Sir Chris Hoy has revealed that he is currently undergoing treatment for cancer, after being diagnosed last year.The six-time Olympic champion, arguably the greatest track cyclist of all time, announced on Friday evening that his treatment, which includes chemotherapy, is “going really well” and that he is looking forward to “an exciting year of work … Read more
In January, you may recall, North Yorkshire Police received the Near Miss of the Day treatment after a cyclist accused them of lacking transparency and not taking “enough action” against dangerous drivers who threaten the lives of vulnerable road users. Now, just over a month later, it’s the turn of their colleagues in West Yorkshire … Read more
A council’s transport director has stressed that local authorities have to “keep working” on installing cycling infrastructure to encourage more people to travel by bike – arguing that in the Netherlands “it took decades to create the cycling culture it has now” – after one councillor claimed that few people are using the area’s cycle … Read more
The Freya Active Dynamic sports bra is designed for high-intensity exercise but works really well for cycling. It shuns the more traditional pull-over design of cycling bras, but offers much more support as a result – with both a three-pronged clasp, and a J hook for wearing it racerback style.It’s supportive without being suffocating, and … Read more
In 2018 I wrote about whether the Highway Code was fit for purpose, how it should be updated and commenting on the Department for Transport’s recommended changes.I highlighted four of the key ways in which the Highway Code could be updated for the benefit of cyclists, both to promote cycling among would-be cyclists and to … Read more
A planned extension of a recently installed cycle lane which has proved controversial with locals – with one resident even conducting his own cyclist count along the infrastructure after accusing the local authority of producing “misleading” figures – has been approved by Lancashire County Council, despite complaints that the project will add 570 metres to … Read more
The Muc-Off AirMach Mini Pump is a smart-looking, pocket-friendly design that will get you out of a flat situation. As with all pumps of this size, it provides a workout to get to a rideable pressure, but you at least get a secure valve/hose connection – as long as those valves are threaded; if you … Read more
A cyclist whose group ride ended with him suffering a broken back after a careless driver hit him at a roundabout has appealed for drivers to “be aware” of cyclists and asked for all road users to “just be considerate” as “if you’re not careful or paying attention then you can seriously hurt someone”.The comments come … Read more
