New figures from police across the country show that almost ten per cent of all incidents involving cyclists occurred in Hampshire. The data has been compiled by cycling injury specialists Claims.co.uk using Freedom of Information requests submitted to police forces across the country, reports the Daily Echo. Johnnie Dellow, a member of the Southampton Cycling Campaign, described … Read more
US brand All-City has this week launched the brand new Zig Zag, a steel road bike designed to, in their worlds, mix classic style with modern performance. It’s also the company’s first disc-equipped road bike.The new Zig Zag is described as an evolution of the company’s Mr. Pink. Where that bike was a retro-themed steel … Read more
Mosaic Cycles, maker of high-end steel and titanium bicycles frames, has introduced a brand new RS-1 steel road bike that offers “classic steel feel with a modern ride”.The lovely looking frame is made from oversized and butted Columbus Spirit HSS, with the tubing tailored to the specific demands of each customer. You can have it … Read more
The Mavic Aksium is the French brand’s entry-level wheelset for standard QR frames. At £209 (often much cheaper online, but be quick as prices are rising thanks to the pound falling in value) and 1,840g for the pair, they represent good value for money if you need decent wheels on a budget. Pros: Price, trickle-down … Read more
Welcome to Thursday’s live blog, with Jack Sexty, Simon MacMichael and the rest of the team.
A coroner’s inquest has heard how a professor of genetics was killed as she cycled in central London when a van driver opened his door without looking, forcing her to swerve into the path of a taxi that was overtaking her.Maria Bitner-Glindzicz, aged 55, died on 20 September last year from injuries sustained in the … Read more
The council that has banned cyclists from meeting at the Velolife café near Henley-on-Thames has posted to Twitter a copy of a letter attempting to justify its actions, provoking an outpouring of support for the business by users of the social network – including its own leader.The letter from the Royal Borough of Windsor & … Read more
Bontrager’s XXX WaveCel helmet offers a good fit and a high level of comfort although it’s heavier than rivals in its price bracket. Pros: Comfortable, good fit system, durable Cons: Heavier than rivals The elephant in this particular room, though, is safety… Back in March, Bontrager claimed that WaveCel sets new standards in terms of … Read more
Lotto-Soudal team doctor Maarten Meirhaeghe has revealed details of the injuries that resulted in the death of its rider Bjorg Lambrecht following a crash at the Tour de Pologne on Monday.In a statement on the team’s website, Meirhaeghe said that the 22-year-old “died from a big liver laceration which caused a massive internal haemorrhage.“As a … Read more
