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Cafe owner blames closure on Brexit and cost of living crisis, but mainly bike lane for “nightmare” 50% loss of sales

A north London cafe and deli owner set to close her business after nine years has blamed a major cycle lane project and says sales halved since it was installed as taxi drivers stopped visiting because they had nowhere to park. The infrastructure on Seven Sisters Road was installed last year, Transport for London introducing Cycleway 50 in reaction to a concerning … Read more

Cyclist who swerved to avoid out-of-control driver questions if £500 fine for “driving without due care” an “appropriate” punishment

A cyclist has recalled how he narrowly avoided a collision with a driver who lost control on a bend, the motorist almost smashing into the rider and another vehicle having rounded the corner on the verge of the wrong side of a Somerset road. The images of the incident have also prompted questions about how it was dealt with … Read more

Is he (Shaun of the) Dead wrong about cyclists? Simon Pegg slammed for ‘me passing cyclists’ skit, blasting people on bikes “riding two abreast” and “in the middle of the road”; Shock and awe as Pogačar pulls off epic Giro TT win + more on the live blog

Birzman The Pump with Helix II

The Birzman The Pump with Helix II is a high-quality product made to exacting engineering standards. The pumping action is smooth and the head swivels smoothly, though there are a couple of minor niggles on what is generally a very well-thought-out piece of kit.Check out our best track pumps buyer’s guide for other alternatives, or our best bike … Read more

Transport Secretary says tougher laws for dangerous cyclists “under review” and will be considered “with an open mind”

Transport Secretary Mark Harper said tougher legislation to prosecute cyclists who kill or injure pedestrians is “under review” and will be considered “with an open mind”. Sir Iain Duncan Smith, the former leader of the Conservative Party, has this week tabled a series of amendments to the Criminal Justice Bill that would see cyclists, as … Read more

Why do my feet hurt when cycling and how can I solve it?

Feet can often be the cause of discomfort on the bike whether that be hotspots, pressure points or numbness. According to our friendly local bike fitter this is almost always avoidable, so we went along for a lesson and some remedies for you to try if you experience foot pain on the bike. 2024 Jamie … Read more

20mph speed limits and more cycle lanes coming to Bristol? All roads “where possible” set for speed limit under Green Party plan

With the Green Party set to have control of Bristol’s council following last week’s election success, eyes have now turned to the manifesto promises of the campaign, the city’s “slow, expensive and unreliable” transport network to be tackled with increased investment in cycling and walking, as well as the installation of 20mph zones on all … Read more

Six of the best cycling holiday destinations in Europe — plan your next epic trip and ride the routes virtually before you go

This summer I want to go and ride my bike somewhere that isn’t my local roads… the only problem is, I can’t decide where. There are cycling meccas like Mallorca or Calpe, the historic mountain ranges such as the French Alps or the Pyrenees, or I could stay closer to home and ride across Britain. With the … Read more

Just in time for #35? Mark Cavendish wins first sprint in three months at Tour de Hongrie; Police ask cyclists to “remove wheels and saddle if they can’t keep their bike inside” after bike theft; Reaction to Zwift subscription hike + more on the live blog

Kostume EDIT003 Men’s Long Sleeve Cargo Jersey

The Kostüme EDIT003 Men’s Long Sleeve Cargo Jersey is a funky-looking limited-edition top from the umlaut-wielding-but-actually-British clothing company. The far-from-understated design is by the former street artist Remi Rough, and will certainly get you noticed. It’s quite thin for a long-sleeve jersey, though, which means it’s not a top for the coldest winter days, but … Read more