geometry that can take on trails as well as pump tracks.The bike has a zero-stack tapered head tube and the rear of the frame features horizontal dropouts with a built-in chain tensioner.Orange didnt share when it plans to release the bike.Intradrive GD8 PowertrainOrange with Intradrive GD8 Powertrain - Nick Clark / Our MediaElsewhere on the Orange stand Intradrive are showing its electric motor and gearbox built into a Phase MX.The design uses Shimano EP8 mounting brackets meaning it could theoretically fit into any EP8 equipped bike, though the brand says compatibility varies between bike brands.Intradrive says the gearbox has 8 speeds and can churn out 80Nm of torque.Founding Director, Mark Ravilious says he has tried to keep production as sustainable as possible with the majority of assembly happening in Edinburgh, UK.Orange with Intradrive GD8 Powertrain - Nick Clark / Our MediaThe design is not too dissimilar to Pinions gearbox, with the Intradrive offering electronic shifting, albeit with fewer gears.Intradrive says the drive unit weighs 4.5kg and uses a 2.9kg or 3.5kg battery.While still at the prototype stage, the company hopes to deliver a final production model by the end of the year.Evoc knee padsEvoc has two new knee pads on show. - Nick Clark / Our MediaEvoc has launched a new range of knee pads with impact-absorbing technology it has developed to make back-protecting backpacks.Two new pads will be available with the more aggressive enduro-focused variants featuring an abrasion-resistant fabric while the trail version uses a more breathable material.The enduro version has a tougher outer fabric. - Nick Clark / Our MediaThe enduro versions calf strap connects directly to the pad to create a more secure fit, free from fabric stretch.The pads can be removed from the sleeves for washing and silicone strips on the elastic cuffs keep them in place.Hope thru-axlesIf you simply must match everything, Hope now produces thru axles. - Nick Clark / Our MediaBritish-based manufacturer Hope has expanded its range of anodised colour-coded components with thru-axles.If you simply must match everything, Hope now produces thru axles. - Nick Clark / Our MediaThe new thru-axles come in options for Fox, hlins and RockShox forks and a range of sizes for rear dropouts.React sunglassesReacts sunglasses feature a diode on the top of the lens that detects infrared light and actively changes the tint of the glasses as you enter brighter areas.React's photochromic sunglasses can change opacity instantly. - Nick Clark / Our MediaIt does this by illuminating an LCD screen that sits between the two layers that make up the lens.The technology has also been implemented in goggles for skiing.Sinter EliteGold-plated brake pads? Sure, why not. - Nick Clark / Our MediaSinters Elite brake pads are an expression of opulence, with 24-carat gold springs used in the caliper to supposedly aid in heat dissipation.The pads are made from titanium and have a polished finish that can be engraved with your name for a small personalisation fee.The gold plating is claimed to improve heat disapation. - Nick Clark / Our MediaSinter says the titanium is lighter than its l aluminium-backed plate and the design retains more heat in the pad and the calliper, leading to less stress on the seals and other parts of the braking system.Even the retaining screw has been given the gold treatment.SRAM S-1000 Eagle AXS TransmissionSRAM's S-1000 components are designed for OEMs. - Nick Clark / Our MediaSRAMs recent S-1000 Eagle AXS Transmission was on display, with the derailleur supposedly bringing the electronic drivetrain technology to the masses.The drivetrain is roughly equivalent to SRAMs current NX offering and should see significant cost savings.At the moment, the Transmission isnt offered to the public and is only available as original equipment (OE) much like RockShoxs mid-tier suspension forks and shocks.This does mean we should see a host of bikes sporting the drivetrain as new models are released.The design is very similar to SRAMs GX Eagle AXS Transmission, with the battery mounting horizontally and the software using the same cassette mapping technology.Orbea Rise RS Gen 2 AlloyThe alloy version of the rise RS could easily pass for carbon. - Jack Luke / Our MediaOrbea showed its new Rise RS Gen 2 Alloy full-suspension electric mountain bike.The bike features the brand's high-polished alloy that creates an almost seamless finish that could fool even a veteran mountain bike journalist into thinking it was carbon.Geometry figures remain the same as the carbon fibre model and the bike continues to use a Shimano EP8 motor.SL (short travel) and LT (long travel) variants will be available, with the former having 140m of rear suspension travel and the latter having 150mm.

The 2024 Tour de France takes on its first time trial this Friday afternoon. After his stunning performance against the clock twelve months ago, can Jonas Vingegaard put in a similarly impressive display?Having safely navigated the threat of crosswinds and echelons on stage 6, Vingegaard sits 3rd ov...

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Jasper Philipsen's wait for glory at the 2024 Tour de France continues. Three sprint stages down, it's been three different forms of disappointment for last year's Green Jersey winner.On stage 6, the Belgian was doubly disappointed too. After narrowly missing out on the stage win to Dutch national c...

It's not been an ideal few days at the 2024 Tour de France for Lidl-Trek's Mads Pedersen. After crashing hard in the sprint finale of stage 5, a battered, bruised and bandaged Dane was unable to contest for the win on stage 6.To make matters worse for the 28-year-old, he wasn't allowed to head strai...