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Cyclist and granddaughter, 8, stopped for helmet “safety” advice by police who “sounded their sirens” and pulled pair over “because it’s dangerous”

When one Birmingham cyclist’s Saturday bike ride with his eight-year-old granddaughter was interrupted by the sound of police sirens they carefully continued on their way for a few seconds, after all it seemed implausible the noise could be for the pair “not doing anything wrong”, using a short stretch of cycle lane before returning to their preferred off-road routes for the remainder of the … Read more

Vulpine Men’s Rain Trousers

The Vulpine Men’s Rain Trousers are premium cycling-oriented smart/casual trousers that are packed full of features. They’re weather resistant too, which makes them a great addition to the cycle commuter’s wardrobe, with the high price about the only down side. Their stylish looks meant I wore them not just on my commute but when I was … Read more

Residents’ anger at plans to scrap car parking for cycle lane, but council transport director says walking and cycling should be “prioritised” as “there’s just not room for everything”

A proposal which the council says would see the “front of York Station transformed to create a new and improved gateway to the city”, with safe cycling infrastructure, improved pedestrian facilities and better access for bus users, has attracted objections from some residents who do not want to lose the parking spaces in front of their homes.Described in … Read more

Topeak Power Lever Pro

The Topeak Power Lever Pro fits an excellent chain tool into a lightweight package barely larger than the two tyre levers included. When you add in the master link pliers for both opening and closing your stored replacement link, the result is a compelling choice for long or short rides.It’s pretty much a given that … Read more

Check out the Spoon Customs 01 Sam Dunn hand-painted road bike

One of the most eye-catching bikes at the Bespoked Handmade Bicycle Show in Dresden, Germany, last weekend was this hand-painted model from Spoon Customs. Made from Columbus HSS Spirit steel tubing by Spoon founder Andy Carr and hand-painted by artist and illustrator Sam Dunn, it’s unique. 2023 Spoon Customs Bespoked Dresden – 8 (2) (Image … Read more

DJI Osmo Action 4 Adventure Combo

On seeing the DJI Osmo Action 4 strapped to my bike, a friend remarked, “Ah, you’ve got a new GoPro.” Like Hoover, and Walkman, where the brand name became interchangeable with the type of device, GoPro basically created and has defined the action camera market, so it’s both a pity and completely understandable that we … Read more