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“Would they like the shirt off my back as well?” Bike shop owners fume as Cycle to Work scheme stops retailers charging additional fees

Cycle to Work scheme provider Cyclescheme has come in for heavy criticism from bike shop owners who have branded the company’s decision to update its retailer partner agreement – preventing retailers from charging additional fees on bikes purchased under the scheme – as “incredibly short-sighted” and “infuriating”, and a change that could lead to shop … Read more

Boardman bolsters range with new road and adventure bikes that look excellent value

Boardman has introduced three new road and adventure bikes that, on paper at least, look like they offer excellent value for money. The Boardman SLR 8.9 Disc Di2 road bike, for example, comes with a carbon fibre frame and Shimano’s 105 Di2 groupset with electronic shifting and hydraulic disc brakes for £2,800.Judging by our experiences … Read more

School bike racks destroyed by speeding, out-of-control motorist, as pupils and teachers stage protest demanding introduction of 20mph limit

Pupils and teachers at a primary school located on a road where three speeding motorists have crashed in the space of three months – one colliding with and flattening the school’s bike racks – have staged a protest calling on the council to introduce a 20mph speed limit and traffic-calming measures on the road, before … Read more

Merlin Black Friday takeover — HUGE 43% off Ultegra Di2 groupset, half price pedals PLUS Castelli Perfetto jacket, Fizik, Kask, 4iiii deals + more

It’s Friday, Black Friday, and it’s a Merlin Takeover Friday, so a triple whammy if you will! Merlin have sourced an exciting selection of offers this week, including more great Shimano deals and huge discounts on winter clothing, accessories, power meters and much more. If you’re serious about your training, then 4iiii’s Precision power meter for just … Read more

Gorewear Gore-Tex Paclite Pants Men’s

The Gorewear Gore-Tex Paclite Pants are an excellent addition to any rider’s winter kit bag thanks to the comprehensive waterproofing, impressive breathability and the well-executed versatility of the Velcro calf straps, which mean you can tighten them up and loosen them on the fly. I love the smart, straight cut of the leg, and they … Read more

“Hi-vis distracts from the real issues on our roads,” says makers of bike camera warning signs; “Tedious” number plate debate follows former Met chief’s comments; Friday Facebook Fancy; A front light with a difference; Mythbusting + more on the live blog

“Dangerous” cyclists “entirely unaccountable” and should have number plates, argues former Met Police chief

The discussion around number plates for cyclists has been reignited today in the House of Lords, the former Commissioner of the Metropolitan Police, Lord Hogan-Howe, claiming that to tackle danger cyclists should need “a registration plate somewhere on the back” in order to avoid being “entirely unaccountable”.The topic has enjoyed an extended spell out of the … Read more

“A light-hearted joke”: Labour shadow transport secretary addresses backlash over cycling comments

The shadow transport secretary and Labour Party MP for Sheffield Heeley, Louise Haigh, has addressed criticism from cyclists, campaigners and road safety figures that followed her interview comments about active travel policies, 20mph speed limits and low-traffic neighbourhoods.Speaking to The Star, Haigh insisted that active travel is “essential for economic growth” and “every pound invested delivers … Read more

Altura Arran 36 Panniers

The Altura Arran 36 Panniers, as the name suggests, can carry 36 litres of cargo between them. The only problem is, if the roads are rough, they might not carry it the whole way.For more options, check out our guide to the best bike pannier bags and pannier racks.> Buy now: Altura Arran 36 Panniers … Read more