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nobody@vox.com(Khabar Bike) — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 21:18:06 -0700

Downside to velib pedal-power boom in Paris

Paris's velib pedal-power boom has apparently led to a jump in bicycle-related accidents and deaths, including those of three riders who were crushed under the wheels of heavy vehicles. More

Most bicycle accidents are preventable, says expert

Most bicycle accidents happen at intersections and are preventable, according to Montreal's Health and Social Services Department director Patrick Morency. More

Specialized offering special Tour deal for bike buyers

Specialized are reportedly offering those who buy their bikes a special deal during the Tour de France which entitles them to up to $400 in free equipment. More

Campagnolo, Specialized adopt Hutchinson Road Tubeless tech

Campagnolo and Specialized have reportedly adopted the Hutchinson Road Tubeless technology by creating tubeless wheelsets for 2009. More

H30 Partners form alliance with Hincapie Sportswear

H3O Partners, a strategic marketing and branding firm, have reportedly formed a strategic alliance with Hincapie Sportswear. More

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nobody@vox.com(Khabar Bike) — Sun, 06 Jul 2008 19:55:27 -0700

Hushovd takes Stage 2 of TdF, Valverde retains yellow jersey

Norwegian sprinter Thor Hushovd (Credit Agricole) took the 164.5km Stage 2 of the Tour de France while Spaniard Alejandro Valverde (Caisse d'Epargne) kept his yellow jersey. More / Photos

LeMond: Pro cycling doesn't need the UCI

Three-time Tour de France champ Greg LeMond is apparently convinced that pro cycling "no longer needs the UCI" and would be better off with a new federation to restore its image. More / LeMond speaks

Steegmans ditches Quick Step for two-year deal with Tinkoff

Belgian sprinter Gert Steegmans (Quick Step) has reportedly signed a two-year deal with Russian Tinkoff team. More

Bicycles more popular than ever in China

Despite the growing numbers of cars in China, bicycles are apparently still popular, especially among commuters. More

Aussie cyclists on 3,700km ride to raise funds

An Australian cycling group are on a 3,700km journey from Broken Hill to Darwin to raise money for the Royal Flying Doctor Service. More

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