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What are the staff at road.cc getting for Christmas? Find out what’s in Santa’s cargo bike for some superb cycling-themed gift ideas

This article contains paid promotion on behalf of Bryton, DaySaver, Lezyne, Frog Bikes, DMR, Tubolito, Altura, Cateye, Cycology, Rouvy, Gtechniq, Angry Pablo and icTrainer. It turns out that sometimes, cyclists can be quite hard to buy Christmas presents for! We know this because as road.cc begins winding down after another busy year, we’ve been out buying presents for the staff as … Read more

3T unveils the Extrema Italia gravel bike

Raleigh Centros Hub Gear

Senior RAC figure hails “common sense has prevailed” as “bizarre” wiggly cycle lane to be removed

The head of policy for car insurance and breakdown cover provider the RAC has declared it is “good to see common sense has prevailed” after an independent review recommended a “bizarre” seafront road layout, with a cycle lane and eye-catching wiggly lines, should be reversed and car parking restored.Commenting to GB News, Simon Williams said common sense had … Read more

Winter e-bike tips: electric bike and battery care in colder weather

Mr Loophole makes renewed call for cyclist number plates, but gets shut down by Jeremy Vine show panel

Nick Freeman, otherwise known by his Mr Loophole nickname, the lawyer famous for obtaining not guilty verdicts for celebrities charged with driving offences, has once again reasserted his stance that cyclists should be required to display a registration number plate or tabard, be subject to speed limits, penalty points and a host of other legislation applied … Read more

Cloned number plates warning as cyclist injured in hit-and-run “in limbo” 10 months on

A cyclist seriously injured in a hit-and run and his solicitor have warned of the dangers of motorists using vehicles with cloned plates to avoid accountability, making it more difficult for the police to trace.Stephen Mead was left with fractures to his arm and leg after a head-on collision in Stotfold in Bedfordshire in January. He was wearing a … Read more

“Get on the f***ing road!” Angry pedestrian confronts cyclist for “riding on the pavement” – while standing in front of shared-use path sign; National Cycle Network or cyclocross course?; “Why I stopped complaining about cyclists” + more on the live blog

Santini Guard Neo – Jacket With Hood

There are two things you notice immediately about the Santini Guard Neo – Jacket With Hood: the colour and the price. Yep, £340 marks this out as a premium investment – and that orange colour is a real retina scorcher when you see it in the flesh. It’s also available in a subdued black-on-black colour … Read more

Trek Commuter Comp R Flare R City Bike Light Set

The Trek Commuter Comp R Flare R City Bike Light Set chucks out a decent amount of illumination for urban riding or situations when you don’t need more than the front light’s 450-lumen output. It’s well made, stands up to the elements and is quick and easy to fit to your bike – but there … Read more