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Wiggle reportedly heading towards administration due to parent company funding woes
Online cycling, running and swimming retailer Wiggle has reportedly entered voluntary administration in the wake of the funding crisis that has engulfed parent company, Germany-based Signa Sports United (SSU), after the company that controls it announced earlier this week that it would no longer be providing €150 million in funding to the business over the … Read more
Topeak Ratchet N Roll Elite
The Topeak Ratchet’n Roll Elite really is a ratchet in a roll, so you can (maybe) excuse that name. It’s also a tubeless repair and CO2 kit, in case your tyres are more given to pop.Check out our guide to the best bike multi-tools for other portable means of fixing and fettling.There’s a lot to be said … Read more
Cyclist wins £6.1m in damages after driver hit him causing life-changing injuries – driver got £146 fine
A cyclist who was left with life-changing injuries when a motorist turned across his path as he rode home from work has been awarded more than £6 million in damages following an out-of-court settlement in a complicated case that included experts acting for the victim successfully arguing that he was not to blame in any … Read more
The best bike lights for cycle commuting from Magicshine: Light the way, whatever your budget
Anybody who wants to understand how far cycling and cycling technology has come over the last few decades need look no further than bicycle lights. It wasn’t actually that long ago when bike lights were frankly massive, chunky things powered by heavy batteries (remember Ever Ready lights?) with the only distinguishing feature being that you … Read more
Band of Climbers Empire LS Thermal Jersey
The Band of Climbers Empire LS Thermal Jersey scores very well thanks to its high-quality fabrics and the excellent attention to smaller details. This mid-weight jersey feels like a very well-considered product, though it won’t help you out when the rain arrives, it lacks reflective elements and the colour choices are quite conservative.> Buy now: … Read more