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“It demonstrates the reality of cycling on UK roads”: Panorama Car v Bikes host responds to accusation that he jumped red light during programme
The presenter of the recent BBC Panorama investigation, ‘Road Rage: Cars v Bikes’, has responded to the accusation that he jumped a red light while cycling during the controversial programme, an incident which he claims demonstrates “how difficult” some junctions can be to navigate on a bike, as well as the wider “reality of cycling … Read more
BBC Panorama – Road Rage: Cars v Bikes – the road.cc Podcast debrief
It’s just over a week now since BBC aired its Panorama episode entitled Road Rage: Cars v Bikes, which has given plenty of time to reflect on the issues raised in the programme, and its treatment of them.> Review: Panorama – Road Rage: Cars v BikesIn this special episode of the road.cc Podcast in association … Read more
Bradley Wiggins disputes increased £1 million claim from liquidators
Sir Bradley Wiggins is disputing an increased almost £1 million claim made by the liquidators of one of his companies, Wiggins Rights Limited, and is currently selling a property to raise funds. The purported theft of team kit and motor vehicles related to another of the 2012 Tour de France winner’s businesses is also currently … Read more
Topeak Torq Stick Pro 4-20 Nm
The Topeak Torq Stick Pro 4-20Nm is more than just a torque wrench. It also includes 18 bits, a mini ratchet driver, an extender and a finger bit holder. Yes, it’s very expensive, but it is also a comprehensive toolset to get to any bolt on your bicycle, whatever the obstruction. It’s a joy to … Read more
Giant sales up 14% compared to last year but shortage of high-end products remains
Giant Group the world’s largest bicycle designer and manufacturer reported sales are up 14 per cent in the first three quarters of 2022 compared with last year.Despite citing challenges such as an increase in the cost of raw materials, logistics and labour, Giant was aided by the strength of the US dollar, Bicycle Retailer reports, leading … Read more
Ride new virtual roads in Zwift’s Urukazi expansion of Makuri Islands
Makuri Islands is Zwift’s most recent world and following this latest Urukazi expansion now includes over 40 miles of road. There are eight new routes to explore, some pavement, some gravel, and Zwift teases us with “a new type of surface not yet found anywhere else on Zwift.”2022 Zwift Urukazi expansion Makuri islands map (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson)> Review: … Read more
Santini Guard Nimbus Jacket
The Santini Guard Nimbus rain jacket is great – slim fitting, almost entirely flap free, comfortable and effective. The sleeves and tail could be just a smidge longer, and while it’s entirely pocketable it’s not the smallest when scrunched, but otherwise there’s really nothing to complain about. I’d say it’s up there with the best waterproof … Read more
“Should not be on the public highway riding a bike”: Conservative politician weighs in on viral clip of driver refusing to stop for child
A second Conservative politician has spoken out about the viral video which has been doing the rounds on Twitter and shows a motorist driving past a five-year-old cyclist within touching distance. How can we expect parents to let their kids ride to school if this is how their neighbours drive towards them? He’s five by … Read more