The Exposure BOOST DayBright front light is designed to let you be seen by other road users, but it doesn’t have enough power for night-time riding on unlit routes. The settings are simple to use, with three power levels you can run in either continuous or pulse mode. But the single button can be tricky … Read more
Police in Essex are investigating an incident in which a cyclist sustained a head injury after a passenger in a car that was passing struck him with a baseball bat.The cyclist, a man aged in his 20s, needed stitches to a cut to the top of his scalp following the incident, say Essex Pollice.The force says that it … Read more
Councils are being urged to apply to Active Travel England for a share of a £200 million fund which the government says is aimed at making cycling and walking more attractive choices for everyday travel – with the safety of women walking home at night one of the criteria that will be used to evaluate … Read more
Upgrading your bike’s wheels is one of the most significant performance-enhancing investments you can make, but let’s be honest, figuring out what the best bike wheels are for your needs can feel like finding a needle in a haystack.We review a lot of wheels, and the fact this week’s five cool things is all about wheels confirms … Read more
The Oladance Open Ear Headphones are an excellent way to listen to music while you’re riding, delivering incredibly clear sound while you barely notice you’re wearing them. Throw in an impressive battery life, and Oladance seems to have come close to creating the perfect product for those of us who like to combine listening to … Read more
The broadcaster Jeremy Vine has described as “garbage” an article published on Telegraph.co.uk which claimed there had been a “surge” at the number of injuries to on a protected cycle route in west London that he regularly uses to commute to and from central London.In a series of tweets about the article, which was published … Read more
Le Col’s Pro Bib Tights are a super high-end pair of bib tights. The fleece-lined inner material is soft against your skin, and their water-resistant surface helps to keep out the worst of the winter weather. And after the first wash, the chamois was up there with the most comfortable I have ever ridden in. … Read more
