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11 things we’ve learnt this week

Cool stuff that we've found out on road.cc over the past seven days

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Martyn Ashton selling Colnago C59 Disc that starred in Road Bike Party 2

Own "a tiny piece of cycling history" also ridden by Chris Akrigg and Danny MacAskill

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Bradford police bike team using helmet cams to catch bad drivers

Drivers using mobile phones at the wheel identified as being a common problem

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Cateye Rapid X3 rear light

Fantastic all-round visibility from a neat package, though you won't get 100 lumens for long

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£54.99

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London campaigners welcome tech that lets cyclists turn lights green

But Stop Killing Cyclists says 'Idaho Stop' would be cheaper and just as effective

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Video round-up: Santa cycles, Watts Zap 2015, + crashes

Watts Zap's top 2015 moments, cycle faster with Robert Forstemann, ride Georgia's mountains & cargo bike racing

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Cyclist seriously injured in hit and run involving car being chased by police

A suspect has been arrested and remains in police custody

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Make Cambridge cyclists pay congestion charge, says transport expert

City Deal vice-chair reveals advice - which county's cycling champion describes as "ludicrous"

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Gore Element Urban Windstopper Gloves

If you're willing to pay for top quality and performance, the Elements are a great option for all but the coldest or wettest days

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£54.99

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Video: Cyclist wrestles bike thief to ground ... then gives him a fist bump

“Don't steal bikes bro ... or Travis will kick your ass”

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Yorkshire cyclist creates giant bike on Strava

DaveyL rode nearly 50 miles in and around north Leeds to draw picture

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Great cycling deals on stocking fillers under £10

The DealCatcher takes us on a tour of the nation's best retailers for last-minute stocking filler solutions

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Video: Passers-by lift car to free trapped cyclist

Woman run over by motorist who seemed oblivious to what had happened

4

Cosine 45mm Full Carbon Clincher wheelset

Brilliant value for money carbon clinchers – they're fast, stiff and comfortable

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£600.00

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Video: How important is correct saddle height?

How to set your saddle height correctly

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Oxford Ultra Torch 300 USB front light

Well-made torch-type light with sensible power and output for darker commutes

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£34.99

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Curse of the rainbow jersey a myth, says research published in BMJ

Looking at individual results, however, suggest some riders are blessed - but others cursed

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Taff Trail cyclist seriously injured after drunk kicked out at him

Richard Burton suffered broken collarbone and bleeding on brain after incident in March, court hears

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Sugoi RS Core Long Sleeve Base Layer

Great fit, great breathability and great comfort all at a great price

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£39.99

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Videos: Stannard and Swift deliver Team Sky's pedal-powered Christmas message

British riders power 5,000 fairy lights to spell out seasonal greeting

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Great cycling deals on a Trek, BTwin jacket + Zipp wheels

Grab a bargain in the run-up to Christmas with the road.cc DealCatcher

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Gore Bike Wear’s new One Gore-Tex Active jacket now available to buy

New jacket weighs just 130g and costs £220, and uses new 2-layer permanent beading surface fabric

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The Light Blue Wolfson Ultegra

Stunning Reynolds 853 steel-framed speed machine with confident handling and oodles of comfort

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£1,799.00

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Star Wars: the bike merchandise

Cycling stuff with a Star Wars theme

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FroomeSprog - Tour de France champ announces birth of first child

Team Sky star made it back to Monaco in time to be with wife Michelle for birth

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Jeremy Corbyn’s bicycle Christmas card – too cool for Yule?

Labour leader's festive message falls flat for some - while others look for hidden messages

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Port Designs Go LED Backpack

High quality rucksack but the indicator system seems little more than an expensive gimmick

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£169.99

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Ex-Coronation Street star accused of wrecking £2,000 bike as he chased after Johnny Vegas

“Everybody knows I’ve raised millions for charity,” says actor who played Les Battersby in ITV soap

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Cycling deals - 25% off Boardman bikes at Halfords + bibs

The DealCatcher's got a bargain Garmin Virb, three Boardman bikes, + bib shorts and a voucher code at Evans!

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Video: Taxi crashes into Tour of Costa Rica peloton

Shocking footage shows moment driver turned into path of speeding cyclists

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