Tag: Cycling
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Oakley Meta Vanguard review: AI running glasses with powerful Garmin integration
Introduction The Oakley Meta Vanguard represents a new era for smart eyewear in sports. Designed as displayless AI glasses for runners, cyclists, and action sport enthusiasts, they promise deep Garmin and Strava integration without the distraction of a traditional screen. This Oakley Meta Vanguard review examines whether these glasses finally deliver on the hype and…
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Oakley Meta Vanguard review: AI running glasses with Garmin power
Introducing Oakley Meta Vanguard: The Smart Glasses Built for Sport Oakley’s Meta Vanguard aims to be a practical leap forward in wearable tech for runners, cyclists, and action sports enthusiasts. Moving away from flashy displays and towards intelligent, assistive features, these displayless AI glasses promise seamless Garmin and Strava integration. The question for athletes has…
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Shimano’s Rarest Crankset Sells on eBay for a Staggering Sum
Introduction: A Piece of Cycling History on the Auction Block In the world of cycling memorabilia, a single item can symbolize an era. Recently, eBay again proved this point by listing Shimano’s rarest ever product—a pristine crankset that has collectors buzzing and the market predicting a new price ceiling for vintage components. While Shimano is…
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Fit older male cyclists face these hidden heart risks — and why riding still matters
Why cycling remains beneficial for older adults Regular cycling is widely recognized for its cardiovascular benefits, from improving heart health to aiding weight management and mental well-being. For many older adults, cycling is a low-impact way to stay active, support joint health, and maintain independence. Yet, like any high-endurance sport, long-term, high-intensity cycling can introduce…
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Fit older male cyclists face these hidden heart risks – here’s why that shouldn’t put you off riding
Introduction: Riding strong, with mindful heart health Exercise remains one of the best medicines for aging bodies. For many older men who cycle regularly, the benefits are clear: better stamina, healthier weight, sharper mood, and a lower risk of chronic disease. Yet long-term, high-intensity cycling can reveal hidden risks that merit attention. This article breaks…
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Fit older male cyclists face these hidden heart risks — and why that shouldn’t put you off riding
Understanding the paradox: great shape, hidden risks Exercise is a powerful medicine, especially for staying healthy as we age. For many older adults, cycling offers cardio fitness, joint protection, and mental well-being. Yet, when cycling is pursued at high intensity for many years, the heart can bear hidden strains. This isn’t a reason to abandon…
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Video exposes glaring problem with $18.5m Aussie cycleway three months after opening
New inquiry into an $18.5 million cycleway A newly circulated video is drawing attention to significant issues with a high-profile inner-Sydney cycleway project. Lauded by many as a bold step toward safer, greener city streets, the $18.5 million cycleway now faces scrutiny just months after it opened to the public. The footage suggests that what…
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Video exposes glaring issues with $18.5m Aussie cycleway just three months in
Overview: A high-profile cycleway under the lens The $18.5 million cycleway project in inner-Sydney has been portrayed as a bold step toward safer, more connected streets. Three months after the opening, a circulating video claims to reveal fundamental flaws in design, execution, and real-world usability. The critique comes at a time when city leaders, including…
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Indigenous elder Alby Clarke remembered for ultramarathon and cycling feats
From poor health to endurance legend Indigenous elder Alby Clarke, a Gunditjmara trailblazer celebrated for his ultramarathon and cycling feats, passed away at age 90 on September 16. His life story, marked by transformation, endurance, and advocacy, resonated beyond sport, becoming a powerful force for Indigenous reconciliation and health across Australia. Born in Melbourne in…
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Alby Clarke: Indigenous elder who ran and cycled for reconciliation
From health scare to lifelong endurance Alby Clarke’s turning point came in his 60s when a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes threatened his life. Born in Melbourne in 1934 and raised at Framlingham Aboriginal Reserve near Warrnambool, Clarke moved through a life of modest beginnings, cycling and local running. A doctor’s stark warning—change or risk…