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Albion Insulated Jacket 3.0
The Albion Insulated Jacket 3.0 is an effective garment for days when it’s cold and/or the weather is varied but you’re working hard. Its low weight and packability make it better suited to long rides where you would use it as a backup, but it also works well as a standalone piece on its own, … Read more
Take a look at Enigma’s titanium four season Etape
The Etape is Enigma’s versatile titanium road bike intended for riders that are focused on endurance, long distance comfort and all season versatility.The Etape sits in Enigma’s core range between the Evoke and Escape, with the Evoke leaning more towards fast road use without the versatility of the Etape, while the Escape is more for off-road … Read more
Bowman Cycles liquidates after “absolute clusterf**k” of supply chain issues
Bowman Cycles has liquidated following continued struggles with supply chain issues during the Covid pandemic.BB Velo Limted, the trading name of Bowman Cycles, has appointed a voluntary liquidator, as per filings made at Companies House spotted by Cyclingindustrynews.The Bowman Cycles website is no longer accessible and displays homepage “currently unavailable”.In November, Bowman founder and managing director Neil … Read more
Nextbike resumes Cardiff cycle hire following “staggering” vandalism and thefts
Bike hire provider Nextbike has resumed service after a two-month suspension due to the “staggering” scale of vandalism, theft and threats to staff.Krysia Solheim, Nextbike’s UK managing director, revealed that 260 bikes were scrapped due to vandalism, and a further 300 stolen, with just under half of those taken since August.However, now the rental bikes in … Read more
Conservationists blame “anti-social” cyclists for New Forest damage
A New Forest conservation charity says the national park has been adversely affected by “damaging and illegal activities” and accused off-route cyclists of anti-social behaviour and disturbance of habitats.The New Forest Association (NFA) is the second oldest conservation organisation in the world and outlines its goal of “protecting, conserving and enhancing the flora, fauna and heritage of the New … Read more
Serial bike thief jailed for 21 months for city centre spree
A serial thief who stole six bikes from Leeds city centre apartment buildings has been jailed for 21 months.Paul Digney’s burglary spree saw him steal £4,500 worth of bicycles after he gained access to communal areas of three buildings last January.He repeatedly pressed the intercom to gain entry to Simpsons Fold, New York Apartments and Candle House, and once … Read more
Green Oil Agent Apple Degreaser
Green Oil Agent Apple Degreaser will take on some tough challenges without relying on any petrochemicals, using fermented fruit extracts instead. GO claims it is perhaps the most powerful bike degreaser available, and considering the state of my chain and cassette at the beginning, I’m inclined to agree.Right, this stuff is strong, so that ‘con’ … Read more
Tacx Antares Basic Trainer
The Tacx Antares Basic Trainer provides a simple and engaging way to train or warm up. The adjustable length makes use with different bikes very easy, and the smooth, quiet running of the rollers gives a decent road feel.If the thought of getting on an indoor trainer and mindlessly pedalling away for an hour or … Read more