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Cyclists 44% more likely to be killed by “supersized” SUVs than smaller passenger vehicles, as researchers warn against “proliferation of larger vehicles”

Cyclists and pedestrians are 44 per cent more likely to be fatally injured when struck by a sports utility vehicle (SUV) or light truck vehicle (LTV), compared to a smaller passenger car, according to new research.The study, carried out by the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) and Imperial College London, analysed real-world … Read more

Whatever happened to Yerka, the “unstealable” bike?

Yerka’s unique security system hit the headlines over a decade ago, locking a split down tube and an extended seatpost together to render the bike “unstealable”, according to the team behind it. Whatever became of the idea?First of all, the Yerka idea, then… Yerka isn’t a lock, it’s a bicycle designed with an integrated lock … Read more

John Stevenson

Grumpy, intelligent, funny and fierce (in a good way, well… usually) John Stevenson, a bona fide legend of cycling journalism has died from cancer. We really will not see his like again. It’s a cliche, but in John’s case it’s true and, as he would have pointed out, phrases become cliches when they state “the bleeding obvious” … Read more

Hiplok D1000 Anti-Angle Grinder Bike Lock

The Hiplok D1000 is a beast of a lock, Diamond rated for insurance purposes and with a very well-thought-out collection of accessories and third-party brand partnerships for securing bikes at home, at work and for carrying on your bike. At £250 it’s also relatively expensive for the protection rating – but what price protecting your … Read more

How do we put a stop to road violence and curb excessive car use? Look at how we dealt with guns

Hampstead Heath on a winter’s day. The low sunlight glimmers through bare trees, reflecting off frozen lakes and ponds above the smoky city. The air is filled with the sound of gunfire: pistols, rifles and shotguns going off at such frequent intervals that, according to one eyewitness, it seemed as though ‘there were as many … Read more

Would you buy a £350 inflatable bike helmet? Latest air-filled lid hopes to tempt commuters

There’s a new inflatable bike helmet and the brand behind it has some pretty big claims about its safety performance, including that it “outperformed 30 of the UK’s leading helmets” during independent testing.The Ventete aH-1 (pronounced von-tet, like Ventoux) is, of course, not the first inflatable cycling helmet to hit the market; numerous similar ideas having come and, in … Read more

Which type of lock is best for your bike?

Which is the best type of bike lock for you to buy? It’s not an easy decision; bike security isn’t a one-size-fits-all thing. Common sense suggests you buy the most expensive lock you can afford, but it’s more complicated than that. Here’s how to choose…For a start, paying more money doesn’t always get you a greater level … Read more

Cycplus High-Power Smart Fitness Fan

The Cycplus High-Power Smart Fitness Fan is – as the name suggests – a high-powered smart fan that can adjust its intensity based on your intensity. It can be controlled via remote or app, and there’s a lot of adjustability. It is expensive but a worthwhile investment if you are a dedicated indoor cyclist.> Buy … Read more

What’s going on with this hub we spotted in Mallorca? Plus Trek’s snakeskin finish, more 3D-printed saddle shenanigans and a kids’ bike that grows with your child

It’s Security and Storage Week here on road.cc so we’ve had plenty of features and guides out on the site in recent days, on top of all the usual tech news to bring you. Talking of news, Hunt brought out its revamped Aerodynamicist wheel range to offer “class-leading aerodynamic performance-to-weight metrics with wide road tyres”, and Winspace’s new aero … Read more

“Leaving children unprotected”: Trump tariffs on cycle helmets spark safety concerns, as trade group calls for cycling industry exemption amid warnings of “devastating” closures and lay-offs

Donald Trump’s tariff trade war could lead to bike helmets becoming less affordable, leaving children “unprotected from potential injury”, a trade association representing the cycling industry in the United States has claimed.Those safety warnings were made as part of a formal open letter that will be sent to the US president, penned by PeopleForBikes, requesting tariff … Read more