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Schwalbe Glueless Patches
Schwalbe’s glueless patches are useful for field repairs, as long as you allow for the things they can’t do.In the words of Clint Eastwood as Harry Callaghan, a man’s gotta know his limitations. That applies to these glueless patches from Schwalbe too: they work well, as long as you respect their limitations.> Buy now: Schwalbe … Read more
Power meter connectivity is coming to the Apple Watch — can it kill off the dedicated bike computer?
Apple announced a number of updates at their annual WWDC event (World Wide Developer Conference) yesterday, including watchOS 10 for Apple Watch with a host of new features including redesigned apps and additional watch faces. We are most interested, though, in the new Bluetooth cycling sensor support, which includes power meter connectivity. Could this be the thing that … Read more
Another man charged over knifepoint robbery at Mark Cavendish’s family home
A man has been charged in relation to the robbery at the family home of Mark Cavendish which saw intruders break in and steal high-value watches and a Louis Vuitton suitcase.In February, two men were jailed for 12 and 15 years respectively after being found guilty of two counts of robbery in relation to the … Read more
Police force criticised for one close pass prosecution from 286 submissions admits need to review how reports are managed
West Midlands Police’s processing of public-reported video footage showing driving offences “is currently under review”, the force admitted, after it recently came under criticism when a news story on this website revealed that 286 cyclist close pass submissions had resulted in just one prosecution.Data released by the force in response to a Freedom of Information request, by Chris Smith, showed that of … Read more
Hit-and-run driver ran red light “at speed” and hit 10-year-old cyclist, avoids jail
A hit-and-run driver who jumped a red light “at speed” in his Audi A4 — colliding with a schoolgirl cycling across the junction on her way home — before fleeing the scene and abandoning his car without helping the injured child, has avoided jail.Layla Shepard was 10 at the time of the collision which happened at around 6.49pm … Read more
Ekoi AR14 Star Ltd Chrome Gold
The Ekoi AR14 Star Ltd Chrome Gold helmet has a bling, less-is-more design, with no extra Mips or similar protection system and a rear cradle for adjustment that’s definitely on the minimal side. It’s light, comfortable and neatly finished, and does look awesome in the sun, but you’re paying around £100 more for that over … Read more