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Altura Nightvision Lightweight Cycling Shorts
The Altura Nightvision Men’s Lightweight Cycling Shorts are a two-piece design that work for urban riding and those trips that don’t require the full-on lycra look. The outers give a decent fit thanks to an elasticated waist and, while they are ‘baggy,’ there isn’t too much material left to flap around. The inners, although a … Read more
Near Miss of the Day 781 update: Police say they couldn’t act against passenger who may have tried to push cyclist off bike – because it wasn’t captured on film
A video we published last week as part of our Near Miss of the Day series in which a cyclist received a close pass as well as the passenger of the vehicle sticking their arm out, possibly in an attempt to strike the rider, got plenty of comments here and on social media after the … Read more
Mark Cavendish unlikely to race Tour de France but promises to be ready if required
Mark Cavendish is looking increasingly unlikely to get the call for Quick-Step Alpha Vinyl’s Tour de France team.You may be thinking there is nothing new with this — and you would be right — it is the same position we were told to expect all season, but with the team’s number one sprinter Fabio Jakobsen continuing to rack … Read more
Majority of drivers unaware of Highway Code changes, new study suggests
A new study suggests a concerningly high number of UK motorists are unaware of January’s changes to the Highway Code, with more than 50 per cent unable to even name one new rule.The study by Vertu Motors into the Highway Code knowledge of 2,000 drivers found that more than 50 per cent of UK motorists surveyed … Read more
CES Sport PT26 wheelset
The CES Sport PT26 wheelset is built to cope with whatever the weather is throwing at you, thanks to a reliable build of well-specced parts. With plenty of stiffness and a ride feel that belies their 1,700g heft, they can cope with speed work or long leisurely rides, as well as seeing duty on your … Read more
“Tougher measures required”: Low Traffic Neighbourhood planters repeatedly tipped over by vandals
A Sheffield councillor has called for “tougher measures” to “stop the wanton vandalism of Low Traffic Neighbourhoods“.The comment comes following a recent spate of vandalism to the LTN planters in the Nether Edge and Crookes area of the city, which has seen planters repeatedly tipped over.A photo of the latest incident, shared by Green Party … Read more
Cycling licence ‘debate’ reignited by Channel 4 show and Scotland Tonight
Despite the government, as recently as December, saying it has “no plans” to introduce legislation the so-called debate about cyclists needing compulsory training, a licence and insurance to use the roads has resurfaced in recent days, with several UK media outlets hosting TV segments or publishing news stories on the subject.Scotland Tonight hosted an on-air debate last week, in … Read more
Survey: Seven in 10 back moves to encourage cycling and walking
Seven in 10 respondents to a new survey back moves to encourage cycling and walking and reduce the use of motor vehicles – but an identical percentage, 71 per cent, also claim that their current lifestyle means they need a car.The high level of agreement with the two statements means that many respondents to the … Read more
Assos Mille GT Jersey C2 Drop Head
The Assos Mille GT C2 Drop Head jersey is a comfortable, breathable and really well-fitting summer top. It avoids the usual pitfalls of an overly-aggressive cut, instead prioritising comfort for the vast majority of riders.As part of Assos’ comfort series range, this is designed for riders not after the last word in low weight or … Read more