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If you can commute by bike, savour it

While George Hill appreciates the beautiful country lanes around his new local area, the option to commute by bike safely is something he finds himself longing for whenever life takes him back to the Big Smoke

Tue, Sep 09, 2025 13:27

Altura’s new Nightvision range Sept 2025

Altura’s new Nightvision range is better and brighter than ever – find out more about the quality after-dark kit that has been keeping cyclists visible for decades

We speak to Altura’s Ian Young about the brand’s popular Nightvision high-visibility clothing and find out how the 2025 range is better than ever

Tue, Sep 09, 2025 12:15

Boardman Mens Waterproof Jacket

Good commuter-friendly option that scores very heavily when it comes to waterproofing – and the price is right

£45.00

Tue, Sep 09, 2025 08:45

Proviz Reflective Rolltop Backpack

Smart, tough and visible from space – ideal daily backpack if you want to stay safe and organised without overspending

£69.99

Mon, Sep 08, 2025 08:45

Apidura Expedition Tool Pack (1L)

Very well-designed pack that's actually waterproof enough to protect your tools – it's worth the price

£53.00

Sat, Aug 30, 2025 11:45

Near Miss of the Day 926: taxi squeezing between cyclists and drivers

Near Miss of the Day 926: “This is why taxis shouldn’t be allowed to use bus lanes”, says cyclist who watches cab driver squeeze between cyclists and drivers in dangerous overtake (only to get caught in traffic seconds later)

The latest instalment in the series we'd rather didn't exist comes from London, where a taxi driver risks lives for zero gain

Mon, May 19, 2025 11:07

I saved thousands using an electric cargo bike — you could too!

If you ditch one of your cars for a cargo bike, you'll be quids in in no time. We do the sums...

Thu, May 15, 2025 12:31

Lezyne Smart Vice Phone Mount

Solid, easy-to use phone mount that quickly fits to any bike and phone

£31.00

Tue, May 13, 2025 14:45

Chrome Kadet WP Sling

Really good and very usable pack for worry-free stowage, but quite an investment

£130.00

Mon, May 12, 2025 08:45

“I enjoy debates but not abuse”: Jeremy Vine to stop sharing cycling videos on social media because “trolling just got too bad”

"They have had well over 100 million views but in the end the anger they generate has genuinely upset me"

Mon, Apr 28, 2025 09:51