“How to stay alive as a cyclist in North America”: Florida man spotted riding with ‘Armed Cyclist’ jersey, close passing flags and countless bike lights sparks cycling safety discussions

Images of a man riding across the US with a vast array of lights and technology and the message ‘Armed Cyclist’ on the back of his jersey have led to discussions about cycling safety, and just how much is too much when it comes to protecting oneself from harm on the bike. The pictures were taken by Jonathan Maus, … Read more

“Cutting it a bit fine on Buchanan Street”: Riders narrowly avoid crowds crossing the road during Glasgow world championships

The road races at this year’s inaugural multi-discipline UCI Cycling World Championships have started with a bang, with two thoroughly entertaining junior races on a tough and technical city centre circuit in Glasgow – but they haven’t been without their teething problems. One of those lingering issues has been an apparent delay in ushering spectators … Read more

Lomo 13L Bikepacking Seat Pack Dry Bag

The budget-friendly Lomo 13L Bikepacking Seat Pack Dry Bag is a large capacity saddle bag for multi-day bikepacking adventures and more. Its 13-litre volume means you can carry a fair amount of kit tucked in nicely behind you when you’re pedalling, though it may swing from side to side when fully packed. And coming from … Read more

Frog Tadpole balance bike

The Frog Tadpole balance bike is very well made, thought out, and has all the bells and whistles that my daughter loved. However, it is very expensive for a balance bike.After a kid’s bike or balance bike? Check out our best kids’ bikes buyer’s guide.Frog has become synonymous with children’s bikes and the Tadpole is, according to … Read more

GripGrab Lightweight SL Summer Socks

These GripGrab Lightweight SL Summer Socks are great – cool, comfy and supportive – although the messaging across the toes is a bit weird. Check out our guide to the best cycling socks for more options.These are very much summer socks, with mesh across the top and up the front of the ankle. They are … Read more

“Bike theft scourge will continue until there’s a genuine risk criminals might get caught,” warns Cycling UK, as police figures reveal only one in a hundred thefts lead to prosecution

Cycling UK has warned that the “scourge” of bike theft will continue until criminals “believe there is a genuine risk of getting caught”, after figures published by Sussex Police revealed that only one in a hundred reported thefts over the past year resulted in a prosecution or court summons.According to Sussex Police’s stats, 2,273 bike … Read more