A Tory MP who earlier this year complained that a pop-up cycle lane installed by Southampton City Council had led to increased congestion and air pollution has had something of an epiphany after Halfords lent him an e-bike to get around his constituency.Writing on the website Conservative Home, Royston Smith, who has been MP for … Read more
The FFWD RYOT44 wheelset is part of the company’s new range of versatile wheels that can be used on the tarmac or when venturing off into the countryside. They offer plenty of stiffness, speed and durability.If you want a quality, well-built set of carbon wheels for a range of different disciplines then the RYOT44s are … Read more
The Moon Vortex Pro 1300 has seen a boost in lumens for 2020, and while that impacts burn-times a bit, the adjustability of the VLS system means that you have total control over the balance brightness levels and battery life. With plenty of accessories in the box, the Moon is quite the performance bargain too.This … Read more
Several cyclists have reported large sticks being left or thrown on the Bristol and Bath Railway Path in recent days in what appears to be another wave of attacks on the popular route. The Bristol Post also reports that a man was robbed of his electric scooter at knifepoint last week.Writing on the Bristol Cyclists … Read more
Variously called electric bikes, pedelecs and electric-assist bikes, e-bikes combine a fairly conventional bike with a battery and motor that helps out when you’re pedalling to make it easier to get up hills, accelerate away from lights and cruise along.E-bikes are very popular in Europe, especially among older riders who appreciate the speed boost they … Read more
The Northwave Celsius R Arctic GTX winter shoes are warm, extremely comfortable and impressively water resistant, while their carbon-reinforced soles are stiff enough for decent pedalling and, perhaps more importantly, well insulated and plush. If your feet, like mine, average the same temperatures as an ice cream on Pluto, you’ll love them.While you can shield … Read more
Local residents say that the death of a cyclist near Cardross in Argyll and Bute could have been prevented had the council constructed a cycle path that was first proposed in the early 2000s and which has now been pushed back to 2027. 40-year-old Colin McCourt was killed in a collision on the A814 on … Read more
Hackney’s low traffic neighbourhoods (LTNs) have not resulted in higher traffic levels on five nearby A- and B-roads according to early analysis by Transport for London (TfL).Cycling UK recently expressed concern that the “loudest voices” are having undue influence on decisions relating to new cycle lanes with claims that a scheme is somehow exacerbating congestion … Read more
The Rapha Men’s Classic Winter Gore-Tex Jacket is an exceptional cycling jacket for a range of winter rides. The fit is relaxed for easy layering over thermal long sleeve jerseys, and the lightweight design provides a surprisingly good amount of warmth.My first ride in this jacket was a muddy mountain bike adventure in some incredibly … Read more
