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Business owner claims active travel schemes will “kill trade” as council considers closing roads to motor traffic
As the city of Sheffield unveils its plans to make an up-and-coming neighbourhood friendly to cyclists and pedestrians, one business owner told the BBC he would lose out on trade without easy access for lorries and vans.Sheffield City Council’s plans include new bike lanes and pedestrian crossings in Neepsend, West Bar and on Kelham Island. The council … Read more
Three years in jail for pedestrian convicted of manslaughter after cyclist’s death
* On 8 May 2024 Auriol Grey’s manslaughter conviction was overturned at appeal. *A pedestrian who aggressively confronted an elderly cyclist who was riding on the pavement, causing her to be killed after she fell into the path of a vehicle, has been jailed for three years for manslaughter.Auriol Grey, aged 49, was convicted of … Read more
Colnago introduces C68 Allroad for the “light off-road” market
Colnago has officially released the 2023 C68 Allroad, its first model designed for both tarmac and light off-road use (as opposed to full-on gravel use). The Colnago C68 Allroad is based on the Italian brand’s C68 Road model but with its own geometry designed to be “more compact and comfortable” and with space for tyres up to … Read more
Nalini Ergo XWarm Jersey
I would have called the Nalini Ergo XWarm Jersey the QWarm, because it’s quite warm rather than extra warm, but this is why I don’t work in marketing. Nevertheless, it makes a comfy and very useful mid-layer or sunny spring/autumn top layer, even if it lacks the windproofing of a worthy outer when it’s actually … Read more
NiteRider Lumina Max 2000 Front Bike Light with NiteLink
The NiteRider Lumina Max 2000 Front Bike Light with NiteLink is a good all-round option with settings suitable for everything from daytime road riding to night-time mountain biking, although the beam pattern and all-out power are certainly directed more towards off-road riding. You’ll find more options in our guide to the best bike lights, for … Read more
Brompton boss frustrated to be fighting “war of attrition” against rip-off rivals
Bromtpon Bikes’ CEO Will Butler-Adams has detailed the “war of attrition” the iconic folding bicycle manufacturer finds itself battling, pointing to a host of cheaper brands copying designs across China and Europe.Speaking to the Telegraph, the brand’s managing director said the ongoing issue is just one part of the challenging post-pandemic cycling industry picture, and made … Read more
Specialized/Fjällräven Women’s Adventure Vest
The Specialized/Fjällräven Women’s Adventure Vest gives good wind protection yet is incredibly light and packable. The relaxed styling and pockets make it a good one for adventure and gravel riding, and the recycled polyester content is a nice sustainable touch too.Check out our guide to the best cycling gilets for more options, including insulated designs … Read more