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Cyclist killed during major sportive after hitting cracked and uneven speed ramp with “badly worn” markings and warning signs covered by vegetation, inquest finds

The son of a cyclist killed during a sportive after hitting a cracked and uneven speed ramp with “badly worn” markings, leaving him with severe brain and facial injuries, as well as multiple fractures, has called for improved signage to be used in future at similar events to alert cyclists to obstacles on the road.But … Read more

“Will Children in Need be paying for his new knees?” Paddy McGuinness completes epic five-day, 300-mile Raleigh Chopper charity cycle, raising over £7.5m – with a little help from Sir Chris Hoy (and a Gladiator)

300 miles, five days in a very retro saddle, some leg-sapping, knee-breaking hills, and a few morale-boosting visits from Sir Chris Hoy (and, randomly, a Gladiator) later, and Paddy McGuinness has finally completed his epic Raleigh Chopper-based ride for Children in Need, arriving in Glasgow this morning having already raised over £7.5 million for the … Read more

“We need an outbreak of common sense”: Controversial cycling trial on pedestrian shopping street approved amid claims “every single resident does not want this scheme” – but disabled cyclists say trial “necessary step” to make town more accessible

For the first time in 30 years, cyclists will be permitted to ride on a town centre shopping street, after councillors approved a controversial 18-month cycling trial which they say will “enhance active travel” by making the street “more accessible” to cyclists and improving the choice of local routes for people on bikes.However, the Experimental … Read more

One Good Thing wrapper free oat and protein bars – Box of 12

One Good Thing wrapper-free oat and protein bars are a unique and worthy take on the usual cycling back-pocket snack in that they aren’t enclosed in a plastic wrapper, using an edible beeswax-based coating for protection instead. They’re easy and resilient to pocket, and simple to eat on the move, although being all natural, including … Read more

Fines issued to pavement cyclists will be based on “behaviour, not location” says council, in town where female cyclist was fined £100 for riding on cycle path and others threatened with £1,000 penalties by “cowboy wardens”

Five months after instructing the private agency tasked with enforcing its controversial ban on cycling on pavements and in pedestrianised areas to stop fining cyclists with immediate effect, Colchester City Council has announced that it will soon reintroduce its penalty system for “anti-social” cycling.However, the local authority has insisted that the future implementation of its … Read more

Government “prioritising active travel over safety”, claims councillor – who says new bike lane was so wide “I thought it was a dual carriageway they were building!”

A DUP councillor has claimed that the Northern Ireland government is “prioritising active travel over safety”, after the Department for Infrastructure this week announced the launch of its new Active Travel Delivery Plan, which aims to deliver over 200km worth of “high quality” cycling and walking infrastructure during the next decade.But while many cyclists in … Read more

Madison Stellar Shine Reflective Women’s Gilet

The Madison Stellar Shine Reflective Women’s Gilet is impressive on the reflectives front, and has some great design features, but sadly it’s let down by a noticeable lack of breathability that can leave your under layers soggy.Our guide to the best reflective cycling clothing and accessories will help you choose some great kit for being … Read more