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World Naked Bike Ride cyclists defend protest ride in face of calls for ban
This weekend saw hundreds of cyclists take part in World Naked Bike Ride events up and down the UK, protesting car culture and dependency on oil, as well as highlighting the vulnerability of riding a bicycle. And while reports on the ground in London, Brighton and York centred on the carnival atmosphere and enjoyment felt by … Read more
FLR F-11 Knit shoes
The FLR F-11 Knits are very crisp-looking shoes, super-comfy, with a smart white knitted upper and a good retention system. Though they come from a brand that has riders in the pro peloton rocking its kicks, these F-11 Knits aren’t necessarily a shoe for the racer, with a nylon composite sole and rather a flexy … Read more
Government will struggle to introduce ‘death by dangerous cycling’ law before next general election, report suggests
The introduction of a ‘death by dangerous cycling’ law, proposed by then-Transport Secretary Grant Shapps last year, is unlikely to be passed before the next general election due to a lack of parliamentary time.According to The Sunday Telegraph, the Department for Transport has told campaigners, many of whom are bereaved relatives, that the proposed update … Read more
“Complex rope rescue” after cyclist crashes from bridge into river
Emergency services rushed a cyclist to hospital on Sunday afternoon after the rider crashed over a low wall, plummeting into the river below.The incident unfolded near Heywood, in Greater Manchester, on a narrow bridge that crosses Cheesden Brook, and saw fire crews called to rescue the man from the water as he was inaccessible to paramedics.Manchester Evening … Read more
Velocio Men’s Luxe Bib Short
Velocio Men’s Luxe bib shorts are luxurious indeed. They feel and fit like they’ve been sprayed on, and the pad is super comfy too. As you might have guessed, the price tag follows suit.A previous pair of Velocio’s bibs – the Concept Bib Shorts – won the ‘money no object’ category in our 2023 Best … Read more