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Government’s second cycling and walking investment strategy outlines almost £4bn funding for active travel – and aims to double the number of cycling trips by 2025

Amidst a turbulent week for British politics, the government announced that it will invest £3.78bn in active travel schemes until 2025 as part of its refreshed cycling and walking investment strategy. Trudy Harrison, the minister responsible for active travel, said that the increased funding was part of an “ambitious” strategy to ensure that half of … Read more

Spatzwear Convoy Cargo Bib Shorts

The Spatz Convoy Cargo Bib Shorts are the only shorts Spatz do – until now they’ve been known more for their winter and foul weather clothing. The Convoy shorts offer mesh pockets and a deep chamois pad, and give good comfort and storage for long rides in all kinds of conditions… so long as it’s … Read more

Road rage minibus driver who deliberately struck cyclist jailed for two years

A taxi driver has been jailed for two years after deliberately aiming an eight-seater minibus at a cyclist who had confronted him about his dangerous driving.The BBC reports that 60-year-old Charles Yorston steered the minibus, which contained passengers at the time, at cyclist Andrew Learmonth as he drew level with the motorist’s window.31-year-old prison officer … Read more

Madison Sportive women’s bib shorts

The Madison Sportive Women’s Bib Shorts are budget friendly, with many of the features of more premium shorts. The pad is excellent for long rides, the cross-over strap design makes for easy toilet breaks, and overall they are very comfortable, though the bib section can be quite warm.As the name suggests, the shorts are aimed … Read more

Cycle to Work scheme not working for London, says Labour

A Labour transport spokesperson has branded the Cycle to Work scheme “outdated” and “no longer fit for purpose”.Elly Baker, a member of the London Assembly for Labour, claimed that the initiative, which has now been running for two decades and enables people to gain tax breaks on purchases of bikes and accessories through salary sacrifice, … Read more

Boris Johnson resignation: A blow for active travel?

Boris Johnson’s resignation today as Conservative Party leader – he plans to stay on as Prime Minister until the autumn to allow time for his successor to be chosen, although it is widely expected a caretaker will take on the role – signals the end of what has been the most chaotic premiership of my lifetime, and … Read more