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Driver handed suspended sentence for cutting across and killing cyclist claimed he was “blinded by the sun” before fatal crash – despite motorist behind saying she spotted victim

A motorist who claimed he was “blinded by the sun” when he cut across and struck a cyclist, who died that evening from his injuries – despite another driver who was following close behind telling officers that she saw the cyclist approaching – has been handed a 12-month suspended prison sentence.According to Judge Simon Batiste, … Read more

“A second-hand bike costs the same as two tanks of fuel”: Cyclists react to “joke” survey which found that almost half of Brits believe they can’t afford to buy a bike

“How much is motoring insurance, tax, MOT, servicing, repairs, and fuel when you add it all up?” That’s the question currently being posed by baffled cyclists across the UK, after a new survey examining attitudes towards cycling found that almost half of Brits believe they cannot afford a bike, with yesterday’s story on the somewhat … Read more

Vittoria Ridearmor TLR Tyre

The Vittoria RideArmor TLR Tyre offers impressive puncture protection without sacrificing on grip, suppleness and comfort – especially when compared to other ‘practical’ tyres on the market. I used these for a month, which took in numerous long rides, and while I found them heavier than more performance-oriented tyres, their excellent overall quality means I’d … Read more

E-scooter rider arrested after cyclist left with “life-threatening” injuries in hit-and-run collision – as local police launch crackdown on “constant problem” of e-scooter misuse

An e-scooter user who fled the scene after colliding with a cyclist at the weekend, leaving her with serious injuries, has been arrested, as local police launch a crackdown on the “constant problem” of e-scooter “misuse” in the area.The collision took place at around 8pm on Sunday on Ridegway in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, a … Read more

Specialized reveals new S-Works Crux – “the lightest gravel bike in the world”

Hot on the heels of SRAM launching its new 13-speed gravel groupset, Specialized has unveiled its updated flagship gravel bike, the S-Works Crux, featuring the new drivetrain. That brand new, premium groupset has allowed 102 grams to be shaved off the complete bike’s weight, promising an even swifter journey towards what Specialized dubs “Gravel Enlightenment”. Enlightenment aside, … Read more

Wife of Australian cyclist killed after crashing into “invisible, camouflaged” cycle lane barrier launches legal action against local authority and calls for more safety considerations for cyclists

The wife of a cyclist who died in Australia after colliding with a “camouflaged” grey barrier on a shared-use path has launched legal proceedings against the local government over her husband’s death and in a bid to prevent similar tragic incidents in the future.66-year-old Graham Forte was riding his bike on a shared cycle and … Read more

Ekoi Gel Memory Bib Shorts Black

The Ekoi Gel Memory Bib Shorts are comfortable on the bike and feel made to last, but not everyone will find the gel pad very supportive. The panel shaping is very effective but the resulting looks won’t be for everyone either, and they size up quite small and tight. Given the very high price, all … Read more