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

Residents claim “jumped-up, arrogant” cyclists will cause “carnage at the expense of pedestrians” as controversial cycling ban to finally be lifted on shopping street to “improve choice of routes”

A council is set to reverse a controversial cycling ban on a pedestrianised shopping street in Bicester and start a trial which would allow people to ride on it at all times of the day, leading to comments from residents who claim that “jumped-up, arrogant” cyclists will cause “carnage” and pose a risk to pedestrians, … Read more

“I feel safer between buses and cars”: Violent bikejackings force cyclists to avoid popular cycling path which has turned into “Wild West” with an “epidemic of joyriding”

UPDATE: After multiple calls from cyclists for CCTV cameras to be installed to deter the rising number of violent bikejackings on the popular walking and cycling route between Bristol and Bath, South Gloucestershire Council has told road.cc that action has finally been taken to do so.A spokesperson for South Gloucestershire Council, said: “Due to recent incidents reported … Read more