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Inventor of hand-worn cycling indicator thinks new brighter lights will win cyclists round after dim start to crowdfunding campaign — plus some very bling bars and… a speedsuit for gravel?!

It’s time for Tech of the Week, where we bring you an eclectic mix of new stuff that turned our head this week. The latest round-up includes a flash new skinsuit from Castelli, bling bars from Reserve Wheels, some fun from Strava and Pinarello’s most premium shopping experience possible. But first, we need to talk … Read more

Concerns for vulnerable road users as Met disbands specialist cycle and motorcycle safety units

Specialist Met Police units that investigate fatal collisions involving HGV’s and London buses, with a specific focus on cyclist and motorbike safety, are being disbanded as part of a major overhaul of road policing in the capital.The changes are being introduced this month as part of the second phase of the force’s “New Met for London” … Read more

Police receive record number of camera submissions in 2025… most of them from cyclists (again)

Avon and Somerset Police received a record number of ‘journey-cam’ submissions in 2025, the vast majority of which came from cyclists, the latest figures from the force show.The force, also covering Bristol and South Gloucestershire, saw a 23 per cent increase in footage submitted by drivers, cyclists, motorcyclists, and passengers, with cyclists making up more … Read more

Check out the Mercian tandem that Greg James will ride 1,000km for Comic Relief

BBC Radio 1’s Greg James is preparing to take on a 1,000km tandem challenge across the UK to raise funds for Comic Relief’s Red Nose Day, and here’s the steel tandem he’ll be riding from Derby-based Mercian Cycles.Greg James hosts the BBC Radio 1 Breakfast Show, and he’s taken on two previous challenges for Comic … Read more

‘Extreme gravel’ bike tech is certainly intriguing… but it’s not new or unique enough to encourage me to add another bike to my stable (yet)

When it comes to off-road bike tech, my eyes tend to be rolling while both wide open and winking a lot of late, though at the same time I have to admit it also makes me grin. The mountain bike is dead. Long live the MTB! Mountain biking has become gentrified… but is that progress? … Read more

Cyclists outnumbering drivers at rush hour on busy Glasgow road, as campaigners hail “colossal” impact of safe cycle lanes

Glasgow – it’s just like Amsterdam. Or at least that’s the opinion of Cycling Scotland, whose latest traffic survey found that cyclists are outnumbering car drivers at rush hour on a busy road in the south of Scotland’s largest city.In fact, according to the cycling charity’s figures, bikes accounted for over 16 per cent of … Read more

Exposure Zenith 4

The latest incarnation of the USE Exposure Zenith helmet light gets a USB-C port upgrade for quicker and easier charging, a slightly bigger battery and increased lumen output. It’s still a top performer, and is now even more intuitive to use, but it’ll put a sizeable dent in your wallet. Best mountain bike lights 2026 … Read more

UCI calls for “clear regulatory framework” to govern rider airbags

The UCI has called for the creation of a “clear regulatory framework” governing the future use of airbag systems in the professional peloton, which the governing body says will enable the safety tech to “meet the needs of riders and teams”, while also aligning with “industrial realities” faced by manufacturers.At a management committee meeting held … Read more

‘It’s unfortunate and absurd we have to challenge this’: Cycling club launches lawsuit after New York City lowers bicycle speed limit in Central Park; Albert Bridge shut to motorists + more on the live blog

Deuter Cabezon HB 14

The Deuter Cabezon HB 14 is a high capacity, heavy duty handlebar bag designed for all sorts of bikepacking. Utilising a versatile and well-thought-out two-part “holster and dry bag” system, it’s a sturdy 14-litre storage solution that remains stable even on demanding terrain.The bag is split into two components: a semi-rigid ‘frame’ that stays attached … Read more