Opinion

In defence of delays at Ribble: another retailer speaks out

Have you been waiting a long time for your new bike? Ben Mowbray of E-Bikeshop has sympathy with fellow retailers who are struggling to get deliveries sent out on time, and offers some further explanations
Mon, Dec 20, 2021 18:58
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In defence of delays at Ribble: another retailer speaks out

Have you been waiting a long time for your new bike? Ben Mowbray of E-Bikeshop has sympathy with fellow retailers who are struggling to get deliveries sent out on time, and offers some further explanations
Mon, Dec 20, 2021 18:58
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Why I risk prison to make our roads safer and save our planet – a campaigner tells his story

From courier to courtroom – Caspar Hughes reveals how he got involved with Stop Killing Cyclists and Extinction Rebellion
Sun, Dec 12, 2021 18:53
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Why I risk prison to make our roads safer and save our planet – a campaigner tells his story

From courier to courtroom – Caspar Hughes reveals how he got involved with Stop Killing Cyclists and Extinction Rebellion
Sun, Dec 12, 2021 18:53
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Cycling and the law: Are UK sentencing guidelines tough enough for motoring offences? Explaining Clifford Rennie’s sentence

Following a recent high profile case in which two cyclists lost their lives, specialist cycling solicitor Mark Hambleton analyses the sentencing decision and offers his thoughts
Sat, Nov 27, 2021 12:00
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Cycling and the law: Are UK sentencing guidelines tough enough for motoring offences? Explaining Clifford Rennie’s sentence

Following a recent high profile case in which two cyclists lost their lives, specialist cycling solicitor Mark Hambleton analyses the sentencing decision and offers his thoughts
Sat, Nov 27, 2021 12:00
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Too posh to bush: bikepacking (with a tent) on the Isle of Wight

Not tempted by the idea of setting up a bivvy under a hedge, VecchioJo goes ‘glampacking’ within tent on the Isle of Wight
Sun, Nov 14, 2021 13:29
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Too posh to bush: bikepacking (with a tent) on the Isle of Wight

Not tempted by the idea of setting up a bivvy under a hedge, VecchioJo goes ‘glampacking’ within tent on the Isle of Wight
Sun, Nov 14, 2021 13:29
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Cycling in Montenegro: exploring the beautiful Balkan Black Mountain country by bike

It might not be top of the list for most cyclists when picking a cycling holiday destination. Geoff Harper explains why he thinks Montenegro should be top of yours for 2022
Sun, Nov 07, 2021 13:05
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Cycling in Montenegro: exploring the beautiful Balkan Black Mountain country by bike

It might not be top of the list for most cyclists when picking a cycling holiday destination. Geoff Harper explains why he thinks Montenegro should be top of yours for 2022
Sun, Nov 07, 2021 13:05
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Territorial p**sings: stopping for a wee on a bike ride

When VecchioJo rides his bike, it often causes a Pavlovian weesponse. Here’s why having a favourite outdoor number 1 spot is a cyclist’s rite of passage
Wed, Sep 29, 2021 12:30
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Territorial p**sings: stopping for a wee on a bike ride

When VecchioJo rides his bike, it often causes a Pavlovian weesponse. Here’s why having a favourite outdoor number 1 spot is a cyclist’s rite of passage
Wed, Sep 29, 2021 12:30
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Riding like it’s 1993: Cycling across Britain without a mobile phone

If you want to raise funds for the Bobby Moore Fund, set up in 1993… best ride like it’s 1993! It also turned out to be a life-changing journey…
Wed, Aug 18, 2021 12:16
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Riding like it’s 1993: Cycling across Britain without a mobile phone

If you want to raise funds for the Bobby Moore Fund, set up in 1993… best ride like it’s 1993! It also turned out to be a life-changing journey…
Wed, Aug 18, 2021 12:16
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It’s not all about racing: why the bike industry needs to take a chill pill

In this opinion piece, Steve Thomas ponders: “Why is it that so much of the cycling world seems to assume it’s all about performance enhancement and racing?”
Tue, Aug 03, 2021 12:24
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It’s not all about racing: why the bike industry needs to take a chill pill

In this opinion piece, Steve Thomas ponders: “Why is it that so much of the cycling world seems to assume it’s all about performance enhancement and racing?”
Tue, Aug 03, 2021 12:24
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Cyclists to be given “carte blanche to go sailing through red lights,” apparently … except they’re not

Much of Fleet Street has lost its senses over Highway Code changes – why the ‘War on the Motorist’ is a false narrative
Fri, Jul 30, 2021 16:38
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Cyclists to be given “carte blanche to go sailing through red lights,” apparently … except they’re not

Much of Fleet Street has lost its senses over Highway Code changes – why the ‘War on the Motorist’ is a false narrative
Fri, Jul 30, 2021 16:38
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“Bike ownership is dying”: CEO of bike subscription service Buzzbike on the future of urban cycling

Tom Hares, the CEO of Buzzbike, explains why he believes bike subscription services will be the key to getting more non-cyclists on bikes as more people move to the city
Sun, Jul 11, 2021 11:59
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“Bike ownership is dying”: CEO of bike subscription service Buzzbike on the future of urban cycling

Tom Hares, the CEO of Buzzbike, explains why he believes bike subscription services will be the key to getting more non-cyclists on bikes as more people move to the city
Sun, Jul 11, 2021 11:59
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John’s blog: VeloViewer tile-bagging, Abus lock cleverness, lockrings & more

A few things that have floated across our editor-at-large’s brain lately
Fri, Jun 18, 2021 12:13
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John’s blog: VeloViewer tile-bagging, Abus lock cleverness, lockrings & more

A few things that have floated across our editor-at-large’s brain lately
Fri, Jun 18, 2021 12:13
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London cargo bike mum who was victim of social media pile-on for cycling on pavement explains why she does it

“Harassment of me and my family is not about cycling on pavements or danger to pedestrians; it is about revenge” says Sylvia Gauthereau
Fri, Jun 11, 2021 14:01
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London cargo bike mum who was victim of social media pile-on for cycling on pavement explains why she does it

“Harassment of me and my family is not about cycling on pavements or danger to pedestrians; it is about revenge” says Sylvia Gauthereau
Fri, Jun 11, 2021 14:01
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Richmond Park Cyclists’ co-founder responds to critics of controversial Code of Conduct

Chris Campbell reveals how the code for cyclists using the Royal Park was drawn up, and what it aims to achieve
Mon, May 17, 2021 11:28
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Richmond Park Cyclists’ co-founder responds to critics of controversial Code of Conduct

Chris Campbell reveals how the code for cyclists using the Royal Park was drawn up, and what it aims to achieve
Mon, May 17, 2021 11:28
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Close-passed by the police: a cyclist’s (unsuccessful) battle for justice

What happens when a cyclist complains to the police, about a close pass from a police van? This road.cc reader found out, and didn’t exactly get the outcome he wanted…
Wed, May 05, 2021 15:39
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Close-passed by the police: a cyclist’s (unsuccessful) battle for justice

What happens when a cyclist complains to the police, about a close pass from a police van? This road.cc reader found out, and didn’t exactly get the outcome he wanted…
Wed, May 05, 2021 15:39
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Sustainable Gravel: A car-free cycling trip to the Isle of Wight

VecchioJo takes his bike on a ferry for a jaunt to the Isle of Wight, with not a motor vehicle in sight…
Sun, Apr 25, 2021 13:09
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Sustainable Gravel: A car-free cycling trip to the Isle of Wight

VecchioJo takes his bike on a ferry for a jaunt to the Isle of Wight, with not a motor vehicle in sight…
Sun, Apr 25, 2021 13:09
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The Pandemic Effect – how one bike brand is responding to unprecedented challenges facing industry

Damian Hackett, Orbea’s country manager for the UK and Ireland, outlines how Covid, components shortages, soaring shipping costs and Brexit have created a perfect storm – and how it is meeting the challenge
Fri, Apr 23, 2021 11:38
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The Pandemic Effect – how one bike brand is responding to unprecedented challenges facing industry

Damian Hackett, Orbea’s country manager for the UK and Ireland, outlines how Covid, components shortages, soaring shipping costs and Brexit have created a perfect storm – and how it is meeting the challenge
Fri, Apr 23, 2021 11:38
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I was knocked off my bike by a driver… and faced more than just a physical battle

When road.cc contributor Emma Silversides decided to buy a car, she didn’t anticipate this would involve extra stress because she was hit by a driver while cycling months previously
Sun, Apr 11, 2021 10:00
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I was knocked off my bike by a driver… and faced more than just a physical battle

When road.cc contributor Emma Silversides decided to buy a car, she didn’t anticipate this would involve extra stress because she was hit by a driver while cycling months previously
Sun, Apr 11, 2021 10:00
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Transnontinental: Why I had to turn down the chance to ride one of the world’s most prestigious ultra-distance cycling races

Stop press, VecchioJo has said no to a bike ride! Here’s why…
Fri, Mar 26, 2021 17:28
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Fri, Mar 26, 2021 17:28
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Have West Midlands Police lost their way on cycling?

Social media silence, poor responses to video submissions… the signs aren’t good
Sun, Mar 07, 2021 11:47
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Have West Midlands Police lost their way on cycling?

Social media silence, poor responses to video submissions… the signs aren’t good
Sun, Mar 07, 2021 11:47
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Cycling from London to Rome… with a saddle bag and a credit card

Reckon you travel light on the bike? Jonathan Donald takes us back to an epic trip he took from the UK to Italy’s capital a few years ago, with just an oversized saddlepack and a credit card in his luggage…
Sun, Feb 21, 2021 12:05
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Cycling from London to Rome… with a saddle bag and a credit card

Reckon you travel light on the bike? Jonathan Donald takes us back to an epic trip he took from the UK to Italy’s capital a few years ago, with just an oversized saddlepack and a credit card in his luggage…
Sun, Feb 21, 2021 12:05
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How cycling is helping me cope with the loss of a much-loved pet and bike-ride companion

Elodie may have passed on … but she will always be pedalling alongside me
Fri, Feb 19, 2021 14:56
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How cycling is helping me cope with the loss of a much-loved pet and bike-ride companion

Elodie may have passed on … but she will always be pedalling alongside me
Fri, Feb 19, 2021 14:56
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Cycling from London to Barcelona: a more enjoyable LEJOG alternative?

Land’s End to John O’Groats has been a popular challenge for decades… but what about a sunnier option? Andrew Dalton makes the case for riding London to Barcelona, a route he’s completed twice
Sun, Jan 24, 2021 12:25
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Cycling from London to Barcelona: a more enjoyable LEJOG alternative?

Land’s End to John O’Groats has been a popular challenge for decades… but what about a sunnier option? Andrew Dalton makes the case for riding London to Barcelona, a route he’s completed twice
Sun, Jan 24, 2021 12:25
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Isolated Incidents: What does it mean for cyclists to ‘stay local’?

This is a local ride, we’ll have no trouble here! How to think global and ride local…
Wed, Jan 20, 2021 11:44
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Isolated Incidents: What does it mean for cyclists to ‘stay local’?

This is a local ride, we’ll have no trouble here! How to think global and ride local…
Wed, Jan 20, 2021 11:44
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No one cares how far you rode your bike: “Keep your distance”

Planning lots of New Year’s revolutions? Make them less about mileage, and more about the experience you’re having on two wheels…
Mon, Jan 04, 2021 12:40
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No one cares how far you rode your bike: “Keep your distance”

Planning lots of New Year’s revolutions? Make them less about mileage, and more about the experience you’re having on two wheels…
Mon, Jan 04, 2021 12:40
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Matt Page’s Rapha Festive 500 in a day: how he did it

500km in the rain and cold, on Christmas Eve? Inspired by his fundraising drive for the Cardiac Risk in the Young Charity, Matt did just that and clocked up the distance well before Christmas day. Here’s his recap of the challenge…
Thu, Dec 31, 2020 12:57
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Matt Page’s Rapha Festive 500 in a day: how he did it

500km in the rain and cold, on Christmas Eve? Inspired by his fundraising drive for the Cardiac Risk in the Young Charity, Matt did just that and clocked up the distance well before Christmas day. Here’s his recap of the challenge…
Thu, Dec 31, 2020 12:57
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