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Riding with Raynaud's

November 7, 2024

Raynaud's affects circulation at the extremities, leaving fingers and toes pale and numb. It's particularly troublesome for those of us who enjoy spending time outside. A bout of Raynaud's is an unwelcome interruption to any winter walk or cycle ride.

Cycling

Are fat tyre e-bikes the SUVs of cycling?

November 6, 2024

When balloon tyres were first launched about 90 years ago, riders welcomed the over-sized profiles, which could run on lower pressures to give a cushiony feel and comfortable ride on bumpy surfaces. In fact, the appeal was so strong they became the defining feature of cruiser bikes.

e-bikes

Grandfather of e-bikes withdraws from US market

November 5, 2024

Yamaha, a pioneer in e-bike technology and the first company to launch a commercially available pedal-assist electric bicycle in 1993, has announced it will leave the American e-bike market at the end of next month.

e-bikes

One UK driver has 172 penalty points, but no ban

November 4, 2024

Britain’s streets are under siege, and it’s not just from congestion and pollution: it’s from drivers repeatedly breaking the law without facing meaningful consequences.

If the Merino cap fits, wear it

October 31, 2024

It helps to invest in a few good quality cycling-specific items. For example, the merino wool used to make this smart-looking cap is hard wearing and has a natural antibacterial property that promises to keep it smelling fresh.

Cycling

Could pavement parking soon be history in Bristol?

October 31, 2024

If the city council's plans succeed, the days of pavement parking in Bristol may be numbered.

Driving

Breakdown cover for speed pedelecs

October 30, 2024

Think of speed pedelcs as the moped reincarnated, minus the petrol but packed with potential to transform longer distance commuting.

e-bikes

CargoX: Future transport is here now

October 29, 2024

Dutch e-bike makers Stoer have just launched the futuristic-looking CargoX, Europe's first fat-tyre cargo bike.

Cycling safety: HGV 'off-tracking'

October 29, 2024

HGV off-tracking refers to how large vehicles, particularly articulated Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs) with trailers, take wider turns and move slightly outside their lane when turning. This happens because the trailer doesn’t follow the exact path of the front wheels but rather cuts inside, which can pose a serious hazard for other road users.

Cycling