The Loire Valley by bike: from Blois to Tours
Around 80 kilometres of river scenery, châteaux and small towns in France. An idea for two unhurried cycling days.
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Yamaha Y-AMT: shift by hand or let the system choose
The mechanism operates the clutch while the rider can still choose when to change gear. How the Y-AMT modes differ.
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Beryl Burton: seven world titles and a legacy beyond the results
Success on road and track later inspired a stage play. A brief look at the British cyclist’s enduring legacy.
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A winter pause for your motorcycle: prepare before parking
Long-term storage takes more than a cover. A dry space, a clean chain and suitable battery charging help prepare a motorcycle for its next season.
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Germany’s bicycle market: fewer new purchases, a bigger role for service
The 2025 figures show slower new-bike sales while workshops and professionally refurbished bicycles gain importance.
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Vespa: how everyday needs became a design icon
Behind Vespa’s silhouette lies a practical brief: simple controls, clean clothes and easier maintenance. A look at design shaped around the rider.
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Green Railways: a slower cycling journey through Vidzeme
Old railway embankments offer a different way into Latvia’s countryside. Plan a manageable day ride with time for Dikļi and Zilaiskalns along the way.
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Elspeth Beard: around the world before GPS
A used BMW, work in Sydney and homemade luggage: the journey behind the memoir Lone Rider.
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Shimano Q’AUTO: automatic shifting without a charger
Electronic shifting is not just for e-bikes. Q’AUTO harvests energy while riding and adapts gear selection to the rider’s pedalling rhythm.
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Wheels and Waves: motorcycles between art and the ocean
The Biarritz festival brings motorcycles, surfing and art together. Artride and the Backyard Project show how riding culture reaches beyond the garage.
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