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£20 bike handlebar sensor could help create close pass risk map for cyclists – as researchers find direct link between near misses and driver collisions

Could a small £20 sensor eventually lead to the creation of safe cycling maps in cities, helping people on bikes avoid risky areas populated by close passing motorists?That’s what a team of researchers from the University of Washington believe anyway, after they developed the ‘ProxiCycle’ system, a sensor that plugs into a bike’s handlebar and … Read more

Bristol ranked eighth best city in Europe for child-friendly cycling – but UK “lags behind” due to unprotected bike lanes and “lack of political ambition”, researchers say

Its active travel policies may continue to divide opinion, but Bristol has been ranked Europe’s eighth most child-friendly city for cycling, thanks to its leading role in implementing 20mph speed limits, according to a new urban mobility report.The report, which assessed the efforts of 36 European cities to prioritise and support children travelling by foot … Read more

I saved thousands using an electric cargo bike — you could too!

After five years of owning a e-cargo bike, I thought it was about time that I shared what it’s like living with one. Do I regret not having a second car? How much money has it saved me? And what reasons might make you consider switching? This is what I’ve been aboard for the last five … Read more

Look mum, no paws! How to ride with your dog

Whether you’re aiming to use your car less, or if you just want to spend more time with your dog, there are several ways you can bring your canine friend along for the ride. And while it might seem like a more recent thing to see dogs in cargo bike buckets, bikes and dogs have gone together … Read more

Ekoi Lumen Pura Vented Glasses

The Ekoi Lumen Pura Vented is a highly customisable pair of glasses from the online Spanish outfit. You can choose them to complement the colour of your bike or anything else – and you can even have printing on the arms or your name engraved on the large single-piece lens. You can also choose from numerous … Read more

Halo Hi Flow Convertor Valves

The Halo Hi Flow Convertor Valves are an interesting solution to the problem that plagues a lot of tubeless users: sealant blockages. They’re also designed to increase air flow into your tubeless tyres to help with seating them quickly and easily. And they work, too, and are worth considering if sealant blockages are an issue … Read more

Giant starts 2025 with revenue boost thanks to increased orders and high demand in Chinese market, but uncertainty lingers as April profits plunge

Giant Group reported a 4.9 per cent increase in revenue for the first quarter of 2025, buoyed by a rebound in OEM (original equipment manufacturer) orders and a strong demand in the Chinese market, but the Taiwanese company’s April revenue — 17 per cent down year-on-year — indicates volatile times in the bike industry.Giant, the world’s largest … Read more