With the London Cyclist 2016 roundup of the best GPS options for cyclists guide just released, now seemed like a good time to provide a through review of one of the options we mentioned. I have had the Polar M400 for a year now and it has replaced ...
Archives for February 2016
Cycling GPS devices
Here's our 2016 guide to GPS devices for cyclists. The two main goals of a cycling GPS devices is to be able to track your cycling and to provide turn by turn directions. As with all technology, there are little variations in what each unit ...
The People’s Poncho review
We have talked about waterproofs and strategies for staying in dry in the past. One item that we have not really reviewed but many of you have mentioned is a poncho. These waterproof items are a little more versatile in some respects than a normal ...
Top rated arm and leg warmers
Simple tubes of material might not seem like anything special – but considering we live in a country where the weather changes its mind quicker than a hormonal teenager, they’re pretty useful. Arm and leg warmers pack down smaller than a jacket or ...
Arc’teryx Atom SL Hoodie
A few months ago we reviewed some of the Arc'teryx's commuter line of clothing and loved it. The brand is best known for its technical outdoor gear, and generally most items made for outdoor adventuring work great for cycling. With that in mind we ...
Bicycle love
Valentines weekend is here. Perhaps you plan to go out on a romantic bike ride with your human love? Or perhaps you plan to pamper your two wheeled love? But, do you love your bike and cycling as much as these people? We will leave you to be the ...
Best cycle commuter visibility tips
We have covered the best lights for commuting in our updated bike lights definitive guide, but sometimes being visible on the road isn't just about one front and rear light, but rather other things to make you visible, and also where and how you ...
Helmet Cameras for Cyclists – Our Top Pick Best Head Cameras
'Helmet' cams are an increasingly popular cycling accessory (although we acknowledge that you don't all attach them to a helmet). Recording your rides gives you the ability to edit, chop and create great films so you can show friends and family what ...
Costs of refurbishing a second hand bike
Last week we covered step by step what to look at when assessing a second hand bike. This week we are giving you a run down of costs associated with fixing up a beautiful vintage road ...
Happarel Bicycles reflective bike kits
Happarel Bicycles is a German company (distributed by artisan werks) who have just started bringing their reflective products over here. They produce reflective material that can be applied to bikes, either as stickers, or as a full frame finish. The ...
Bike lights definitive guide
Lights are a legal requirement on your bike, and vitally important to help keep you safe on the roads at night. However, with so many out there, how are you supposed to go about choosing a new set or your first set? Have no fear, London Cyclist is ...
Coboc electric bike review
The stealth electric bike At first glance, you can't tell that the Coboc is an electric bike. The battery is hidden in the frame. There are no buttons to increase or decrease the electric motor support. The charging plug is subtly placed beneath the ...