Just like Near Miss of the Day 407, today’s near miss occurred on Wednesday – the day that the government urged people to return to work (without taking public transport).The incident occurred heading east on Tooting Bec Road/the A214 between Tooting Bec and Streatham, in South London, just at the entrance to Tooting Bec lido.Laurence … Read more
Increasing numbers of road bikes have wheels with bolt-through axles. The advantages are increased stiffness between the frame, fork and the wheels, and they make correct wheel alignment easier, especially if the bike uses disc brakes. Here’s how to remove and fit wheels equipped with through-axles. Our guide below shows you what we believe is the best method to … Read more
New government guidance for local authorities demands that more space be provided for walking and cycling in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Pop-up cycle lanes have therefore become a very zeitgeisty thing.Writing in the foreword to the guidance, dated May 9, Transport Secretary Grant Shapps says: “The government … expects local authorities to make … Read more
The Zipp Service Course seatpost is well engineered, easy to adjust once its two bolts are in and holds the saddle rock solid thereafter. The matt silver finish makes it stand out from the crowd, but it only matches the other silver Zipp components.The seatpost is part of the budget aluminium range of finishing kit … Read more
The ashmei Women’s Cycle Croix De Fer Jersey is a thoughtfully designed, stylish and versatile top that offers excellent protection in cool conditions without making you overheat as things warm up. It might be a significant investment, but it will serve you well through at least three out of four seasons.I tested a medium; according … Read more
Yesterday saw the partial easing of lockdown in England, with people now advised by the government that they can take unlimited exercise as well as drive to open spaces anywhere in the country. The latter will put more drivers on the road, of course, so we may well see more close passes – and here’s … Read more
