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Police force slammed for “stoking culture war” with “Operation LYCRA” targeting cyclists

The cycling-related complaints keep on coming for Thames Valley Police, a week on from the force’s Police & Crime Commissioner admitting “very valid concerns” around how cyclists’ reports of dangerous driving have been dealt with, the force now attracting criticism for undertaking “Operation LYCRA”.That’s the name the official ‘TVP Windsor and Maidenhead’ Facebook account gave for its Neighbourhood Policing … Read more

“Road safety is everyone’s business”: 90% increase in video footage of dangerous driving reported to police with almost 20,000 reports from Avon & Somerset over 3 years

More than 200,000 video submissions of dangerous driving and other incidents on the roads of England and Wales have been made through Operation SNAP’s online reporting portal since the start of 2021, new figures have revealed.Research undertaken by Accident Claims Advice suggests that video reports submitted to police forces of dangerous driving or other alleged offences are up … Read more

Is Muc-Off’s Hey Dipstick! the most useful tool going for tubeless tyre users? Plus PEdALED’s performance sunglasses (that don’t fold), terrific titanium from Ribble + more

Have you ever considered checking your tyre sealant levels the same way you check the oil in your car? This week our selection of cycling tech we have in for review features everything from a titanium road bike, to non-folding sunglasses to Muc-Off’s simple yet seemingly super useful sealant level checker. Plus, there are some deep-section carbon wheels from Scribe … Read more

Charity that runs London parks wants new laws to prosecute cyclists for breaking 20mph speed limit in Regent’s Park and Richmond Park

The charity responsible for London’s Royal Parks has asked the government to amend legislation “with a view to setting speed limits for cyclists” in its parks which, if introduced, could see riders exceeding 20mph speed limits prosecuted.The organisation runs London’s Royal Parks — two of which, Richmond Park and Regent’s Park — are popular with the capital’s cyclists and … Read more

Giro Caden II Urban Helmet

The Giro Caden II Urban is an understated-looking commuting helmet from one of the biggest names in the industry. It’s comfortable, well vented for the daily commute, comes in at a reasonable weight and the price is right.Looking for things to pair an urban helmet with? Check out our guide to the best casual cycling … Read more