Around Lake Būšnieki: eight kilometres between forest and water
Near Ventspils, the Lake Būšnieki nature trail offers a short cycling loop through woodland with a birdwatching stop. It rewards an unhurried ride.
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An e-bike battery’s second life begins at collection
The route from a spent e-bike battery to recycling starts with a retailer or collection point. Bosch explains how valuable materials are recovered.
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A cut on the road: tubeless tires still need a backup plan
Tubeless sealant can close a small puncture, but a larger cut may exceed its limits. A spare tube can help when the damage is more serious.
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Latvian CX Cup: Smiltene and Ozolnieki close the four-round season
The remaining Latvian Cyclocross Cup rounds are scheduled for 25 October in Smiltene and 31 October in Ozolnieki. The best three results count overall.
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Herne Hill Velodrome: from 1891 races to a community track
London’s Herne Hill Velodrome opened in 1891, hosted Olympic cycling in 1948 and returned to local riding after years of uncertainty.
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Keith Bontrager: from hand-built frames to durable components
Keith Bontrager began by building bicycle frames in his workshop. The demands of mountain riding drew him toward component strength and careful material choices.
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Gazelle Electro: an electric bicycle on sale in 1937
Gazelle and Philips put the Electro on sale in 1937. The heavy bicycle shows how early makers tried to combine pedalling with electric assistance.
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Choosing a portable bicycle pump starts with the tire and valve
A portable pump helps only if its head fits your valve and it can reach the pressure your tire needs. Compact size alone does not tell the full story.
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La Véloccitanie: 237 kilometres from canal to Languedoc hills
This southern French route from Seuil de Naurouze to Béziers combines canal scenery, a former railway and wine country. Plan for changing surfaces as well as distance.
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European cycling survey: revenue steadies while stock still weighs
In an industry survey, 69% of respondents expected 2025 revenue to match or exceed the previous year, yet many businesses still reported pressure from excess bicycle stock.
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