A hit-and-run motorist who was driving without his licence and hit a cyclist, who said he thought he had “hit an animal”, has been sentenced to one year in prison and disqualified from driving for four years, with the judge also saying that he must pass an extended re-test before being allowed back on the … Read more
The Crankbrothers F16 is a highly precise, well-made and smartly thought out multi-tool. This premium tool is made from machined metal and uses magnetics throughout. Including a water-resistant sleeve for tubeless plugs and spare chain links, it covers almost every eventuality.If you’re new to this game, read our beginner’s guide to bike tools; for more … Read more
After Kona Bikes staff were spotted taking down the brand’s stall at the Sea Otter Classic, a major bicycle industry expo on Wednesday, it has been reported that the Canadian bike brand’s owner has appointed a new chief financial officer (CFO) to “pursue new opportunities”.Founded in 1988 in Vancouver, Kona is famous for its mountain … Read more
Time – the French pedal brand which was acquired by SRAM in 2021– has updated its pedal range into a simpler and sleeker line-up with a few minor technical updates, including different spindle length options for the XPRO models. With the new looks and fewer options to choose from, Time says it’s “easier to compare models … Read more
The owner of a car dealership has threatened legal action over bicycle storage that he believes will “block access” to his showroom if a development of five new flats is built next to his business, with new residents to not have any car parking spaces and instead to receive bike shop discounts and cycling leaflets.James Brayley is the owner … Read more
Nowadays, it’s said that an endurance road bike is what most amateur cyclists will be happiest riding on tarmac. They’re typically more comfortable, have more relaxed geometry and have space for wider tyres than a road race bike. The only real downside is that they’re supposedly slower than racier road bikes, or fully-fledged aero bikes… or are they? Hampton Court cycle lane … Read more
The Velotoze Knitted Waterproof Gloves are comfortable, dextrous, and offer worthwhile protection from rain. Cold air will slowly chill them at speed, though, and they get sweaty if it’s mild or the sun appears, but in wintry rain they’re worth it. They’re generally something you’re glad to be wearing – though only within quite a … Read more
City of London Police has handed out 944 fixed penalty notices to cyclists for riding through red lights since its Cycle Response Unit was formed nine months ago, the force has today revealed.The authority — which polices the Square Mile area of the English capital home to the Stock Exchange, Bank of England and St Paul’s … Read more
