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Truflo Supertrax Floor Pump
The Truflo Supertrax Floor Pump pretty much nails it: it blows up tyres efficiently, stands solid and stable while you do it, and displays the pressure on a big, easy-to-read dial. It’s a well-made tool for your shed or car, and proof that you don’t need ‘exotic’ materials and huge price tags to get this … Read more
“A lot of it was caused by greed”: Factor’s CEO on navigating “self-inflicted” bike industry chaos, Chris Froome’s set-up complaints and why rim brakes are never coming back
It’s fair to say there aren’t too many bike brand bosses who would look back on the last few turbulent years for the industry and describe them as “solid”.But while cycling brands around the world have struggled to weather the post-Covid storms, for Factor CEO Rob Gitelis, the 2020s have seen steady growth based on … Read more
Christmas gifts for discerning cyclists — a guide to unearthing the ideal gift for the fastidious fussy cyclist in your life
Trying to find the right gift for ‘that’ cycling person in your life can feel like hopelessly sweeping a metal detector across a field – a large field, a large muddy field, and a lot of things that might be suitable don’t even show up with a promising bleep, and you’re actually stepping through a minefield. … Read more
Gaciron W12BR-200 Smart Brake Warning Bicycle Shelf Braking Light
The Gaciron W12BR-200 Smart Brake Warning Bicycle Shelf Braking Light is solid, waterproof and very bright and comes in at a very modest price. In addition to its 200 lumen maximum output there are modes suitable for most riding situations, and the running time is very good. My only concern is the slightly restrictive, plasticky mount. … Read more
DealClincher x Pearson Cycles Black Friday special! Save up to £2,000 on Pearson On And Off e-gravel bikes with carbon frame and range extender
If you’ve been thinking about making the leap to an e-bike then now might be the ideal time, because Pearson Cycles has some unmissable Black Friday deals on its On And Off e-bikes. Perfect for road riders and gravel adventurers alike, these bikes are designed to give you the freedom to explore further and climb steeper without the … Read more
Percentage of cyclists killed or injured on UK roads dropping more than any other road user, new government figures reveal – but safety campaigners say number of fatalities “remain stubbornly high”
The number of cyclists killed on British roads has fallen by five per cent, more than any other category of road user over the past year, while the overall casualty figures for people riding bikes have also dropped by six per cent, the Department for Transport’s latest road safety statistics have revealed.According to the DfT’s … Read more
Your ultimate guide to bike lights for road cycling — see and be seen with our selection of the best for your bike
Even if you rarely ride in the dark, a set of decent bike lights is a must for all cyclists. In this guide, we’ll help you choose from some of the best front and rear bike lights, and offer some handy tips to help you choose the right type and price point for your needs. If you’re returning … Read more
Teenage cyclist killed in collision with bus driver after parked cars blocked cycle lane – but coroner blames 16-year-old for cycling on pavement, not wearing a helmet or bright clothing, and being “distracted” by earphones
A forensic collision investigator examining the death of a teenage cyclist, who was forced to ride on the pavement due to parked cars blocking a cycle lane, pushing him into a bus driver’s “blind spot”, has concluded that “had he been travelling in the cycle lane, he would have been seen” and that the Highway … Read more