Ofo has announced that it is to start operating in the London borough of Redbridge, the fourth local authority in the capital to have entered a partnership with the China-based dockless bike hire giant.There are already 1,000 of Ofo’s distinctive yellow bicycles in London, and 125 will be added in Redbridge, which lies in north … Read more
Look’s updated Keo Blade Carbon pedals are light, offer a large surface area, and come with two sets of blades so you can alter the release tension, although there’s more side-to-side rocking than you might want. Pros: Light, secure, the choice of two different blades Cons: Slight rocking is possible The axle of the updated … Read more
Today’s video in our Near Miss of the Day series shows a tractor driver, towing a trailer, overtaking a cyclist – and giving him very little room as he passed.It’s not the first time we’ve featured a tractor in the series – remember this one from July last year?As in that video, the first thought … Read more
The partner and two children of a cyclist who drowned in Bristol’s Floating Harbour are suing the city council for compensation of up to £1.5 million.The family of a cyclist who drowned when he fell into the Floating Harbour in Bristol are suing the city’s council for up to £1.5 million in compensation.Sean Philips, aged … Read more
One of the standout bikes from last year’s London Bike Show was a prototype carbon fibre road bike with integrated mudguards. It was the creation of Stebles Bikes and really turned some heads, and it’s now available to buy, with preorders for the bold bike currently being taken.It’ll be on display at the London Bike … Read more
Last week we told you that Moots, the US titanium specialist, was planning to show its brand new gravel and adventure bike at the recent North American Handmade Bicycle Show, and while we weren’t at the show, we’ve just been sent these photo of the actual bike. And what a mighty beast it is!It turns … Read more
Galibier’s Gino Pro Wind Jacket is one very impressive piece of kit, blocking out the breeze without creating a humid micro-climate on the inside thanks to great breathability. Pros: Brilliant fabric, great fit, value for money Cons: Nothing really stands out Galibier has long had a reputation for delivering impressive garments at sensible prices, and … Read more
There’s quite a lot of expectation that 3D printed bikes and components will become a lot more common in years to come, and there was further progress of this exciting new manufacturing process at the recent North American Handmade Bicycle Show – British tubing specialist Reynolds was showing off 3D printed stainless steel frame lugs … Read more
Our latest Near Miss of the Day submission comes from a road.cc reader who regularly rides to work in London at night, setting off at 2am.The reader who posted the footage to YouTube, Paul, told us: “I am a night commuter.“My journey usually starts at 2am and on my way I will usually encounter some bad drivers. … Read more
