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MP duped by Daily Mail article claiming famous palm tree will be “chopped down” to make way for cycle lanes gets corrected by London’s cycling commissioner
A Conservative MP who urged Transport for London to have a “rethink”, as she posted a Daily Mail article claiming that a famous palm tree in the city is set to be “chopped down” to make way for cycle lanes, has been criticised by walking and cycling commissioner Will Norman, who pointed out that the … Read more
Scott RC Pro Warm GORE-TEX +++ Men’s Bib Tights
The Scott RC Pro Warm Gore-Tex +++ Men’s Bib Tights keep you very warm in the coldest conditions winter can throw at you through their use of Gore-Tex Infinium on the front-facing panels. They provide all-day comfort thanks to a race-fit design that hugs your legs, and a plush chamois pad. They’re definite contenders for … Read more
“Misleading” Wahoo Kickr Black Friday deal result of “simple human error”, company says
Wahoo has said that “confusion” around its Black Friday deals, particularly around the inclusion of a year-long membership to Zwift, was due to a “simple human error”, after one customer complained that the ‘reduced’ pricing of the fitness company’s new Kickr Bike Shift was “misleading” and a “violation of marketing laws”.In September, Wahoo introduced the … Read more
Is a gravel bike the ultimate winter bike? Why you should make the switch to gravel from the classic winter road bike
Riding a bike outside during the winter months in the northern hemisphere can be challenging, mostly due to unpleasant weather conditions. It can dampen your motivation and quickly turn your pride and joy into a creaking mess. Here’s why I’ve chosen not to buy a dedicated winter road bike and spend my money on a gravel bike … Read more
Apidura Packable Visibility Vest
The Apidura Packable Visibility Vest is light, fits easily in a jersey pocket and definitely fills a market need. While it is small in size, it provides a surprising amount of additional visibility from the front and back.Intent on cycling through the dark days and nights of winter? Read our feature 6 tips for cycling … Read more
Environmental activists oppose “problematic” new cycle lane plans due to proposed relocation of trees that survived “chainsaw massacre”
Plans to install a new city centre cycle path on Plymouth’s Armada Way – where over 100 trees were felled by the local authority in March this year, prompting a High Court injunction and widespread protests – have been opposed by local campaigners, who have described the council’s proposal to relocate six trees that survived … Read more
Basso Venta Disc 105 2023
The Basso Venta Disc 105 is a sporty little number, with race-styled geometry and a stiff, firm frameset that responds well to a little kick of the pedals. It’s a lot of fun, with plenty of feedback, which gives you the confidence to push it hard through the bends and unleash the power for a … Read more
Lezyne KTV Drive Pro 300+
The Lezyne KTV Drive Pro 300+ is a decent 300-lumen ‘be seen’ light, designed to make you visible on the roads – though it can help you see where you’re going in a pinch. It’s quick to mount, has good run-times of between 3 and 100 hours, uses a USB-C charging port, and also has … Read more