The cycling community is almost like its own little nation. We all share one hobby, or ‘nationality’ – we’re all from Cyclocity (or Veloham?) – if you like. However, within Cyclocity there are a number of diverse groups. We tend to either ride ...
Archives for October 2013
Top 10 winter cycling accessories
It only seems fitting after our top 10 summer cycling accessories, we do a roundup of our top 10 winter cycling accessories. DHB EQ 2.5 winter cycling jacket This jacket is built for cold, wet weather. With seams taped and waterproof zips, as ...
No shower at your office? No problem!
Guest post by Jude from Cycling with Heels. The shower at my workplace has recently been deep cleaned. I’m not suggesting that this has never happened before, but it was enough of a novelty that Facilities put up signs weeks before the event, ...
London Cyclist app
Would you like to find London's best bike shops, cycle cafes, bike rentals and mobile bike repair mechanics? That's what the free London Cyclist app aims to do. To download, search the app store for London Cyclist or: [button ...
How would you respond to this text message about dangers of cycling?
"I am desperately worried about you cycling in London. You are not a driver and don't realise the hazards of cycling in such a busy area even with cycle paths. I was knocked off my bike when I was young and cars and lorries appear from nowhere." - ...
Review of Endura Pakajak foldaway jacket
Post by Jude from Cycling with Heels. Autumn is a tricky time of year, at least when it comes to choosing what to wear to cycle in. It’s not yet cold enough for the heavy-duty winter gear, but you still need something to keep off the early ...
Tips for wet weather riding
It can be tempting to poke your nose outside as rain falls from the sky in buckets, shake your head, and take the train instead - but it doesn’t have to be that way. Wet weather riding can be strangely liberating if done right – and if you can’t ...
Once you see these pictures you won’t be able to resist the Ride Across Britain
When the Deloitte Ride Across Britain team sent over these pictures, my jaw dropped. The ride looks stunning. Covering 3 countries, over the course of 9 days and pedalling a total of 969 miles. This has to be the biggest challenge in UK ...
Endura Urban Leather Glove review
When we reviewed the Endura Urban Range back in July, we mentioned that there was a leather glove available as part of the range. We hadn’t tried it out though – because it was July, hot and we were enjoying the feeling – which is rare in this ...
Case Logic iPad and 11.6” Laptop Messenger bag review
Case Logic are a well known brand when it comes to making laptop sleeves and carriers, and we’ve been putting one of their latest products through the mill on the bike as well. Messenger bags – or at least the sort used by couriers through London ...
Timbuk2 cycling bags reviewed
Timbuk2 bags review There is no brand so synonymous with messenger bags as Timbuk2, and the original San Francisco company have a wide array of bags – not just messenger – on the market. We’ve put two of them to the test. Classic ...
Bike kit storage that doesn’t cost the room
Cycling starts off as a lovely simple hobby – you pop on your trainers, strap a helmet to your head, jump on the bike and off you go. Then – a couple of years pass and suddenly you have multiple pedals, a collection of steeds, several helmets for ...
Shoes built to withstand the rainiest place on earth
Warm, dry and not sweaty. Is that too much for cyclists to ask from their footwear? It seems one company has the answer and they've put it through the ultimate test by taking them to the wettest place on earth. I always thought the wettest ...
Spot your stolen bike in this police gallery
The Met Police have uploaded a gallery with pictures of some of the 2,000 unclaimed bikes they stored across the capital. Have a flick through and see if you can spot your stolen bike! The gallery is part of an announcement today that bike theft ...
DHB Dare Long Sleeve Thermal Jersey Review
As the nights draw in and the days get shorter, there’s no doubt in the minds of cyclists all over London that winter is on its way, and summer is a distant memory. For cyclists, this means many things, including re-familiarising yourself with the ...
Clothing tips for your autumn rides
It’s a very British stereotype to start by talking about the weather. However – it’s also unavoidable when we live in a country where the weather plays tricks on us. A typical autumn day might begin with fog and a slightly dampening mist, giving way ...
Here are three London bike rides taking place soon
The LFGSS rides forum is one of the best places to hear about social rides taking place in London. Here's a recently selection.. October 19th: London Borough Spiral Ride This 180km ride has been organised by the forums members. Its a spiral loop ...
5 of the best selling bike lights
What is the best bike light? I hear you ask! To answer, let's take a look at 5 of the most innovative, best selling bike lights. I'll list them in order of entry level (highly affordable) to high end (plan a bank heist to buy one). Raleigh Led ...
Here’s What Happens When You Buy a Cheap Bike
A few days ago, the designer of the London Cyclist app tapped in to my vast cycling knowledge and asked me whether he should buy this £137.90 bike: I shrugged and muttered "Looks alright". My intuition told me he was probably looking for ...
Teva Mens Carbon Shoe review
While many cyclists are completely devoted to their cleats on whatever bike, I ride with cleats when I’m out cycling for leisure, but when I’m commuting I tend to wear normal trainers. There are a number of reasons for this: when commuting in London, ...