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FoCo Fondo Presented by Fat Tire Announces Elite Field and Livestream for Year 11
Lauren Stephens headlines a deep women’s field as FoCo Fondo returns July 19 with a $15,000 equal prize purse, bolo tie cutoffs, and a live broadcast on YouTube — with ideal weather in the forecast. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FORT COLLINS, Colorado — FoCo Fondo Presented by Fat Tire returns to Fort Collins, Colorado for its 11th edition on July 19, 2026, and with a cooler forecast after a regional heat wave, conditions are lining up ... Read more
Trump’s Transportation Secretary, Sean Duffy, Says Bike Lanes Are DEI – And Cyclist’s Safety Is Not Important
Apparently the Trump administration is just calling anything it doesn’t like “DEI”. With this latest move, the administration is assuming that all cyclists are liberals, and their lives and safety are not a concern. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced Tuesday that his department would redirect $1.73 billion in Biden-era grants away from establishing “DEI bike lanes” to build roads and bridges instead. So, what exactly is a “DEI bike lane?” The Daily Wire pointed to ... Read more
NYC Mayor Mamdani Faces Lawsuit For Relaxing E-Vehicle Law Enforcement – Putting Cyclists At Higher Risk
By: Avid Cyclist Staff – June 30, 2026 NEW YORK – City Councilman Frank Morano, alongside several local residents, has filed a lawsuit against Mayor Zohran Mamdani regarding his decision to overturn a criminal enforcement policy for e-vehicle violations earlier this year. Morano, who serves the 51st Council District, is pursuing the lawsuit in a personal capacity. According to the documents filed in the Supreme Court of the State of New York, Morano stated he ... Read more
UCI announces major regulatory overhaul: Front jersey pockets banned and bike computer sizes limited
The UCI Management Committee has signed off on a series of significant regulatory reforms targeting equipment, rider safety, and the yellow card system. These updates will phase in over the coming seasons, with the earliest changes taking effect next month. by: Félix Serna The ban on front jersey pockets (Effective July 1, 2026) In an immediate move to crack down on aerodynamic loopholes, the UCI will completely prohibit front-mounted jersey pockets starting next month. The governing body ... Read more
Vancouver Island Trails Booby-Trapped: A Wake-Up Call for Cyclists Everywhere
by Stephane Pelletier Troubling reports are circulating online after popular trail systems in the Comox Valley were found booby-trapped with sharp metal spikes. The crude devices, often referred to as caltrops, have reportedly been spotted on the ground near trailheads and multi-use areas frequented by dirt bikers, horseback riders, mountain bikers, and hikers. On June 15, local news outlet CHEK News reported that local rider Eric Roy discovered the hazards while riding near Comox Logging Road on the ... Read more
Empire State Trail: A $1.87 Billion Boost for Local Economies and Cycling Advocacy
by Brian K. Mahoney A new economic impact study finds that New York’s Empire State Trail has become far more than a recreational amenity. The 750-mile trail network now generates an estimated $1.87 billion in annual economic activity, supports nearly 10,000 jobs, and delivers outsized benefits to communities across the Hudson Valley and beyond. Commissioned by Parks & Trails New York (PTNY) and conducted by the Institute for Transportation Research and Education with support from LaBella Associates, the ... Read more
End of an Era: KHS Bicycles Shutters U.S. Operations After 50 Years
By Jeremy Benson On its Instagram page yesterday, KHS Bicycles posted a message informing the public that it will close its U.S. distribution business after 50 years. Founded in 1974 by Wen and Susan Hsieh, KHS Bicycles, known primarily for its mountain bikes, will officially cease operations on May 31, 2026. This announcement does not affect KHS Taiwan, which will reportedly continue to operate as normal. This news comes roughly eight months after Bicycle Retailer ... Read more
Arkansas’ One-Of-A-Kind Mountain Bike Park In The Ozarks Is Opening In 2026
For mountain bikers, there’s nothing quite as luxurious as hooking your bicycle to a chairlift. You don’t have to downshift to an easy gear, grind your way up a slope, or drench your helmet in sweat. Just sit back and enjoy the wooded scenery; the lift will handle the rest. By the time you reach the summit, you’re energized and ready to go — and it’s (literally) all downhill from there. That’s what visitors can ... Read more
Weldtite Launches Weldtite USA
Weldtite, a UK manufacturer of bicycle maintenance products, has announced its expansion, with the launch of Weldtite USA, operated in exclusive partnership with Cycling Supplies Inc. Beginning May 2026, American cyclists will gain direct access to Weldtite’s range of lubricants, cleaners, sealants and repair solutions. British Engineering of Cycling Maintenance Products now available in America The U.S. launch marks a major milestone in Weldtite’s international strategy. The brand’s global momentum has surged in recent years, ... Read more
Team BELLA Returns To The Baker City Cycling Classic To Support And Grow Women’s Road Racing
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Team BELLA Returns to the Baker City Cycling Classic to Support and Grow Women’s Road Racing BAKER CITY, Oregon — The Baker City Cycling Classic is proud to announce the return of Team BELLA for 2026, an initiative designed to help more women experience road stage racing in an inclusive, supportive, and team-oriented environment. Presented by BELLA Mainstreet Market and longtime Baker City Cycling Classic supporter Beverly Calder, Team BELLA is focused ... Read more
