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Should cyclists use daytime running lights? Plus the best front and rear daytime cycling lights
You need front and rear lights for cycling in the dark, but do you also need to use lights in the daytime? We look at the argument for using lights during the daytime and round up a bunch of front and rear lights to consider if you do want to increase your visibility. Welcome to … Read more
Cafe du Cycliste Marinette Bib Shorts
These Café du Cycliste Marinette Bib Shorts join a few others in my collection that are just really hard to fault. The material is fantastic against the skin and the pad is basically unnoticeable. It’s a fair outlay for a piece of kit, but it’s backed up by some excellent craftsmanship and if you want … Read more
Surly Long Haul Trucker Disc touring bike gets refreshed, though a 26” option is still available
The last time that we saw an updated Surly Trucker Disc, Bradley Wiggins had just finished announcing the raffle number at the Tour de France and ten years on, Surly has made a few key updates to their popular Long Haul Trucker Disc touring bike.The headline additions are flat-mount disc fittings, 12mm thru-axles, and more … Read more
Cyclist claims council street warden told him and fellow riders to “Get off the road you divvies”
A council street warden in Middlesbrough reportedly swore at a group of cyclists and told them, “Get off the road, you divvies.”The incident which happened at 5.40pm on Saturday 13 June left one of the cyclists, Adil Aurangzaib, asking how much training was being given to the street wardens – a job that he has done … Read more
Trafford Council removes A56 pop-up cycle lane after drivers complain
Trafford Council has removed a pop-up cycle lane installed on the A56 at the weekend following complaints from drivers about congestion.The Labour-run council had put the temporary infrastructure in place as part of a seven-mile cycle route from Altrincham into Manchester city centre. Pleased to report that the “Bee 56” now reaches #Timperley! A big … Read more
NRC P-Ride.Skyrun glasses
The P-Ride.Skyrun glasses are part of NRC’s multisport range but work brilliantly when on the bike thanks to great clarity from the lens and no frame sections to obscure your vision. They are best suited to bright, sunny days, though, and are a little dark when you enter shade or the sky is overcast.The Skyruns … Read more
What’s best for cycling, synthetic or merino base layers?
The humble base layer is one of the most important bits of cold weather kit you can have. It’s at the very heart of your layering system and vital to keeping warm and comfortable without getting sweaty or overheating. However, there’s one big question – is a synthetic fabric or a natural merino wool base layer … Read more