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Singapore to ban cyclists from riding in groups longer than 5 bike lengths
Singapore is to ban cyclists from riding in groups of more than five bicycles in length, whether in single or double file.The new law will effectively cap the number of riders in a group at a maximum of 10 when they are riding two abreast, which is currently permitted on roads with two or more … Read more
Five cool things coming soon from Wilier, Camelbak, Topeak, Effetto and Pactimo
There’s no denying it’s been quite wet out there lately… we’ve got lots of warm gear and waterproof layers we’ve been testing though, and will continue to as the temperature keeps on dropping, but aside from all that clothing, here’s some other neat bits we’ve been out testing recently…Topeak Gravel Gear Bag With Repair Kit£99.99Topeak … Read more
Van Rysel Hi-Viz Cycling Gilet
The Van Rysel Hi Viz Cycling Gilet is a nicely thought out and well-made gilet with a great cut, fit and overall performance. Its reflective detailing doesn’t quite rival some, and it doesn’t fold so readily, but these are very minor points.The gilet is made from polyester throughout, with a windproof and water-repelling laminate at … Read more
What are your options when you can’t find the bike component you’re looking for?
With disruption to the supply chain caused by Covid-19 and more people wanting to cycle for exercise and transport, bikes and many types of parts and accessories are in short supply at the moment including, for example, some types of Shimano disc brake pads.off.road.cc’s Matt Page told us that he has had stock alerts set … Read more
Near Miss of the Day 647: Driver squeezes cyclist into kerb
A driver squeezing a cyclist into a kerb outside Royston Station in Hertfordshire is what we have in our Near Miss of the Day series today, with the rider saying that poor infrastructure was also partly to blame.John, who posted the video to YouTube, said: “Whilst this was telegraphed right from the point when the … Read more
Cyclist in Alaska survives being charged and mauled by brown bear
A cyclist in Alaska has survived being chased and mauled by brown bear, with the motion of his bicycle believed to have sparked the animal’s aggressive behaviour.According to Alaska State Troopers the man was riding his bike close to the Jack River when he noticed the bear around 30 feet from him, reports the Daily … Read more
The Magicshine Monteer competition is now closed and a winner has been chosen
*A winner has been chosen and this competition is now closed.Step forward Sarah Burnside!Congratulations Sarah, Magicshine will be in contact soon to arrange your prize for you.* If you also dabble in gravel and mountain biking, then we’ve got one of the best lights you can get courtesy of our friends at Magicshine. Up for grabs is the Monteer … Read more
Scam alert! Shimano issues warning saying that ‘shimano-clearance.store’ is a fake site
Shimano says a website that appears to be selling Shimano bike pedals at up to a 65% discount is a “fake website”. The Japanese company has said customers should be cautious of shimano-clearance.store, which it says is posing as an official Shimano website. Shimano clearance store screenshot bike pedals (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson)> Your complete guide to … Read more